I've seen one in the past but didn't feel like I got much out of it.
2006-11-20 05:34:36 · 7 answers · asked by MalleyPally 2 in Health ➔ Mental Health
Write down ahead of time the things bothering you the most or that you most want to talk about. Write down questions you want answered, behaviors you need to change, etc.
Also write down ahead of time the things that you DON'T think you need to spend time talking about. In the course of your treatment the psychologist might disagree and encourage you to talk about it, but if you really think something is resolved and you don't want to waste time and money talking about it, let him/her know ahead of time.
2006-11-20 05:39:12 · answer #1 · answered by LisaT 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Is this the counselor? Yes, I've been in your shoes. A lot of times I wouldn't feel I got so much out of it. Maybe it's because they don't provide answers and can't make you feel better.
a lot of times what got you there in the first place is very painful to work through. And sometimes, you feel like you did not connect with the therapist and therefore, did not gain any insight.
Prepare yourself before you go. If you have something you need to talk about, be sure to bring it up right away. It might help to do some listing or journaling throughout the week and highlight any points.
It's kind of like taking a class, in this way. You are there to learn but you need to do the talking, so you have to make sure you know what you want to talk about and any areas you want to address.
2006-11-20 13:40:41 · answer #2 · answered by kristin c 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
speaking from experience, you need to make a list of things that you need to talk about, DO NOT make a long list, you will set yourself up for disapointment! Get straight to the point and then ask the therapist "what do you think" The more time YOU spend talking, the less time the therapist has to "do there thing" I know a lot of people will disagree with me on this but really think about it before you judge.
I find doing my own research, talking to family or trusted friends help a lot. There are also groups you can join, www.yahoogroups.com.
I hoped this helped you, good luck!
2006-11-20 14:11:20 · answer #3 · answered by mom*2 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Read, read, read up on anything that relates to the problems you may be experiencing! Go online, talk to trusted friends, don't keep everything inside! Get aquainted with your problelms. The more you learn the more you know! You may have to try more than one different psychologist/counselor to find one you can really feel confidence with. It will just click! This is my experience. Good luck. I know, it's a tough world out there. Just remember...you are never alone and there are many people who have it even worse than "we" do!
2006-11-20 13:40:32 · answer #4 · answered by Chloe:) 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This is a very good blog, a beginner’s guide to abnormal psychology.
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http://sensitive-psychoworld.blogspot.com/
2006-11-24 10:11:10 · answer #5 · answered by LIz 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I make a list with each thing I would like to talk about on the list. Also, be sure to priortize because as you know they will analyze each thing to death.
2006-11-20 13:42:33 · answer #6 · answered by catzrme 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
ask yourself why am I here in the first place? Ask the doctor what can I do to fix that.
2006-11-20 13:38:38 · answer #7 · answered by lobo 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋