Eric went to see a therapist for the first time today. It has been such a long time in the making and we are so glad that everything finally worked out. The best part is that the insurance now covers the doctor that we really wanted to get him into.
Eric was fine when we got there and got excited about the chalkboard and the jump rope in the waiting room. I kept hoping that things went well, especially since he has been asking to talk to someone. I didn't want him to be disappointed or not happy after we got there and change his mind.
By the time we left, which took a while thanks to the torture chamber, Eric was almost skipping! Justin asked him what he thought and he said it was good. He was a little worried because the doctor said he might give him a shot, but we assured him the doctor was joking. He told us about the torture chamber, which he took Lindsay into. It is a room filled with the coolest toys that I grew up playing with! I almost didn't want to leave, but Lindsay was the real problem. I finally gave up fighting with her and passed her off to Justin. She was too wiggly and I'm already carrying one!
We stopped by Justin's parents house so he could pick something up. Eric was telling his grandparents about his new doctor. He had the biggest smile and he said, "Grandma, I go to therapy!" He was so proud of himself, it was really cute. He continued by saying, "I'm going to see my therapy again." It took a quick explanation from Grandma that he has "therapy" and he sees a "therapist." He didn't even seem to mind that he said it wrong.
Eric doubled checked with me that he had three more appointments. He can't wait to go back. His concern came in when he wanted to know what would happen after his three visits. He was sure he would need to go again and talk to the doctor some more. I let him know that we only made three visits, but the doctor would let him come back as many times as he needed until he was all finished talking. His huge smile returned immediately!
Who knew being able to go to therapy could make one little boy so very happy?! Between his happiness and the insurance coverage, I'm thrilled! Let's keep our fingers crossed for some resolve and resolution for Eric, he needs it.
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I believe everyone can benefit from seeing a therapist, or going to counseling. Especially children living in a blended family. Parker and Maddy both saw a counselor on and off- we all actually did/do. Personally, I've learned so much about how and why I parent the way I do- and learned ways to parent better.
Before Aaron and I got married, an older friend told me "the best advice I can give you is to not be afraid of marriage counseling- every couple needs it." And it was the best advice ever!
Yay for therapy! And yay for cute Eric!
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