My new T wants me to 'sit with the pain' and not change the subject whenever I mention any childhood abuse or trauma.

I told her I could sit here and cry all session, every session for the next 6 months, but that will not change how awful I feel. I said I've cried, I've journaled, I've written poems -- and I never feel better.

I am not sure what she is wanting me to DO in therapy. How does one sit with the pain, cry, feel crappy in therapy and somehow successfully move on? Does anyone have any ideas or stories to share with me on how you meet head-on those horrible childhood memories.. so that your T is satisfied you have sat with the memories and processed them?

I'm so lost ! Please help! thanks