Hi Willow,

I can certainly understand how this would make you feel uncomfortable, and a little angry. And I can understand why you would come here and discuss it, that's what we do here, talk about things that bother us. And you are obviously bothered by this.

I really don't see where six glasses of wine constitutes a drinking problem. But there is a problem if that six, becomes eight, then ten, then twelve. You know I'm a recovering alcoholic, and drinking can turn an already difficult life into a total nightmare. But I'm your friend (who loves you very much), not your Dad. Just be careful.

I think your Psych is bluffing you. He's overstepping his bounds if he really thinks he can have to signed into a treatment program over 6 glasses of wine a week. Unless you commit a crime or injure another person while under the influence, treatment centers are voluntary.

It does sound like you need some explanation. Some doctors can treat their patients like children, and give them no input or voice the treatment process. I hope you can sit down with this guy and tell him honestly how you feel. And if you can't come to an agreement that is mutally acceptable to both of you, you may want to consider looking around for someone else. I think it's real important that you and your doctor are on the same page with your treatment.

Much love Willow,
bp

"When you get the choice to sit it out or dance, I hope you dance."