i know this is stupid but could you?

Contributor: Heartthrob Heartthrob
Quote:
Originally posted by ordinaryak
I am really sorry if i affended anoyone. i really ddint want to do this but me and my boyfreind have been having problems and i really wanted to make things better for us so i agreed to go see whomever he wanted me too. i am going to let him read ... more
The very fact that your boyfriend had to go report to the therapist that you did indeed post your picture is a breach of confidentiality on your part unless you signed a release form. This is not a therapeutic technique at all. Most psychiatrists are hardly trained in couple therapy. You would do much better to see a psychologist.
05/09/2010
Contributor: Dragon Dragon
Quote:
Originally posted by ordinaryak
I am really sorry if i affended anoyone. i really ddint want to do this but me and my boyfreind have been having problems and i really wanted to make things better for us so i agreed to go see whomever he wanted me too. i am going to let him read ... more
I'm not offended. You were doing what at the time you felt was the best advice from two people to make you more stronger and happier in who you are.
05/09/2010
Contributor: Beloved Beloved
Quote:
Originally posted by ordinaryak
I am really sorry if i affended anoyone. i really ddint want to do this but me and my boyfreind have been having problems and i really wanted to make things better for us so i agreed to go see whomever he wanted me too. i am going to let him read ... more
Babe, you did what you thought was right. You haven't offended anyone. A good therapist will listen to you..but do it ONLY if you want to go, not because someone wants you to go or is making you go. Do this for yourself and no one else..including boyfriend. If you decide to find another therapist, interview THEM. Tell them what you've been through with the other one, how uncomfortable it made you.

I think there is more than just body-image. Honey, it's gonna be okay. I promise you. And you are gonna come out stronger and healthier and an In-Control Woman whose confident in her body/image and everyone will admire you for your confidence. Bodies come in all shapes, sizes and colors...and ya know what? They're ALL beautiful. Why? Because they are one of a kind, unique and wholly belong to one person only.

I'm serious about my offer of emailing me. I'm a woman, and I understand some of this...and I have learned that who I am inside is reflected outside..THAT matters more. Here's my email: beloved122080@yahoo.co m I'm here for ya!!
05/09/2010
Contributor: Elodie Elodie
You didn't make us mad, honey. Your therapist did. Your therapist should help you build boundaries, never push past your comfort zone! And your boyfriend should respect those boundaries absolutely. PM me if you want to talk. *hugs*
05/09/2010
Contributor: El-Jaro El-Jaro
"Above all else..." good advice.

Good Luck!
05/09/2010
Contributor: ~LaUr3n~ ~LaUr3n~
Quote:
Originally posted by Elodie
You didn't make us mad, honey. Your therapist did. Your therapist should help you build boundaries, never push past your comfort zone! And your boyfriend should respect those boundaries absolutely. PM me if you want to talk. *hugs*
I agree!
05/09/2010
Contributor: Owl Identified Owl Identified
I agree with the posts above; I don't believe that any of us were mad at you, we were angry at your doctor and concerned about this post being in this forum. This community is meant to foster helpful and healthy sex-positive conversations, but this topic seemed very harmful not only toward you but also possibly upsetting for some people reading it.

I hope you are able to address your concerns with self-image. I was anorexic for many years and I know how hard it can be to overcome distorted body image and to begin to value yourself. However, it IS possible, please hang in there and please find a better doctor!
05/09/2010
Contributor: ordinaryak ordinaryak
i went to see her tuesday (doctor)after i showed my Boyfreind what you all had to say. he told me he was really sorry he said he just wanted to help me. so me and im talked about it and we went to go see that doctor. i wrote down the link to this thread and gave it to her. and i told her i wouldnt be going back to see her. she was pretty anoyed and asked me why i told her to go have a look at this thread and seh said"so you did do it?" i said "yes unfortuanatly i did" and she said"well i bet everyone on that site who looked had nothing but wonderful things to say abouit you and i bet that made you feel wonderful didnt it?" and i said "no it made me feel like sh!t and the most immature person in the world" and she said "no i think it made a big smile on your face AND im also betting that youll be coming back to see me" snd i said "i am sorry but your wrong" and i left. her assistant in the front room called me over and handed me my appointment card of whichi took and then tossed into the garbage on the way out the door. im sure the girl at the front desk gave me a look. i feel much better like a weigt lifted off from me now that i know my bf isnt pressureing me. and i really appreciate evryones insigt thank you if i hadnt come on here i probably would still have been going to her. so i guess i can thank her for somthing. but now i am not quite sure where to go simply becuase that was a pretty bad experience for me not sure i want to deal with doctors like that ne more.
05/13/2010
Contributor: Sir Sir
Quote:
Originally posted by ordinaryak
i went to see her tuesday (doctor)after i showed my Boyfreind what you all had to say. he told me he was really sorry he said he just wanted to help me. so me and im talked about it and we went to go see that doctor. i wrote down the link to this ... more
Thank you for the update. I am glad that you stood up to her - that is a step forward in the right direction. Not every therapist is good, and not every one is bad - you need a psychologist, and your partner may help you find one. But do not allow your partner to force you into it if you do not want to start with a new psychologist.

The reason why it was good that you did that is because it shows that you are growing a spine and becoming more able to stand up to people. That is one of the things that will put you on your way to becoming more comfortable in who you are and more happy, too.

Look around in your area, and have first appointments. Discuss with them. Get to know them. And then see which one you think is best for you and will help you to get on the right track.

Almost everyone here on the thread has basically said that they are willing to have you contact them. That includes me. I was harsh, and upfront in my previous posts - for a reason. If you need someone to talk to, perhaps to help you build up your self-esteem, or see where the root of your problems are or how to change them, I am willing to have you contact me.
05/13/2010
Contributor: Elodie Elodie
Quote:
Originally posted by ordinaryak
i went to see her tuesday (doctor)after i showed my Boyfreind what you all had to say. he told me he was really sorry he said he just wanted to help me. so me and im talked about it and we went to go see that doctor. i wrote down the link to this ... more
Thank you very much for the update! Well done doing that. I'm glad your boyfriend supports you.

A good therapist will never get annoyed if you want to leave for any reason at all. And they certainly won't tell you how you feel! She should be reported, but don't feel you have to do it if you're not up to it -- just getting away from her was a really excellent step.

You are allowed to shop around for therapists. Good therapists expect this. Don't stop until you get a good fit. The vast majority of therapists are competent, will help you build and reinforce boundaries, and will not push you to do anything you're uncomfortable with. Therapy can be draining, because you'll be exploring yourself in ways you haven't before, and confronting difficult issues, but if it ever feels unsafe, or like your boundaries are not being respected, the therapist isn't doing his or her job.
05/13/2010
Contributor: Heartthrob Heartthrob
Quote:
Originally posted by ordinaryak
i went to see her tuesday (doctor)after i showed my Boyfreind what you all had to say. he told me he was really sorry he said he just wanted to help me. so me and im talked about it and we went to go see that doctor. i wrote down the link to this ... more
You should look for a psychologist who does not deal with medicine but psychotherapy. You might also wish to see a psychotherapist who is normally cheaper than a psychologist but specializes in psychotherapy or counseling.
05/14/2010
Contributor: ordinaryak ordinaryak
Quote:
Originally posted by Sir
Thank you for the update. I am glad that you stood up to her - that is a step forward in the right direction. Not every therapist is good, and not every one is bad - you need a psychologist, and your partner may help you find one. But do not allow ... more
I appreciate evryones offers to talk with me but i would feel quite ashamed begging for help. i mean with a therapist im paying them to listen to me so it isnt much of a bother to them cause they are getting paid. i really dont like to push myself onto people whic is part of the reason i ididnt wanna post th8is to begin with. i have been pretty much living a secret life till i got with my boyfrined and even then it wasnt untill 3 years into te relationship. and even now my bf biggest complaint is that i keep things a secret
05/14/2010
Contributor: Victoria Victoria
Quote:
Originally posted by ordinaryak
I appreciate evryones offers to talk with me but i would feel quite ashamed begging for help. i mean with a therapist im paying them to listen to me so it isnt much of a bother to them cause they are getting paid. i really dont like to push myself ... more
If people are offering to talk with you privately, please believe that they genuinely do want to listen to you. You have nothing to be embarrassed about - no one here is perfect, no one here has a perfect life. Let us be a place for you to come and just be yourself. The people who expressed compassion for you in this thread sincerely mean well and you should not feel bad at all about accepting an offer to talk.

We're a community here, we help each other out.
05/14/2010
Contributor: Laccaria Laccaria
Quote:
Originally posted by Victoria
If people are offering to talk with you privately, please believe that they genuinely do want to listen to you. You have nothing to be embarrassed about - no one here is perfect, no one here has a perfect life. Let us be a place for you to come and ... more
I think Victoria summed things up beautifully.

I do know exactly what you are talking about, though. I am always, always happy to help a friend in need, but I desperately hate to be the one in need myself. I know how ridiculous this is, and I still struggle with it. But, please believe Victoria and everyone else who says they are happy to talk/help. And, please count me in that group too.
05/14/2010
Contributor: ordinaryak ordinaryak
my msn is alchemic_reaction88@ho tmail.com i wouldnt mind getting some advice from anyone who has dealt with low self esteem and bad body image what ever has helped you. i would really appreciate that.
05/15/2010
Contributor: Heartthrob Heartthrob
Quote:
Originally posted by ordinaryak
my msn is alchemic_reaction88@ho tmail.com i wouldnt mind getting some advice from anyone who has dealt with low self esteem and bad body image what ever has helped you. i would really appreciate that.
Hi, I would love to talk to you. Perhaps you could message me on Eden?
05/15/2010
Contributor: Beloved Beloved
Quote:
Originally posted by ordinaryak
my msn is alchemic_reaction88@ho tmail.com i wouldnt mind getting some advice from anyone who has dealt with low self esteem and bad body image what ever has helped you. i would really appreciate that.
I am sooooo proud of you!!! You did what YOU felt was right!! I've been to many, many psychiatrists/psycholo gists and believe me, there are those who do abuse their positions. Half of them get into the profession because they have problems themselves.

A good therapist will listen to you, offer suggestions, challenge you, but not tell you how you are to feel. I will save your email and message you.

Might I suggest something to help celebrate this victory in improving your self-esteem? Can you change your screen name? Sweetheart, you aren't a chairty case, You are a loved spirit!!! I don't know if this would be possible, I'm sure you could ask the moderators..IF it's something you want to do. But at any rate, CELEBRATE this victory!! You empowered yourself!! Nothing feels as good (well, a good orgasm can be better..LOL)
Celebrate each small step like this. Eventually, you aren't gonna have a self-image/esteem problem anymore. You are beautiful!!!! Oooo, I just wanna give you a huge hug!!!
05/21/2010