First Therapy & First Support Group Visits

[AbbyJamz]

I had my first visit with my therapist yesterday.  I was really, REALLY nervous!  I think I may have had a small panic attack in the car before going in!  Then I went in and it was nearly as bad as I thought it'd be.  We didn't really dig to deep, but we did discuss my gender identity issues and the strain it has put on me, my wife, and our marriage.  I think she was surprised by the amount of research I had done and how well prepared I was to deal with my situation.  One tiny thing she said made me feel really good (as stupid and insignificant as it was).  She asked if I go by Chris... for now.  I dunno, just made me feel like I'm on my way, even if it's just tiny steps right now.  On my way out, I realized that there was a transgender support group meeting directly below my therapist's office! It took three times going back and forth from my car until I built up the nerve to talk to the girls there.  They were much older than me, but it was still nice to talk with someone who has dealt with a lot of the same things I have.  Anyway, I felt really great afterwards.  It was like the first time I had talked about my issues to someone that actually wants to help!  Just thought I'd share with you all!