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Pt 1 of 2 assessments

Patrick

Having turned 50 this year I have just had my first of two assessments having been on the waiting list for approx 12 months. The Dr advised me they are recommending an ASD diagnosis. I am so relieved I feel like I can be my authentic self. How has a formal diagnosis benefitted you? What forms of therapy have you partaken in? Thank you. 

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  • My diagnosis just stopped me taking myself out of being Autistic. I knew well before I went for assessment,  but it’s bought me peace. 
    I am currently doing talking therapy, unrelated to ASD in a round about way. I can’t say it’s been very helpful, but it has highlighted a few things I hadn’t considered before. 
    I had CBT twice while I was awaiting assessment. This to help me motivate myself after an apparent burnout. One of these was helpful.

    I had CBT many years ago for ‘social anxiety’. I did learn a few techniques and change my way of thinking about myself. A therapist you gel with helps everything!

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  • My diagnosis just stopped me taking myself out of being Autistic. I knew well before I went for assessment,  but it’s bought me peace. 
    I am currently doing talking therapy, unrelated to ASD in a round about way. I can’t say it’s been very helpful, but it has highlighted a few things I hadn’t considered before. 
    I had CBT twice while I was awaiting assessment. This to help me motivate myself after an apparent burnout. One of these was helpful.

    I had CBT many years ago for ‘social anxiety’. I did learn a few techniques and change my way of thinking about myself. A therapist you gel with helps everything!

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