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Jessica's avatar

"I wonder if she thinks it would be helpful for you to have proof that you know how to flourish without her. Sometimes we don’t know what we are capable of until we are actively doing it."

I would often be scared the only reason I was doing so well was BECAUSE I was in therapy, and that when I stopped going I wouldn't be able to maintain my wellness without that backup/support.

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Manic Mike's avatar

Thank you for sharing Allison! As one of the exceptions diagnosed Bipolar 1 about a decade ago I have been seeing an LPC for quite some time. Since I was also forced into therapy by my parents post treatment (also 1000% the right call) I have held the same level of resentment you shared. Over time, my therapist Dave and I have developed an outstanding rapport. Although professionally he can't admit it, I consider us friends. When you loose your entire peer group as I did, its nice to have someone you can be honest with and not receive judgment for said honesty.

For yall "normies" I completely get having an end date. Get the tools, learn how to share your feelings, learn how to listen, and go out into the world better prepared for the chaos. - Cheers!

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