tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-269648634709183279.post4819947065173346314..comments2023-10-21T06:41:09.118-07:00Comments on Random Enlightenment: The Stigma of CounselingMarkhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15292824227963056711noreply@blogger.comBlogger2125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-269648634709183279.post-80785493779305951642007-07-20T10:29:00.000-07:002007-07-20T10:29:00.000-07:00Stacey: Well said (as usual). And thanks for the ...Stacey: Well said (as usual). And thanks for the encouragement!Markhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15292824227963056711noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-269648634709183279.post-58598717545695224002007-07-20T09:59:00.000-07:002007-07-20T09:59:00.000-07:00I have sought counseling a few times in my life. S...I have sought counseling a few times in my life. So now, I absolutely do not have a stigma. In fact I advocate it to friends! I agree, you go to a M.D. when your arm is broke so why the hesitation when your head/heart/life feels broken?! Before I went to counseling maybe I did have a stigma. I felt "at the end of my rope" and couldn't process my thoughts or (what felt like) just function! I felt weak. But you know what? That's ok and I'm glad I did. How many people go on and avoid, "live with" issues? I learned it was an act of strength--because I was doing something about it! I have seen three counselors and two out of three were a good fit. I think you have to take advantage of the "free consultation" many offer just as you have to find the right dentist, doctor or hairdresser! <BR/><BR/>I am in total agreement--once a year for a "tune up" sounds like a good plan!<BR/><BR/>I think you'll make a fantastic counselor!<BR/><BR/>~StaceyAnonymousnoreply@blogger.com