Where can I find a doctor for Depression?
September 8, 2009 by admin
Filed under Mental Health
manderstwin1 asked:
I am 19 and recently got my own insurance, I have struggled with depression for 12 years and It is finally time to get some help, now that I do not need to use my parent’s insurance (or family doctor). I need a doctor that can both prescribe antidepressants as well as engage in therapy but I’m not sure how to find a reputable one or how to become a new patient. Also, I’m four months pregnant, and the main reason I’m taking this step is to not endanger my baby, born or unborn. The baby’s father has promised to support me in all this, but I’m scared and embarrassed, even about finding a doctor. Help?
I am 19 and recently got my own insurance, I have struggled with depression for 12 years and It is finally time to get some help, now that I do not need to use my parent’s insurance (or family doctor). I need a doctor that can both prescribe antidepressants as well as engage in therapy but I’m not sure how to find a reputable one or how to become a new patient. Also, I’m four months pregnant, and the main reason I’m taking this step is to not endanger my baby, born or unborn. The baby’s father has promised to support me in all this, but I’m scared and embarrassed, even about finding a doctor. Help?
Good for you for getting help. Go to a general practitioner and tell them about your problem and they can refer you out to a good psychologist. Or, you could probably even ask your gyno (since you are going there a lot anyways).
As far as your insurance, be careful. Insurance companies are VERY shady about covering this type of treatment (many don’t cover it at all). So, be sure to look at that.
Don’t listen to Trublood. He/she is pathetic enough to make fun of people on the internet because he/she doesn’t have enough balls to make fun of people in person.
look in phone book,or call local hospital and ask. you can’t ask your dr. anything he hasn’t heard before.he will more than willing to help you.
Don’t listen to that jerk. Depression is a serious chemical problem and nothing to be embarrassed about. It’s no different than being diabetic or having allergies. Consult your insurance provider to see who is covered under your plan. Call around and find out who is accepting new patients. Doctors are usually very understanding if you are nervous - they deal with scared patients a lot. Worse case, if you don’t like the doctor you pick, you can try a new one. Finding a therapist you like can take a few tries. It’s important to feel comfortable.
Please remember this- You are not alone!
Your general practioner can refer you.
when i had depression bad i went to a mental health center. they have what you are looking for. i am sorry to hear that you have depression i hope everything goes okay. dont worry about that one jerk i took care of him!
You are a very brave person. To understand that you need help is a big step. Call your Doctor and ask for choices. I am sure everything is going to be fine because you are doing the right thing.