Posted by All Done on January 21, 2004, at 17:09:12
In reply to Feeling oddly insecure about therapy..., posted by Asya on January 21, 2004, at 16:12:45
> I see my T for my fifth session next Monday and I am just feeling like I haven't suffered enough to warrant therapy. Does anyone understand what I mean? I feel, of course, that I have had my share of difficulties in life, and I am definitely going through a tough time right now (though it's been hard to pinpoint why and how to get out of it, which is why I came to therapy) -- but I feel like a spoiled brat going to therapy, in a way. Also, I was wondering, how do you guys start your sessions? small talk? I find my T doesn't say much, just asks 'How are yuu?" and I suaully take it from there. Sometimes I feel awkward just launching into things, I don't know. I am feeling so insecure right now. Please advise.
>>Asya,
I feel the same way about going to therapy, but after a bit of reading on the subject, I've decided that it's okay to go "just" to improve my life. Stress, depression, and anxiety shouldn't be the norm and I want to feel happy again. I've asked my therapist on several occassions if he thinks I should be there and I've wondered if I'm being needy or selfish. (He just says, "is that how you feel?" Umm, yeah.) I still haven't convinced myself 100% that it's okay, but most of the time I don't worry too much about it. I think most people need a little help coping every once in a while (or more) and too many people don't reach out for that help.
Also, never miss out on the opportunity to get to know yourself better. I have hope that as I do that, everyday will get just a little better and brighter. (Is that the optimism of a newbie? I hope not.)
I've been in therapy for about seven months and I still feel awkward at the beginning of each session. I usually start the "how are yous?" and "how was your week?" He says he's okay and asks about me. That's when I start my never-ending rambling : ).
Take care,
All Done
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