Triggering (SI) - I'm really, really scared - Update

[Collateral*Damage]

I have an appointment with my psychiatrist tomorrow and I'm going to tell him I've been cutting. I'm so scared about it! I know it's the right thing to do but I just wish I didn't have to do it by myself. I keep thinking about the what if's: what if he stops my meds? what if he thinks something's really wrong with me? what if he doesn't understand why I'm doing it? I hate being scared like this...

[hammy]

that's a really brave step you are taking, *hugs you*.
I know it will be scary but the doc will be there to help you and get you the support you need.
I know you've got all these questions running around in your head but the doc will guide you through.
Good luck for tommorrow

let us know how you get on
xxxx

[Bitter_Angel]

I can gaurntee you that he wont stop your meds. He will understand and know how your feeling. Cuttng is a coping straergy. It might not be everyones firsst choice, but it is still a straergy. He will recognise this and help you to figure out ways around it.

Pehaps you could write it down to give to him othat you dont have to say it if you cant bring yourself to.
I was terrified when i told my therapist. Thought they would lock me up or something. But its not like that. They need to know so that they can help you. And they really will help you.

Good lck with telling them. Let us know how you g et on.

Take care
Kim

[pez_barbie]

not got much to say but well done you for being brave enough to tell them, you should tell them, the more they know about how you are coping the better they will be able to help. *hugs*

[blondiebear]

I don't see why your therapist would stop your meds. He may change them but that will be so you are better cared for.

He should understand/accept the SI. It is not uncommon.

Congratulations on this big and courageous step!
Hugs

[delikatskin]

The only time I told a therapist about my cutting, she was far more concerned about the possibility of suicide than the actual cuts. When I reassured her that I wasn't suicidal at the time, the whole session took a more relaxed course. I didn't have to be scared anymore and she didn't seem weirded out by it either. I hope all goes well for you. I'm sure that it won't be nearly as bad as you might be thinking. Hang onto whatever strength you have to get through the moment, and then be proud of yourself for making such great strides to try to get through this time in your life. Even if it doesn't work out how you might expect, it is still something worth being proud of.

Kudos!

[Seraphsigh]

Oh, man. When I told my therapist, I thought it was my last resort in getting help. Turns out it was the best thing I ever did. He understood me much better at that point and continues to be supportive in helping me cope with things better. I'm so glad you're doing this. It's a huge step in your recovery!
Let us know!!

D'Arcy

[Collateral*Damage]

My appointment went just fine. My psychiatrist was very relaxed about hearing that I had been cutting and he understood why I had been reluctant to tell him. He didn't recommend any changes to my meds or my counseling schedule. I am so relieved because I don't have to keep any secrets from him anymore. Thanks for all the words of encouragement!!!!

[hammy]

aw weldone for telling your therapist, that was such a brave step to take, yay, you should be proud of yourself. Now you dont have to suffer with this alone. big hugs

xxxx

[Stellata]

I'm glad it went well and that you benefitted from telling him. Honesty is usually best. :)