Recently I was introduced to my mom's friend (she's like 45 but young at heart) and she's very easy to talk to. She talk a lot, but is also a very good listener. She has gone through a fuck ton in her life, like unbelievably hard shit and she was basically on her own from the age of 14. Her life was turned around though, she has so many accomplishments and certifications. She has helped so many people.

Recently I've been talking with her since she is helping me find a job. She has become like a friend and I enjoy talking to her (I'm 21 and have two friends that I talk to maybe a few times a month). Today we were on the phone figuring out some stuff and she asked me how I've been. I spilt the beans and told her honestly it has been an emotional rollercoaster. That led to talking about some other stuff and then she told me that one of her certifications is a counselor. She told me if I wanted we could meet twice a month or even once a week if I wanted, just to talk. Said we could go down to the lake to talk, just stay in, or whatever.

I really really appreciate her offer and I think I am going to take her up on it. I've been wanting to get a therapist for a while, just to work through so shit that has been going on for the past 5 or so years of my life, and she's sorta lie that right? I already know she gives me good advice and is a great listener so why not.

I'm kind of ashamed to tell my parents that I need a therapist (I live with them and I don't have a license so they drive me places when I can't find a ride) so this is the next best thing. I kind of ashamed to tell anyone really, even my boyfriend. I know their is nothing to be embarrassed or ashamed of, but I just am.

So here goes nothing. Maybe after I'm talking to her for a bit I'll get actual counseling idk. I just figure it'll be a little easier talking to her than someone I have to pay to listen to my problems and anxieties