Posted by SLS on May 22, 2013, at 6:40:23
In reply to What helps... » SLS, posted by Twinleaf on May 20, 2013, at 22:32:55
> This all does get murky! The peculiar relationship with the therapist, where you explore the areas one usually keeps hidden, and where you have opportunities for repeated little ruptures and repairs seems to have created a situation where I began to feel much more confident, and safer taking social risks; this led to a more active social life, and so on in a generally upward spiral. I can't say the changes were major, but they were enough to make me feel much happier and more satisfied.
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> My experience about Medicare is that the younger ones starting out usually accept it, but as their practices become established, they usually opt out and charge considerably more. Young therapists often have an advantage in dedication and enthusiasm which can translate into really good, healing relationships. If you do decide to explore doing it, I think it's very important to interview at least several people, and only decide on someone whom you feel enthusiastic about - the "good fit" is essential!
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> I hope you do consider it.
I have considered going back to psychotherapeutic IPT and life-coaching. However, I don't feel that these things are very useful to me unless I am either very well or very sick. I am currently somewhere in between. When I am very sick, I need something to prevent me from committing suicide and helping to reduce my feelings of despair, helplessness, and hopelessness. When I am very well, I am much more able to process therapy and gain insights and functionality.Part of my reluctance to go back into therapy is that my last therapist required that I either go back to work or school as conditions of continued treatment. To satisfy her, I forced myself to get a job at an office supply store. I had to quit on the very first day because I was unable to read, learn, and remember sufficiently well to pass their computerized training program. This experience damaged me a great deal.
I don't think that it is a good time for me to seek another psychotherapist. I actually liked my last therapist, and covered a great many issues with her. It just doesn't feel right to me to return to therapy at this juncture. Money is an issue, too. Perhaps I'll feel differently tomorrow.
I am very grateful for your interest in me and your valuable input.
- ScottSome see things as they are and ask why.
I dream of things that never were and ask why not.- George Bernard Shaw
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