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Joanieslegacy
Joanieslegacy
Ok so I have a therapy appmt.scheduled in the morning and my area is getting hit with some major snow. Possible sleet mixed in later and refreezing. I do have four wheel drive but if we have bad ice it won't matter. I already had last weeks appmt canceled due to an issue on their end and to be honest I need this. I have done some written journals to give to the Counselor to try to open myself up more. I honestly feel if this appmt gets scratched, I will give up. It took so long to get this far. :(
MyTrueColors
MyTrueColors
I know its early in your therapy, but due to the extraordinary weather circumstances, you might call your therapist & ask her/him if you could do a phone session. While phone sessions may not be as 'theraputic' as an in person session, (at least this early) you will have the opportunity to build some continuity which is important.
Joanieslegacy
Joanieslegacy
Mytruecolors, that is a good idea. I have to call either way to see if she was able to make it in. If I can't do a phone session, perhaps she can reschedule me for that week. Maybe she can work with me.
beansprout
beansprout
Being physically safe is important, so if traveling is going to put you in danger, stay home. I'm with MTC on the phone therapy. When I was in counselling, I always made it to my appointments but there were occasions that I needed to speak to my therapist due to some crisis or another. At these times, he called me and, although not as therapeutic as face to face, it was still very helpful. In terms of continuity, I'd use the phone if possible.
gem111
gem111
Joanie,
Practice self care by speaking up and telling them it is really important you get in as soon as possible, if she can't make it in either..
I wish you the best.
Please take good care of yourself

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Joanieslegacy
Joanieslegacy
Had to cancel the appmt. The call goes through a line that handles all their offices as it is a branched out mental health and substance abuse facility. All they could really do on their end is cancel the slot and will be emailing my therapist to let her know. I may have to get another appmt set up by personally going by there when my road is a bit better and snow is done. Between the snow and migraine I have this morning, my physical health took priority. I appreciate everyones input. I do not see phone sessions being an option with this place. Thanks again.