Settle down

[wyetmoodie]

I’ve been panicking for almost 2 hours and my counselor is on vacation. She left me the number of the Dr I should call if I need it. I CALLED. I’ve been hysterically crying for hours and having dooming feelings but I left an embarrassing message. Fighting back tears. This is not an emergent situation- I’ve felt this hurt before I just NEED to get better soon so I HAD to leave that voicemail, on this day, when my counselor is on vacation... and I had to bother a woman who has a family at 9pm.

But now I’m scared what will happen. I’m scared but i sort of feel relieved. But I’m still crying. I WANT TO JUST REWIND AND NOT CALL. BUT. PLEASE TELL ME IT WAS OK TO CALL! 🧠

[wyetmoodie]

I wish I would have just thought of this. I could post something and avoided this!

[laurafazz in reply to wyetmoodie]

It’s ok that you called, that’s why she gave you the number! I once had a counselor call me back on thanksgiving day even though i left in a message that I wouldn’t expect to hear from her until the following day. Two weeks ago I started a major anxiety flare up and I feel like I called a dozen places trying to get someone who could see me for an appointment and it was so difficult saying no it’s not an “emergency” but I REALLY need to stop feeling this panic right now. Like you want to shake them and ask why they don’t understand. Anyway, my point is you’re not alone, and don’t feel weird or embarrassed or guilty for calling the emergency number. It’s totally fine and hopefully you can get relief soon.

[AZ1970]

Of course it was ok to call. You reached out when you needed help. Your counselor gave you the number. Don't listen to the negative thoughts in your head. Take some slow, deep breaths.

[jkl5500]

Yes, it was definitely OK to call! And you were not "bothering" the Doctor when you called. That's what they are there for! You know you wouldn't have called her unless you needed to. There is nothing to feel bad about here. I just hope your panics have lessened.

[ReardenSt33l]

Totally fine to have called. That’s what counselors are for! They understand that you can’t plan your mental health around their schedule. Sometimes bad thoughts arise at 3am and they know that. Most counselors have gone trough tough times themselves and understand that reaching out for help is the BEST way to get better.

Keep your head up