12birds
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Hi, folks. I have not had any therapy since December, which was very surface level because it was through my uni's student services.
I stopped seeing my regular T a while ago. When I started I was just looking for any kind of help. I didn't go in with specific questions and, being 19 at the time, did not screen him. Now I'm looking into therapy again (like, I found an office I'm interested in and will call this week) and I'm lost.
I know I need someone trauma informed, but how would I ask about that? I struggle to communicate my exact needs, so should I go armed with a list?
Do I need to know exactly what I want out of therapy? This one is tough, because I know it's going to be a long haul. I need a place to talk. I also need help managing both ptsd and non-ptsd stuff.
What are other important things to consider or ask during an initial appointment?
I stopped seeing my regular T a while ago. When I started I was just looking for any kind of help. I didn't go in with specific questions and, being 19 at the time, did not screen him. Now I'm looking into therapy again (like, I found an office I'm interested in and will call this week) and I'm lost.
I know I need someone trauma informed, but how would I ask about that? I struggle to communicate my exact needs, so should I go armed with a list?
Do I need to know exactly what I want out of therapy? This one is tough, because I know it's going to be a long haul. I need a place to talk. I also need help managing both ptsd and non-ptsd stuff.
What are other important things to consider or ask during an initial appointment?