Self Help

[Nigella]

Forgive me for veering slightly off topic, but I just want to congratulate you and your SO for making this long and difficult journey together and successfully.

Thank you Kim

To Rianna & Nigella, I have a question. Is there a stigma in the UK associated with seeing therapists? I ask, because I've also noticed a few posts from other UK residents along similar lines, giving the impression that therapy in general is not necessary. I know you're not saying it isn't necessary Rianna, but you seem to almost be excusing your reasons for going to a support group.

I would say it is more the typical stiff upper lip, within the UK, it is the sort of thing that is not spoken about.

And Nigella I know you're not putting down others for seeing therapists, but you seem to be quite proud that you've never had to?

Sorry If I gave the impression I had not seen a therapist, I have but not until I had a bout of depression, a few things were going on in my life at the time. It was at this point that I realised, with help from the therapist, that I needed to seek medical help with my transition, I had done all I could, but I needed more and I was not prepared to self medicate.

The majority of my transition has been through self help, and yes I will admit I am proud of that fact.

I would never dream of putting anyone down for seeking therapy, I believe it is a brave person that admits they need help from someone else.

If anyone has taken offence or thought I was unsympathetic, I do apologise, I was just interested to see how much people have done for themselves.