I want unbiased, professional, psychological help

[Darrell]

marijuana is a good solution to depression but it does not last forever, I hate being depressed.....
So I smoke a lot of weed

Donnie, please.

Also, that statement is totally contradictory. It's a solution, but it doesn't last forever? To say it's a solution is to say that a problem has been fixed. In fact Marijuana isn't a solution, it's simply an aide for many people.

 

[LifeofPJ]

lmao dude, that cheered me up. your quotes never get old!

 

[Panacea]

Finding good help is hard on a budget, because part of finding someone who is unbiased and meets your needs involves switching providers and that can be hard. So little is offered in the way of cheap help, but it is out there.

Lots of therapists, life coaches, and counselors offer sliding scale payment. Google these keywords for your area and when you see someone who offers a sliding scale, contact them and tell them you're in need of low cost help. If they don't have cheap enough rates ask them to give you more resources for someone who DOES.

That's part of their job, too, to know where people can go if their practice doesn't meet client needs. Be patient, and keep looking. I found a counselor who took my case pro bono. Counselors have to take a certain percentage of these to stay licensed (depending on the location I guess). Ask.

I think it's good you've recognized the weed might not be the best way to handle it, and to notice things are getting a bit worse in the meantime. Like Darrell said, PM any time.

 

[purpledove]

I'm sure there is but I'm in need of a private one on one session. I hate being on the phone as it is. Trying to explain something important over the phone will probably just frustrate me especially with how unreliable connections can be

That phone helpine we do have that here in SoCal. You don't have to tell them everything that's going on with you just a simple description and they can help you be directed to a therapist. You can tell them too abt your financial situation and they can direct you accordingly.

I'm not sure which county you're at but call your county office too or the county hospital near you and ask for the helpline. They can direct you to whatever your needs are.

Good luck !

 

[purpledove]

If you need an ear, Dex -- let me know. I am not a psychologist or psychiatrist, but sometimes all someone needs is a person willing to lend their ear, close their mouth, and just listen for a little bit.

I'll be here too, if you need a listening ear.

Btw- i'll ask around too and will let you know!

 

[Alien Allen]

where I live the going rate is $100 - $150 per hour

I tried one thru insurance and I knew more than he did.

It is worthless unless you get a good one and even then most of my friends think it is a waste of money

Not sure if I totally agree. If you have any close friends or relatives you might find it works better to talk with them than a shrink. Based on my experience if you have a pretty deep depression it will take weeks of therapy for the shrink to get to know you enough.

just my two cents worth. If you want to chat just send me a PM. I have many years of wisdom and self loathing so I can probably cheer you up and give you some insight

 

[Alien Allen]

marijuana is a good solution to depression but it does not last forever, I hate being depressed.....
So I smoke a lot of weed

I went that route years ago. It aint the answer although for the few hours stoned it might be.

Don't get me wrong. I like some weed now and then. But it does not get to the root of the problem

 

[sexysadie]

marijuana is a good solution to depression but it does not last forever, I hate being depressed.....
So I smoke a lot of weed

Are you serious? Did you not read the whole thread....

Re: I want unbiased, professional, psychological help
i feel like my depression is getting worse. i quit smoking weed cause its getting expensive
i want free therapy
and large number 5
with mozzarella sticks

 

[JoeCool10]

I hold the Melchizedek Priesthood, does that count?

Pfft, do you even have any oil?

 

[AUDRAA]

No such thing?

sure there is, everyone has their own opinions on things but I think hes referring more to the fact of someone who isnt family who will give more of an objective opinion because they arent directly involved in his life in some way shape or form.

 

[AUDRAA]

Dex maybe you should take up someones offer on here if you trust them, sometimes talking helps alot even if that person doesnt have a degree, that being said I dont know your issues but if you think you need meds and not just talk therapy youre fucked unless you see a professional

 

[Keight]

Im with above homo and the homo with the scarf. You need to talk to someone about it if you cant afford it then perhaps letting someone here know whats going on, Its not about judgement nor is it about what they can do to help but from my experience most times its very helpful just to have someone to listen to you.