I had my second session with my new T. We talked about anxiety. At first she asked my goal and I said to be free of anxiety and she said well that isn't going to happen. (I know but I can dream). Then she went on to say she wanted me to tolerate the discomfort of the anxiety more. I kinda argued and then dropped it. That was Monday and today the feelings of anger really hit me.

I tolerate a lot of discomfort. I have anxiety all the time. I am out in the community nearly every day doing something, appts, shopping, kids activities etc...I have tried meds and not one of them has helped with the anxiety, except xanax, which I rarely take and only enough to take the edge off. I know they say to sit with the anxiety and the activity will be easier next time, but that just doesn't work with me. next time the anxiety is still right there it never changes.

I also have PTSD and I tolerate all the demons that go with that. I am tired and worn out. Which is why I started therapy in the first place. Is it too much to expect to feel some comfort in my own skin?

Do I even bother going back? I read on here about all the great T's and I wonder why is it so hard to find one?

Maggy