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Posted 10/17/2014 4:17 AM (GMT 0)
Hello all,
I am struggling to go to a therapist and don't know what to expect and how it works ~do they talk or make you talk on 1st visit ,what expectations should i have ,and i am very nervous,anxious and a wreck to even call some and make an appointment !

plz help if you been to one as i am wrecking myself with constant worry! shocked
Posted 10/17/2014 4:53 AM (GMT 0)
cilly, relax. 1st session is a feel out session. hey, just relax and take in a few questions. it takes a few sessions then it comes naturally. it is good. i love it.

therapy is not about scary things, it is about helping. just like you are doing on hw but with a professional. now, take a few deep breaths my dear!!!!!!!!!
Posted 10/17/2014 9:56 AM (GMT 0)
Yes Cilly,

It isn't scary at all once you get started, it might take a couple of sessions before the work starts though. I hope you get a good therapist. Occasionally you may run into one that isn't as good. But generally the most of them are.

Keep us posted on how things go. I think you will find it rather therapeutic. It really helps me. I go on Tuesday..

Hug, Karen...
Posted 10/18/2014 1:46 AM (GMT 0)
Hello Cilly,

Give it a try! I started going to a therapist/counselor (I don't know the diff) and I like it! Its good to talk to someone.
Posted 10/20/2014 3:18 AM (GMT 0)
Hi Cilly-

Did you make an appt yet for therapy?

I know you're scared about it but that's normal when doing something you've never done. I had anxiety too but almost always relaxed once my sessions started.

Make a list before you go of all of your issues you want to work on. The first visit or even 2, you are doing paperwork & building rapport. Getting background information etc.

I always take a notebook with me in case I want to take notes from the session.

Please let us know what you do. You can do this and it may be difficult at first, it will get better. Thinking of you friend!

Sending love-
Lisa
Posted 10/20/2014 10:42 AM (GMT 0)
It's gonna be alright. It's gonna be nice and comfortable and you'll be able to vent as much as you want and someone will actually listen, pay attention and care! How great does it sound? :)
Posted 10/21/2014 1:38 AM (GMT 0)

lesweet1971 said...
Hi Cilly-

Did you make an appt yet for therapy?

I know you're scared about it but that's normal when doing something you've never done. I had anxiety too but almost always relaxed once my sessions started.

Make a list before you go of all of your issues you want to work on. The first visit or even 2, you are doing paperwork & building rapport. Getting background information etc.

I always take a notebook with me in case I want to take notes from the session.

Please let us know what you do. You can do this and it may be difficult at first, it will get better. Thinking of you friend!

Sending love-
Lisa


Trying to look into therapy and will remember to take notes .

Its difficult to try and talk to therapist but i can try..thanks Lisa!! yeah
Posted 10/21/2014 6:11 AM (GMT 0)
Hey Cilly...Therapy was one of the most helpful things I ever did for ME.  Yes, no doubt awkward at first trying to share your innermost thoughts with a stranger.  It was 2 years before I revealed my TRUE past.  I was too ashamed.  Once that barrier was broken, the flood gates opened.  Having a therapist allowed me a safe place to de-stress and learn coping skills.

Please don't be afraid or anxious.  You'll wonder why you waited this long.  I promise, Cilly.

  tongue   Oh, and Banana Cake was just short cut with DH mix in a flower shape silicone baking pan.  For the glaze, we heated 2 tbsp. of cream cheese frosting from can until runny, then grated a little fresh nutmeg into it.  Just spoon it over the warm cake...YUM

I had the exterior floodlights on, along with lighted Jack-O-Lanterns to show y'all the way to the "party" at our house.  Our Rebels remain undefeated...YAY!  Our Son of the South, Eli, along with the NYG, lost to the Cowboys. Grrr

Sorry, Cilly as I digress.  Hasten to see a therapist.  Godspeed=)

Hugs~~Dixie

Posted 10/21/2014 9:20 PM (GMT 0)

Dixie6 said...
Hey Cilly...Therapy was one of the most helpful things I ever did for ME. Yes, no doubt awkward at first trying to share your innermost thoughts with a stranger. It was 2 years before I revealed my TRUE past. I was too ashamed. Once that barrier was broken, the flood gates opened. Having a therapist allowed me a safe place to de-stress and learn coping skills.
Please don't be afraid or anxious. You'll wonder why you waited this long. I promise, Cilly.

[img]/community/emoticons/tongue.gif[/img] Oh, and Banana Cake was just short cut with DH mix in a flower shape silicone baking pan. For the glaze, we heated 2 tbsp. of cream cheese frosting from can until runny, then grated a little fresh nutmeg into it. Just spoon it over the warm cake...YUM

I had the exterior floodlights on, along with lighted Jack-O-Lanterns to show y'all the way to the "party" at our house. Our Rebels remain undefeated...YAY! Our Son of the South, Eli, along with the NYG, lost to the Cowboys. Grrr

Sorry, Cilly as I digress. Hasten to see a therapist. Godspeed=)

Hugs~~Dixie


Thx for sharing about yourself Dixie ~i need to just start and call to find a therapist ~

enjoy your party ~~ yeah yeah turn
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