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Do you see a counselor/therapist?

TLDR: Do you see a counselor/therapist?
The forum thread discusses personal experiences with therapy and counseling, particularly in response to challenges posed by the pandemic and other life stresses. iamSharon shared how counseling helped her manage stress during the initial phase of the pandemic but regrets not seeking help sooner. Elya, Butterfly88, and Nova all currently see therapists and have found the sessions beneficial for their mental and physical well-being. Nomad recounted a single experience with counseling during childhood, which did not lead to ongoing therapy. Sincerem noted using health counseling for specific medical issues but has not required therapy for mental health. Overall, the thread emphasizes the positive impact of therapy and counseling in managing personal challenges, with several users advocating for its benefits.
iamSharon

iamSharon

When the pandemic first hit back in March 2020 I did not adjust well to life with working from home, caring for my daughter, and home life with my husband. I did not handle the stress very well and I felt obligated to prove my worth at work for fear of losing my job. Speaking with a counselor brought to me clarity that I was unable to find by myself. My only regret is not getting help sooner. I haven't seen a therapist in a few months but it's something I do recommend to others particularly if they're going through hard times.
 
I do have a therapist. And he is making sure that I am doing better with the therapy. I have struggled a lot with both mind and also physically and the suggestions from the therapy has helped a lot. I think having people to talk to and getting things out of the head helps in the due process.
 
I have been to a counselor only once when I was a seventh-grader. I was always angry and my father, who was also suffering from some sort of mental disease, thought it was a medical condition and I needed professional help. Thankfully, I was announced fit and fine.
 
I do take health counselling especially when the illness I'm battling with is a strange one. I never went to a therapist because my illness never got worse than expected.
 
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