What do I do about having severe depression?

Question

who do I go see?
does insurance cover therapy?

Answer 1

FIRST KNOW THAT YOU CAN GET WELL. I HAVE CHRONIC MAJOR RE-OCCURRING DEPRESSION. I HAVE BEEN STABLE NOW SINCE 1997, WITH THE CONTINUOUS USE OF MEDS AND THERAPY.YOU NEED TO CONSULT BOTH A PSYCHIATRIST AND A THERAPIST. THERE ARE NO MAGIC PILLS TO MAKE YOU WELL.IF YOU MUST TAKE MEDS YOU NEED TO TAKE ALONG WITH GOING TO THERAPY. THERAPY SHOULD ALWAYS BE THE PRIMARY COURSE OF TREATMENT IN YOUR TREATMENT PLAN.IF YOU ARE UNSURE WHERE TO START CONTACT YOUR LOCAL MENTAL HEALTH CLINIC OR CENTER.TELL THEM YOU NEED AN EVALUATION QUICKLY. THEY WILL HELP WALK YOU THUR UNDERSTANDING WHAT IS AND IS NOT COVERED BY YOUR INSURANCE.

Answer 2

Well you can start with your primary doctor and they can recomend you to a therapist this also might help in getting your insurance to cover costs if your dr recommends you. You'll have to check with your insurace comp. to see whats covered in ur policy. I like to add many ppl have mentioned medication and since from the sound of it this is your first time dealing with depression most drs are quick to dish out the drugs but this isn't always the answer. Try confronting whats making you depressed and alternative methods such as meditation corny as it sounds it can work. Also a little warning a lots of the drugs they perscribe for depression are addictive or have harsh side effects and can even have the opposite effect and and make you more depressed. Mainly my advise would be to be well informed if ur dr recommends meds be annoying and ask lots of questions and be sure of what you're getting no matter how good the dr many fall into the trap of over medicating when it come to mental health. Also if you need help now NAMi has a very good help line they're a non-profit org. thats helps anyone. There toll free line is 1-800-950-6264. They also have a great website simply do a search on NAMI to find it.

Answer 3

Better see a doctor. Depression effects the whole body, in some ways you would never think. Your family doctor can help with meds, anti-depressants. Try to spend some time outdoors, keep busy. Depression can be a life long battle but can be treated. Therapy could also help and I would think that almost every insurance plan would cover it if it were medically neccessary. Check with your carrier before you go though so your not stuck with a huge bill.

Answer 4

thereapy usually falls under something different, so unless your insurance covers "mental health" issues, then therapy would not be covered...
however the meds that they put you on would be covered if your insurance has a presciption coverage plan ...
there are many places you can go to or call... if money is tight, or you have no insurance, call your local health department. even if you have insurance they can give you the info you need to seek help...
also.. dont put it off... severe depression is gravely serious... no pun intended...
check your local white pages... usually in the front somewhere they give phone numbers of agencies that can assist you..
if you have insurance you can contact your insurance company, they can also help you as far as explaining coverage, and usually they can find a local number of someone to call for help....

Answer 5

Some insurance plans do offer mental health coverage. If yours doesn't, see if your employer offers an EAP (employee assistance program). This will enable you to see a therapist for a limited number of times for free. I have suffered from depression, and saw a therapist for it. My insurance had a copay of $15 a visit. Even if you don't have any coverage to see a therapist, do get yourself on medication. Your regular doctor can put you on something like Prozac or Zoloft. Some self-help books to read may be worthwhile. Also, eat healthy and exercise a lot. Keep yourself busy, clean house, cook, etc. Best of luck to you. :o)

Answer 6

Your first stop should be to go and see your doctor who can prescribe medication and/or therapy. Not too sure about insurance though, you would have to read through the paperwork or contact your insurance provider.

Good luck and hope you feel better soon xx

Answer 7

go see a psychiatrist that is covered by your insurance. most insurance cover only certain amounts of psychiatrist visits. if they give you meds...then you will need to check back with them every so often so they can see how you are doing. if you are suicidal at this moment then go to the nearest stress center which will be located at a hospital. most stress centers are covered by insurances.

Answer 8

A psychiatrist would be your best bet. And as far as insurance, you should check your policy to see if it covers it.

Answer 9

Depending on your insurance...yes and see a doc for medication.

Answer 10

the doctor!! they can always recommend a therapist who is reasonable or doesn't use insurance at all (rare in my parts!), and maybe get you started on a drug regimen if necessary.