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Apr 15, 2019 at 12:47 AM
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Background: I’m in a eight year heterosexual relationship. Started questioning about 4 years ago and I’ve been confident that I’m gay for about 2 years. My partner is emotionally abusive and I’m current working towards leaving him.
In my last session, my T asked me what I wanted for myself after this relationship is over. I waffled about work and other things, and avoided mentioning wanting a girlfriend. However, I did email her afterwards to say that is exactly what I do want, but I struggle to say it aloud. We’re now going to start working through it, which we haven’t done at all up until now. Nervous! I’m torn, like I said in my email, part of me wants my T to force me to face up to it, but part of me hopes it’s never mentioned again. Anyone relate? I trust that I’ll feel better for talking it through. |
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Apr 15, 2019 at 01:12 AM
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I can relate on wanting to talk about something in therapy but being afraid to. With my first (and best) therapist, I had written a letter one time and let her read it. It was a great way for me to put all of my feelings out there and I have trouble verbalizing my feelings on the spot. Maybe you can try something like that?
However, I think this is something that has to go at your own pace. You don't have to talk about everything at once. Go bit by bit. I wish you the best of luck with whatever you decide to do. |
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