I am often the one doing the counseling, as I am a lover of stories and have seen clients on and off for the last 20 years. Recently I returned to the counseling office as a client, not the counselor.
I felt a lot of things as I contemplated entering into this relationship at this time of my life. I am not in crisis, and I am aware of some spaces I am longing for something different. I continue to miss my brother and my Dad. I believe that grief is part of living, and it is helpful to share the stories for healing. Sorrow doesn’t come just in the loss of life, and embracing all my heart holds feels important. I used to deny so much of it and I like the spaces I am in, even how I am entering into the unknown.
As I began to share, it was good to hear my voice reflecting where I have come from and what I would like to explore. My heart felt connected as I spoke words of truth and exposing vulnerability.
I am aware that there are spaces I feel disconnected, and there is work to be done. I am encouraged, curious, hopeful, and grateful for the journey.
I wonder what your internal dialogue is about counseling and creating space to explore your story. If you need encouragement to pursue what is good for your soul, take this blog as a kind nudge to inquire and set up the first appointment. You don’t have to have all the answer about where you are going