My First Appointment With My New Psychologist Is Approaching

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I'm so sorry, I know how devastating these things can be.

 

['91 Girl]

I am so sorry. That is so difficult. Take it easy and calm down, and then see if there is any other options for you to see someone else. When is your normal T coming back from leave?

I am so surprised she could not tell you were uncomfortable, and did not take more time to make you feel at ease. Questioning you in that way is so intimidating! I had a psychiatrist once who started questioning me really intensely from the beginning of the first appointment and I felt so overwhelmed. It was not a fun experience.

And she should have taken the time to get your name right, at least. That was wrong of her.

 

[The Albatross]

Very unfortunate and unprofessional of her. This situation was really unnecessary. MTS, if nothing else, you're assessment of the situation was validated some as she certainly wasn't cooperative or open to communications from your other doctors. I'm so sorry that you had so much difficulty. You went and were open to try the consultation, I just can't get over the wrong name thing. A couple of times sure, but repeatedly? Good Lord.

 

[safenow]

MTS, I am angry for you. For too many years I struggled to find a competent therapist. I finally did, and was able to get some help, then, he up and retired. Now, I am back to square one as well.

Give yourself some time before you start searching again. In the mean time, I have a book I'd like to suggest to you. It's called, "Invisible Heroes: Survivors of Trauma and How They Heal" by Belleruth Naparstek. If you have a kindle, you can get it right away. It is easy to read, and can perhaps offer you some hope and help. It has sure helped me stay sane during some nasty crap going on.

Gentle hugs to you, if you'll allow them.