How to Find a Good Therapist

[frodo_esque]

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[pixiebelle]

I am actually trying to find a therapist in my area. I need to find one that would see me for free through a non-profit or the likes right about now, which isn't easy since everyone is out of funding. But this was rather useful for when the time comes.

[drjeff]

What's your area? Is there a college anywhere nearby that trains therapists? Those often have a training clinic that offers sliding-scale therapy. Google "sliding scale therapy" and your town and see if you can find anything.

And, hiya. :)

[pixiebelle]

I am in the St. Louis, MO area. I called the United Way yesterday after someone suggested that and no luck. I imagine they have some sliding scale places here, the problem is I can't afford ANYTHING. All my money is my soon to be ex husbands and I really can't ask him to pay for my therapy right now...but hopefully a job will turn up for me soon :)

And hey there!

[drjeff]

I'd offer you therapy, but there's that whole pesky "ethics" thing. :)

[pixiebelle]

Thank you though :)

[frodo_esque]

I would contact the National Alliance on Mental Illness which should help direct you to the nearest, affordable (hopefully free) therapeutic care.

Website: www.nami.org
Phone: (800) 950-NAMI

They are here to help put patients in touch with mental health care providers and similar support systems, they should be an invaluable resource for you.

[pixiebelle]

Thank you! I will try that. I had called the United Way after a suggestion from someone, but they didn't have much for me. I will check out these resources though!

[frodo_esque]

Wonderful. =) Please keep me posted; I really hope you're able to get the help you desire.

[pixiebelle]

Thank you. Me too :)

[frodo_esque]

So interesting thing, I was perusing the NAMI website and found that they have a volunteer opportunity that I would be VERY interested in pursuing. =) Looks like this search helped in many ways. =)