Eating Disorders Support Group
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I've been thinking about my therapist a lot lately. I miss him. He was a big part of my life for a long time and I'd just like to talk to him. I dont think I ever did thank him for what he did, mostly because at the time I wasn't thankful. But if it wern't for him, I CAN actually say I wouldn't be here, as he literally saved my life.
I just wish I could see him again but I dont know what the rules are. It's been nearly 2 years and I'm in a healthier place now. Would it be wrong to contact him? Suggest me going in to see him? I don't know. I mean, there's no harm in asking right?
But then I'm also worried about how I'll feel if I do contact him and he tells me it's not allowed. Will I feel rejected? Will this be more harmful or will I be able to accept it like I feel I should be able to?
I don't know... I just really want to talk to him.
I just wish I could see him again but I dont know what the rules are. It's been nearly 2 years and I'm in a healthier place now. Would it be wrong to contact him? Suggest me going in to see him? I don't know. I mean, there's no harm in asking right?
But then I'm also worried about how I'll feel if I do contact him and he tells me it's not allowed. Will I feel rejected? Will this be more harmful or will I be able to accept it like I feel I should be able to?
I don't know... I just really want to talk to him.
I doubt he'd say no.
In a way going back to a previous therapist may prove more helpful as he/she would know how you were before and will more easily be able to see changes in you, both good or bad.
Counselor's often hear from old clients. It seems natural for you to want to connect with a person who had such a profound effect on your life. I believe he will be glad to hear from you and hear about your progress and gratefulness! Go for it! M-
Although I feel stable at the moment, I know that there are relapses in recovery and so I guess I can't afford to cut off that chance of therapy once again.
To make things more difficult, he is also a therapist in the only local ED service. I'm not saying I'm going to, but if I ever went down anorexia's path again. How could I ask for their help again with him working there? He plays a big role in the service, not just in the therapy itself so it just wouldn't work.
It really saddens me to realise this because I feel I can manage now, and i'd hate to think that I wasted an oppertunity to keep contact with someone who I know cared. But for the reasons above, i've now resigned myself to the fact... it's not going to happen.