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Hi there,

From my experience talking to a therapist has been life saving, because they listen to you with empathy, understanding and most importantly without judgement. It is difficult to move out of your comfort zone, I have anxiety and depression, but knowing I can walk through that door and tell my therapist anything I need to is slowly setting me free. All the best on your journey and always remember, you are not alone, and asking for help is one of the hardest things to do....but can be truly lifsaving. Good luck!

Welcome to the Forums @D94 and @Bodhi.

@D94, I’m so sorry to hear that things are hard and you’re not feeling supported at the moment. You mention that sometimes you feel as if talking is all you need. I’m glad that you have made a start by sharing a bit of what’s happening here. Please talk away – there is always someone to listen here on the Forums.

I understand that seeing a psychologist can seem like a strange concept at first. I like to think of mental health in the same way as physical health. Usually the things we do like eating healthily, exercising and getting enough sleep are enough to keep us physically well, but it doesn’t stop us from occasionally getting sick and needing to see the doctor. Similarly, sometimes the things we do to stay mentally well, like engaging in our hobbies and connecting with our support networks are not available or just not enough. I think we’re lucky that if that situation arises, we can ask a professional to step in and tie us over until our own supports are stronger.

Communication can be such a challenge in relationships. It sounds like you have been open with your girlfriend about needing her support and it sounds like you feel you are giving a lot to the relationship but not getting what you need in return. Have you been able to have a conversation about this when the two of you are getting along well?

@Bodhi, it’s great to hear that talking to your therapist has been life saving. Can you remember what made you come to the decision to talk to someone about what was going on for you? It sounds like it was a hard decision to make but has been worthwhile in the end.

Welcome once again @D94 and @Bodhi. I look forward to more of your posts.

Thanks Acacia, I was initially referred to a Psychiatrist because I was in complete breakdown mode, thankfully this Doctor responded to my need and I have been incredibly lucky to have had access to her as a therapist. If I had known before my breakdown what I know now, I would never have thought twice about seeking treatment.

Life with mental health issues is long, windy and incredibly difficult, and one that i could never have survived without help. I now see the world from a different view point. I still see this therapist regularly and with her we have worked my way through treatment resistant depression and anxiety and quite a few other issues to boot...this journey doesn't end unless you let it.

Working my way through my issues has been the hardest thing I have ever done, but nothing worth doing comes without challenge.

Thanks for the support,

Kind regards,

Bodhi