Therapist

[LoveBear]

Has anyone told your therapist something you wish you didn’t? I’m having a hard time - was honest and he spoke to my husband (with my permission) about a safety plan and now I wish I never said anything...what do I do?

[Hidden]

Safety plan is talking it out say with close friend or your husband and keeping you safe

[LoveBear in reply to Hidden]

Yes - I just wish I didn’t say anything. I’m regretting it now

[Hidden]

Yes, I find it hard to decide what to talk about... Once started, I tend to pour my heart out. Maybe I should be more careful about what to tell the therapist.

[Hidden in reply to Hidden]

Don’t beat yourself up!

[FearIsALiar in reply to Hidden]

Same here!

[sweetiepye]

You haven't said why you regret saying something to your Dr. In order for your therapy to give you good results you need to be open with your therapist Are you able to be open with this person ?

[LoveBear in reply to sweetiepye]

My therapist knows just about everything about me-it’s been 2 years and several hospitalizations later. I’ve been doing mostly better with several setbacks. Lately it’s been very hard and thoughts of harming myself have come back. I know I’m suppose to talk but I wish I kept the latest thoughts from him - I’d rather forget which I know I can’t. I’m messed up right now- appreciate you listening

[sweetiepye in reply to LoveBear]

Don't punish yourself if you can help it. We all do that at sometime in our therapies .

[pam4him]

Why do you feel that way? Safety is a priority and if he is willing to watch for signals you need help you are extra blessed. Anxiety/depression are often accompanied by false guilt over things that are sometimes necessary. Perhaps, if he's overly watching you, set up a safe word with him, that is a signal you are not doing well. Maybe even a list of things you would like him to do when you are struggling - cuddle but don't talk, watch a movie with you, run a hot bath with candles and soft music, etc. Help guide him to help you without watching your every move. Prayers for peace and strength.

[LoveBear in reply to pam4him]

Appreciate this - thank you