It took me awhile to find the right "fit" when I was trying to get help. Don't give up. DS is a good place for support. Maybe you could look for another therapist. Just because they went to school, doesn't mean they understand what we are going through.

Try to find a local Hospice or a Vista Care in your area. They have support groups that meet all the time and are usually free. At least they are in my area. They don't tell you what you should be doing. They walk with you and help you as you reach each step. It was well worth my time to attend for 10 weeks.

trayanne:

You sometimes have to go through several therapists until you find one that works......you are in the right place here at DS for advice....support groups help a lot,too...the one I belong to for my brain injury is extermely helpful.....I know I feel great when I talk to others that have been through similar situations as mine.

Tom B. aka Ihman

I went to a few that I thought were useless. I ended up going to a Licensed Mental Health Counselor that was a friend of the family and was more a friend than anything. It helps when you find the right one. Talking to someone helps, but talking to the right person is the key I've learned. Don't give up. Then again therapy may not be what you need. You may need a journal and to vent on a place like this. Everyone is different. Hang in there.

Hi, I lost my mom almost two years ago and I'm still very sad, sometimes depressed, but whenever I fall, I try to stand up, it's ok as long as you keep trying, so please, don't give up, keep searching, it doesn't have to be a therapy, talk to people, write journals, don't keep negative feelings inside. I'm here if you need to talk. Many hugs and love to you.

Thank u all for your support, I haven't made my decision yet but i will keep u all informed, thanka again!!

Since moving to a new state a month ago, I have realized just the opposite. I have to find a new support group. I have to find a new psychologist, one that fits. I'm surpressing anger and it's not good. Maybe try a different therapist?

Thank you for posting this comment. Both the comment and the responses were helpful for me.

I lost my husband recently and have "given up" on finding a therapist that's a good fit. OK, I saw only two, but felt the results didn't justify the expense.

I'm going to explore some less expensive options in the area and re-engage in the therapeutic process.

Thanks to all of you for this thread.