Reallly Really Struggling

[bluelilly82]

Really really struggling Therapist away and I feel alone.

 

[matthios]

When I had health insurance/a T, I remember that feeling. Losing my job, insurance, and subsequently the T, I also felt it.

At some point, I realized the T, despite all outward affection, was really just a paid professional dealing with a client.

You're only as alone as you allow yourself to be. So take whatever time you'd normally spend with your T and dedicate it to making a friend. Even an online, anonymous one.

 

[Britt.f7]

Bluelilly82, I hope you were able to get the help you needed. Sometimes the only person I feel able to talk to is my therapist. Probably because I believe them to be mostly neutral. What I say won't effect them. That being said, there are resources online to help you. I know, when my depression was at it's worse, I was able to google some sites to find some sort of connection. Of course, it is important to make sure that the sites are legit and helpful. That is how I came across this site. I find this site very easy to navigate, which lessens some of the stress. Mostly, I find the people on here very helpful, and, if anything, willing to listen, offer help if needed, offer experiences. Also, look around your area for helpful support. You may find this in your telephone book or local paper. Sometimes there are meetings you can attend that you may find helpful. Reach out to your church, if you are a member. If you are in school, there are resources there. I know it can be difficult to reach out, but it could be important to do that for when your therapist is gone again.

These are all suggestions. I'm sure others may have more. Hope you find one that works for you.

 

[Abstract]

Hi Blue,

I think these feelings can be normal even if awful. Sometimes I think the best approach is not to try to fix it and rather accept and allow yourself the difficult feelings and pain. Sometimes I think that pain is actually about past abandonment and aloneness. We are here with you.

Things that help me sometimes are cuddling in a soft blanket. Painting a picture. Maybe you could do one for your T?

 

[Katz2]

When things get so bad for me...and nothing else works, I always do this, I know it sounds silly, but it can lift your mood, even just long enough to feel you've had a break from the routine!!! I put some uplifting music on and if you need to block out thoughts put headphones on, and if you can take yourself and music for a walk, this would help more :)