Hi...I was told by my doc that I need to talk about my depression to a therapist. I have been depressed for about 6 mos and also suffer from anxiety. I worry about everything and I don't think I am good enough. I have had therapy in the past, but still a bit nervous. Ironically, the past few days have been good. I didn't take a nap yesterday and I went to see fireworks last night. I haven't been drowning in despair like usual. Anyone here went to therapy? How did it work out?
I have been to therapy. I still go. My therapist was okay. She was nice and I learned how to control some aspects of depression.
therapy is a double edged sword, they can give you the tools but you have to make effort on your side also. Depending on what it is that bothers you, if you can take a real friend along to get your part going the easier it will become. That will work well until you feel secure enough to do it on your own. If it's something more private and you can go to the library i'm sure you'll find books to help you to at least help pin point the problem.
Me i'm real strange in mine, their is no trigger for most of it, it just pops up and says i'm here, that really sucks. So pills keep me from bouncing off the walls. I've been dealing with the same problems for years.
I wish you luck in finding a solution
Michael
Online Counseling is coming soon to supportgroups.com. . . sometime this month I am told! I am one of the counselors. You can read my profile, posts and keep checking back. This may be something you'd like to try.
I read your profile doesn't say much, how old are you? When did you graduate? Where did you graduate from? How long have you been a counselor publicly? What's your certification in? Do you have to be lisensed in all states as there are people from all 50 states and overseas?
They have a right to know your qualifications So tell us who you are.
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@solutionz---go to her yahoo page...gives some info
http://contributor.yahoo.com/user/1118839/caryn_bickel.html
I was able to take the kids swimming today!! Another day....no nap :) feeling better......
Solutionz,
keep checking back. as soon as the online counseling platform goes live this month, my professional profile will be visible for all to see! Yes, in the meantime, you can follow the link to yahoo to read more of me and my writings.
I hated the therapy. It made me more anxious. I felt as she was judging me.
I was told that staying busy is good for anxiety. I do feel better when I stay busy. It is difficult to get out of the cycle of taking a nap. I try to limit sleeping extra for the weekend.
I would like on-line counseling I will check it out!
Sunnyside
Therapy has been really helping me, both individual and group.
caryn, i just wanted to see what you'd say, i already know you are just lixensed in California. And i've already read the laws, you can only practice to people that live in California. The venue doesn't matter..
Honestly i don't know why anyone would do online couseling, we can type now and you can't prescribe medications. Also for the people you may give the wrong advice to, WHO is carrying your malpractice insurance? There is only one reason somebody would want to work on this site, especially at night after working all day, you don't have enough business. If you were very busy during the day you wouldn't even consider it, even though you are doing this from home.
So you are the first i've seen out there trying to dig up new business, good move by the way, shows some intellect.
The parent company The Modellers had to come up with some way to make this site start paying for itself without ruining the models they make, the economy is hitting them also. So i agree with them business wise. Takes alot of money to keep this site up.
The only thing i don't know how hard this was bounced around as to how many people would leave the site when hounded by a bunch of counselors. One way was is to limit the groups you can post to at one time.
It's amazing what you find if you dig deep enough. The site administrator, Vic is an employee and does what he/she is told to do.
I'll bet the decision was made by the company before the post to limit posts was done. It was put out there to collect information.
So in a nut shell this is truning into a pay site, which the company has every right to do. I would have used advertising and link sharing myself.
For those who doubt me, just keep an eye on the site. Also the site has never been free, they use the information they gather to build models or simply to profile certain groups. They DON'T use a specific persons information so don't worry. In fact the profiles may actually help people.
See the privacy statement, its WAY down at the bottom of this enormous page.
Michael Adomeit BA, MBA
Hi Sambone04,
I have been in therapy on and off for the last 18 years or so. I tried social workers, therapists, counseling, Psychiatrist and everything else. A couple of years ago my depression hit rock bottom and I found a social worker through the town I live in. He is the best I've ever been to. He has helped me with everything from depression, anxiety, financial issues and my son. I guess its just a matter of finding the right fit. He helped me get the right help and medications for my bipolar. I still see him for maintenance appts about once a month. Without his help, I would be in a cemetery, I mean that sincerely. He's has given me so many tools and tips to deal with the multiple disorders I have and if they don't work, he keeps working with me to find new ones. I find it somewhat funny that his services are free and he's the best. So, if you are nervous, its understandable, but I would recommend you find someone to talk to. If you don't fit right with that person, find someone else. It can only make things better for you and know that you are not alone.
@solutionz...Just wanted to have a discussion on MY THERAPY!! Not a discussion on if someone is qualified to give advice! I don't even care if caryn is qualified or what her intentions are...post your own discussion if you feel that strongly about her offer of online counseling. I have anxiety and this is my place not to feel panic or depression.
thanks
@ssgiggler.....thanks for your input. Sounds like you had a good experience. we shall see it goes....
Michael, dear, I feel really sad for you! You sound suspicious, paranoid, cynical, and apparently unhappy! I don't even care how much of what you last said is true or what kind of degree or initials you have after your name!!! I think that Caryn is & was trying to help. I know that being a therapist is NOT an easy profession. I've seen several and been around them more personally and see and understand just some of what they deal with. Too many times they get no respect! Anyway, I think the online counseling thing may be really good, only time will tell! :)
@sambone04, I was about to post the same thing when I read comments on the first page from solutions. That sort of discussion should be it's own thread.
I find that I often get more out of the group therapy which is why I like this site for bringing things to a group right away. I like seeing my therapist for the really hard things because she is often able to pull things out of me that I don't want to admit. Unfortunately it is often hard to get quick appointments with her and since she is trying to get me to stay in the now, it is hard to bring old things up.
Hi Sambone04,
Just wanted to check in with you to see if you decided on trying a counselor or not. I have been going to a women's group the last few weeks but I'm not sure if I like it enough to keep going. Although we all have similar things going on in our lives, we are all suffering from different disorders and addictions. Its hard not to be nervous about saying the wrong thing or possibly saying something that triggers a negative response with another group member. This is why I like this group, we are all a bunch of fish swimming in the same pool.
ssgiggler
My past few therapy sessions the doctor has been really rude about my personal life. She has really gotten on my nerves.
to joshharris12, find a new doctor! This is your issue and you need to find that professional that you fit with. Going to someone who makes you miserable or po'd is not going to help. Good luck and I hope you get the help you deserve.
Heya sweetie,
I would recommend therapy for sure. Could the fact that you felt a bit better that time have something to do with the fact that you spoke, you confided in someone. If you find a therapist that works with you you can get in and break down that depression...and it's not easy, I won't lie, but it gives you your life back.
I hope you are having a good day today, I love your kitty picture, it's so cute.
Love to you
Moongal x