Today I had my regular visit to the psychologist I’ve been seeing since the start of my journey just over two years ago. I can clearly remember my feelings when I saw her the first time in September 2016, I was petrified! I don’t know what I was expecting really but I do remember walking into her room and seeing the black sofa and thinking “at least it looks a comfortable place to get a grilling” In reality it couldn’t have been any different, I very soon felt at ease and after a couple of visits built a huge emotional connection with her. On many occasions she has talked me round from being very down and managed to give me strategies to help me get through the worst times while I have been battling to get back to health. She has quite simply been the difference on many occasions and I am eternally grateful for her ongoing support.
This brings me to a comment made by the physio that I saw last week. Before my appointment I had sent him a brief outline of my story so as not to waste too much time explaining things during my time with him. He thanked me for it and made the comment that I seemed to have surrounded myself with beautiful caring people throughout my journey. Seriously, I know what a difference they have all made and the psychologist is very close to the top of the list. When my GP suggested that I should have some professional support locally I was very unsure about it as I had not thought it necessary but time and time again she has made the difference. I am indeed a very lucky girl!