Today, I decided to try an online therapy site, seeing as I have been feeling very lonely and don’t have any friends to talk to about my issues. After filling out all the initial forms, the site told me there was no one available to speak to me. FML
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Halloween
A failed costume, stolen candy and a very real scare: Halloween, the one night when fear is allowed.
Today, I felt so lonely that I went on an online chat website and pretended to be a girl just so someone would talk to me. FML
Today, I was feeling extremely depressed and worthless, so I decided to use the crisis chat. I told them I felt lonely and worthless, and had nobody to talk to. They never responded. FML
Today, I was feeling really down and decided to text a friend to vent to someone about it. Then I realized, I don’t have any friends. FML
Today, I decided to go to a therapy group to help with my anxiety and to meet people who felt similar. I joked with my friend that no one would turn up as people might feel anxious about going. I was right. I was the only one there. FML
Today, I made an appointment with a therapist because lately I've been feeling alone and like no one cares about me. I waited at her office for about forty minutes before the receptionist informed me that she must have forgotten about the appointment. Even my therapist stands me up. FML
Today, I signed up for an online dating site. After completing their personality quiz, I set the distance to a 60 mile radius of where I live. Then to the country. Then to the whole world. I got no matches for any of the settings. FML
Today, my therapist broke up with me after almost 3 years. I can’t pay people to listen to my problems. FML
Today, my counsellor said that my venting needs to stop with this session, and that I needed to have goals towards which she can help me go. But I'm so lonely and just wanted to talk to someone. So now, a person won't take money from me to listen to me. FML
Today, I tried to contact a support group for parents of mentally ill adult children, because I’m at the end of my rope. Turns out there are none in my area and if I want one I’ll have to start it myself. FML
Today, I feel so lonely I talked to the likely scam number that called me. Even then they hung up after 2 minutes of talking to me. FML
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sarkycow 25
You may want to try TalkSpace for counseling. I've used it for the last 2-2.5 years. I use it more than in person as I have chronic pain, it's also helpful to me that I can write stuff to my therapist at 4 in the morning. You can "FaceTime" with them, send vice messages or just type. They give you a choice between 3 counselors (after finding out the main reason you're there). I also find it cheaper per month than my in person therapy. The main point though is that you've decided that you need to speak with someone. You can call your GP and ask them for recommendations according to your healthcare provider. If it is of high priority be sure to relay that to them too. Feel better, OP.
interesting33 37
that is really great that you took that step. Keep trying. it is really important. Your GP might also be able to recommend a site or groups you can go to. mine did. I use Silver cloud atm
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interesting33 37
that is really great that you took that step. Keep trying. it is really important. Your GP might also be able to recommend a site or groups you can go to. mine did. I use Silver cloud atm
sarkycow 25
You may want to try TalkSpace for counseling. I've used it for the last 2-2.5 years. I use it more than in person as I have chronic pain, it's also helpful to me that I can write stuff to my therapist at 4 in the morning. You can "FaceTime" with them, send vice messages or just type. They give you a choice between 3 counselors (after finding out the main reason you're there). I also find it cheaper per month than my in person therapy. The main point though is that you've decided that you need to speak with someone. You can call your GP and ask them for recommendations according to your healthcare provider. If it is of high priority be sure to relay that to them too. Feel better, OP.
sarkycow 25
I forgot to add in my comment above about TalkSpace - if you select a therapist and for whatever reason they're just not suitable for you .. you can switch therapists with ease. My first therapist was very nice but she just wasn't the right for for me. So, I decided I would try someone else, they ask a few more questions as well as why the first wasn't a good fit (that's optional). Then they give you a selection of other therapist's that you can read all about and hopefully find one suited to you. If you need someone to chat until you find a therapist, I'm sure there are many people on here. myself included, who would be happy to chat with you. I hope in time you are able to feel happy. {{(hug)}}
Josee Beauregard 5
14 people are assholes. Don't give up.
Dream_alone 10
also consider Daily Strength. that site has A LOT of folks to talk with.
sarkycow 25
Great suggestion, Dream Alone. I've been a daily strength member since 2007 and I met a bunch of great people who helped me me through tough times and I was able to do the same in return.
Quasita 26
I provide peer counseling via 7cups, myself. Depending on your needs, whether you just need someone to talk to or if you need professional help, you should be able to find *someone* available to talk.
rodfergie 18
On the bright side.... At least you didn't call the suicide hotline and get hung up on.
Jennifer Michelle Julietta 4
those things always charge. some have hidden charges too
Jonathan Dorsey 4
Not a therapist, but if you have discord add me at Sargantanas#4287. Know what it's like on the side you're on now. I've no issue lending an ear.
lifehappensbutwhyme 10
This happened to me once. I don't remember which site I tried to use, but it was specifically for depression and was advertise to people with suicidal thoughts. I didn't have insurance and couldn't afford to see a therapist. After filling out the questionnaire I was basically told I was too depressed and to seek out an actual office.