[sweetlovin]

so i guess i broke down one time too many so im seeing a psychologist/therapist tommorrow.

If anyone could share their experiences with me. that be cool. thanks.

[Dorys Girl]

I started seeing one in November. At first, it was a little awkward, but it's nice to have a place to go where you can feel safe and say anything you want. I highly recommend it, especially if you have some heavy duty issues going on in your life.

[CousinRockingChair]

I enjoy listening to my own voice and entertaining someone else, (I dislike the intimately painful shizzola..which is why I'm there?) and it stops me overeating for 1 hour a week. There isn't any food in her office. That's why its good.

Anything deeper? Not for this person, and I've had 3 shrinks and 1 mental health nurse and 2 therapists.

The best person was my neuro. Lamotrigine for my epilepsy sure cheered me a little. I was human, just. As opposed to subhuman, barely.

[Ophelia924]

I went to a therapist for a few years due to anxiety issues which was finally diagnosed as Adjustment Disorder. Basically when my plate got too full I just shut down. It really helped me just to talk about the things that were going on in my life. Sometimes just hearing that outside view lets you see that things aren't always as bad as they can seem.

[Fat Chick B Gone]

I just started seeing one and so far it's been great. I don't have any underlying super deep issues but Overeating is something I've never been able to talk to anyone about. Just opening up and having a friendly non-judgemental ear is great. It's only been 3 weeks since I started, but by just saying outloud - I overeat, I binge and I don't know why has been a huge help to me. I'd recommend if you can to see someone that specializes in eating disorders, they'll have more experience and more help for you. Good luck!

[Alexistrophic]

I've been seeing my therapist since Nov of 2006 and it's been wonderful. It was awkward in the beginning, but she recognized that and we brought it into the session. I believe she has a background in eating disorders and women's issues, so she's pretty experienced as far as that goes.
It might take a little time to be completely comfortable w. your T. but it's so definitely worth it in the end.

[Fat Chick B Gone]

Hey Sweet! How'd the session go?

[sweetlovin]

Originally Posted by Fat Chick B Gone

Hey Sweet! How'd the session go?

Eh it was okay! I don't think I'm going to see her again but it was a huge wake up call for me. I realized that I really don't need her help. As much as I think I'm out of control, I'm really not.

Over spring break, I ate moderate portions, and never binged once, and I walked soo much at disney land and Universal Studios. I also made the healthiest choices I could, but if i couldn't, I just took a smaller portion.

This time, I'm going to do the same attack. maybe worrying about what foods I could and could not eat was what was causing me to have binging problems anymore. Going on a diet is suchh a committment in my house. Especially when your whole family doesn't really care. But I just need to have a good game plan and I think I will be fine.

I thought my psychiatrist was slightly weird. She didn't try to get comfortable with me before asking me what my problems were and I just felt awkward and uncomfortable in the room. I do think there were some positve things to the session. It definitely motivates me to get everything under control and maybe be a bit more calm around my parents and sisters.

Overall, I don't think seeing a psychiatrist is for me. I'm all about helping people with their problems but I honestly am a bit of a "to my own" type of person and would fine talking to someone about my personal issues a bit annoying. They will never truly understand unless they live in my shoes.

But if it helps you, go for it! I just think it wasn't for me. I definitely am going to get this on control on my own and with the help of 3FC if i need it!

I think two years ago, when I was dealing with a more extreme uncontrollable eating disorder, I would have needed her but I've already overcome that and I'm just dealing with the aftermath. One step at a time.

[Fat Chick B Gone]

I'm glad you went. I understand, I really kinda wonder why I'm going also!!?? But the doctor I saw is awesome, doesn't try to push extra sessions on me etc. I have an appt. this Wednesday and will probably not go back again unless I feel "out of control" and need to be talked down off the fridge.
If you don't feel it's for you then don't do it, just keep it in mind if you fall of the wagon ;-)

[KylieH]

The past few months have been really hard and I was binging so often that I made an appointment to talk to a counselor. While she was very nice, she wasn't able to provide the guidance I was hoping for.

At the end of our last session, her advice was to watch for situations were I felt I did better with stress (no binging) and make sure to keep doing those things. Uhh...thanks??

For what it's worth, I found Pema Chodron's book "Start Where You Are" to be more helpful.