Therapist Consultation

[CD Rachel]

 

So today I had a 25 minute (turned into 45) consultation with a therapist who does specialize in transgender clients. She is also active in the local trans community. It was a wonderful get to know you session and I felt very comfortable with her. We went over what are some of the goals that I have for therapy near and long term and discussed some of her methodologies. We are setting up for every two weeks for now with the possibility of going to every week after mid February. I really think that this is the person who will help me to make the decisions that I need to make and then be there to support me in whatever path I decide to take. Unfortunately our first session will not be for two weeks and she had to make some exceptions to accommodate my schedule. But I feel that this is a very positive first step in dealing with my social anxiety disorder and getting a handle on and exploring my gender identity.

 

Oh and Jackie Rabbit replied to one of my comments on her YouTube posts so now I feel like I met a celebrity!

 

Rachel

[KathyLauren]

Congratulations on getting set up with a therapist with whom you have good rapport!

[Jackie C.]

10 hours ago, CD Rachel said:

Oh and Jackie Rabbit replied to one of my comments on her YouTube posts so now I feel like I met a celebrity!

 

<laugh> You know Jackie is a mod here, right? 

 

I'm glad you had a solid experience with your therapist. Mine has become a friend over the years. It's nice to be able to talk about absolutely anything and not be judged.

 

Hugs!

[KayC]

13 hours ago, CD Rachel said:

I really think that this is the person who will help me to make the decisions that I need to make and then be there to support me in whatever path I decide to take.

Hi Rachel!  Nice to meet you and Welcome!
Therapy and a good connection with your therapist is so important, so congratulations on getting started.  It can feel like forever between sessions but as you start to make progress you will be able to deal with everything better.  Its made a huge difference for me.  Welcome again❣️

Deep breaths ... one step at a time

[Gabriel]

Congrats on finding and getting started with your therapist! That was a turning point for me, I hope it works as well for you.

[CD Rachel]

5 hours ago, Jackie C. said:

 

<laugh> You know Jackie is a mod here, right? 

 

Hi Jackie C, I figured she would be about here somewhere since she recommends this site so much and has said how much this place has helped her.  Yes I do look forward to being able to discuss my issues with out being judged. Too bad that the person who was supposed to love me for better or for worse judged me with out a trial and sentenced me to a life of loneliness.

 

Kay, Yes I am sure that there is an event horizon that we approach between therapy sessions that elongates the time line. LOL

I would really have preferred once per week to get started but I will take what i can get. My last therapist flat out told me that though she is there for me I do need to find someone who specializes in Transgender issues. Psychology today website has an excellent Find a therapist search that you can use to find a therapist that specializes in Transgender issues. Tele-health is a god send saving me from a 45 minute drive each way.

 

Gabriel

I hope this is a turning point for me as well, 2020 has been a year of hell for me and that is not even having anything to do with the Covid. Thank you for your support.

 

Thank you all

 

Rachel