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Q: Who can I talk to ?
asked by: Harmless on October 8th, 2009
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Hello, my name is Mike. I'm 18 years old, a freshman in college. For years, I've had some problems that I've recently decided that I need to talk to someone about; however, I'm not sure of the distinction between a psychologist, a therapist, a psychiatrist, etc. I can't bring myself to reveal too much about myself on a public forum, even if confidentiality is guaranteed through me being somewhat anonymous. I don't really want to talk to my close friends or family about it, even though I wouldn't mind them knowing that I'm going through therapy or something. Its something that I've kept up inside of me for years, and I'm really tormented by it. I think I'll go insane if I don't at least get a few things off of my chest, but where do I go? Or rather, where can I go to find out where to go?
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InvaderRed
replied on October 11th, 2009
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In my town, psychologists and therapists are free till you turn 19, so I'd check that out pretty quick.

I sometimes visit a psychologist, which is probably where you'd wanna start. A psychiatrist can be costly and they generally prefer visiting after a psychologist decides you should.

I'd check out mental health places in your town on the net, or go to a walk in clinic as I'm sure a doctor would be glad to send you in the right direction.
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angel507ny
replied on October 18th, 2009
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If your not looking for medication to treat your stresses and anxiety then talk to a therapist. They too can help you over come whatever it is that is bothering you. I was in therapy for 7 yrs with the same doctor and she did miracles until I couldn't see her anymore.
Pills aren't always the answer to our problems,.
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InvaderRed
replied on October 21st, 2009
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I agree with Angel, alot of antistress and antidepressant drugs can be highly addictive and make you worse for wear. There are alot of profresionals who'd be happy to work with you without the use of drugs unless they're absolutely mandatory. Good luck
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