Bipolar Disorder Support Group
Bipolar disorder is not just a single disorder, but a category of mood disorders marked by periods of abnormally high energy and euphoria, often accompanied by bouts of clinical depression. This is the place to talk about your experience with bipolar disorder, learn from others' experiences, and find support.
ok so I sarted seeing a councelor cause i have so many issues to work on but she has not graduated yet....I picked her cause i have no insurance and she is cheap. But I dont think she knows what she is doing.........should I find a new one?
rubyblue
I don't think that not having graduated yet means she is a bad counsellor, but if you feel she can't give you what you need, perhaps it is an option. I suppose it depends on why you think she doesn't know what she is doing?
deleted_user
past experence go with your gut feeling and how you feel around her. Trust is the big thing and if you feel comfortable with her
Shelly4
I agree that trust and feeling comfortable is important. However, with this disorder, I think it is also very important that a therapist has experience with the disorder and councelling people through it. "Life issues" are an important work in progress and best handled by someone that you feel comfortable with and that knows what they are talking about from experience and not just a book. It is your choice. I see no reason you cant see her a while and decide if she is helping you. I know therapists that have been therapists for many years that are not experienced in the life issues of having bipolar disorder. Good luck with your therapy. The most important thing you have done is be proactive in your treatment. Hugs
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theatre and I are there already. I'm having a very berry tea with crackers, cheese and cherry tomatoes and she's having a joint with some beer and we're both on really comfy recliners on thick pile carpet. we need some help with the decor if anyone is around??
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I'm trying to exercise daily. I was doing fairly well until I sprained my ankle 2 weeks ago but now I'm getting back on the horse. Today I walked over a mile with my arm weights that are about 22lbs total. I was out of shape and it was hard on my arms. I also did my 30 situps. I'm also going to drink a lot of water and try to eat healthy. I do tend to have a sweet tooth but I'm cutting...
