Update on my classes

[katespade]

I think I just need to get my thoughts out somewhere...

I recently posted about some issues with my mental health and getting through winter term. Well, I reached out to my academic advisor and she referred me to disability services. I talked to them and they recommended reaching out to my instructors directly to request that they allow me to withdraw past the deadline. I finally worked up the courage to send those emails, and now I'm waiting on a response. If either (or both) of them say no, I'll need to get documentation from my doctor to support why I should be allowed to withdraw rather than fail. I'm reeeeeeally anxious about waiting for their responses, even though I know that getting documentation is NBD.

Meanwhile, I met my new PCP on Monday and talked to her about how much I've been struggling. She referred me to a psychologist, who called me to do an intake call yesterday, and now I'm waiting for a call back to see if they are willing to accept me as a new patient. I'm also feeling incredibly anxious about that response, since I've had psychologists turn me away before. I need help.

[amaranth]

It sounds like you're on the path to getting help and hopefully you'll be feeling better soon! *hugs* Reaching out is seriously the hardest part and you did it like 5 times this week. Great job!

[bk1]

So proud of you for talking to all of these people!! You are doing awesome. Big hugs and don't get discouraged. 

[wanderingenough]

You did the hard part. You made the calls. You sent the emails. Hugs!

[luv2rn4fun]

So many ((hugs)) glad you are taking care of yourself and taking the steps you need to take. I hope your professors are understanding and don't add more stress to the process. Praying you feel better soon!

[estrellita]

Hugs! These steps are so difficult but so important to get back on track. You can do this! I hope you're able to get all the help you need!

[MrsMB]

So many hugs lady! I hope everything works out perfectly!

[katespade]

Now I'm overwhelmed and frustrated because I haven't heard back from either of my instructors or the psychologist's office. AND I emailed one of the instructors with the wrong class information, so I had to send a correction email and I look like an idiot.


Thank you all for your support. It truly means a lot to be able to get my thoughts out somewhere.

[travelbug]

I think you definitely did the right thing by emailing them. Maybe they had already left for the day and will get back to you right away tomorrow!! I get anxiety over things like this too. Huge hugs to you with everything going on! <3

[Deleted]

Sending huge hugs! I'm so glad you are taking care of you. I hope everything works out the way it should!

[katespade]

Still no responses. Which I realize shouldn't be a big deal since it's only 9:00am, but It feels like a really big deal right now.

[bk1]

((katespade)) I hope you hear something back soon.

[MrsMB]

((katespade))

[wanderingenough]

I'd give them a couple days to respond, maybe even until Monday, before worrying. They prob got your email but need to pull your file to review, etc.

[katespade]

I just received an approval for one of my withdrawal requests. Still waiting to hear back from the other instructor and from the psychologist.

[katespade]

Fuckity fuck fuck fuck. The psychologist apparently decided it wouldn't be a good fit and they don't want to see me.

So, you know, that's an awesome feeling. :/

[amaranth]

Oh honey, I am sorry That sounds miserable. I'm so glad that at least the one class is approved for now. Hopefully the other prof responds really soon.

Do you have a second psychologist you can call while you're still motivated? If it's too rough for you to try again, can you ask your husband to call another one? I don't know reasons for declining a patient, but I'm sure another call or two will find a great fit!

*hugs* text me anytime if you need someone to talk to immediately (since I haven't been online much lately)

[MrsMB]

((katespade))

[travelbug]

(((katespade)))

[estrellita]

Ugh, I'm sorry they denied you. It sucks that they would turn away someone that needs help. I really hope you can find someone else. If you can't call please have your H call. Mine did to set up my initial appointment this last time I got on meds. Glad to hear one of your requests was approved though! One less thing to worry about!

[wanderingenough]

Deep breath. The class thing is a big good step. You WILL find a psychologist that is a good fit.

[katespade]

amaranth - They offered to email me a list of other psychologists I can try to reach out to, but when I got the list it's like 20 names long. Holy moly, talk about overwhelming. My motivation is really deflated at this point, but I'm hoping that I can psych myself up over the weekend and maybe start making phone calls on Monday.

[katespade]

Thank you all. Really and truly, I am reading and appreciate all of your responses.


I got graduation ordering information in the mail today. Not great timing, since I have to push out my graduation date. :/

[bk1]

(((katespade)))

I'm so glad you heard back from one of your instructors. That is huge!! You will get through this. 

[Deleted]

((katespade))

[katiek]

Giant hugs katespade. I'm so sorry they didn't accept you, and I really hope you can find someone quickly who is a better fit. I also hope the other instructor emails you ASAP. I am so impressed that you called and emailed all those people this week, though. That is always the absolute hardest part for me.

[Deleted]

It really sucks that it didn't work out with the first psychologist. Hopefully you'll be able to find a better fit quickly. Going to school and managing mental health is really hard.I know everyone's said this, but it is so brave of you to call and email all these people.

[MrsMB]

So many hugs lady!!

[pooh8402]

So many hugs to you. I'm sorry the first psychologist turned you down, but that's probably a good thing, because the next will be better! Reaching out and getting the one class approved are great first steps!