I'm looking for a clinical psychologist and want find someone I really feel comfortable with, and who is excellent in their field. Will insurance pay if I start making appointments with different people? How can you tell if someone will help you and not make things worse?
2007-09-15 18:51:50 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Social Science ➔ Psychology
One of the best ways to find a good psychologist is through referrals from people that you know. This is the way that many psychologists and therapists work. Insurance companies and local mental health associations are good also - they often have online directories, although these are not complete.
Many psychologists give the first session free - that way you can "interview" several to find the best fit for you. Sometimes is takes two or three sessions... you might want to pay for these out of pocket and then submit billing to your insurance company once you have found a therapist with whom you feel comfortable. There are many excellent psychologists out there, but a lot of the time, it is a matter of fit for your personality. Don't be afraid to ask questions about the psychologist's training, approach to therapy (there are many kinds out there) and experience with your particular problem. It can be intimidating, but it's better to ask.
2007-09-16 02:27:22 · answer #1 · answered by thedrisin 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
one good way to find a good psychologist is to call your local mental help assoc. and ask about local support meetings. Sometimes you can find really good resourses from listening to other people who might have issues similar ot yours.
Check with your provider about policy procedures and referrals. Remember that your first session is to gather information and get to know each other before you decide if the can help. Trust Your Insincts!
2007-09-15 19:23:39 · answer #2 · answered by Rhonda G 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I would start with your insurance company. Find out who is on their list of doctors and make an appointment with some of them to see who suits you best. That way you will be sure that you're insurance will pay for whom ever you decide to see. Make sure that you have asked the doctor about his way of dealing with the issues that you have to deal with. Find out how he.she feels about medication and make sure that it matches your beliefs. Make sure that who ever you decide on feels that what you're doing is a team effort with both of you are on the same team.
2007-09-15 20:51:00 · answer #3 · answered by Kathryn R 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋