Posted by mandinka on October 11, 2004, at 18:24:03
In reply to Re: 2 sessions left with T, posted by cubic_me on October 11, 2004, at 5:17:34
It's not at all surprising that you have these reactions. It's a stressful situation! We usually revert to our more "dysfunctional" selves under pressure. If you are joining the group because you really felt ready to move on, then I suspect you should be able to get over the "panic stage" soon. Keeping up your guard isn't a bad idea until you know you feel safe in this group. It wouldn't be wise to show your real, vulnerable face to people you know nothing about, so don't feel bad about wearing that bubbly mask. It's a reasonable thing to do!
On the other hand - are you sure that you leaving your therapist isn't an act-out? Maybe you were getting close to some important stuff and joining a group is a way your unconscious chose to avoid facing it? Does your therapist agree that it's time for you to move on? I'm probably way off-base here but just in case...
I hope everything works out okay.
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