Do you regularly see a counselor/therapist?

[atiflz]

The psychologist who diagnosed me advised regular sessions with a therapist to "discover my limitations and get help with practical matters". Since currently I am living in a foreign country, it is hard to find a therapist whom I can talk comfortably.

So do you seek/use any professional help for your problems? Why, whynot?

 

[Quasar]

I used to, several years ago, when i had health insurance that helped pay for it. That was also when I learned I had AS.

Lately, I've considered started seeing one again. I'm doing ok at work, but I'm constantly stressed out and overwhelmed. I am tired all the time and even the smoothest days leave me totally drained. I have to deal with tough social situations that I am not equipped to handle, since I work in a hospital and deal with people's food, diets and supplements. There are many times when I have no idea what to say to people. Most people probably view me as shy. I do my job pretty well, since I have my own routine and speed I always follow, so I don't think anyone really views me as stupid. Of course, we all do stupid things and make stupid mistakes though.

Main thing stopping me is that I don't have insurance through my new employer yet and given I can't even get a solid full time shift going(my own fault though), it doesn't look hopeful of happening anytime soon. Not totally sure if I would yet, but it would be nice to get unbiased, nonjudgmental advice on the areas I have issues with. Just dealing with the anxiety/panic better would be a vast life improvement.

 

[Dan Metevier]

I used to, several years ago, when i had health insurance that helped pay for it. That was also when I learned I had AS.

Lately, I've considered started seeing one again. I'm doing ok at work, but I'm constantly stressed out and overwhelmed. I am tired all the time and even the smoothest days leave me totally drained. I have to deal with tough social situations that I am not equipped to handle, since I work in a hospital and deal with people's food, diets and supplements. There are many times when I have no idea what to say to people. Most people probably view me as shy. I do my job pretty well, since I have my own routine and speed I always follow, so I don't think anyone really views me as stupid. Of course, we all do stupid things and make stupid mistakes though.

Main thing stopping me is that I don't have insurance through my new employer yet and given I can't even get a solid full time shift going(my own fault though), it doesn't look hopeful of happening anytime soon. Not totally sure if I would yet, but it would be nice to get unbiased, nonjudgmental advice on the areas I have issues with. Just dealing with the anxiety/panic better would be a vast life improvement.

Hi there. I don't know where you live, but in the US (the only place I know about), some therapists taking a reduced fee, sometimes called "sliding scale," or may even work for free, called "pro bono." Also, some therapists-in-training, like interns, etc., have lower fees. I apologize if you already know all this, but in case you don't. Also, you may qualify for some benefits if your condition is considered a "disability" (I put that in quotes because I don't like the word.) I wish you the best in finding some help.

 

[Etzelaire]

Can't afford it but if I could I'd go but just because I like someone to teach me about my 'issues' ex cathedra.