Discussion [Poll] Are you receiving therapy/ professional MH care?

[6486159051]

I think if my therapist/counsellor had my specific problem, they would also be suicidal

(And they know it)

(But they won't admit it)

And so therapy doesn't feel useful for me

it's really horrifying because society points to counselling as first solution but it's also a last solution so if it doesn't work for you... then you're a little fucked because family/friends really can't deal with your pain (nor should they have to: I regret the times I openly discussed my struggles because it just makes everyone sad)

 

[dannycho]

Therapy doesn't work for me and I've had terrible reactions to almost medication except stimulants (for the most part).

 

[soullessnes]

Won't be able to open up to someone, so therapy does not work for me. And I know my problem which is nearly Impossible to resolve. Once my only person worth living is gone, I don't think I can live on in endless pain, sadness and loneliness.

 

[TeaHealer]

I did multiple doctors for therapy, but before there could be a follow up for medication and get completely diagnosed — I wasn't allowed because of my age back then is considered to be everchanging and my 'gloominess' can potentially go away in due time.

It never did. I'm not seeking help that desperately anymore when I did change at some point, just trying to heal on my own.

 

[Vesiira]

Only medication from my psychiatrist. I can't handle counseling at the moment because I don't want to talk about any of it out loud. Have to look at someone while saying it. Getting feedback. I just write it down now to get it out. However, the constant worry about trying a medication and it not working is hell in itself since that does happen.

 

[PainWorseThanDeath]

Decided to start an antidepressant, much as I hated to... took a couple weeks but... I feel pretty decent. Still having occasional minor moments of fear and panic, but they're rather muted at least.

Not going to stay on this for too long, just until I clear these hurdles, so to speak.

The fear and sadness are now quite managble, and facing what I am, it makes sense to use a crutches, just for now.

 

[mistysmile966]

Somewhat, life gets in the way and I have not been able to find the support I need.

 

[CatsMeow]

No - tried therapy and medication but it didn't help

I've had therapy, had medication, been to hospitals. I've changed meds (escitalopram to sertraline) because they made me horrid. On the latter one i was nearly on for a year but didn't work except for anxiety, I asked my doctor for new ones yet he declined. I've gotten kicked out from the hospital (after waiting for hours for help) in the middle of the night so I've had to walk back home. I don't really believe any professional cares enough to help

 

[blood...]

yes but it did not help me in any way