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mental health for a masochist - 1/26/2008 7:11:58 PM

closertonova

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I am a masochist and submissive and happy with that part of myself. I simply am going through a really terrible time in my life, where after 2 years in love with an manipulator he left me for another woman. I am really having a hard time day to day, and come from a family history of strong bipolars. If this is a down swing I need to stop it right now!

I am interested in going to a councler or therapist, my insurance will cover it, but how do i work through feelings that include my BDSM lifestyle, how do i find a therapist who will not freak out, or waste my time? I live pretty far north in Washington, almost 2 hours north of seattle. I have had years and years of thereapy, and run into a few bad apples, but that was in a diffrent state and before I found my joy in this lifestyle. Does anyone know how to find people in my area or how to screen the list of a hundred my insurance gave me?

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RE: mental health for a masochist - 1/26/2008 7:18:22 PM

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http://www.ncsfreedom.org/index.php?option=com_keyword&id=270

That link might help you find a kink friendly therapist in your region. Good luck to you, hope that helps!

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RE: mental health for a masochist - 1/26/2008 7:22:27 PM

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Your town has a great lifestyle group, http://www.triskeli.org they may be able to help.
I live even more north of you.. small town, known for churches, and nice lawns...;)

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RE: mental health for a masochist - 1/26/2008 7:35:10 PM

closertonova

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has anyone heard anything about the triskeli guild? i worry about going alone anywhere... and have never found very current things on thier website

sweetwenchie ther actually was one doctor on the list in my area i will call monday....and pray he has time to see me soon hugs and kisses thats an incredible resource

are there anymore ideas out there?

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RE: mental health for a masochist - 1/26/2008 7:42:36 PM

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Glad i was able to help. hugs and kisses right back atcha! i'm just thankful NCSF has a resource such as that available.

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RE: mental health for a masochist - 1/27/2008 9:27:16 AM

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You can call the therapist and do a quick interview on the phone before setting up an appointment. Find out what their qualifications are ie CSW or clinical psychologist, and ask about their knowledge of alternative sexuality.

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