I thought that sort of thing wasn't allowed any more over there.
No, it's not allowed for men to treat women like that, but apparently, it's perfectly acceptable the other way around.

What about the teacher?
She didn't notice. The problem's not with here - she's my favoritist professor.

I pity any man who goes to these women for counselling....
That's exactly what I was thinking last night. Their behavior was clearly unethical for a counseling setting.