Chapter 36: Cassidy

##Chapter 36: Cassidy

Book One: Stay

"It's been two weeks since I last saw you, tell me how everything is going." Dr. Thompson skims over her notes before her gaze settles on mine.

I draw in a steady breath and silently marvel at my answer. "It's been good." My mind tumbles over the past couple of weeks before reiterating, "It's actually been really good."

When was the last time I could say that?

It feels like forever.

Six months ago, I'd been teetering on the brink of depression and feeling anxious most of the time.

Her lips lift into a smile. "And school? That's going well?"

"I've still got straight A's. I'm going to talk to a couple of my professors about changing my courses for next semester. I need something more challenging. What I'm enjoying most is my Psych class. The subject matter is so interesting." I pause before admitting the path I've been considering. "I'm thinking about changing my major to Psychology, and maybe going into counseling."

A thoughtful expression crosses he