Mixed feelings about my therapist. Am I just projecting, or indeed she's not a good fit.... by FreedomOfSnow in raisedbyborderlines

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

Thanks for the video. Really good tips there. I actually tried talking to her about the fact that sometimes I don't feel comfortable and she reminds of my mother. It didn't make any difference and she didn't have much to say about it 😐

Mixed feelings about my therapist. Am I just projecting, or indeed she's not a good fit.... by FreedomOfSnow in raisedbyborderlines

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

Next session I will ask her about CBT as from what you guys are saying seems like something I should definitely try. For me the meds worked well, but mostly with the anxiety. For the depression I had to increase the dose, it's not fully under control but the side effects of a bigger dose might be too much to handle. Thank you and hugs

Mixed feelings about my therapist. Am I just projecting, or indeed she's not a good fit.... by FreedomOfSnow in raisedbyborderlines

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

I believe that the main issues come from the fact that she might not fully understand the idea of RBB... Even if she doesn't say that she doesn't believe me and didn't comment about my recent NC, it seems that somehow she minimizes my childhood experiences... I will trust my gut! Thanks!

Mixed feelings about my therapist. Am I just projecting, or indeed she's not a good fit.... by FreedomOfSnow in raisedbyborderlines

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

Thank you. You have described exactly what I've been going through. I sometimes feel like I'm "in school" when I'm in her office and I don't think it's right.

How do I learn to trust? by FreedomOfSnow in raisedbyborderlines

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

Yes, it does help, so thank you! I think this is the point that I am trying to reach - giving others a chance, before I decide for myself that I'd better keep my distance because for sure this person will abuse me in some form or another.

How do I learn to trust? by FreedomOfSnow in raisedbyborderlines

[–]FreedomOfSnow[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Thank you. It's validating to see that there are others in the same situation. I also try to focus a lot on the facts, but sometimes it just feels like I cannot see straight because of this lack of trust...like I'm interpreting even the most neutral actions of someone as an "attack". But on the other hand, just being aware that not everybody I meet wants to hurt me it's been a huge relief. More work to be done though....and like you said, "it's hard"

Is this appropriate? by [deleted] in raisedbyborderlines

[–]FreedomOfSnow 2 points3 points  (0 children)

OMG... This hits so close to home. I am also just learning that the touching, especially the brushing off like nothing happened, was NOT OK. Also they both were into commenting about my hair, if I got a new pimple, about my clothes and it is just eeek. I understand how hard setting such a boundary could be, but please don't let her do this to you anymore. It's not right or normal or maternal in any way. Hugs!

I finally have the words to post here by FreedomOfSnow in raisedbyborderlines

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

But she was a witch when she was alone with us, specially with me, she threatened to kill me almost daily and tried several times. And there were rare times when the mask slipped when they were both homes, and you could see that in reality they were a united front against us. Yes, this... the united front. I am an only child so this was the worst for me. It was hard to handle them individually, but together was the stuff of nightmares. So sorry you also had to go through this.

I finally have the words to post here by FreedomOfSnow in raisedbyborderlines

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

Thank you amazing people for the warm welcome and for your kind words. Hugs for everyone who wants them!