Feeling anxious

[Croissantcris]

I just found out that my mom is coming along to my therapy session tomorrow and I’m very nervous. Not because I think she’ll react badly, but because I don’t want her to think it’s her fault that I need help.

I don’t know, any advice?

[Sadmama66]

As a mom myself, I don't always know what is going on in my son's mind. I wish I knew. I am glad your mom is willing to go with you, it means she cares enough to pay attention. Opening up is hard and if you have a good honest relationship, this will only make you guys stronger, together.

[Croissantcris in reply to Sadmama66]

We do, she’s like my best friend. I hope I can effectively communicate my feelings to her. She’s been really great about listening to me, but she’s old school and her views on mental health aren’t the most progressive. Thanks 🙂

[Sadmama66 in reply to Croissantcris]

I understand but you mother there and that's the important thing. Being in a safe setting us a good thing. This could open up a whole new branch to your relationship.

[hypercat54]

I think you are 18? If so you are a legal adult and she can't go unless you agree. Nor can anyone by law give out any confidential information about you. Is this different in your country?

[Croissantcris in reply to hypercat54]

I am! Idk I want her there so she can start to understand how I feel m, but at the same time it’s a lot and I KNOW it’s a lot and as the child I think it would be harder if I was the parent. Idk I just don’t want my mom to feel responsible

[hypercat54 in reply to Croissantcris]

Well it's your decision.

[Sadmama66 in reply to Croissantcris]

Just make you tell her it's not her

[Sadmama66]

Just following up with you. How are things going? Did the session with your mom go well?

[Croissantcris in reply to Sadmama66]

Hey! Thanks for checking up. Things are going very well! The place we went to gave us a lot of information and my mom took it all very well. I’ve been well overall, still having trouble eating regularly and sleeping, but I’m very happy to be alive and going in a good direction. 😊thanks!

[Sadmama66 in reply to Croissantcris]

That is awesome!! Keep up the good work!!!!