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Going back to therapy

jewelarcher
jewelarcher

I went to my old therapists office today to see what options I have returning. I dont  have a job so I dont have insurance. I was worried they wouldnt take me. The desk lady said they are not allowed to turn away people looking for help. I nearly CRIED in the front office hearing that. 
So I will be returning to therapy, with a new therapist. 


Im hoping this time, it will go better. 

Sunshinegirl0228
Sunshinegirl0228
Sending happy vibes to you. I’d be in a terrible place had I not found a good therapist.
jewelarcher
jewelarcher
im hoping to find a good one. they have several in the office, but the one I was seeing.. I just didn't feel like we were getting anywhere. it was the same questions every session. "hows your mom, hows work, hows your relationship with your dad"
Sunshinegirl0228
Sunshinegirl0228
Dont be afraid to tell your t herapist what YOU want to discuss. Be assertive, yes hard, but after all, therapy is about YOU! Tell your therapist what you need and what you want to talk about. When i first started seeing my therapist I told her to push me when I close off or dont want to delve into something. I am glad she does just that but there are times I have told her to back off and we can discuss it another time. ANd there are times I am not sure why she is pushing me to discuss something so I ask her why she is pushing and she and idiscuss it and why it is importnat or not.
But indeed there are some therapists who just arent the right fit and that is ok too.
arfie
arfie
I'm throwing you a ticker tape parade across the Southern Great Plains, Archer. That is GREAT news! ! ! Thank you for the day brightener.

For what its worth:
My own therapy since 1972 has not been a contiguous series of events. Every time I returned to those offices and clinics, I had more clues on how to make better use of the resources they have to offer. Those same ol' faces, etc., looked a little different with each of my personal progressions.

That gets me wondering if getting stuck with the old therapist could still work out differently for the changes you've undergone since then. Just wondering. It remains yours to sort.

Gentle support while you sort. Thanks again for the day brightener. The healing of one is the healing of us all.
Community LeaderMid
Mid
One of the best gifts we give ourselves is to make the changes, be open to those who helped us change, and to be positive in our goals for healing.

Best wishes.
penpen
penpen
Im so happy you are able to start therapy again and pray that it works well for you this time. It took courage to go to their office and ask for help as you did and it definitely paid off for you. I am proud of you for doing that for yourself. I wish you all the best!
shakyinside
shakyinside
Yay, good luck. I’m glad you were able to go back.
eli_mom
eli_mom
Hello,
That’s good news. I’m happy for you that you can have your therapy again.
When my husband lost his job, we didn’t have insurance so we asked medical help from our state. The staff were very helpful and we received our health card a few days after I filed the application. The process didn’t take long because me and my son has asthma and in need of a check up and medication regularly. I hope you can also receive help from your state. It’s a big help.

Praying for you that things will get better. Please keep us posted. God bless.
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