My psychotherapist's husband is very ill, perhaps dying. I have a strong relationship with my therapist, but we have always maintained clear doctor/patient boundaries. What (if anything) can I do to offer support without overstepping the boundaries of our relationship?
posted by anonymous
on May 21, 2009 -
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Therapist recommendations in Irvine or Los Angeles for a friend trying to extricate herself from an emotionally abusive relationship.
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posted by wuzandfuzz
on May 12, 2009 -
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Can you recommend a therapist in Boston/Cambridge/Somerville? More details of what I need help with inside.
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posted by anonymous
on Apr 30, 2009 -
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I've been very depressed for my entire life and have decided that it's time for another ride on the therapy train. My previous trips were rather unpleasant, so I'm hoping for recommendations for a doctor in NYC and some general advice.
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posted by wrinkle
on Feb 18, 2009 -
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I'd like a flexible career involving meaningful interactions with people while I help them sort out their issues. Given the economy, psychic is definitely out (kidding, kidding). Help me figure out whether I should pursue a MSW or a degree in Psychiatric Nursing! (please?)
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posted by Eudaimonia
on Jan 19, 2009 -
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Could/Should I contact my friend's therapist to deter my friend from making bad decisions?
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posted by anonymous
on Jan 10, 2009 -
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Career path filter: Calling do-gooder types! Please share your insights about your profession. I'm interested in public policy AND in the helping professions--how to choose which to pursue? Can I do both, or do I need to just suck it up and pick one? Please help me get a better idea of what these careers are actually like--I want your perspective, hivemind!
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posted by aka burlap
on Nov 19, 2008 -
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I think I'm very attracted to my therapist. No, I'm not that kind of person, and that's why this is bothering me a lot.
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posted by anonymous
on Oct 29, 2008 -
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I have a friend who suffers from anxiety and panic disorder. She currently sees a therapist, but is interested in a more structured approach. Does anyone have a recommendation for a female therapist in Austin, TX who specializes in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy? I would also be interested in getting recommendations for brief inpatient programs.
posted by anonymous
on Oct 28, 2008 -
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Family/Relationship Therapist in Los Angeles/San Fernando Valley area recommendations?
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posted by anonymous
on Oct 11, 2008 -
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Anybody out there loooooove their therapist in Dallas? Looking for practical, general, perhaps behavioral guidance with a good old fashioned existential crisis, and/or resources that will help me find one.
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posted by ultraultraboomerang
on Oct 8, 2008 -
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Therapist? Professor? Something else? Help me figure out a career/life-direction dilemma.
Dear MeFites: You are wise. Please help me think through a tangle of career thoughts.
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posted by anonymous
on Sep 17, 2008 -
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Help me find a very good dog behaviorist/trainer in the NYC area! Bonus points if they specialize in seperation anxiety.
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posted by modernsquid
on Jun 24, 2008 -
3 answers
How do I even start to locate the therapist that I think would be right for me among so many options? The details are inside.
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posted by logovisual
on May 22, 2008 -
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Finding a therapist: I'm sure I can find one. But how do I know whether the therapist I choose is any good?
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posted by anonymous
on May 20, 2008 -
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Cognitive behavioral therapist in Cambridge/Somerville/Boston, MA - for a geeky/creative sort?
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posted by waxbanks
on May 7, 2008 -
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Can you recommend a good, lesbian-friendly therapist/psychologist/whatever in Kentucky?
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posted by reese
on Feb 22, 2008 -
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Looking for a psychologist/therapist recommendation for the Portland, Oregon area. (more details inside)
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posted by Auden
on Jan 7, 2008 -
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Looking for recommendations on good mental health therapists in Pittsburgh for help with depression and anger management issues. East End area preferred. The last few I've tried have been pretty bad and I didn't get along with them- however, I am not sure of what I am looking for.
posted by anonymous
on Dec 18, 2007 -
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I’m asking this on behalf of a good friend in Vancouver, BC, who’s going through an especially hard time right now. In her own words, she feels like she’s “drowning in her own life” but doesn’t know how to even BEGIN to address things. She’s willing to try counseling but could really use some therapist recommendations, which is what I’m asking for here.
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posted by zeph
on Dec 3, 2007 -
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Seeking recommendations for a therapist in Toronto that works from a psychoanalytic/psychodynamic approach. Preferably amenable to sliding scale payments.
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posted by anonymous
on Nov 18, 2007 -
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I've recently decided that I need a therapist/counsellor. How do I go about finding one? I'm in the UK.
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posted by anonymous
on Nov 14, 2007 -
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My apartment was burglarized a week ago Saturday. They took jewelry that isn't worth much but that meant the world to me, and money. The police came and took a report but seeing as this is NYC, my case file is probably already buried. I'm not sure what to do now.
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posted by firevoice
on Oct 31, 2007 -
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I'm currently completing a B.A. in Psychology with the intentions of becoming a practicing therapist (mental heath, family, individual, children). Here's my question: the path to practice as a therapist diverges. I can get a Masters of Social Work in two years following my undergrad, but in order to be able to practice, I would need to get my license, which would require typically another 2 years of supervision. I could work, by at a low salary. The other path would be to following up the Undergraduate degree with a Masters in Psy and then a Ph.D. Any thoughts?
posted by bydar
on Oct 30, 2007 -
8 answers
How did you know that you wanted to be a therapist? What made you feel that you could do it? What doubts did you have, and how did you deal with them? If you changed your mind, what persuaded you to do so? What would you tell someone if they were considering becoming a therapist?
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posted by anonymous
on Oct 18, 2007 -
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Anyone know a good resource for finding a good sliding-scale therapist in the Los Angeles area?
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posted by anonymous
on Oct 10, 2007 -
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I'm having a difficult time working with my psychotherapist. Is this normal, or should I end it?
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posted by anonymous
on Oct 8, 2007 -
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Help me find a good, Seattle area, therapist for dealing with anxiety disorders and panic attacks.
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posted by anonymous
on Sep 14, 2007 -
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I've been working in IT all my life. I've been thinking of changing careers and the idea of becoming a therapist occurred to me. So now I'm curious: How does one train to become a therapist? What degrees and certifications would I need to accumulate on the way to becoming one? Are there evening programs in the Chicago area? Thanks for any insight!
posted by rsol44
on Aug 24, 2007 -
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I would like to see a therapist. I am 19 years old, in the U.S., and on my parents' insurance (Blue Cross Blue Shield), but I don't want them to find out. How can I see a therapist on their insurance without them finding out?
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posted by anonymous
on Jun 25, 2007 -
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what should i take to a psychiatrist? i'm 33, have recently separated from work, never had a relationship and am seeing him for depression. i've had four sessions, and he's asking me to bring in things so he gets a better idea of who i am. i didn't think to ask what (i will) but i figure creative things eg: my folio with paintings/drawings/artwork is a start. what would you recommend?
posted by anonymous
on Jun 23, 2007 -
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My therapist has decided to return to grad school for a PhD. I'm happy for her, but this also means she won't be seeing patients anymore. Our final appointment is on Tuesday. How do you achieve closure in this kind of relationship?
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posted by loiseau
on May 18, 2007 -
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A friend of mine (male and in his mid-20s) needs help finding a therapist in Washington, DC to work on serious intimacy problems. Anyone know of a good therapist? Or, how to find one?
posted by lkm
on Jan 22, 2007 -
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I think I need to see a therapist (psychological) and I live in San Francisco. I have a history of depression, however, I have never had a therapist here in US. I would like a recommendation on a good therapist in SF as well as what to expect in terms of cost (I have a medical insurance)
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posted by grafholic
on Dec 6, 2006 -
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I'm having difficulties choosing a (telephone) therapist starting from a long list. Partly practical, partly mental...
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posted by anonymous
on Dec 4, 2006 -
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The spouse and I would like to go to counseling together - not because of any problems in our relationship, but because we both have issues with being forthcoming in individual therapy and in initiating a dialogue with the therapist. We figure that if we went together, we could enable each other to open up and at the very least support each other through what is (for us anyway) an unpleasant experience. (And if it makes us a happier couple, that's just a nice side effect.) Does anyone have any experience with this sort of arrangement? Should we pursue someone who specializes in marriage counseling, or someone who specializes in individual therapy? We each have psychiatrists and are on medication for anxiety and depression - this is talk or cognitive therapy we're talking about. Thanks!
posted by anonymous
on Sep 28, 2006 -
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TherapyFilter: How does one get out of work to see a therapist, how do you find one, and how can you overcome being closed?
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posted by anonymous
on Aug 10, 2006 -
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I recently went to a therapist for the first time ever, for a screening for ADD. She told me that I had a severely traumatic childhood because of things like "My father wasn't around much." I don't feel severely traumatized... Is she crazy?
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posted by anonymous
on Jun 23, 2006 -
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Does anyone have experience with Seattle Mental Health's Northwest Counseling Institute in Redmond, Washington?
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posted by anonymous
on Jan 30, 2006 -
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I'm thinking of seeking counseling for a variety of reasons. Being new to the US however, I have questions about how therapy will have an effect on my future health care coverage. Should I pay out-of-pocket or file for coverage?
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posted by barnone
on Nov 7, 2005 -
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