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Aug 16, 2010, 07:45 AM
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I start group therapy today and I was wondering if any of you do this and if it is helpful.
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Aug 16, 2010, 09:07 AM
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I've never done group therapy, but I wanted to wish you the best. I hope that it really helps.
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Aug 16, 2010, 09:08 AM
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I did group therapy while I was hospitalized (6 weeks); I did outpatient and then I took part in an intensive 8 hour / day therapy program. That program really made a difference for me. My experience is you get out as much as you put in. I know it can be intimidating to speak about personal feelings in front of others, but my experience has been that everyone was very supportive. Good Luck and keep us posted.
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Aug 16, 2010, 08:53 PM
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Amanda, how did your first day go?
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Aug 16, 2010, 09:02 PM
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It went really good. I was nervous about being around so many strangers but, they were all really nice. I think I'm going to really like it.
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Aug 16, 2010, 09:17 PM
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I am glad it went well for you!
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Aug 16, 2010, 09:42 PM
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That's great Amanda! Is it everyday?
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Aug 17, 2010, 11:34 AM
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They have it 5 days a week but, I'm only going 2 days.
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Aug 17, 2010, 05:52 PM
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That's great that you have an outlet like that. I can't find any local groups for bipolar in my area. There used to be a DBSA group, but when I tried to contact them, my email got bounced back, so I guess it doesn't exist any more. My only other option is 2x a week drop in group therapy about 15 miles north of here at the county mental health office. But that place is a little scary. Soon I'll be seeing a psychiatrist up there. Maybe I'll check it out just once. But I'm glad you've got a group.
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