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\nComment by Edward on 23 Aug 2010 at 7:13 am <\/span><\/em> <\/span><\/p>\n
I have just been introduced to you so I am going to be cold and boldly direct. How far if at all were you set back by the mental health system itself? The problem of not really understanding the patient and not being equipped to direct the patient to the right place for treatment is monumental, And did being placed with others who had severe psychiatric disorders keep you from moving forward? Often this is only spoken about with workers but I see the effect on the client.<\/span><\/p>\n
Edward<\/span><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n
Dear Edward,<\/span><\/p>\n
Sorry for the late answer. I don’t mind your question at all. I was fortunate to have found myself in the right hands. I may have slipped through the cracks and found inappropriate treatment early on, but luckily all that was meant to be happened. I went slow and never shared too much before starting my counseling sessions with Dr. Baer. I knew I was in trouble. But I never mentioned it at my workplace or in any relationships for fear of being locked up. As a matter of fact, I kept much secret from Dr. Baer until we were able to build rapport, and eventually, trust. It was difficult, but my system of survival was already in place long before I walked into Dr. Baer’s office. Remember, I spent my life before therapy in survival mode. My biggest fear about therapy was being misunderstood. I have heard many stories about how those who seek psychotherapy were shuffled around, from a psychiatrist for medicine, psychotherapist for therapy, social worker for help, and many staff members with the end result of rarely receiving the treatment necessary for their healing journey.<\/span><\/p>\n
During the two hospitalizations I found myself in my own world. I didn’t fit into the mold of a psych patient, yet I felt safe from the outside world. My misconceptions included false beliefs such as that the medical staff would beat me. I didn’t know what to expect. But as a multiple, I adapted. I made many friends and became the person each patient needed me to be. Therefore, my hospitalizations were not helpful for me. Instead of healing, I became more of an enabler. Instead of working on my own issues, I served and listened to everyone else. I did not receive proper therapy for my multiplicity while hospitalized. I don’t believe anyone knew what to do with me. Once I actually checked out of the hospital and had a friend drive me to Dr. Baer’s office. Dr. Baer did not treat me during my first hospitalization.<\/span><\/p>\n
I don’t believe multiples need hospitalization or group therapy. In my experience either would cause continued chaos without the needed room for growth and moving forward. My therapy with Dr. Baer worked for me because I received one-on-one care without interference. I believe my therapy was successful because of less, not more.<\/span><\/p>\n
Thank you for your thought provoking questions.<\/span><\/p>\n
Karen<\/span><\/p>\n
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