Ok let me explain better. I went to a psychologist who after a few sessions referred me to the psychiatrist. I had no idea what a psychiatrist was and that they would just give me pills. The psychologist probably figured just another pimply high schooler with anxiety, take some pills and all back to normal. The problems were much deeper and had I known better I would have asked for therapy. I wouldn't dare go to a therapist now. My pride won't let me and these people charge exorbitant fees for an intangible service- I can't afford it and won't splash money on just talking again. I'm overcoming my problems slowly by myself and prefer it that way. I want to take personal responsibility. The higher the risk the greater the reward. Anyway most of the therapy stuff is common sense.
Yes, you left to a psychiatrist after your psychologist. I understand that. A psychiatrist's job is to prescribe pills. They aren't qualified for therapy. It's not just 'all back to normal' either, as mental health professionals they know that it is a battle to get back to normal.
Why on Earth aren't you going to a therapist now? Pride has nothing to do with it. It's a good thing to go to a therapist, although again, I have to stress that it is your choice, and if you feel you would benefit from not going, that's your decision.
You said 'Anyway most of the therapy stuff is common sense' - sorry, that's false. A lot of the time, patients have what is called 'Automatic Thoughts' - thoughts that pop up into their mind saying something along the lines of 'you're worthless' or other negative things. CBT therapists teach people to evaluate and combat these negative thoughts, and it requires extensive training. It's difficult changing someone's core beliefs, and therapists are well aware of that. I would strongly recommend seeing a therapist if you can afford it. It will help if it's the right therapist.
IIN I think therapists are a waste?
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Ok let me explain better. I went to a psychologist who after a few sessions referred me to the psychiatrist. I had no idea what a psychiatrist was and that they would just give me pills. The psychologist probably figured just another pimply high schooler with anxiety, take some pills and all back to normal. The problems were much deeper and had I known better I would have asked for therapy. I wouldn't dare go to a therapist now. My pride won't let me and these people charge exorbitant fees for an intangible service- I can't afford it and won't splash money on just talking again. I'm overcoming my problems slowly by myself and prefer it that way. I want to take personal responsibility. The higher the risk the greater the reward. Anyway most of the therapy stuff is common sense.
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Yes, you left to a psychiatrist after your psychologist. I understand that. A psychiatrist's job is to prescribe pills. They aren't qualified for therapy. It's not just 'all back to normal' either, as mental health professionals they know that it is a battle to get back to normal.
Why on Earth aren't you going to a therapist now? Pride has nothing to do with it. It's a good thing to go to a therapist, although again, I have to stress that it is your choice, and if you feel you would benefit from not going, that's your decision.
You said 'Anyway most of the therapy stuff is common sense' - sorry, that's false. A lot of the time, patients have what is called 'Automatic Thoughts' - thoughts that pop up into their mind saying something along the lines of 'you're worthless' or other negative things. CBT therapists teach people to evaluate and combat these negative thoughts, and it requires extensive training. It's difficult changing someone's core beliefs, and therapists are well aware of that. I would strongly recommend seeing a therapist if you can afford it. It will help if it's the right therapist.