On Monday, zoom type 60-90 minutes detailed discussion and assessment of my problems, with a therapist . Only nearly 50 years later than it should’ve happened! Mix of emotions about it. There’s a huge difference between what can be done at the start of a serious mental illness etc when a teenager , and what can be done for you in your late 60s.
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Maybe talk to therapist about things you cant say to anyone else? Idk im personally not good in therapy. Could write things down might help with the flow of convo
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I agree with that. Make some notes before the session. It’s so easy to forget stuff when talking to someone.
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I’ve not had a good experience therapy wise.
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Thanks, both of you.
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I think the main reason im not good in therapy is i talk about things like childhood trauma and then i feel exposed and my mind goes blank after that. In hindsight its probably better to get comfortable with the person and start with easier convo than heading straight for the worst experience
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Had the assessment.It was hard. The psychologist said I did well, but I don’t think I did re saying what help I need . She thinks CBT will be the best fit with some compassion focussed therapy added to the mix. I’m far harsher critical of myself than I am critical/harsh with other people. I get angry with myself over things like dropping things on the floor,missing the mug/beaker while pouring a drink and other trivial things. Also perhaps some psychodynamic therapy she reckons. .
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Well it seems she assessed you as needing it so thats a good starting point. Take it easy and do therapy at your own pace