Global question: Is there a name for customized therapy for artists/writers to help them work through creative problems?
Local question: Can anyone recommend a specific practitioner in the Seattle area who specializes in this, or who might otherwise be a good fit?
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posted by Robson
on Jan 19, 2011 -
7 answers
If the most pressing problem that remains after couples therapy is sexual, should we move on to a sex therapist or continue with our couples therapist?
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posted by anonymous
on Jan 18, 2011 -
50 answers
AskMe has finally convinced me to seek therapy. I'm scared, so I've typed up an outline. For the sake of not vastly exceeding my allotted time I can condense it to a short statement. Is it completely inappropriate to show up with three pages of numbered and bulleted woes?
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posted by anonymous
on Jan 12, 2011 -
25 answers
I'm looking for recommendations for a gay/gay-friendly therapist in the Northern Virginia area who has experience with alcohol abuse and alcoholism. I'm attending AA meetings to help with the continuing sobriety, but I really think I would benefit from some additional therapy. Thank you. (The gay/gay-friendly is in there because I don't want any chance of homophobia or blaming my problems on being gay)
posted by anonymous
on Jan 7, 2011 -
2 answers
(escape velocity from mild depression filter) After a mild episode two years ago, not sure if I'm out of the woods yet; taking care of myself much better but still having trouble focusing and completing more complicated tasks; where do I go from here? (description follows)
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posted by wallawallasweet
on Jan 5, 2011 -
9 answers
Is it appropriate to discuss with my therapist why he stresses me out? How do you switch therapists? Do I need to?
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posted by anonymous
on Jan 4, 2011 -
17 answers
I am looking for movie / book ressources that broach topics related to Speech therapy as well as speech /writing difficulties, that would be available to anyone (i.e not necessarily professional ressources, though they could be useful). Thanks so much
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posted by Jireel
on Dec 26, 2010 -
16 answers
Talk therapy sucks. Did it, doesn't work for me, have the t-shirt. Meds work (or have); how do I get them without having to grovel to another therapist?
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posted by anonymous
on Dec 22, 2010 -
26 answers
Where can I buy family puppets for use in psychotherapy -- preferably in New York City, but, if not, online? You know, the classic ones that are about 8 inches tall each? (not the crappy little ones amazon sells)
Thanks!
posted by DMelanogaster
on Dec 13, 2010 -
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DCfilter/Therapyfilter: I'm looking for a therapist in the Washington, DC area that takes United Healthcare. I also need some general advice on starting therapy-- I haven't done it in several years and my previous experience with it wasn't great. I'm being treated with medications for depression.
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posted by anonymous
on Nov 30, 2010 -
3 answers
[Vancouver, BC filter] My husband has been suffering from low level depression for a number of years and has finally agreed to talk to a professional about it. Looking for counselor/therapist recommendations.
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posted by anonymous
on Nov 28, 2010 -
1 answer
TherapyFilter: therapist recommendations in Washington, D.C. area for someone who takes federal Blue Cross/Blue Shield coverage or has an extremely generous sliding scale, has experience with social anxiety and panic disorder, and (preferably) practices somewhere within reasonable distance from the Red Line.
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posted by eggyolk
on Nov 19, 2010 -
6 answers
I'm a well-adjusted person plagued now by anger and disappointment re: her absentee father. Should I pursue therapy, or go about this a different route?
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posted by anonymous
on Nov 18, 2010 -
17 answers
Fellow communication-challenged mefites: how do you work around your communication problems to participate effectively in therapy?
Often I find that regardless of whether I have my thoughts lined up or not, I cannot. get. words. out, as though someone cut the circuit between my brain and my mouth. So far I've had no luck circumventing the issue by writing things down; same problem. It's inhibiting my ability to (a) convey the severity of the problems I'm experiencing and (b) address them adequately if we happen to hit upon relevant topics by chance. TL;DR details inside, but that's the gist -- any suggestions for other work-arounds?
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posted by dorque
on Nov 11, 2010 -
14 answers
Just called the Suicide Hotline. Was alarmed at how milquetoast and ineffectual the volunteer was. Still feeling incredibly low. What's a guy gotta do to get serious help for his serious depression?
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posted by anonymous
on Nov 6, 2010 -
46 answers
I am tremendously distrustful of women. My therapist has encouraged me to try again. I got stood up. I'm not sure what to do.
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posted by anonymous
on Nov 3, 2010 -
33 answers
I want to feel comfortable becoming emotional in my therapist’s office, which means being confident that I walk out of her office without any sign I was crying.
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posted by anonymous
on Nov 1, 2010 -
28 answers
How do I talk to my mother about her depression, especially when I'm trying to create better boundaries but simultaneously plan for my family's future?
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posted by Madamina
on Oct 25, 2010 -
9 answers
How can I wean my wife off of visiting her therapist? We are in the second year of our marriage, and having the typical disagreements about money. My wife started visiting a therapist nearly a year ago, shortly after the death of her father. I don't ask much about her therapy, but my impression is that she discusses everything under the sun. cont'd...
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posted by reuscam
on Oct 22, 2010 -
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Can someone recommend a good therapist or psychologist in Swansea, Wales, preferably with a background in Asperger's Syndrome? It's important they should communicate by email or text (not just by phone), and it would be nice if they could cope with simultaneous untangling of anxiety/depression, sensory issues, bulimia, seemingly-insurmountable practical problems, a history of PTSD and neglect, and probably a few other things it would be great if they could help me uncover. It would be really helpful if they were also female and gay-friendly.
Thank-you.
(And by 'thank-you' I mean 'please, please help'.)
posted by anonymous
on Oct 19, 2010 -
2 answers
I was assaulted five years ago. I was a senior in high school. I "forgot" about it until recently, and now I can't stop thinking about it. What should I do now?
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posted by anonymous
on Oct 18, 2010 -
15 answers
[NOVA Filter] Please recommend a therapist who specializes in relationships or women's issues in the Northern Virginia area.
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posted by dmbfan93
on Oct 17, 2010 -
3 answers
Asking for a friend: recommendations for a great therapist in the Baltimore area, preferably accessible via public transportation.
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posted by anonymous
on Oct 11, 2010 -
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Because: 1) of depression and 2) I got into relationship trouble (with my spouse) because of occasional binge drinking--- I've have had no alcohol for about 7 weeks. I've been on a mild dose of an antidepressant almost the whole time and feel a low-level, but constant, state of mild depression- kind of "zombie-like." I was hoping getting alcohol off the table would reveal "emotional issues" as to why I've enjoyed binging , but that really hasn't happened, even with therapy (about 7-8 sessions - we've just kicked around painful events that probably most people have encountered one way or another.) Soooooo, the question is: How does one define or identify "emotional issues" related to substance abuse and/or depression? (beyond therapy, eliminating substances)
posted by anonymous
on Oct 9, 2010 -
13 answers
I'm looking for a short-term therapy to help me begin to change some very specific behaviors. What flavor is right for me?
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posted by ljshapiro
on Sep 26, 2010 -
6 answers
I've being researching about well-being and achieving this through self-disclosure (Pennebaker style) I've been narrowing my scope down to focus on how Pennebaker's style of writing has helped obese patients overcome psychological issues associated with obesity similar to other works on alcoholics and victims of traumatic experiences.
I'm not a Psychologist so a lot of the research out there is unknown to me, so does anyone know of any papers or authors that address this?
I've looked around but it might help if i have a lead or somewhere to start.
posted by jbw
on Sep 25, 2010 -
2 answers
Please recommend a qualified non-woo-woo (intelligent, educated, up to date on the literature and able to deal with a thinking/introspective patient) therapist in the bay area (santa clara, san jose, sunnyvale, ...). Big plus if they take Cigna.
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posted by anonymous
on Sep 23, 2010 -
4 answers
Looking for a couples therapist in Tucson, Az. We're young, not married, but need some professional help. If you have specific recommendations, MeMail me. Otherwise, if you have a suggestion where to look for a recommendation, that would be great too. Thanks!
posted by ericc
on Sep 21, 2010 -
1 answer
Where would I find something like rehab... but without the drug bit? So basically like a retreat, but with talks/mutual feedback (trying to avoid the word "therapy")... and not excrutiatingly expensive.
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posted by ClarissaWAM
on Sep 20, 2010 -
17 answers
A close friend gave me what amounts to a psychiatric intervention. How seriously should I take this and how should it impact our friendship?
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posted by anonymous
on Sep 19, 2010 -
34 answers
