Hello penguin-

I'm sorry that you're having a difficult time. I agree with the other people on this thread in that the beginning of therapy can be particularly painful as the healing process begins and you're focusing on many painful thoughts and feelings. It's also true that it requires a lot of work, a lot effort to go through this process. But what you are describing could also be an indication that you are with a therapist or social worker who doesn't have the ability to be helpful to you-maybe lack of appropriate training, maybe the wrong fit. I highly recommend that you talk to the therapist about what you've written here-if you feel comfortable enough to do that. The therapist should not respond in a defensive way but should be able to listen to your concerns and then talk it out. Yes, I think it's a good idea to give it some time but if you feel that you are doing your part but not getting the feeling that anything productive is happening, week after week, I would consider the possibility that you're with the wrong therapist for you. I also recommend that you listen to your inner instincts. Many times there will be a voice inside that tells us something doesn't seem right in our surroundings. I wish you well.