Irritable Bowel Syndrome Message Boards | Re: Depression / Counseling

I've seen various counselors (psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers) and taken ADs and like anything else, some are helpful, some are not. And it is kind of scary when you are feeling so vulnerable to trust a doctor or therapist. In terms of a therapist I think the most important thing is the fit. Kind of like shoes. Not all styles fit all feet. I have done best with kind, supportive therapists rather than the probing analytic type. Although an understanding of the past is important, helping one function better in the present worked best for me. Learning to change some of my thinking patterns and behaviors (a type of cognitive therapy).I think it is important to like the therapist and feel that the therapist likes you.

I too participated in my graduation before completing all my units. I didn't want to as I worried it would jinx my completing my degree (see why I needed a therapist) but my family wanted to see me march. I did complete my units and got my degree the following quarter.

Keep posting. When I was going through my really rough times (pre internet days) I didn't know anyone else felt the way I did. You are not alone.

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