Mental Health Support
Showing Original Post only (View all)Well, I survived the first session and cried just once. Pretty good for me. [View all]
I do like this counselor. He really listened and asked a whole lot of questions. I think he was surprised that when he asked me which parent I was closest to, I immediately smiled and said 'My Dad'. My mother was very intolerant of any of her children diverting from the path she had pre selected for them. Her score was 1 out of 3. I know I was her biggest disappointment. I found out she was very embarrassed that I got so involved in stage work - acting, singing, dancing. She could never understand why someone would want to call attention to themselves. My Dad, on the other hand, loved that I got involved with theater. He's go to dress rehearsal and all performances, dragging my mom along with him.
But I digress. It's no surprise his diagnosis is anxiety and depression. Although he said I am 'high functioning'. Not exactly sure what that means, but I'll find out..
I'm sure the next session, and any that follow, will be more intense and focused.
I'm glad I finally took this step. And THANK YOU ALL for your encouragement. It means the world and beyond to me.