This could just be me but having a mental health problem often leaves me feeling quite guilty. Here are a few of my guilty feelings:-

Others suffered worse but don't seem to have these problems!

I think: When I think back to when my problems began I don't think that my childhood was anywhere near as bad as some of the other children that I had come across. So, it seems odd that my life should grind to a halt.

Therapist says: Most people have positive and negative experiences during life and use both sets of experiences during their life. Although your experiences may not have been as bad as other peoples it might be that my lack of positive experiences has left you with mostly the negative experiences on to help you through life.

I say: I accept that this is possible but I still feel very guilty.

I've grown up now why should my childhood still affect me so much?

I think: I am in my thirties now and yet my childhood experiences still very much shape my behavior. It seems to me that in some ways I have yet to grow up. 

Therapist says:  That seems perfecty reasonable considering the experiences you have had. 

I say:  It might be reasonable but it still makes me feel guilty.

Other people suffer from depression and anxiety but still manage to carry on with life!

I think: Since telling people about my problems I have come across countless other people who have suffered or are suffering from depression and anxiety. The majority of these people get on with their lives without having to take months off of work.

Therapist says:  Nothing! Actually, I didn't mention this one to the therapist but I reckon who would have said something along the lines of... You carried on for many years and have been quite successful. Few of the people in your past would have been aware of your mental state and I would imagine that they think you are getting along fine and doing well.

I say:  Yes, I know but I still feel guilty.

Hmmm, think I'm going to have to do something about feeling guilty.