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Posted 11/20/2015 8:28 PM (GMT 0)
Where did you start?

Primary care doctor? Do you need a referral?

My primary doctor is aware of my anxiety and I have medication for panic attacks but I have been thinking a lot about finding a therapist that I could talk to about my health anxiety.
Posted 11/20/2015 8:31 PM (GMT 0)
A primary care doctor could definitely give you some referrals. Sometimes your insurance requires it. I did my own google search for ones in my area and found one close by with hours I could work with. I highly recommend it - I've only been twice but I think it's going to help provide tools to help cope with the anxiety and give a third party perspective that you can't get anywhere else.

Good luck!
Posted 11/20/2015 8:39 PM (GMT 0)
A referral from your doctor is a good start. Professionals often network...and at least you have a recommendation you can likely trust, if your GP knows him/her...

Another option is simply calling with in your network. You should be able to meet with a therapist for an initial consultation, before committing to a full session. This person will be working for you...

...so interviewing them is important!

I actually do this with any health care professional. :)

NAMI may have some resources for finding a therapist near you...I can check with their site if you like.

Using review sites such as Yelp can also be useful.

I wish you the best in finding a good fit for you. Great job in being proactive in your recovery and taking this step! Keep us posted on your progress. :)

S.C.
Posted 11/20/2015 8:48 PM (GMT 0)
Thank you. I have been looking around on the internet today and reading many of the profiles for some of the therapists in my area. Several of them list the average price per session is $120-150. I wonder if that is the price if you're out of network or paying cash?

I do feel that talking to someone will help me. DH is very supportive but I feel that talking to a professional would really help.
Posted 11/20/2015 8:58 PM (GMT 0)
If you have any, even partial coverage...try to find someone who accepts your insurance!!

I went to sessions and only paid a $20.00 co-pay. My choices were of course limited...

...but my first therapist was from my doctor's recommended list...and he was wonderful...

...the second therapist (family, not anxiety related) was one we found by just calling those listed in our network catalog, and he was great too.:)

Best wishes,

S.C.
Posted 11/20/2015 9:09 PM (GMT 0)
Hi

Yes a referral from your doctor is the best route to take.

I have bargained with therapists and got them to reduce the price so worth a shot the worst that can happen is they say no.

I hope you find a good therapist I feel therapy really is the best way to gain recovery.

Hibee
Posted 12/12/2015 4:56 AM (GMT 0)
Hey

Referral from your doctor would be the best way to go but if ever you can't get that, there are actually hospitals where in you can schedule appointments with their psychological practitioners. If you want counseling then look for a clinical psychologist and not a psychiatrist. There are also many different kinds of psychotherapy, I would suggest CBT but it would still depend on your therapist.
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