[CyclingPsych]

I finally had the guts to call my therapist after some things happened. He said I can call him whenever I want, no matter the hour. He didn't pick up or call back. So, of course I am super anxious and I feel.... sad... I can't think of the right emotion to feel right now... I know this seems really small but he's been telling me to call for so long if something happened or if I needed someone to talk to. Also, I forgot what time our therapy appt was this week so I wanted to ask him that. And, at this point I don't feel like showing up or trying.. I feel like a b**** for complaining about this..

[gayleggg]

I can understand how you would feel anxious with him not answering or calling back. He shouldn't have told you to call if he wasn't going to answer or call back. How long has it been? Maybe he's been indisposed and will call back later. And don't feel bad about complaining, that's what we're here for.

[CyclingPsych]

Originally Posted by gayleggg

I can understand how you would feel anxious with him not answering or calling back. He shouldn't have told you to call if he wasn't going to answer or call back. How long has it been? Maybe he's been indisposed and will call back later. And don't feel bad about complaining, that's what we're here for.

I am going to shoot him a text around late-afternoon if he doesn't call back. ugh.

[Rive.]

It is not at all 'small' or insignificant and you shouldn't blame yourself for feeling this way.

I am not sure I understand fully though: did you leave a voicemail or does he know you tried to reach him? If he missed your message that might explain his non-response. Have you called his office/secretary? You could also ascertain the time of your appt.

Otherwise, he, as the professional, should not say things he can't follow through. Consistency is a big deal and I would check it out with him. As in, 'did you get my message?' Then, take it from there.

[Waterbear]

Hope you get that call, he should if he has said you can call. Your welcome to complain, this is the place for it!!

[Pennster]

My therapist encourages me to call, but there have been a few times where he didn't get the message until later as his phone's connection isn't always great. (I have seen it happen on my own phone, where friends have told me it's just gone to voicemail and I haven't gotten anything.) now when I ring and don't hear back I just send him a text and he will ring me as soon as he can.

But I know how stressful it feels- I hope you can reach out again.

[AncientMelody]

Hey don't beat yourself up. You didn't do anything wrong. Again, context matters here. If you called him this morning, he may be booked with clients back to back. Sometimes they wait until their morning appointments are done and then return calls they have. Or sometimes the end of the day, which I know can be tough to wait out. Let us know what happens !

[LonesomeTonight]

Good for you for having the courage to call...Though I'm sure it hurts that you haven't heard back. When did you call him? I really think it depends on when and where (cell vs. office phone) you called him. If he could have been with clients, he probably couldn't pick up then and might have a set time he checks his messages. Or if it was the middle of the night, he might have just slept through it and will get back to you today. Did you leave a voicemail? I agree with texting him if you don't hear back in a bit. Definitely try that before you just don't go to your appointment--there could be some explanation.

Oh, one other thing--if you left a message, did you say who you were? I know that sounds silly, but he might not have your name with the number in the phone for privacy reasons. If you text him (and don't often text him), say who you are in there, too.

[WrkNPrgress]

Reaching out for help is an important step in self-advocacy. You recognized that you were hurting and you took steps to use a resource. Don't begrudge yourself that. It's a good thing you did no matter what the outcome.

I didn't see in your post, were you able to leave a message?

[junkDNA]

I hope he calls you

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