It probably won’t surprise you to learn that, along with fertility treatments, often come emotional issues. And it makes perfect sense, as this can be a highly-charged issue for most individuals and couples.
That’s one of the reasons it’s important to seek out therapy during the experience. But what kind of infertility counselor should you choose? And how will you know when it’s the right fit?
Below are some considerations to ponder when you’re moving forward with fertility treatments and wish to have an infertility counselor help you along the way.
1. The term “infertility counselor” doesn’t mean someone with a Ph.D. or intensive schooling.
“Infertility counselors” may not be psychiatrists or having much training. In fact, they can be counselors, consultants and/or coaches who simply have a passion for this area. That doesn’t make them better or worse; it’s just something about which you need to be aware.
2. There are infertility counselors that work via telephone, so geography isn’t necessarily a huge problem.
In our cyber era, it’s not uncommon to have therapists, consultants and coaches working remotely with clientele. If you’re comfortable with that kind of an Internet-based arrangement, you can broaden your search for the “right” person beyond your geography.
3. Plenty of fertility clinics have infertility counselors on staff or infertility counselors whom they recommend.
If you’re already working with a fertility specialist, ask him or her for recommendations in terms of infertility counselors.
4. Even if your partner doesn’t want to undergo infertility counseling, it doesn’t mean you shouldn’t do it for yourself.
If your significant other eschews the idea of infertility counseling, go by yourself. There’s nothing wrong with protecting your mental health, despite his or her desires that run counter to your needs.
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