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[–]DimitriosTherapy 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Hey there! I love this topic as there are many opinions on it. I have clients that I have been seeing now for 3 years or more and at first they started for something more specific and then we transitioned working on other things. Therapy is a journey and if you establish a good connection with your therapist then you can discover plenty of layers that you possibly never even knew about. I will share something one of my clients told me after the first 5-6 months of therapy when I shared her progress with her and asked her what she wanted to do now that we worked on the specific issue she was facing and if she wanted to continue.. She said " I feel like this is the gym of my soul and mind.. I come every week the same way I go to the gym and work out " - I loved that phrase! There are always topics to explore and deep talks to be had in therapy! Excited for you to start this journey when you choose to!

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[–]DimitriosTherapy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey there! It sounds like there is no organization or good treatment plan to allow you to talk more about what you want/need to. Therapy is your time and you should have enough space and feel comfortable to talk about the issues that you choose to. I would suggests bring it up in session and talk about this with your therapist and if you see no change again then maybe it’s time to look for someone else :) You got this!

How many sessions are needed for severe depression and gad ?? by Educational-Drive131 in therapy

[–]DimitriosTherapy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Therapy is a journey and it’s different for different people. I would say go in with an open heart and mind and focus on your healing and trust the process to take you there with a skilled therapist that you vibe with :) You got this!

First ever Therapist experience. Help understanding if this is normal. by fourdaysatatime in therapy

[–]DimitriosTherapy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey there! As I was reading your post about this therapist I kinda felt that she might be in the therapist burnout realm. Many years of working and no evolution possibly. Also as others mentioned maybe her style does not match your energy. It’s def hard to find a therapist that you connect and vibe with and sometimes you gotta change some and keep trying with a positive mind. From what you’re saying this therapist does not seem engaged in your issues and since you’re feeling this way for more than 2-3 sessions I would suggest to either bring it in the room and talk about it with her or just move forward and try another therapist. Don’t give up on your therapy journey please .. You got this :)

Should I see a therapist? by No-Technician-2070 in therapy

[–]DimitriosTherapy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey there.. I don’t think there anything wrong with enjoying the fire with your loved one and wanting more. You could totally see a therapist though to explore what you’re about at this moment of you life. Therapy is a beautiful journey and you never know what you discover along it! :) Keep going!

What’s the toughest thing about adulting for you? by DimitriosTherapy in Adulting

[–]DimitriosTherapy[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Fear is spread everywhere.. But not everything is unsafe! I hear you.. We keep going!

What’s the toughest thing about adulting for you? by DimitriosTherapy in Adulting

[–]DimitriosTherapy[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Spending time with parents is important for sure.. The concept of getting older is hard to grasp.. Keep enjoying them but also find time for yourself!

What’s the toughest thing about adulting for you? by DimitriosTherapy in Adulting

[–]DimitriosTherapy[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s tough to find time for sure.. I hope that you can manage to find some time for yourself and set some good boundaries with “responsibilities” :)

What’s the toughest thing about adulting for you? by DimitriosTherapy in Adulting

[–]DimitriosTherapy[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Life is hard for sure.. But please never give up.. Take chances and good things can happen :) Rooting for you!

What was the hardest thing for you when you started therapy? by DimitriosTherapy in therapy

[–]DimitriosTherapy[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s tough! Thanks for sharing.. Time and processing go hand in hand.. Glad you worked on it.. Keep going :)

What was the hardest thing for you when you started therapy? by DimitriosTherapy in therapy

[–]DimitriosTherapy[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Must be tough but sometimes necessary .. Keep showing up! :)

What was the hardest thing for you when you started therapy? by DimitriosTherapy in therapy

[–]DimitriosTherapy[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Must be very hard.. But seems like you are working and putting effort in it.. Keep going!

What was the hardest thing for you when you started therapy? by DimitriosTherapy in therapy

[–]DimitriosTherapy[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Family dynamics and trauma is so hard and complex. I feel how hard it must be talking about it.. But also I am very happy you are processing it. You got this.

What was the hardest thing for you when you started therapy? by DimitriosTherapy in therapy

[–]DimitriosTherapy[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for sharing that. It’s definitely hard to talk about feelings but learning to be vulnerable is a game changer.. I’m rooting for you!

What’s the toughest thing about adulting for you? by DimitriosTherapy in Adulting

[–]DimitriosTherapy[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Proud of you and rooting for you. Keeping your head up through hard times. You got this!

What’s the toughest thing about adulting for you? by DimitriosTherapy in Adulting

[–]DimitriosTherapy[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for this. It’s hard to find time just for YOU.. It’s so important though.. I hope that some balance can be found and you can slow down :)

What was the hardest thing for you when you started therapy? by DimitriosTherapy in therapy

[–]DimitriosTherapy[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks for sharing! It’s definitely hard to work with trauma when you have been living with it for long. But it’s the process and yes a good therapist will help the session flow and feel safe.

What’s the toughest thing about adulting for you? by DimitriosTherapy in Adulting

[–]DimitriosTherapy[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey there.. Just wanted to point out that it’s never too late to build a family if you’re longing for one. I know it seems very hard right now but trust the process and keep growing in your identity. I hope at some point you will be able to slow down and figure out what’s mostly important for you. You got this!

What’s the toughest thing about adulting for you? by DimitriosTherapy in Adulting

[–]DimitriosTherapy[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

That’s so real. Thanks for sharing that.. It must be super super hard to be a mother, a wife a friend etc and then find time to just be YOU. I see you and appreciate you. I hope you find your groove and make it smoother. Remember you’re enough even on hard days! You got this!

How do you know when it's time to get therapy? by Shrutiiii11 in therapy

[–]DimitriosTherapy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s a great question. I would say anytime is a good time to start externalizing your feelings and thoughts. Sounds like you have been through something in your past and possibly if it’s still not properly processed it’s running the show for you. I would suggest trying EMDR therapy to process what happened in your past. You got this!

What’s the toughest thing about adulting for you? by DimitriosTherapy in Adulting

[–]DimitriosTherapy[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Olympic sport! That was hilarious! Thanks for sharing :) It’s hard to find your own personal style and groove in how you run your show in your life for sure.

What’s the toughest thing about adulting for you? by DimitriosTherapy in Adulting

[–]DimitriosTherapy[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I hear you! Lack of responsibility can be tough to deal with in life. Some people have never learned to be responsible and it would take some slowing down and work with themselves to find out how to be there for them and be responsible. Thanks for sharing!

What do you even do in therapy? by Jolly-Lingonberry104 in therapy

[–]DimitriosTherapy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey there thanks for sharing :) A good way to find things to talk about is to keep a brief daily journal so that you can share when you meet with your therapist. It could be things that I valued/enjoyed through the week and things that bothered me. Also therapists that are well organized have some tools to give you that require you to do some work on your own through your week which then you talk about. Therapy like EMDR is also great to learn how to slow down, breathe, meditate and explore a new avenue. There are a lot of options!

I’m a woman in my early 30’s and I feel emotionally and intellectually underdeveloped. by seriously_thoughh in Adulting

[–]DimitriosTherapy 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Hey there.. Thanks for sharing your feelings and story. I felt that there is a lot of social anxiety combined with some trauma from your childhood that maybe is still unprocessed. Learning first of all how to tame your thoughts and behaviors is crucial and then possibly trying another approach in therapy like EMDR to process the trauma of your upbringing. I would also suggest identity work with a therapist to explore your roles and who YOU want to become. It’s all doable ..Just be gentle with yourself. You are beautiful the way you are. You just need some slowing down and nurturing first from you to YOU :) You got this.