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Posted by Rigby on March 2, 2005, at 12:56:52
Hi All,
I had an episode a week ago that I do not think I can re-live. I had an accident (nothing major) but it triggered anxiety in me that lasted three days and took me to a very, very dark place. I couldn't eat. I felt like I could barely live.
Last week I couldn't go to therapy as I had a conflicting appointment so I cancelled. I find now though that I just don't want to go this week. I've always been fine with therapy--never avoided it. But now I simply do not want to go.
My question is: should I fight this and go? Or should I just figure that my gut is telling me to be quiet for a while--maybe stay away from triggers?
I basically do not want to re-live what I went through. At least right now.
Any thoughts/comments/insights would be so much appreciated.
Rigby
Posted by pinkeye on March 2, 2005, at 13:27:04
In reply to Don't Want To Go-Need Advise, posted by Rigby on March 2, 2005, at 12:56:52
Will you feel comfortable if you don't go? Or will you still struggle by yourself?
Maybe go and talk about something else nice for a change without talking about any of the triggers or serious issues?
Posted by fallsfall on March 2, 2005, at 14:22:00
In reply to Don't Want To Go-Need Advise, posted by Rigby on March 2, 2005, at 12:56:52
You should go. As painful as it is, when we most want to avoid therapy is when we most need to go. You could start off by talking about how you didn't want to go, maybe eat up a lot of the session with that. That conversation could help you understand what makes it all so painful for you.
I know it's hard - but I would advise you to go.
Posted by Bent on March 2, 2005, at 14:55:51
In reply to Don't Want To Go-Need Advise, posted by Rigby on March 2, 2005, at 12:56:52
I would say go too. It sounds like things are a little unsteady for you right now, therapy included. Will your T do a 'light' session? I can usually tell my T that I need a break which doesnt mean she lets me skip the session, but we will not talk about heavy issues or what might be really bothering me at that moment. Sometimes I need some time to think it over myself before I take it to her. Of course, talking about all you have been through recently may be the best thing for you even though it doesnt feel like it. I would go but see how you feel and decide just what you want to talk about. Most T's will let you control the session. Good luck with it and sorry to hear about your accident.
Posted by Rigby on March 2, 2005, at 17:02:58
In reply to Don't Want To Go-Need Advise, posted by Rigby on March 2, 2005, at 12:56:52
Pinkeye, Falls and Bent,
You guys are right. I'm gonna go. I didn't cancel.
Thanks so much for your help with this.
Rigby
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