Hi bluebicycle. I hope you do feel able to share with a therapist and/or psychiatrist. Of course we are always here to support each other, though I understand there are some things even too personal for an online forum.

I share almost everything with my husband, except things that might upset even him...usually relating to him or certain other stuff. In those cases, I share more freely with my psychiatrist and therapist. I am reluctant to discuss topics that might embarrass my psychiatrist. He is an older prudish gentleman, if that answers the "what". Plus, he has strong opinions like my hubby, which is fine...sometimes, but not others. I'm lucky that I'm comfortable with my current female therapist. My psychiatrist does know me better than anyone except my husband, but he's a bit of a parental figure. There is no affection beyond respect and liking, between my therapist and me. There is affection between the two guys and me.

Of my other family members, I used to share a lot with my mom, but she passed away 14 years ago. My sister understands because she knows mental health issues well, unfortunately, but I try not to put more burden on her. My brother is a dedicated guy, but I must be careful what I say to him. He has very different political and social views than me. He gets quite riled up even if I say anything mildly against any them. My dad...well, I share almost nothing with him except the most superficial stuff. And even that he barely pays attention to.