Need someone to talk to.... tired of always being in a bad mood

TXNative · March 2011

Hello ladies, I'm looking for recommendations for a counselor, therapist, someone who can help me get my head on straight again.

My two kids are 2 years apart, and the oldest is 3... things seemed to be going well when my youngest was born, but for the past 4-6 weeks I've been in a bad mood more often than not. I find myself not wanting to be around my kids because I"m concerned that I'll spend the majority of the time yelling at them, then I feel guilty for taking any "me" time.

DH is supportive of me having the occasional night out, and encourages me to do things for myself, but I can't seem to do that without feeling guilty. Don't even get me started on sex... I love DH and he's wonderful, but the desire for sex just isn't there, and again... I feel guilty because I know he would like our sex life to have a little more frequency.

DH and I have talked about this recently and while it's nice that he listens to me, it just doesn't seem to help right now.

So.... long story short, I"m asking for any recommendations in the Fort Worth area for counselors, therapists, anyone who might be able to help me figure things out.

I'm not a very religious person, so talking to a pastor, priest, etc isn't really an appealing option.

Any and all suggestions would be appreciated

Boizmom · March 2011

I'm sorry I don't have any recommendations for you, I am in the Plano area. I just wanted to let you know that it does get better. I was diagnosed with PPD after my second son was born, I didn't recognize there was "something wrong" with me until he was almost 7 months old. For me it took both counseling and medication. I have dealt with both depression and anxiety most of my adult life, but it does get better. I have more good days then bad, I learned how to cope with the stress of being a SAHM to 3 little boys.

Don't feel guilty for taking personal time away from your kids, but when you do spend time with them, make it special. Read their favorite books, color, snuggle, etc. Though they are young, they will sense that Mommy is avoiding spending time with them. When you feel that you are about to explode, take a moment for yourself and step away from the situation. If you are able to step out the front door, do so and get a few breaths of fresh air. Breath in deeply and exhale slowly, this usually helps me calm down when I feel myself getting worked up.

I hope you are able to find someone/somewhere to go. While it's important that you are there to take care of your kids, it's more important that you take care of yourself. No one can be a great Mommy when they don't take care of themselves. Good luck!

JCM · March 2011

Sorry you are going through a hard time. I've been seeing a therapist since DD was 5 months old. My therapist is in Dallas at 635 & Hillcrest. That is probably too far from you but she encourages me to bring my DD to the sessions if you can make the drive you don't have to worry about getting childcare. If it's not too far her name is Judy Redington (972) 233-5277. You could always give her a call and ask her for a recommendation if you don't get any other responses to this post. Good luck!

AustinBride06 · March 2011

My therapist is in Flower Mound so that probably doesn't help you but I'm a big advocate of seeking professional help to get through particularly rough patches in life. Good luck with everything!

mjequinelaw · March 2011

I just started counseling to deal with some issues with DH and feeling overwhelmed as a working mom with demanding baby and career. I can already tell a difference in myself and my situation in just a couple of weeks. She's in Southlake. HTH! https://www.angelaehenderson.com/

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