Apr 25, 2019
There are all kinds of therapists out there and it isn’t easy to
find a good fit. Because therapists are still people, even the ones
in the app. It could happen that you start with person A but it
isn’t working out. You take a break and try again with person
B.
So in this episode, at look at some of the questions to ask
yourself about what you want in therapy and how to pre-screen
therapists.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention
Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or
text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned:
Minnesota Public Radio report on
how insurance company UnitedHealth withdrew funding for mental
health services from patients in need. You can listen to the report
or read the transcript on the website.
The Verge article on mental health apps sharing information about users
to third parties.
NBC News posted an interesting piece by performer Lizzo about
self-care.
Healthguide.org has a very extensive page about Finding a Therapist Who Can
Help You. They define terms, provider options and questions you
should ask when considering going into therapy.
Dr. PsychMom's post on Should You Choose a Therapist That
Is Similar to You?
Therapick allows you to watch videos of therapists
to find the one that you like or feel a connection with that
person. You can filter for location, preferences and if they do or
do not take your insurance.
Talkspace is a online service that help connect you
with a therapist. There is a weekly fee for services but you also
get the ability to check in via text when you need to.
Better Help also is a service that aids you in
locating a therapist that you can access via live chat or a voice
session.
Music for this episode is from Purple Plant Music at https://www.purple-planet.com
Disclaimer:
Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and
do not constitute endorsements.
Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with
questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health
disorder.
This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational
purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a
substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical
advice, diagnosis, or treatment.