Okay so I've come to terms with the fact that I have a complex (see previous question asked for details) and that it wouldn't be a half-bad idea to seek some counceling. Problem is that I'm not sure what kind of doctor/therapist/councelor I should be seeking out for medical help. My friend, who is a psychology major at the same college I go to, suggested that I see a psychotherapist. My mother, on the other hand, has suggested that any doctor along these lines could help. So what kind of help exactly should I seek? I'm not really too informed on the whole psychotherapist thing and when I looked it up, it just made me more confused. This kind of seems over the top to me and even a bit much, know what I mean? So am I just being paranoid?? Also, I'm already on meds for other things so I'm looking for a strictly non-pharmacutical treatment...is this the type of pychological help I should be looking for??
2006-09-19 12:56:24 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Social Science ➔ Psychology
Okay so the reason I'm ruling out medicine is because I'm already on anti-depressants for a completely different matter (other than this complex I seemed to have formed). I just don't want to over-medicate on the same thing, you know? My depression is taken care of with my meds and now that the cloud has been lifted because of that and the fact that I went through counceling for chemical dependency, I can now look at other big flaws that I want to correct. I've come a long way and I just want to continue to get better.
Also...I don't have any self-esteem problems or anything like that. I'm an only child so I've always been okay with myself. I like myself, I love myself, I can make myself laugh, and I have no image problems. I'm genuinely okay with who and what I am. Problem is that I genuinely want to date and get to know people and open up to all that good stuff again, but I get to a certain point with a guy and everything shuts off...I see this as my problem.
2006-09-19 15:31:18 · update #1
You have issues with self-respect and self-confidence, or basically your self-worth, and you have a fear of revealing these flaws (or what you see as flaws) to others, and you back off when the fear that they may discover these flaws overcomes your desire to move ahead with a relationship.
You don't need psychoanalysis or expensive psychotherapy. You just need some psychological counseling where you can talk over this situation with someone who may be able to help you discover what these self-assessments actually are (as they are part of your subconscious or unconscious mind and not readily accessible).
You can be helped to discover when these opinions of yourself were formed, how they were formed, and why. And especially whether they have any validity. The techniques used are not complicated and basically involve pulling up clues as to what these masked memories consist of.
Talking it over with an intelligent listener is half the battle. Make sure it's someone you can talk to, and not someone who you force to gain your trust before you will deal with them either.
2006-09-19 13:22:15 · answer #1 · answered by Grist 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I did not read the previous question to better answer your response. It appears as though you have anxiety. I’d seek either an MFT (Marriage and Family Therapist), an LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) or a Psychologist. Each of them are Psychotherapists. Each of them should be able to assist you with the help that you are looking for.
2006-09-19 21:38:00 · answer #2 · answered by Themanshow 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your insurance should have a list of providers that accept your type of insurance. I would go with a psychologist. You could also try a licensed social worker or a licensed practicing counselor. It is hard sometimes to find a therapist you like. You have to keep on trying until you find one that works for you.
A medical doctor can't help you with issues that you don't want to take medication for. They aren't trained in psychotherapy which is what you need. Good luck!
2006-09-19 22:06:21 · answer #3 · answered by prettyinpunkk 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
#1 dont rule out meds cuz u dont know the cause of of ur issue
#2 psychotherapy is a joke
# just go to ur General dr and tell him ur issues and he will put u on the path to getting in contact in a therapist
2006-09-19 21:06:51 · answer #4 · answered by lex1979x 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would suggest you start with an LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor). They are more knowledgeable that a psychologist, and almost as smart as a psychiatrist (and are generally more affordable than either!)
2006-09-19 21:24:56 · answer #5 · answered by Hammer 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i would say to talk to a tharapist or a counselor. basically all you do is talk to them and they help you find ways to imporve yourself. and sometimes you can find places, like where im from its called mission granbury, that you pay the counselor based on what ur income is. i go c mine every week, and my family pays nothing. VERY helpful really.
2006-09-19 22:17:33 · answer #6 · answered by darknesslover_2009 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It you're not sure where to do I'd suggest on line counselling. Secondly do ask your doctor and he/she will refer you to someone. Good luck
2006-09-19 21:21:51 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
if you have a family doctor go there if not go to where you get your meds for help they should know whats best.
2006-09-19 20:03:04 · answer #8 · answered by lcayote 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go to your local GP,tell them that you may have this little problem
and where (if any )should you go for assistance ..this would be right place to start
2006-09-19 20:08:50 · answer #9 · answered by Vivian X 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
talk to a counsellor and go from there....they will help you and if they cant they will lead you in th right derection
2006-09-19 20:00:56 · answer #10 · answered by Marg N 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋