i think i need to see a psychologist

[I-Love-him]

if i went to my doctor and asked to be reffered to a psychologist will she do it??
lately my mind has gotten a lot stranger, ok i have anxiety problems, anger problems and depression but now i'm starting to feel out of control. i don't know how to explain it properly, so would the doctor still refer me even if i have not got a proper explanation as to why i need to go???
and when i see a psychologist how would it be different to seeing a counsellor???

[TheLittleNinja]

Hey =]

I'm totally aware of the procedure, but I think the fact that you are asking for help is a good sign to your doctor - so I don't see why you shouldn't get referred.

A psychologist - I believe - helps more in the way of psychological matters, whereas a Councillor would just talk you through your pent up emotions.

Like I said, I'm not a professional so I can't tell you for certain. You could use Google and try and find the difference between the two =]

All the best, Take Care.
Claire x

[I-Love-him]

Originally Posted by QuackerJackWoop

Hey =]

I'm totally aware of the procedure, but I think the fact that you are asking for help is a good sign to your doctor - so I don't see why you shouldn't get referred.

A psychologist - I believe - helps more in the way of psychological matters, whereas a Councillor would just talk you through your pent up emotions.

Like I said, I'm not a professional so I can't tell you for certain. You could use Google and try and find the difference between the two =]

All the best, Take Care.
Claire x

thanks ever so much.
i was worried that if i asked for extra help the doctor wouldn't believe i'm mental and stable because i'm asking for help. but i don't think this is the case. did you speak to a psychologist? if so what was it like?

[Stephanie]

Hey there,

I think that it's a really wonderful thing that you're wanting to get some help for what you're dealing with at the moment - that is such a positive thing to do!

I think that going to your doctor and discussing your issues would be the best first step towards trying to get the help that you need. The doctor may refer you to a psychologist, a counsellor or another psychiatric professional. I'm not sure what country you are in, but if you're in the UK then you may be referred to CAMHS who will then decide what sort of professional that you talk to.
I think it'd be best simply to go to your general practitioner first and tell them that you're struggling and that you believe you have anger/depression/anxiety problems.
It can be very difficult describing issues of this nature to your doctor and they will understand that, perhaps you could just tell them what you have told us, or write down any 'symptoms' that you feel.

[This website] should help you to understand the difference between a psychologist and a counsellor.

Take care.

[Alex xox]

generaly if you go and see you doctor they will refer you but it can take up to a year depending on your situation (ie wether your likely to SH or commit suicide) I've been through it a few times and in the UK they don't generally ask to many questions they leave it the assessors at the CAMHS team but that is in the UK so it could be different wherever you are

good luck though Alex x

[I-Love-him]

thanks for the advise and encouragement everyone

Originally Posted by aleroz

generaly if you go and see you doctor they will refer you but it can take up to a year depending on your situation (ie wether your likely to SH or commit suicide) I've been through it a few times and in the UK they don't generally ask to many questions they leave it the assessors at the CAMHS team but that is in the UK so it could be different wherever you are

good luck though Alex x

ahh thats understandable, i live in england.
basicaly my problems range from...

• anxiety
• depression
• anger issues
• self harm, suicidal attempts and thoughts occasionaly
• thoughts and intentions of hurting others (pysically or mentally)
• not being able to go outside anymore,or finding it very hard.
• getting depressed and angry everytime i see someone better looking than me (weird i know!)
• not bothering with my appearance anymore
• sleeping constantly even when i'm not tired.
• not being able to control my thoughts or actions anymore.

so yh it's a long list, so do you think if i tried to explain these, then my waiting time wouldn't be so long?? and do you think i need to see a psychologist?? because a part of me believes i'm over reacting
thanks again

[Alex xox]

obviously I can't say yes you need need to see a psychologist but if you think you need it then give it ago and I wouldn't be surprised if the waiting time was less -I had a lot of the same symptoms last time and i waited about 1 month
pm me if you want to know any more
Alex

[I-Love-him]

Originally Posted by aleroz

obviously I can't say yes you need need to see a psychologist but if you think you need it then give it ago and I wouldn't be surprised if the waiting time was less -I had a lot of the same symptoms last time and i waited about 1 month
pm me if you want to know any more
Alex

i went to see the doctor and good news! he gave me a number to a walk in centre, but i'm gonna have to make an appointment,it shouldnt be too long to wait but don't know when i'll be able to go. he's also doubled my dosage of citalopram tablets.thanks for your advise. could you mabye pm me to tell me what happened when your psychologist saw you? where they supportive etc? thanks for everyones support