Posted by alanjacobs on November 1, 2006, at 6:17:00
In reply to Re: FInding a Doctor, posted by Dinah on October 30, 2006, at 9:13:55
Well if you find it let me know. I am def goign through some hypomania right now and its seems making the appointment may be a trigger. I never really noticed a trigger so clear. Anyway I dont have an issue leaving if she sucks but I will be open and openminded, makes no sense other wise. I just gave you that history so you would understand. Also understand I am not put off on all P-docs or therapists just think the system is trash.
> Fallsfall made a terrific post on finding a therapist, but my bookmark is on a different computer.
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> I'll try to find it later today and post it for you.
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> I can't say I have any great advice. I stumbled onto my therapist when he gave a public seminar on anxiety, and went to see him mostly because he was the only potential therapist who seemed positive about having me as a client. Cold calls from the phone book had resulted in lackluster responses.
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> When my therapist's availability was limited and in question, I tried to find a new one and neither candidate really worked out. So my best advice is to be willing to cut your losses and walk if it doesn't seem like a good match after a few sessions. Think of it as dating at first.
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> On the other other hand, I wouldn't have stuck it out with my therapist on that basis.
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> I think it's best if I just find that post for you. :)
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