if i want to talk to someone about my problems who should i talk to....?

Question

i dotn know the difference between therapist shrink and all the other things i just want to talk to someone about my problems with life and i dont want them to be able to put me on medications who do i talk to?

Answer 1

You can talk to a therapist if you have the money or the insurance for this. Even if you go to a shrink you are not force for medications. There are individual therapist, group therapist and family therapist. You need to find out first what do you need, some shrinks offer therapy if you are on medications but you really dint need to take meds if you don't need them or don't want them. We all need someone to talk to but we don't want to involve other people with our problems like friends or family members.

Answer 2

Sometimes, some of the best people to talk to are those already around you, and don't charge anything. A best friend can sometimes help, just by being there to let you vent.

Also, your local church of your choice as a pastor, preacher, reverend, father, rabbi, etc that has not only trained for many years, but has had many years experience helping with issues. At least its worth a try before you spend a lot of money with a therapist.

Also, look for area support groups that specialize in that issue. There are litterally dozens of support groups in most larger cities that meet together just for those issues, such as child raising, spousal issues, financial issues, anger, depression, lonelyness, etc. And if you find one you don't like, don't go back and find another.

Finally, don't be afraid to speak with your family doctor. Let him know what is going on and ask his advise.

Answer 3

In the state of New York, there is no legal criterion to be a therapist. My gerbal could be a therapist.

A "shrink" is not a technical term, but it usually means a psychiatrist - someone who usually prescribes drugs.

No one can FORCE you to take drugs unless you are institutionalized, and that won't happen unless they are convinced you are a danger to yourself or others. If they do, the least that will happen is that you will be held for psychiatric evaluation for 72 hours.

So, talk to anyone you like. Talk to a friend or family member.

If you want a professional but don't want to take meds, talk to a psychologist.

I've seen a great deal of success with Dianetics. You can go to www.dianetics.org to find a center near you.

I can't do anything more without more information, so write me if you need anything more.

Answer 4

Go to the local Mental health Organization and get an intake interview. You can get hooked up with a Counselor, Therapist, Care Coordinator or even a Case Manager to speak with.

If you don't have insurance they charge on a sliding scale commensurate with your income.

Answer 5

Hi

I would think that the best person to speak to would be a therapist/counselor. They cannot offer medications, but they have the best advice around.

It is worth a try. I love my therapist and cant imagine where I would be today with out her.

Take Care

Answer 6

Talk to a therapist, the shrink is for meds.

Answer 7

therapist and shrink are the same. okay the only difference is between psychiatrist and psychologist. one can give medication and the other can't.

Answer 8

Talk to a friend or close family member. They truly care what is going on with you. But really let them know whats going on. You will feel much better. Good luck my friend.
















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Answer 9

a therapist. Don't settle for one that doesn't click with you. Remember you are interviewing them too.

Answer 10

You don't have to be "crazy" to see a therepist/counselor. They are kind and caring and really help you out :) I hope things get better for you.