Psychologists

[bakerbarber]

Good luck, best wishes.

It's always best to talk to someone unbiased and "professional" especially if you are experiencing physical withdrawals.

Thing are different then they were years ago. It's great to have family and friends for support, sometimes having someone who is not personal to confide in gives you an avenue to totally vent.

[lxskllr]

Good luck, with whatever path you choose Wicked. My feeling on shrinks is they CAN be helpful, but so can being reflective. I think most people know what the right thing to do is, but some require outside confirmation. I'm dubious of of non involved third parties knowing you better than you know yourself, but you're the best judge of that. Personally, I'd try handling things myself, with the people who know me best. If that didn't work, I'd then try a shrink. I wouldn't let things get out of hand though. If you can't work it out yourself, get outside help.

[WickedKitchen]

I appreciate this support immensely. Thank you all.

I can deal with the withdrawals. It's what has brought me to this place that I don't know how I can get over.

I'm on my second pack of Camel Lights. I'm also alone on a business trip this week.

[rickcharles606]

Good luck WK, quitting something you're addicted to is never easy, but it sounds as if you're on the right track. Sounds as if your wife has been there for you through thick and thin, lean on her. My wife is my best friend and I trust her above all others because I know she loves me. She sometimes tells me things that I don't like hearing, but I need to hear. She knows me better than anyone else, and sometimes better than I know myself. Trust her instincts, and give it a go. Sometimes speaking with someone other than her can be helpful too. Just go in with eyes wide open and work on healing yourself. Most mental health professionals will eventually "work-in" loved ones that are part of your support group, as part of therapy. Good luck!