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Posted by Angela2 on April 24, 2008, at 13:34:56
I am just wondering because I have been seeing my T once a week but I think I need some space. My mom is like, "with your good insurance, you should take advantage and go every week." But I just feel like I need some space and not depend on her so much. Anyone else ever feel that way?
Posted by muffled on April 24, 2008, at 15:25:38
In reply to How often do you see your T? depending on T, posted by Angela2 on April 24, 2008, at 13:34:56
I generally go 1x/wk, more would be good at times, but not enuf $$$ to do so.
I think #1, you should discuss this with T.
and,
IMHO a break IS good. If things going good a week off is good. It REALLY helps me 'find' my non T stronger self again, cuz it kinda seems to get lost sometimes somehow.
So, if your stable and ready,and T agrees, then go less often and/or take breaks.
Thats my thots.
Good luck and take care,
M
Posted by Angela2 on April 24, 2008, at 15:55:06
In reply to Re: How often do you see your T? depending on T, posted by muffled on April 24, 2008, at 15:25:38
Thanks Muffled. I felt sort of silly after posting this because I am going through a hard time and just broke down and cried. I don't know if this is the right time to take a week off. My mom doesn't think so. I'd like to because I have doubts about therapy helping me. I guess I need to explore this more.
Posted by Annierose on April 24, 2008, at 16:05:51
In reply to Re: How often do you see your T? depending on T, posted by Angela2 on April 24, 2008, at 15:55:06
I agree that it is something you should discuss with your therapist. Often clients may want to take a break in order to avoid something. I am not saying this is what is happening to you but it is something to think about.
My daughter goes to therapy 1x/week. And she always wants breaks. "I'm fine, can't I skip this week?" I find that when there are natural breaks (holiday or vacation or sports schedule) she is more aggitated and easily annoyed. Her therapist noticed the difference too.
Posted by widget on April 24, 2008, at 17:38:42
In reply to Re: How often do you see your T? depending on T, posted by Annierose on April 24, 2008, at 16:05:51
Hi, Angela, I don't know how long you have been with this therapist but I know from my experience that it takes quite a long time to know if the person is going to be able to help you, if you will feel comfortable. I'd give it a few months. And, yes, definitely talk to the therapist about how you are feeling. Good luck! PS I wouldn't give up my therapist for anything but it's been 5 years.
Posted by Poet on April 24, 2008, at 18:17:27
In reply to How often do you see your T? depending on T, posted by Angela2 on April 24, 2008, at 13:34:56
Hi Angela,
I see my T once a week. When she took a three week vacation in February I was doing really well (until I lost my job) and I seriously thought about going less often. I even dreamt of it.
I hate feeling dependent, too, but sometimes I just have to fight the need to be independent and and lean on her a little bit more.
Poet
Posted by Angela2 on April 24, 2008, at 18:42:37
In reply to Re: How often do you see your T? depending on T » Annierose, posted by widget on April 24, 2008, at 17:38:42
Thanks everyone. I think she is a good T. I've only been seeing her for about 3 months. I'm just trying to understand why I'm not recovering faster. And why do I pay attention to my negative thoughts. ok well thanks for your input everyone.
Posted by Annierose on April 24, 2008, at 19:05:23
In reply to Re: How often do you see your T? depending on T, posted by Angela2 on April 24, 2008, at 18:42:37
Three months is just at the beginning stage of most therapies. It takes time to trust the other person and understand more about the process of therapy.
Hang in there and keep talking.
Changes in therapy are small baby steps. Friends and family make notice differences before you do.
Posted by Phillipa on April 24, 2008, at 23:28:32
In reply to Re: How often do you see your T? depending on T, posted by Annierose on April 24, 2008, at 19:05:23
Mine does the scheduling once every two weeks and forgets what she assigned me when we see each other again so I don't do assignments why bother? Love Phillipa medicaire doesn't pay her enough she said.
Posted by Angela2 on April 25, 2008, at 7:37:05
In reply to Re: How often do you see your T? depending on T, posted by Phillipa on April 24, 2008, at 23:28:32
Phillipa, that sucks! are you thinking of seeing a different t?
Posted by raisinb on April 25, 2008, at 11:36:06
In reply to How often do you see your T? depending on T, posted by Angela2 on April 24, 2008, at 13:34:56
I see mine twice a week, and I find it works a lot better for me than once a week did. But everyone is different. You could try it out, see how it feels, you can always go back. That's the good thing about therapy.
Posted by Phillipa on April 25, 2008, at 19:35:52
In reply to Re: How often do you see your T? depending on T » Phillipa, posted by Angela2 on April 25, 2008, at 7:37:05
I know but so sick and tired of telling someone else my story. Just don't want to do it again. Love Phillipa
Posted by Angela2 on April 25, 2008, at 20:21:50
In reply to Re: How often do you see your T? depending on T » Angela2, posted by Phillipa on April 25, 2008, at 19:35:52
Phillipa, I know what you mean. starting over again with someone completely new can be annoying. I guess it's up to u.
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