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I have been suffering low self esteem/shyness almost my entire life. I am 24 years old and I feel like it’s taking over my life. I know the sessions are expensive, but I feel like I need the help. What happens during the first session? I am so nervous. Also, when do they prescribe the medicine? usually on the first session?

Hello!

First, you have taken the first step towards a happier you, so congrats on that!!! Taking the first step is always the hardest. Soon you will be happier and feeling better about yourself.

Typcially the first session is more of a getting to know you. Your therapist/psychiatrist will most likely ask you questions about your life, family, friends, work/school, social life etc. He/she will most likely also ask about your past and childhood to get a general idea of your past and experiences, this will help "diagnose" or diret him/her where to take future appointments/sessions.

Most likely medication would not be perscribed on your first visit. Once the therapist/psychiatrist gets a good understanding of what your problems he/she will know what medication is best for you. Now, if you are dealing with low self esteem and shyness only, I would suggest possibly starting off with a psychologist, therapist or counselor. A session with one of these previously mentioned people would be less expensive than a psychiatrist. Mostly, although there are exceptions, psychiatrists perscribe medications and that is all they tend to do. A psychologist, therapist or counselor will spend each session talking to you to help sort through your low self esteem and shyness. If the psychologist, therapist or counselor feels as though medication is necessary they might refer you to a psychiatrist who would then perscribe you medication. If you are feeling really depressed, then you might want to go to a psychiatrist right away. Just think things through since you might be able to save some money. : )

Overall, don’t worry about the first session. I know it is easier said then done, but you will be so much happier in the future. A word to the wise, it is important to find someone that you feel comfortable with and trust. Therefore, if you go to a one session and you don’t feel comfortable try going to someone else. In order to feel happier you should feel comfortable talking to the person that is helping you.

I hope that I have helped and I wish you the best of luck with all that is to come.

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I am in mental therapy. I have been seeing a psychologist for about 6 or more weeks now. I have realized what has been holding me back and making me so depress, i am being eating away by guilt of a deep dark secret. I am not ready to share this secret with my therapist or with any1 really. But i know i need to talk about it.. Do you think i can still make progress with out sharing this secret? But still talk about how i am burden with guilt.

It will probably be very cathartic for you to share, so I would say go for it. I’m not sure what’s holding you back, but your therapist is legally bound to confidentiality unless you are a threat to yourself or others.

Therapists have heard it all before they even graduate. That’s how they are prepared. There is nothing you can say that will shock them.

Good luck.