If I...

no point · 19-09-2010, 05:22 PM

write a letter to my therapist explaining everything will she think less of me or that I'm weak? What will she think of me? Have you ever written a letter like this? I've written the letter but I'm already nervous about giving it to her

PassedExpectations · 19-09-2010, 08:02 PM

no, she wouldn't see you as weak. she'd probably see you as brave for having the strength to be honest with her.

Buttercup. · 19-09-2010, 09:03 PM

I've written notes like that to my therapist, and she actually thanks me for them. The more you can explain to your therapist, the better she can help you. Some people (me included!) have difficulty expressing themselves speaking. And in therapy it is important to be as honest as possible giving as much information as possible so that you can get the help and support you need.

I often write notes and leave voice mails after hours on her office phone to explain things I was unable to speak in sessions. I'd really recommend giving it to her!

You are not weak. I think it actually shows that you WANT to get better and that you are strong by giving a note. If your therapist did think any less of you for giving her a note (I REALLLLYYYYY doubt that would happen), you need a new therapist.

Take care hun and good luck.

Jess x

no point · 19-09-2010, 09:31 PM

Thank you sooo much for the replies. i'm still nervous because it'll only be the second time i'll be seeing her and i don't want her to think i'm weird. i'll definitely try giving it to her though. thanks again!

Rhuben · 19-09-2010, 09:40 PM

Don't be nervous, your therapist is there to help you. By opening up you allow her to gain greater insight into what is going on for you. With the extra information she may be able to come up with new strategies to help you :)

Adril · 20-09-2010, 11:23 AM

She wont think your werid, she is there to help you, they often ask you to write down your thoughts to better understand them. Hope this helps you out. It's defently not weak, its courageous :)