As an aneurysm survivor I am constantly curious about how other survivors have felt about their counselors. Did they find them helpful in their recovery process? Personally, I am not satisfied with my counselor and I am considering changing to someone else. I believe it is important to have a positive and supportive relationship with your counselor in order to effectively work through the challenges of recovering from an aneurysm. Hearing other survivors' experiences could help me make a decision about whether or not to switch counselors. I am curious to hear about the impact counseling has had on other aneurysm survivors.
A couple weeks ago, I was on call with my counselor on our weekly call. I was feeling positive with a glimmer of hope. For the first time in years, I felt like I was making progress. I was not only dealing with my aneurysm, but also trying to come to terms with the trauma from my past. It was a difficult journey, but I felt like I was finally headed in the right direction.
Last week, however, things took a turn for the worse. I started my session with my counselor and immediately felt like she was brushing me off. It was as if she wasn't interested in what I had to say. I left the session feeling frustrated and lost. It seemed like all the progress I had made was just a facade.
When I finally mustered up the courage to express my true feelings to my counselor, I was met with disappointment and disbelief. I had been feeling like she wasn't taking me seriously and that I needed more support, but she simply brushed off my concerns and asked if I had anything else to work on. It was like she was trying to make a joke out of my struggles. I felt lost and alone in that moment, and it was a truly heartbreaking experience.
As I reflect on the phone call I just had, I realize that I can't keep living like this. I feel overwhelmed by my struggles and I know I need professional help to overcome them. However, I worry that finding a counselor who will take me seriously and provide the support I need will be a lengthy and daunting process. But I also know that I can't keep going on like this and I am determined to seek the help I need. It's time for me to prioritize my mental health and find the right counselor to guide me towards a happier and healthier future.
It's frustrating to feel like I can't talk about the good things in my life if I want help dealing with the trauma of my past. But I know that I deserve a counselor who will listen to me and support me through all aspects of my life. I may feel lost right now, but I'm determined to find the right counselor who will help me on my journey to healing.
I wonder if others have had a difficult time getting approved to have a different counselor. At VA facilities I do not usually have issues when trying to see a specific doctor. However, I have noticed that changing counselors is not something that is commonly requested. It may be a process that requires more approval or paperwork, which could make it more challenging. Have you encountered any difficulties in the past when trying to switch counselors?
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