At the outpatient clinic I was informed that I do not have any need for their services. I don't have a drug and alcohol problem, my "anxiety" is not diagnosable enough to warrant the anxiety group, I don't need med counseling. It was also told that I am bored.
So what is that I need or think I need? I was given the number for a therapist that specializes in my addiction. Speaking of addiction the intake worker told me that if I can overcome my addiction I would be fine....DUH!!!! The other suggestion was to volunteer. Margaret and my pdoc told me not to volunteer as I take on too much.
I went to see a friend who works at the outpatient facility where I volunteered. He was no help.
I woke this morning feeling sick. My mind was racing, my body jumping. I had trouble reading, so I wrote some. I feel like I am in a steel cage.
The floor is coming along. I am going to work on it in a bit. Gotta keep the boredom away. The new furnance is in. It works good.
Ralph Waldo Emerson-"It was high counsel that I once heard given to a young person: Always do what you are afraid to do."
David
David
I am so sorry you did not get the help that you were looking for at the outpatient clinic.
I know you previously said you were going to contact a therapist, maybe finding the right therapist can help you.
You can also check in your local paper, the health department or your local hospital to see if there are any public anxiety support groups in your area. Another place to find support groups is through the Anxiety Disorders Association of America website.
You have also mentioned having a meeting at your church. Many churches offer counseling or have a list of local resources you can take advantage of. You could talk with the pastor at your church to find out if he is aware of resources to help.
Keep us posted.
Eileen