Did anyone else have a terrible experience with therapy?

I get so fed up with all the people recommending therapy or meditation. I've only ever had either a neutral or negative experience with traditional talk therapy. And meditation makes me more anxious. I would just like some alternative suggestions. I personally had a good experience with acupuncture, rolfing, and massage. I would like to try reiki to see what that's about. I'm also curious about EDMR.

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AmbivalentFriability · 26-30

It is really difficult to find a therapist that is a good fit for you. I finally found a really really good one on my 4th try.

It's great that you are interested in exploring more ways you can help yourself, wish I had some things to suggest.

Actually, one thing I had once considered was Somatic therapy. Here's an article if you're interested

https://www.verywellmind.com/what-is-somatic-therapy-5190064

blindbob · 41-45

@AmbivalentFriability Yes, I've been looking into somatic therapy, butI have had a lot of difficulty finding alternative therapies. Even just going the health and wellness center route has turned into a headache when dealing with insurance.