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I always lie to her. I think I lie to her because I'm scared of being diagnosed with something or she will judge me or something. For example, she asked me if I have anybody to talk to about my struggles. I said, "yes I have my friend to talk to about stuff". In reality I do not talk to my best friend about stuff. I think we are both to scared to vent, in fear of being judged. I don't want to tell her I lied because she will obviously be upset. Any advice?
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You're wasting the therapist's time and your own time if you're not willing to be honest. It's a pointless exercise.
ReplyAlways be honest when you're paying for a service. That way you're getting your money's worth when you're trying to vent. Almost like saying your cars leaking oil when it's really leaking power steering fluid ya know? You kinda always gotta tell the truth when you're trying to get help.
ReplyMaybe try just relieving a new thing every session. And start small and try to gain her trust. Therapists arent there to judge, they are there to help and give stratagies. And if you get diagnosed with something all it will do it put a label on the things you already had. Dont let that get to you.
ReplyThis is a tough question; all that comes to mind is "the truth shall set you free". Meaning if this therapist spent years studying human psychology or whatever subjects they study for hours upon hours then you are cheating yourself. Maybe stop seeing this therapist for a while since it's a waste of time, and actually try to talk to your friend about stuff; friends are not judgmental usually. Then you can try returning to therapy. Best of luck.
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From following or not following these, all good or evil cascades, respectively.
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ReplyMy personal experience, explain to the therapist about what happened and switch therapists. Remember they won't judge you
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