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Post by holliebshell on Jan 17, 2014 12:01:44 GMT
Hey guys, Basically I have an appointment today to meet a CBT therapist and im really worried about it. It's not my first time trying CBT- last year I was with CAMHS (child & adolescent mental health services) and I started CBT but I really didn't like the therapist, so had to wait a couple of months for a new therapist and start again- In total I had about 6 sessions of 'CBT' but I hated going and found it so pointless- I don't even think it was CBT to be honest, I literally sat there for an hour while she read some information off of a work sheet. I didn't get to finish the course because I turned 18 in August therefore dropped from the service, I was not considered ill enough to be transferred to the adult services.
anyway long story short I was referred to a charity in my area that offers CBT- this is where im going today (it has taken since august to get this appointment) but I am Terrified its going to be the same as CAMHS- what if I don't like it and what if it dosent work??? I feel like this is my last option seeing though I can't be transferred to adult services. if this doesn't work I don't know what else there is to try??
I am trying to go into this with an open mind and I hope my post makes sense! I guess im just looking for some advice or someone in a similar situation, did CBT work for you?? or did you find it unhelpful?
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Post by ellief on Jan 23, 2014 13:00:09 GMT
Hey, So to start with, well done for even considering something youve struggled with before. That takes a lot of strength, so be proud of yourself for it. As for actually going to the course, if it's not for you, you can stop going, right? But if you don't start you won't know. Can someone go with you beforehand if that would help? I haven't don't CBT but I know about it as I've lead groups of children at schools in it in its basic form. I understand your nervous, but there's no reason for this time to be the same, as it will be different people in a different place doing a slightly different thing, yes still CBT but people teach it different ways. In terms of not being transferred to adult services, which I assume is what CAMHS told you? You can be referred by your GP, completely seperate of CAMHS, if you need them. I didnt get transferred because I slipped through CAMHS in an accident and got lost in the system, but I asked my GP for a referral. Your GP may also be able to refer you for other things seperate of adult services, such as talking therapies, who can be involved without adult services. So be assured that this isn't your last hope. Also there are some good books out there, like the Overcoming _________ (fill in the blank with whatever you struggle with eg. anxiety) series, and Feel the Fear an Do it Anyway. Hope this somehow helps! You can do this!
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