im too scared to see a councillor/psychologist etc?

Question

im very nervous and anxious about it.
i need help, i have anxiety, depression, so scared all the time of everything public and social
but too scared to talk to councillor about all my problems. i will be embarrased, will turn red, will be so scared
i called to make appointment, none til monday 24th, so didnt book
so must call back
i really need help. how did i turn out this way?

Answer 1

First off, counselors and psychologists have heard EVERYTHING under the sun. So, whatever you have to say to them will not shock or surprise them. You probably need to find a counselor or psychologist that you can feel comfortable with. But, you do need to talk to somebody, and soon. Dealing with anxiety and depression is so scary if you try to do it alone.

If they are good, licensed, certified counselors or psychologists, they will understand that you are scared, embarrassed, and experiencing all these other feelings. If they are good, they will help you overcome that and get to the real source of your issues.

Answer 2

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Answer 3

I was in your exact shoes a little over a year ago. I couldn't fathom how I got to be the way I was, and I didn't see that it would ever get any better. I'm still not where I want to be but I am getting there. You've got to take that first step. It's scary, I know, and it may not be any easier when you first begin therapy. But..it will get better, trust me.

When I was in the beginning stages of seeing my therapist, I was so scared and embarrassed of what I talked about. I even quit for a month b/c of the embarrassment. But I went back. I made myself go back. As other posters have mentioned, counselors & psychologists understand what you're going through and won't be shocked by anything you say. And you won't be judged. It's important to find someone you feel comfortable with.

One last thing...not all, but a lot of people who work as counselors, psychologists, and psychiatrists are people who suffer or have suffered from depression, anxiety, or other mental health issues. That's the reason some became interested in that particular field in the first place..because of their own personal experience.

Answer 4

Don't feel bad. There are numerous people in this world with the same problem as yours. My recommendation is to call a therapist or psychologist and make an appointment to see him?her. You will be surprised how easy it will be after you have been in the doctor's presence for about 10 minutes or so. They have ways to make you feel at ease and open up. They do not ask you to open up all at once. It will take time but you will soon learn how to talk to the doctor and how to listen. I urge you to do it ASAP. If I can do it, anyone can.

Answer 5

You can get some immediate relief from your family doctor for your anxiety, explain the situation and how panicky and anxious you are getting and it's getting worse. They should provide you with medication to deal with anxiety but you need to probably see a psychiatrist first for the proper medication regimen because therapy won't do you any good if you're this anxious. Control the symptoms then get therapy find out why you're so anxious. And tell the shrink there is no way you can deal with anything until you are properly medicated.

Answer 6

You have done well to briefly state your difficulties.
Could that be because you cannot see our faces?

Sometimes, when I have been in a place of strong fear or shame, someone (friend or relative) has made the appointment for me, and even gone with me as a silent presence to calm my nerves, and to speak for me if I could not come out and say it.

I have known a psychologist who helped a person with issues such as yours. She came alongside the person, to acquire a trained "guide dog", through the disabilities act petitioned an apartment complex (no dogs allowed) to allow the guide dog to live there as an assistant to the disabled person. This person and the guide dog are now living and functioning members of society, rather than hiding behind closed doors.

Answer 7

Dont be such a chicken. har har har. Im so cheesy. ANyways. I was super scared too. What you are experiencing is normal. Until you actually follow through with making an appointment and showing up, you will continue to live the way you are. You arent scared of actually seeing the therapist. You are scared of the unknown. You are scared of being judged and rejected. Of looking stupid. Once you start to go it will get easier. You will start to build a relationship with your therapist and then ultimatly get the help tha you need. You obviously want the help, so I am afraid that you are just going to have to suck it up and go! Push the fear aside and persevere.

Answer 8

I am so sorry you are having trouble with Anxiety/Depression. I know it can be scary to talk to people about your emotions, but talking to a psychiatrist, or other health care professional is about the safest person there is to talk to. First off they can not legally, and ethically share any thing you tell them with anyone else, unless you have plans to harm yourself or others or you tell them about abuse of a child. Secondly, they WILL NOT judge you! I promise! There are so many people out there that have the same problem as you! This is something that they see all the time! As scary as it may seem, this is something you must do. But I think you already know that. I promise you everything will be okay! Good luck!

By the way there is no way the guy who posted above me is a doctor... he is a nut. Don't listen to him. Copper charged water? Wtf?

Answer 9

You better get to a stronger position. If you expect a therapist or doctor will cure all the emotional problems you are in for a shock. They will help you cope and try to stir your mind to find your own answers but mostly it is a business where the mind is dulled until there are no more complaints. The chemical answer is the best for the business not you.

Answer 10

technically, no one can answer this question but you. it sounds to me like all youre doing is good deeds, and some people do that only to try and get to Heaven. However that is NOT the way to get to Heaven. A deep loving relationship with Christ is required to sit at the right hand of God. I think what you're missing is a relationship with Christ. And jsut going to Church and feeding the poor is not going to achieve this. You need to spend alone time with God and read yoru Bible, and when i say read, i mean focus on every single word it says. Heck, i go highlighter crazy when i sit and read. See how it applies to your life. Pray that God opens your heart to what he is trying to tell you, and allow him to show you your purpose in this life. i would recommend a one day fast, so that you can separate from the world for a period of time and just let God speak to you through his Word He loves you very much, and i can see that he's already planted a seed in you =] You just have to let it, and WANT IT to grow until you have touched God