It's been suggested that counselling would be a good idea, as i suffer anxiety attacks often.
I didn't have the best upbringing because of my mum and don't speak to my mother at all.
Do you think counselling is worth a shot?
2006-08-29 00:16:59 · 30 answers · asked by Eva 2 in Health ➔ Mental Health
yes!
there are many strategies that a counsellor can teach to deal with anxiety and they can also, if you want them to, help you sort out what brongs on the anxiety and how to overcome it...
give it a shot... it will be worth your while..
and just for your info.... I don't talk to my mother either...
2006-08-29 00:25:48 · answer #1 · answered by wollemi_pine_writer 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A good counselor can be a very positive experience, however I would recommend doing some investigating first. As there are undoubtedly poor counselors. A poor counselor can do more harm that good, for real. Also, I would also as for credentials and ensure that they are not so new to the field. Is your insurance paying, if so they might also be able to make some suggestions of who they have dealt with in the past. The counselor might also want to have both your and the person you have issues with attend at the same time, as the counseling progresses, but that takes time. The important thing is that you realize that there is something amiss now and that you are ready to work on it. Congratulations as that is truly half the battle. I wish you well.
2006-08-29 00:26:38 · answer #2 · answered by niceguy2night1234 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Definitely! Keep an open mind and be honest.
I used to suffer anxiety attacks all the time. With counselling and medication I almost have a normal life now.
Good Luck! Hang in there!
2006-08-29 00:34:01 · answer #3 · answered by g!rly 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Counciling may be a good idea.. Is it your idea that you haven't talked to your mom. or is it her that won't talk to you?
As for you upbringing.. you have the choice in where that goes.. it isn't all her fault.. you know right from wrong.That was her main purpose in bringing you up.. she should have probably shown a little more love and attention the way it sounds but some moms just don't have it in them considering the situations at the time you were growing up..
You could go and sit and talk to you mom , make amends in what ever is troubling you about here and it seems that it will take care of your problems. if that is all that it is..
I haven't spoken to my mother for 25 years and it don't bother me but some would say i am cold hearted.. but better cold than being critized all the time and constantly hurt.. Go out and do soemthing to make your life a better place to be.. do something nice for someone else. it always makes you feel good..
sounds like you are pretty much grown so live your life the way that you want to live it and don't worry about what anyone else thinks about it.. get a job that makes you feel good about your self.
learn to enjoy the simple things in life..
good luck in what ever you do..
2006-08-29 00:34:01 · answer #4 · answered by Sandy F 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
You didn't have a good upbringing and you don't speak to your mother...counseling is almost always benefical, there are also millions of self-help books for whatever ails you. Anxiety and other mental conditions are a symptom..you already know what it is...your mother. We do the best we can with our children, you are an adult time to take responsibility for yourself..it's not HER fault she is who she is and you are who you are. We have life lessons to learn and your's had to come from your mother, whether that be how to be a better mother, a better person, or just to learn how to forgive.
2006-08-29 00:50:07 · answer #5 · answered by tamara.knsley@sbcglobal.net 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yeah. It's worth a try at least. If it doesn't work out then you can say that you tried it. If it does then that's awesome. Sometimes though it takes a while to find a counsellor who you can trust and really talk to. So if you go to one counsellor and decide it's really not working it may be worth it to try someone else. Sometimes it's hard to find the counsellor who's the right match for you, but it's possible.
2006-08-29 04:07:27 · answer #6 · answered by storygurl_05 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Counseling is worth I shot in my opinion. Find someone that you feel comfortable with, that is very important. Good luck!
2006-08-29 00:19:35 · answer #7 · answered by Me 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It certainly is worth doing.
I have anxiety/ panic disorder and I was seeing a therapist. She was so amazing at helping me with coping techniques and letting me know that some anxieties are "normal" ones.
Their is not reason for you to suffer. Help is out there and can really make a difference.
Anxiety attacks are really hard to get through and the right therapist can make a huge difference.
God Bless!
You may also want to check out
http://www.onestepatatime.com/
Its a great resource with tons of information.
2006-08-29 03:58:27 · answer #8 · answered by Heather 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it is definitely worth it. if u go to a good church that offers counseling, i would try that 1st, if not or ur not sure then go see a therapist. you have to be open about your thoughts and feelings in order for it to work though, but it will. i speak from experience.
2006-08-29 02:02:08 · answer #9 · answered by ana g 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, counseling can help with your anxiety. But, the counselor should be non-judgmental and be able to converse at your level and be interesting and interested in you.
2006-08-29 00:23:19 · answer #10 · answered by drbob1guru 1 · 2⤊ 0⤋