Today my mom dropped a semi-bombshell on me. It has to do with my dad, but I still have no clue what it is, and they're not going to tell me what happened/what the secret is, and it's going to remain secret. I like to think myself a strong person mentally, but I'm being pushed by this to actually consider seeing a therapist. On top of this news, I almost constantly question my sexuality, and think about the implications would be with my relationships if I came out. It causes me anxiety, but I've never had an anxiety attack, or if I had they must have been minor. I don't know if I qualify for therapy...I sometimes have obsessions, but not OCD, I sometimes get anxious or depressed, but not enough for a panic attack or something like that. I'm wondering how much of this can I take by myself, how much can I take by getting help from EC, and how much can I take before seeking a psychologist? Seeing a therapist is for more serious problems, but idk when this would be considered serious enough to go. :help:
Talk to someone. Therapist, friend, family member, anyone. Trust me. I kept all my feelings and what not bottled up until I started getting very severe depression and anxiety. It led to a trip to the psych unit, therapy and lots of antidepressant drugs. Its okay that you are still questioning, but again talk to someone about it. I hid my sexuality for 10 years until my mental breakdown. Im now out and open to anyone about my feelings, anxiety and sexuality and I feel much more relieved about it now. I still struggle with anxiety alot but overall Im doing much better now. Trust me when I say this, even if it is something very minor talk to someone. Your mental health is something that you should take seriously no matter how big the issue.
Seeing a therapist isn't only for serious problems. A lot of people go for just a short while to get through a difficult time/situation in their lives. Maybe that's all you need. I would definitely give it a shot, it can be very helpful. Don't worry about not qualifying either. All you have to say is, "I'm struggling with a few issues..." and go from there.
Yes, talking is good for you … and here too on EC of course. Unlike your mother who does not talk enough. What kind of mind game is she playing about your father - doesn't she realise you will just assume the worst and worry unnecessarily. Why not ask him direct what is going on??
