My family and I have come to the conclusion that we absolutely cannot afford therapy...at all. I am in desperate need of it. I'm sure people will suggest going to a free school counselor-but can i really tell my bizarre problems to them? I have checked out self-help books, but I have no time to read them because of school. Just please keep in mind that we have NO extra money for this. What can I do?
2006-10-13 04:52:55 · 20 answers · asked by kid_at_heart 3 in Health ➔ Mental Health
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Natural Highs or Things That Will Help Make You Feel Good! Think about them one at a time before going on to the next one. It does make you feel good, especially the thought at the end #45.
1. Falling in love.
2. Laughing so hard your face hurts.
3. A hot shower.
4. No lines at the supermarket.
5. A special glance.
6. Getting a card or letter in the mail
7. Taking a drive on a pretty road.
8. Hearing your favorite song on the radio.!
9. Lying in bed listening to the rain outside.
10. Hot towels fresh out of the dryer.
11. Chocolate milkshake (vanilla or strawberry).
12. A bubble bath.
13. Giggling
14. A good conversation.
15. The beach
16. Finding a 20 dollar bill in your coat from last winter.
17. Laughing at yourself.
18. Looking into someones eyes and knowing that they Love you
19. Midnight phone calls that last for hours.
20. Running through sprinklers.
21. Laughing for absolutely no reason at all.
22. Having someone tell you that you're beautiful.
23. Laughing at an inside joke
24. Friends.
25. Accidentally overhearing someone say something nice about you.
26. Waking up and realizing you still have a few hours left to sleep.
27. Your first kiss (either the very first or with a new partner).
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29 Playing with a new puppy or kitten.
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2006-10-14 03:16:20 · answer #1 · answered by Sue 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Call the department of public health and ask them where you can get free child psychology therapy.
Why don't you start by telling YA your bizarre problems? You might find that they aren't really that bizarre or you might hear from someone who has the same problems and what they did about it.
Your best bet is to call PH or your pediatrician. Tell the receptionist your age and that you need to speak privately on the phone with your doctor. The receptionist probably won't be all that bright so stick to your guns and insist on speaking with the doctor. The nurse would be a second choice and a bright one will actually be helpful.
2006-10-13 04:59:47 · answer #2 · answered by OU812 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
properly - all us neurotics imagine this at times. all of us word the HIGHS and LOWS and confirm that we are crazier than a bedbug. yet regularly that's no longer so. enable's wish that's no longer so besides. Bipolar is a terrible ailment - a utter ruination of people's lives. yet maximum each and every man or woman is backyard-form neurotics - meaning we've repressed thoughts of anger, rage and worry. this promises a number of highs and lows. Niacin probable gained't help - you would elect to hit upon a psychologist you do not ought to pay for - a loose sanatorium or some thing. Or shop notes and bypass over them with a chum.
2016-10-16 04:46:27 · answer #3 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are all kinds of places that can help you. Go online and starting looking where you live what type of support groups there are. If I knew what was wrong with you I could do more. Why not get a job if you really need to go see someone one on one. Some county's offer free visits. Just do some research
2006-10-13 06:19:48 · answer #4 · answered by lee 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Is there any free help in your community? Most do have free mental heath care for ones who can,t afford it.
Start writing down your thoughts and write until your tired.
Talk to a church official.
What ever the problem go to the local library and get books about it and research on line -get educated about it.
These are some things that you can do to help.
2006-10-13 05:35:43 · answer #5 · answered by ~♥ L ♥~ 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Check around in your town and surrounding areas. There are usually places to get free therapy for those that qualify. You can meet with a licensed therapist that just happens to do pro bono work out of kindness. They are out there you just have to put forth a little effort to find them. Good luck!!!! And remember where there's a will there's a way.
2006-10-13 04:59:06 · answer #6 · answered by Laura D 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
A school counselor is a trained professional and if they do not have the skills to help you, they may know where you can get help. Also, there are places that give help for no fees, which they may be able to help them.
Another option would be to check w/ your local churches, many clergymen are trained to do family counseling and do it for no charges.
2006-10-13 05:24:42 · answer #7 · answered by melonamc 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I suppose you could call a family health center and ask them. Either way depending on what those "bizarre" problems are you could get involuntarily committed. (Or whoever you are talking to could convince you parents to have you committed for a couple of weeks. Which will probably happen if that's what the person you're talking to wants. ) Be careful who you go to for these things.
2006-10-13 05:07:49 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you truly need help, you will make it a priority by making time for the necessary books and going to free counselling. Most schools have counsellors available. If you truly felt healing your psyche were a priority, you'd get a job to pay for it.
If you're really suffering and you want help, you'll find a way to get it. Otherwise, you may not need/want help as much as you indicate. Your actions or inactions don't support what you're saying. Such a disconnect may belie your intent.
I'm shocked that your family is so unsupportive, if you need help, it seems they would be doing everything to help.
I get a sense there's something you're not saying here.
2006-10-13 05:07:59 · answer #9 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Find a nice church (that won't hit you over the head with the Bible) and talk to the pastor. Our church also has elders that like to help members with problems. If the problem is more serious, they can refer you to a pro and maybe help with the expenses. I have found our small church to be like an extended family. Everyone knows everyones problems since we talk about them and pray for each other.
If you are Catholic, many find the sacrament of Confession to be like receiving counseling. Many priests, although not married, are well-versed in human problems. Also, you can choose to talk to the priest face-to-face or in the privacy of the confessional.
2006-10-13 05:01:29 · answer #10 · answered by j s 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋