I have been having feelings of anxiety & depression the past few weeks, but I don't have enough money to see anyone on a regular basis right now. Not having enough $$ for basic needs also makes me even more anxious & depressed. I haven't had anything really bad happen or done anything to myself or anything, but I'm really sick of feeling uncomfortable for 'seemingly' no reason. Even being around people I know doesn't seem to help, it just makes me feel more uneasy that I feel this way in general & the 'fear' that they know something's up, even though they probably don't, if that makes sense. Besides self-help books & exercise, which I'm doing, what are my best options?
2007-01-10 07:19:32 · 7 answers · asked by justanothergirl 2 in Health ➔ Mental Health
These are the 3 most common ways for people to get help:
Look in the front section of your local phone book. In our area the phone number for United Way is "211". United Way is like a clearinghouse for a ton of community resources. United Way is free and totally confidential. Just tell the customer service rep that you are interested in counseling with a licensed psychologist or therapist (one that specializes in treating Anxiety and Depression, maybe:) that will see you based on your income. They will give you a list of services in your area.
Also, try State Adult Medicaid program in your area. It will be ran by your County when searching for the phone number. Usually, if you don't qualify, they will refer to a clinic or services that will see you based on your income.
If you're working, most employers have an Employee Assistance Program Tollfree Number (usually called an EAP or EAR). This service is also free and Totally confidential. You will have a set number or sessions at no charge and they will also give you a list of resources in your community for counseling low cost and income based. If you are not working but have a relative or friend who is, most EAP/EAR programs allow a friend or relative of the employee to use the program, if that friend or relative's life affects the employee's life.
Glad to see you're taking such a proactive approach. Good for you! So many suffer needlessly not realizing help is available...you won't be one of them!
Best to you...Hope this helps.
2007-01-10 07:59:58 · answer #1 · answered by ... 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hello, You should confirm with your insurance. Like the others stated, some insurance plans cover mental health charges, some don't. I suggest you make sure about the coverage before you proceed in seeing a psychologist and if you are concerned about charges. Yes, the appointment charges can be high. So, check first. Hope it helps! Good luck and take care!
2016-05-23 05:33:32 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If there is a university or college around your area you might want to consider contacting their pyschology department as a lot of university psychology departments also have a clinic where proffessors that are psychologists as well as students studying to become psychologists work in a clinical setting providing therapy for clients. The fees are usually either very low(like $10 a session) or on a sliding scale. Good luck!
2007-01-10 10:28:37 · answer #3 · answered by Aly 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
There are some places out there that can work with you on a sliding scale. Bascially they charge you some of what you make. When I went it was free since I only worked 20 hours a week.
I actually signed up for a study on depression and anxiety, and when I went for the study, they had a strong feeling that I had biploar and I wouldn't be eligable for the study, so they set me up with a Dc that could help me. But you can call your County's Mental Health line and they can give you the info you need.
2007-01-10 07:51:16 · answer #4 · answered by MentalCaseMaggot 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I do not know if it available in your area, but you might try contacting your local United Way. They have a program called Family Services, and while they do not actually have a clinical psychologist, they do have liscensed theripists on staff, and can get you started with therapy. They charge based on your income, and can also find you a clinical psychologist that can see you also based on your income. Again, if it is available in your area. Also, local DHHR offices often times have a list of psychologists that can offer pro bono services or services that are income based, as well as county health departments in most states. It may seem like a lot of legwork to find yourself a good doctor, but once you finally find yourself a good one that you are comfortable with you will be happy you did it. Good luck to you.
2007-01-10 10:29:16 · answer #5 · answered by stacijo531 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Some mental health clinics have assistance for low income people. I think that it is a sliding scale depending on household income vs number of people in the house. It's worth checking out! Good luck!
2007-01-10 07:29:13 · answer #6 · answered by Dark Star 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Contact your county's department of mental health services. They will get you seen by a doctor.
2007-01-10 07:24:17 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋