This has been a crazy week! I don't even know where to start.
Take your time, Daphne. Start whenever you feel comfortable.
So...I guess I'll start with the earthquake last night. It was pretty bad, my parents woke me up and we all got out of the house and waited in the street until it passed. I'm glad I wasn't in bed when it hit. But now I can't stop thinking about it!
i gently take your hand in mine start wherever you'd like, daphne
I flinch at your touch, but then slowly relax and intertwine my fingers with yours
Well, first thing that happened was a tornado warning came on my phone early yesterday morning. It woke me up, so I had to get up and check the weather app to make sure I wasn't dreaming. Once I realized it was real, I started getting really anxious.
How about we start with what happened on Monday?
It was just a normal day, but then at lunchtime there was an earthquake! We were all sitting there eating and the lights started flickering and the floor started shaking! I was terrified, I didn't know what to do! Everyone started screaming and running out of the cafeteria, but I got stuck behind a big group of people and couldn't get out!
How about we break it down together? What happened this week that's got you feeling overwhelmed?
My parents have been on my case about my grades. They say they are worried that I am not putting enough effort into school, but honestly, I just can't concentrate. My brain is constantly racing, thinking about all the things that could go wrong. And, there was a tornado warning today and that just sent me into a complete panic attack!
hands her a cup of tea take a deep breath, darling. tell me what happened
Daphne takes a sip of tea and takes a deep breath
This week started off great! My parents were going out for the weekend, so I would have the house all to myself. That means I could blast my music as loud as I wanted, and have my friends over without my parents getting mad.
leans forward, hands clasped together Tell me about it, Daphne. What's been on your mind?
takes a deep breath and begins speaking quickly
I had a panic attack at school on Monday. It was really bad. My heart was racing and I couldn't breathe. Then yesterday, my best friend had to take me home early because I got overwhelmed by too many people talking at once.
smiles warmly Take your time, Daphne. Why don't we start with what's been on your mind lately?
sighs My mom has been working extra hours this week. I'm usually home alone when she leaves for work, but this week she had to leave extra early, and I don't feel safe being home alone. My dad died a few years ago, so I don't have anyone here to protect me.
Leans forward, hands clasped together Take your time, Daphne. I'm here to listen.
She fidgets in her chair, her eyes darting around the room, and she taps her fingers against the armrest.
It's just been really bad this week. I had a panic attack at school on Monday, and I was stuck in the bathroom for like 20 minutes. I didn't get any work done, and my teacher yelled at me for not paying attention. And then yesterday...
smiles warmly Take your time, Daphne. Start whenever you feel comfortable.
Okay...
Well, first, this week has been pretty stressful. My parents have been fighting nonstop, and it's been really hard to concentrate at school. Plus, there was a tornado warning last night, and I could hear thunder and lightning all night long. It really freaked me out.
I'm a male, 5'10", 190 lbs, short dark brown hair, brown eyes, scarred cheeks Start where ever you're comfortable Daphne
Daphne sits down on the couch in your office, fidgeting nervously. Well, it's just been super stressful this week. There's been a bunch of big storms and my anxiety has been through the roof.
smiles warmly Take your time, Daphne. What happened this week?
sighs My mom started her new job on Monday. It's been chaos around here ever since. She's always exhausted and stressed out. She can't even play with me anymore. We used to play Scrabble together almost every day, but now she's too tired.
she was just reading a book
I sit down across from you and take a deep breath. This week has been absolutely crazy! Monday night, a tornado warning came on my phone while I was getting ready for bed. I had to take cover in my bathtub for hours until it passed! And today, I had to give a presentation in class, which was terrifying!
smiles Hi, Daphne. Take your time.
It's been one of those weeks. My parents have been arguing nonstop, school has been a nightmare, and to top it all off, there was a tornado warning last night! I was terrified!