i (18F switch)... was not often given encouragement growing up. it has turned into a huge praise kink and a need for reassurance, especially as I'm heading into the community with no experience. As a sub, saying I have a praise kink will often elicit reassurance and being called a good girl, which I absolutely crave. but as a domme I can still be unsure of myself and need the same reassurance and encouragement. I'm trying to see the different ways that can manifest itself in different subs, but I don't know how to express that I need to hear that to feel like I'm not failing someone as a domme. How do I communicate this, and is this something I personally need to work on? Also, is it normal for doms to also have praise kinks and how can they be catered to?

edit: yes, I'm in therapy. but it's not a one stop shop and I am still very much struggling as I still experience a lack of genuine support from those I need it from.