should i?

ive been having problems lately with my mood swings. but, today my dad died and i feel like when it 'sinks in' im gonna be feeling pretty horribly. would it be silly to start therapy soon with a T i used to see, only to deal with the dad thing?

Oh, Halliebeth I am so sorry you're dad died.

It would not be at all silly to start therapy with your old T for help with dealing with your loss. Losing a parent is a tremendous loss. Getting help with it would be taking good care of you.

I think your old T would be very glad to see you and happy that you can reach out for T at this time.

Halliebeth,

I am so so sorry about your Dad. I will keep you and your family close in my thoughts during this very difficult time. Everyone grieves differently and for different periods of time. I think seeing a T would be a great idea, imo.

Take gentle care.


Dee

Sorry about your dad. another suggestion. if you have a Hope Hospice in your area they have a group that meets called death of a parent. They have it here but they may not everywhere. It helped me alot. FP

Halliebeth, I'm so sorry about your dad. Mine is gone too and 8 years later, it's still hard. As someone else said, seeing a T would be a tremendous act of self-care and it would really help. Grief is hard to get through on your own.

((((((((big hugs))))))) I wish you peace. Be good to yourself throughout this difficult time.

Candy

Halliebeth,

I'm so very sorry to hear about your dad. I think seeing T again is a great idea! Lots of people go to therapy for specific issues (whether or not they want long-term therapy), and I'm sure it would be very helpful in the grieving process. I know that's what I would turn to.

I'm so sorry for your loss.

Sidony

I am so sorry about the loss of your father. I simply cannot think of a more valid reason to return to your therapist.

Peace be with you during this difficult time.

HALLIE, I am so sorry about your dad.

I think returning to your T at this time is a very good idea. Your T will not think your request silly or unusual. Many people turn to past therapists during crisis times.

Please keep posting here and let us know how you are doing.

Halliebeth I am so sorry about your father. I think it is a great idea to see a T to help you through this difficult time. My thoughts are with you. Please take care.

BB

((((((((((( halliebeth )))))))))))))

I'm so sorry about your loss. You, and your family, are in my thoughts.

I think it more than appropriate to give this "old t" a call...a really good idea.

KD

(((Halliebeth))) Who better to turn to for extra support but an old T that has helped you before? I think it is a wise idea and because you've seen this T before, you'll be able to slip right into what you need for therapy sessions because you've already built a rapport.

i have different insurance now. so, as it turns out, i cant see my old T. ima be alone, i guess. with all the family and community here (I live a a SMALL town) I find myself avoiding home because I feel crowded. If Im not here....I dont have to deal with it.

Halliebeth, I am sorry about your dad. Calling your former T is very appropriate if you want to. Can he work anything out with you on the insurance change? If your new insurance has mental health coverage, they may make an exemption for you to go back to someone you have worked with before. If it is important to you, it's worth asking.

throat is tight
voice is weakening
hands are shaking
eyes are leaking

left to fight
no ones sleeping
dad is gone
cant shake this feeling

Halliebeth (((( ))))

Did you call your old T? Sometimes they can adjust their fees or maybe they can refer to you to someone in your plan.

As for insurance making an exception - I had a friend that was able to get the insurance company to make an exception and I live in a large city with alot of available people in network, but she had history with this T and they granted her the exception to go out of network and be covered. Give it try - it is easier in smaller towns because your pool of providers are limited. It is definetly worth giving it a try.