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Posted 6/9/2015 10:58 PM (GMT 0)
So I went to therapy today, to be told by my therapist that she is leaving at the end of the month. :( I have been seeing her since September, and although it started out rocky she has pushed me beyond my comfort zone and I'm having anxiety over her leaving. She is going to ask another therapist that teaches 2 of the groups I go to take me on, if he does I'll be happy cause I really like him too. But if his case load is full, I don't know what I'm going to do.

Why couldn't she of stayed until September when I'll be done with therapy, hopefully! Just needed to vent. :) Thanks for reading. smurf
Posted 6/9/2015 11:02 PM (GMT 0)
AL you will be ok, your Faith will provide what you need, Peace,

Larry ***
Posted 6/9/2015 11:12 PM (GMT 0)
I believe you can deal with this quite comfortably. You provide great support here, so I think once the initial shock wears off, you'll be ready to take whatever anxiety can throw at you.
Posted 6/10/2015 2:52 AM (GMT 0)
Oh A.L....

I am so sorry to hear this, and understand you frustration...just when you had really become fully engaged with your program...frustrating! !

However, like we were talking about in another thread, this could be providence. ..and turn out to be an unexpected blessing!

I am going to hope and pray that this gives you the opportunity to find someone even better suited to work with...

...be it her colleague, or some one else entirely. :)

Try not to let this derail you...as Larry and NC said, you will get through this.:)

S.C.
Posted 6/10/2015 9:22 AM (GMT 0)
Hi AL

I am sorry to hear this news this has happened to me a few years ago but it all worked out fine. I hope you get the person you are hoping for.

Remember you have all of us here to support you as well so try not to worry to much I'm sure it's all going to work out for you.

Hibee
Posted 6/10/2015 1:06 PM (GMT 0)
AngelLisa - if it'll make you feel any better, my therapist is going to retire in the near future.

I've seen him about 30 times over the past 20+ years... He's my goto guy when I'm down or need to get my head screwed back on straight...

Life will go on but it won't be the same rolleyes
Posted 6/10/2015 3:56 PM (GMT 0)
Thank you for the support guys and gals. I'm a bit better about it today, but anxiously awaiting her phone call to tell me the next step, hoping she calls today so I can get it over and done with and know what the future 3 months has in store for me. Again, Thanks for the support, I knew I could count on your guys!
Posted 6/10/2015 5:36 PM (GMT 0)
Lisa,

I remember when my PCP left. During my last appointment, I cried and cried. I've been blessed to find a caring PCP through my dermatologist.

I know schedules can fill, but perhaps you can express your feelings and have a repoire with him, he will help you out.
Posted 6/25/2015 6:59 PM (GMT 0)
UPDATE:

I GOT THE THERAPIST I WANTED!!!!!! I'm so happy to have gotten the one I wanted, I really like him. He teaches 2 of the groups I go too and I feel we already have a good relationship so I'm pleased to say the least.

I have my first one on one session with him tomorrow morning, although I wish it was today cause I really need to talk to someone today, but the morning will do anyway. :)
Posted 6/25/2015 10:12 PM (GMT 0)
I am glad you'll be seeing the one you wanted to see. I hope that he can help you through this tough time you're facing now.

Love and prayers
Posted 6/25/2015 10:55 PM (GMT 0)
A.L.,

So happy!!! You needed this good news!

Hang in there until tomorrow when you can let these feelings out, and learn some skills for dealing with them.

I am hoping you feel much relief after your session.

Sending hugs and prayers,

S.C.
Posted 6/25/2015 11:59 PM (GMT 0)
Congrats! Sounds like good news! Party time
Posted 6/26/2015 3:00 AM (GMT 0)
Congrats, Lisa! This is such great news. Wishes for your continued success!
Posted 6/26/2015 5:09 PM (GMT 0)
I LOVE my new therapist. I am really happy with the change. Saw him this morning and before we even got in his office he asked how court went (being I talk about it in group). I'm impressed he remembered. He gave me a full hour and I didn't run out of things to say. My old therapist NEVER gave me a full hour, I was lucky to get 30 minutes with her, usually it was 15-20 minutes.
Posted 6/26/2015 5:15 PM (GMT 0)
Great news! I hope this is the start of a wonderful journey of healing for you.
Posted 6/26/2015 10:56 PM (GMT 0)
Rah!!
Posted 6/27/2015 12:26 AM (GMT 0)
I am so glad for you geting the therapist you wanted. He is a great guy!
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