Hi everyone, I just joined this forum about three minutes ago...and I'm still getting used to it. So I aplogize if I have stepped over 'forum etiquette' boundaries or anything similar. I could use some advice about a particular situation, and would welcome any replies.
I am eighteen years old and have been seeing a (wonderful) psychiatrist on a weekly basis for nearly two years now. She's really helped me get to the bottom of things in my life, and helped improve my self-esteem. For the first time in my life I feel good about who I am, and I have a clear path about who I want to be and what I want to do in this world. However, we've been talking about switching to monthly appt's from now on, or perhaps less. I believe the main reason is because I am indeed thriving, and don't require her services so frequently anymore...but also because she is cutting back her hours due to other commitments. This makes me wonder if she will quickly reduce me to only semi annual appt's (mainly to moniter my medication). I get incredibly panicky at the thought...thinking I will miss her humour, the positive spin she puts on things, and just having her as a resource in case I need her. I am telling myself that 'when the time is right, I will know. And it won't be so scary.' But truthfully I think there will be an element of fear/sadness no matter when I stop seeing her, whether it is the 'right time' or not. How do you cope with things like this? Any suggestions?
hey Oopsie, Welcome! It's natural to get panicky when we get too far ahead of the situation. Talk to your therapist about your fears and about how you perceive the change will impact you. It doesn't mean the decision to cut back has to change just because you need to talk about your fears. If your therapist is as good and loving as you say, it's hard to see her abruptly throwing you to the lions. She sees some growth in you and your abilities to navigate the waters. Have faith and congratulate yourself for reaching out in a new direction. love, Karen
Oh wow, 2 replies already! Thanks guys, this made my morning.
I too, am very thankful to be where I am today, and plan to use my newfound health and clarity to become a pediatrician. I wish that others, suffering from similar struggles could say the same.
I will indeed try talking to her about how I feel about the change, and try to remember how lucky I am to even be discussing it in the first place.
Thank you very much for your support, I wish you both good luck in your endeavors!
I hope you guys are won't face this depression anymore as it is gonna make problems fr you in your coming future...You try and get away from any depressing things as much as you can...
stopping therapy with a psychiatrist
Posted - 01/23/2006 : 18:00:49
