Morning,
I'm struggling with regards to how I feel when I have my son lately.
I have him every three weeks as I live in Liverpool and he in London, and in this time his mother just alienates me, she has also took to being abusive but that's the norm now.
But when I have him I feel as though I'm picking up someone elses child, it feels as though I'm just paying out a fortune to babysit for someone else. It sounds terrible, but I can't shake it, and it's due to how she makes me feel.
I was wondering if there was any free counselling or services available?
Cheers
Dunc
Hi there
It can be difficult being a long distance parent, and she hasn't made it easy for you for a long time. As far as specific services, I don't know of any, but I'm sure if you spoke to your GP about counselling they may be able to refer you, although there may be a wait before you get to see anyone.
Family Lives have a help line, although I have no experience of their helpfulness.... from their website -
How we can help you
If you would like support and advice, you can talk to one of our Family Support Workers by calling our confidential helpline on 0808 800 2222. You can also share experiences and advice with other parents on our Forums. Family Lives is here for you and you can contact us about any family issue, big or small.
Here's a list of services in your area
http://www.actualitycounselling.co.uk/resources_general.html
All the best
Hi There,
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I agree about going to see your GP, they may be able to offer you some support or give you details of organisations in your area that would be able to help for free or at a reduced cost.
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GTTS