I am on meds for depression, but am only getting limited results. At the urging of those around me I have agreed to see a therapist. I have huge issues with trust and I am terrified of this! How do I find a good one, and what can I expect?
2006-07-28 09:08:01 · 13 answers · asked by Mel 1 in Health ➔ Mental Health
Go see the therapist, you agreed and that was a huge start. Now don't trust him or her until you feel like doing so. Don't be scared because you're the one controlling what you say and what you don't and when you decide when you will trust them. A good one will not let you go anywhere you don't want to go, until you want to go there. So you see, it's easy because you hold all the cards! have fun!
2006-07-31 15:51:15 · answer #1 · answered by mnbadger78 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First of all, how do you expect anything to change if you keep doing the same things? You have to take risks to get results. The unknown is always worse, so once you meet ANY therapist they'll seem better than what you've built them up to in your mind. I've seen a few and they've all been Wonderful!! What I did was look online for pictures of therapists, then you can just call one who you think looks like they'd probably be really nice and understanding.
2006-07-28 16:16:19 · answer #2 · answered by Molly 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go and see one.
You don't have to talk about anything that you don't want to; in fact, you can spend the whole session "interviewing" the therapist, if you like!
You might not like the first therapist you meet; shop around for one you feel relaxed with.
I think your search will pay off; I've been in treatment for clinical depression for 26 years (no, it can't be cured); because you may be looking at this condition for life, you'll need a hand with it.
Find a partner who can help you in a way that no one else can: a good therapist whom you can trust.
2006-07-28 16:15:22 · answer #3 · answered by silvercomet 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would suggest checking with your local hospital. They should be able to recommend a therapist. But if you really want to find peace in your life I will tell you how. I know you are going to say I don't want preached to I want help. I am not preaching to you. I am going to tell you to just pick up a bible and start reading. Psalms 119 is my favorite. It will bring you much comfort. If you are not a christian, then I want to say to you that God Loves You. Jesus died so that you might live. Talking with him is better that 1000 therapists. He will listen and he will guide you if you give him a chance. I am not against you seeing a therapist. I am sure they can be of much help. I just find that prayer and reading the bible bring me more comfort and happiness than anything I have ever tried in my life. I am 45 years old. I have been a christian since I was 13 years old and I wouldn't trade it for anything. I know sometimes things get you down and you may feel that nothing matters, but you matter. you matter to me and you matter to Jesus. So talk to him, he will help. I Love you.
2006-07-29 22:27:49 · answer #4 · answered by Blessed 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You have to understand therapists see people with extreme problems all day long, so you dont have to be scared! Medication is only helping the symptoms of depression, it will never cure it, you will be on meds for your whole life. The only way to treat depression is to figure out the cause, and deal with it. only professionals can help. Try self help books along with therapy. If you are depressed you need to talk to someone its very important. and will make u feel alot better
2006-07-28 16:14:31 · answer #5 · answered by K D 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I used to be on meds, but I can't afford them anymore. People keep telling me to go the ER, but last time I did that they sued me for $11,000.00
Faith and love only comes to those who god favors. That's why I plan to hang myself tommorow night.
A year ago my ex-girlfriend and I were drinking and fighting. We both had been sober in AA before, but we started drinking together.
Anyway, she left me almost 1 year to the day today. We both went back to AA. Because she's a pretty girl lots of people rallied around her to support. All the men wanted to sleep with her, and some of them convinced her to do it.
She's sober, happy, and has a new boyfriend - my old sponsor. Go figure huh?
I went back the same day. No one shook my hand. No one said hello. No one welcomed me except during the obligitory 'hi bill' at all AA meetings.
I have not made a single friend during the past 3 years. The people who I thought were my friends, are hers. I have no money to pay for counceling nor can I afford any medical attention.
Somehow, the only option I see that will end this pain is to end my life. I plan to hang myself tommorow
maybe god hates you too.
2006-07-28 16:20:32 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Oh that sounds great. Try to find a therapist by recommendation so you will be better able to trust. I think once you start feeling better these feelings will improve.
2006-07-28 16:12:32 · answer #7 · answered by the beleiver 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Lots of people I know go to therapists. They are there to help you - if you don't like the one you get - complain and get another one. Probably need your meds adjusted anyway.
2006-07-28 16:21:24 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
you will be asked about your problems and have a chat with them, they wont judge you or make fun of you, they are there to help and understand your needs. If they are qualified then they are bound to confidentiality
2006-07-28 16:13:11 · answer #9 · answered by calibra2317 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
One thing that helps with depression is exercise. Try it, it works.
2006-07-28 16:11:24 · answer #10 · answered by lynda_is 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋