Just a little update really. Had my first session with the psychotherapist yesterday and as well as answering lots and lots of personal questions, I completed a questionnaire that did indeed show that I was not only depressed but also had a high level of anxiety.
Even though I've had a few weeks to think all this over, I'm still not convinced that I am depressed. I might be a bit down but depression seems a bit extreme to me.
This was only the initial session and I have to go back again in 2 weeks I found it quite helpful in finding out what things make me emotional. Once again I shed a few tears (which was uncomfortable to say the least in front of someone I don't know - I usually only cry in private), but my 'issues' are now down on paper. I guess the next session will be about tackling these issues. Can't say I'm looking forward to it. I'd rather go and hide and never return.
I'm sure the psychotherapist thought I was slightly strange with some of the things I said. It must be impossible for them not to make judgement.
Even though I've had a few weeks to think all this over, I'm still not convinced that I am depressed. I might be a bit down but depression seems a bit extreme to me.
This was only the initial session and I have to go back again in 2 weeks I found it quite helpful in finding out what things make me emotional. Once again I shed a few tears (which was uncomfortable to say the least in front of someone I don't know - I usually only cry in private), but my 'issues' are now down on paper. I guess the next session will be about tackling these issues. Can't say I'm looking forward to it. I'd rather go and hide and never return.
I'm sure the psychotherapist thought I was slightly strange with some of the things I said. It must be impossible for them not to make judgement.