Finally started therapy and it's helping | DadHQ

Finally started therapy and it's helping

3w ago1 min read

Just wanted to post this because I know a lot of us guys don't talk about this stuff. I've been going to therapy for 3 months now and honestly it's been a game changer. I was dealing with depression that I didn't even fully acknowledge until I started talking it through. My therapist helped me realize I was putting way too much pressure on myself to be the perfect provider and perfect dad. Turns out that's not sustainable lol. If you're thinking about it, just do it. It's worth it.

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Comments(8)

KKevinRegular3w ago

Good on you for doing this, man. Seriously. A lot of us tough it out when we shouldn't. If therapy is helping then you're doing the right thing for your family too because your kids benefit from having a healthier dad.

CChris P.Regular3w ago

This needs to be said more often in dad spaces. Mental health is health. Really glad it's helping you. That takes courage.

BBrad T.New Dad3w ago

Proud of you for putting this out there. I think a lot of dads are struggling and don't realize it's an option to actually talk to someone about it.

MMatt S.Regular3w ago

That's awesome man. Took guts to start but sounds like it's already paying off. More dads need to hear that it's okay to ask for help.

DDan M.Regular3w ago

Really glad you posted this. I've been thinking about finding someone to talk to and hearing that it actually helped makes it feel a lot less intimidating.

JJamesRegular3w ago

Good for you man. Seriously. A lot of us think we're supposed to just power through everything but that's not how it works. What kind of therapy are you doing? Been thinking about it myself.

RRyanNew Dad3w ago

This is huge. I've got friends who would never admit they needed help but it actually takes more strength to say you're struggling. Really respect you sharing this.

BBrad T.New Dad3w ago

Glad to hear it's helping. The hardest part was always just making that first appointment for me. How long before you started noticing a real difference?