Diagnosis

Ladybug met the new therapist last week. 

I am more impressed with her now.  She did research on her own to see if there is anybody in the area that is more qualified to help us.  I like that.  It makes me more confident that she is the right person.  I also like that again she validated what I was going through.  She was concerned about the school counselor workshop.  She was concerned that the school refused to entertain the idea of an IEP.  But most importantly, Ladybug liked her.  And she is excited about going back to see her.  She was comfortable talking to her alone.  I don't know how things went exactly.  We have another appointment scheduled for next week.  The counselor said we would talk after that.  And she also said, "I got some interesting things from her."  It still feels like we are on the right path.

And today I met with the psychiatrist.  I am considering the option of medication.  I am open to it if it is the right decision.  I am not interested in it if it is the easy decision.  One meeting.  She still needs to meet Ladybug.  She has talked to me.  She has talked to the therapist (same practice).  She has reviewed all the notes.  She is concerned that Ladybug may have an attachment issue.  Finally.  She is also concerned about possible ADHD and rage issues.  As she put it, "It really as if your daughter refuses to allow herself be parented."

Yep, that about sums it up.

Mean Mama