Goliath Posted October 6, 2011 Report Posted October 6, 2011 I'm going to meet a therapist on Sat and I'm worried. I'm not sure why but I am.
LaLa Posted October 7, 2011 Report Posted October 7, 2011 Hi, Goliath,it's OK to be worried and it's good to say it to the therapist. But before that, would you like to discuss your feelings here? Why are you worried? What are you affraid of? ...Good luck in therapy!!
Goliath Posted October 8, 2011 Author Report Posted October 8, 2011 Hi LaLa, I think I'm just worried because it is new and different. I also hadn't expected to get an appointment as fast as has happened. I am hoping my going will help me to sort out some important things.
LaLa Posted October 8, 2011 Report Posted October 8, 2011 I think many (if not all) of us can agree with Pseudome...(Would it help to read something more about therapy, Goliath?) Good luck and if you have some questions or concerns, don't hesitate and ask here .
LaLa Posted October 10, 2011 Report Posted October 10, 2011 Goliath, how was your therapy session?I recommend you to read the thread "Fear of trying / missing pieces" in this section of the forums! I consider it to be very eyes-opening for somebody starting therapy. I hope it could help you, too ...
Goliath Posted October 10, 2011 Author Report Posted October 10, 2011 Thanks for asking LaLa. I did not care for the person so, I might try again with someone else but I'm not really sure. I think I want an older guy. Someone that's been around the block a few times.
LaLa Posted October 11, 2011 Report Posted October 11, 2011 Yes, it's important to find someone you feel comfortable with!
melinda Posted October 21, 2011 Report Posted October 21, 2011 One of the most difficult things I think for people, is not only to step foot inside a therapist's office, but then to go on and trust the therapist. There are too many therapists that do not help, and can even harm. But there are some very very effective therapists out there. And it is worth the effort to find one of these. I personally have been in both situations. I have had a therapist (of the worst kind)...abusive. And I have then been lucky to have found the most effective and helpful therapist (in the world,I think!)..... But it is hard to distinguish at first...who is the one who will harm, and who is the one who will help. Because at first, they both seem 'ok'. And it takes awhile to see the true nature of the therapist. But often times, by the time you find out the true nature of the therapist, you are already attached, and stuck. So...go and look, but keep watchful, until you are certain the therapist can really be a 'therapist' and not just another individual who is using you for his/her own needs.
Goliath Posted October 23, 2011 Author Report Posted October 23, 2011 I've now met with two different therapists neither of which I'll be returning to. I realize confidence and trust are qualities that occur after time spent together. The initial vibe though are important. I don't speak about a lot of things so, knowing I don't feel a connection with someone right off the bat I think is kind of helpful in not wasting either of our time. My parents gave me a list of several they think could be helpful for me to decide which one I might like to try next. I've looked into about half the list ruling out several without having to think really hard about it for various reasons. Maybe what I would like in a therapist doesn't exist or perhaps I'm not entirely sure to begin with. I have to admit this is a lot tougher than I thought it would be.
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