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Okay, so I saw the specialist. She was completely baffled at the stupidity of my psychiatrist and said she completely wrongly medicated and diagnosed me. Apparently, I have a severe case of DID, PTSD and very possibly Borderline. She spoke with me within the two hour session we had and she said...

Hmmm, see. Yeah, it is kind of stupid that she said that. I just didn't say anything. I'm fully covered by insurance, so here psychiatrists that have their own practice do not accept insurance -- cash or credit only. I have found a therapist that specializes, however, in all personality...

You're completely right (and no, you're not scaring me, but you're actually helping me realize the seriousness of a potential situation) and again, you're right. I was (kind of) surprised my therapist took it lightly. Like sure, I know lots of people with PTSD may have issues with jobs, but...

I'm quite concerned I have DID, yes. I know you're not a professional (or maybe I'm wrong, as I don't know you) but this is what I told my T. "I feel like different people with different abilities, memories and core beliefs. Each of these "parts" have different interests, hobbies, etc. No, they...

Very insightful, thanks a lot. You're right, though, subconsciously today I realized I was making up any excuse to run from her care because I've never been cared for like she's cared for me before, so I'm staying and pushing through.

Not that it really matters, guys, but I think I'm leaning more towards just seeking a new therapist altogether. After as much kindness as she has shown, I truly don't ever envision myself being honest with her about the specific important parts I want to work on. Does that make me a bad person...

Thanks for all the input, folks! Really eye-opening and something to think about; I'm leaning more towards sticking with my psychiatrist simply because my T. is that amazing. But one of the users, @expectingbetter is also accurate and makes me think -- part of the reason it's hard to tell her is...

You're right. She's amazing. She's always very, very kind and complementing my improvement. But I've never even brought up these core issues -- every time I go and try, she's so kind, then I feel too vulnerable and appreciate the kindness and then would be ashamed or frightened to tell her that...

Another update. Thanks a lot folks. My only issue though is that I'm very good at hiding my Depression, and other extreme symptoms. In over 20 years, not one therapist has been able to read me -- not even as an inpatient. But this is the best T I've ever had and I'm trying not to hide. I'm just...

That is true too. The diagnosis doesn't matter as long as you feel safe enough to deal with core issues and talk. Thanks!

I see that makes sense. But doesn't a diagnosis determine what treatment entails IN therapy? If I stick with this one and then for some reason long ways down the road I for some reason go to a new psychiatrist and she says you have BPD or DID (I don't think I do, I'm just saying) and your...

My psychiatrist doesn't believe in diagnosing. "Just go to therapy you will be much better." That's it. That's why I'm curious. For example, let's say a patient has DID, the treatment in therapy would need to be way different than if it was just Depression or something -- no? Or am I missing...

As some of you may know, I previously wrote how my new T was the best I had. She's super friendly, caring and relatable. She shares just so I feel comfortable to share as well and I need one of those therapists that are "people first and therapist alongside." Some people find it not so ethical...

As some of you know, I've not had good luck with therapists. My most recent Therapist is amazing. Funny, friendly, caring, yet supportive with a good amount of forceful care when it comes to trying to get me to talk. She often says she's proud. I find myself not wanting to return. Just leave. I...

Lately, I've been doing better IN therapy. For the first time, I'm actually able to vervalize. This coming Monday, I will hopefully try and read my story out loud to my T. That's beside the point, however it might have something to do with it, which is why I'm adding it in the first place...

First off, thanks for sharing! I'd like to just start off by saying that you're not a selfish, inconsiderate asshole at all. As humans, we not only want to be heard, but understood. Not only understood, but loved and accepted. Living with PTSD isn't easy, I know. But don't doubt yourself for a...

I love writing about news, reviews and life experiences. Especially in the tech field, sometimes in psychology. Recently, I have gotten to a point where I wrote my s. abuse story. After that, my head started hurting, I became more paranoid, on the edge and couldn't sleep. People made comments...

Today's session with my T went excellent. We both expressed how much we appreciated each other in this trusting, growing and professional relationship and I finally told her most everything, written. I haven't yet had the strength to talk about everything, but the issues at hand were openly...

"Even though I think I deserve it." This would be a clue to me that you'be been taught to minimize what others have done to you. Yes, I've heard that in some cultures, it's acceptable for families to hit their children for good reason, but no -- that is child abuse and that is not okay. Back to...

Of course it's real; the mind splits itself into different personas, so to speak, to protect itself from harmful memories, events and reactions. Have not yet been diagnosed with it officially, but it's in question. I never understood why people say it isn't real. I can just as easily say PTSD...

I'm really sorry that you're going through this, it sounds really frightening and from what I can imagine, really frustrating as well. I think the first step to moving towards improvement in any given situation is bringing it up and accepting it as such; an issue. Know that you're not alone...

For as long as I can remember, I never loved my brother. I really want to. He loves me like I'm his son. Every word of support out of my mouth has been a lie. I don't love him and I feel like a horrible person because of it. He's showed me nothing but love after I betrayed him so many times...

@Allie21, welcome! I'm sorry that you've had to live with these memories coming back to you for three years. It can be tricky, because our minds, in the event of any trauma, suppress memories until the brain knows it's strong enough to deal with these memories. This may be your brain's way of...

I think it's actually great that you recognize these things about yourself. Why don't you tell your therapist this? It'll definitely help her help you and make communication easier. Have you ever tried writing down on your phone or on paper, how you feel or just anything that comes to mind and...

You are always welcome! :) I can imagine the frustration of feeling like you can relate to someone in some ways, then not being sure about relating to those people in other ways. I hope you figure this out soon, though, for your own health, and that it starts making more and more sense to you...