Scared Of Therapy

[nay.elizabeth]

I've never liked therapy/counseling/whichever one just prescribes medicine left and right.

I have been burned, hurt and betrayed by too many to ever want to go again. One of them broke confidentiality directly in front of me.

I don't have health insurance so I don't even know if I could get access to therapy. I am currently without a job so I can't do the "pay what you can" route.

Sometimes I think I need it...to better understand myself, to find a grip, to know what I can do. To work through this so I can be a functioning adult again. However, I'm PETRIFIED. I'm scared to "go back" into my memory banks, talk, empty my head. Talking makes it all real.

First, are there government options for those without the funds? I already find the mental health in this country to be quite a joke, considering the past several years, but I know there are good ones out there.

Second, what helped you guys get through it? What finally made you break down and go through therapy? I'm so, so torn on it.

 

[HypnoticallyChaotic]

There are options for those without insurance, you'll need to go to your local government center and apply for medical assistance.

And psychiatrists are the ones that prescribe medication, therapists do therapy work. Both can also provide diagnoses. If you're not seeking meds, try a therapist, but first get on medical assistance.

 

[AngelBby]

For me I have insurance for people with Low income and pays for all of my medical bills. I think you should call a local government center or a directory so that you can find out how to get help. There are options.

I've been dealing with anxiety and depression for a few years now but only last month did I finally feel like I was at my breaking point. I contacted a doctor and she was more than happy to help. I was so nervous but our first few sessions she has made me feel so at ease and comfortable. She recommended me to a psychiatrist also who is the doctor to subscribe medications. Therapist don't. It is your choice whether or not you want to see a psychiatrist.

In therapy you only have to go at your own pace. It's all your choice. Good Luck!

 

[RavenGirl]

@nay.elizabeth , I finally broke down and went to therapy after I told a friend and my husband about my childhood abuse. I had noticed I was more shakey, anxious, crying more (even when I was happy), having memory problems, short tempered, etc I just wasn't myself. I had actually kept it in for 35yrs, I had no plans of ever telling anyone ever! As hard as it is, I've found as I let more and more of my past out I feel a weight lifted off my shoulders. Yes it's hard and makes me anxious to talk about with my T, but I always feel better when I do and my life is better for it. I hope this helps.

 

[dnp]

Check out the Medicaid and Obamacare subsidies for insurance. You can also try calling around and negotiating for lower prices if you pay in cash. There are also online options that are cheaper.

I had a bad experience with therapy too and it put me off therapy for a long time, which was really bad as I ended up shutting down completely. After that I decided I would only schedule one appointment at a time to try them out. If they try to pressure you for more, screw 'em. If you feel uncomfortable during the first appointment, don't go further. I think you will know whether the therapist is right for you.