Can't get a psychologist and I'm scared

[Owlingo]

After talking to my psychiatrist about my thoughts and how I'm finding it hard to handle the side effects of my medication, she told me to try getting a psychologist. 

But I'm not being paid by centerlink and don't know if i ever will unless I work, which I can't because I'm struggling with severe depression and anxiety. So I can't afford to get a psychologist and I'm afraid I'll never get better. 

What if I can't cope or do this on my own? What if my anxiety and depression keep coming back? What if I do things wrong? What if I'll never get over my fears and my trauma? 

What if I go crazy? 

I really feel like I need a professional to talk to.

I can't stop stressing when things like this happen. I'm just constantly overthinking.

I can't believe in myself to get through this. I feel like I need someone to tell me what to do and how to think. 

[CheaB]

Hi Owlingo,

Thank you for sharing, please remember that things will get better.

I assure you that there is a solution to this and you will be able to access support with the desired criteria that you have listed. Seeing a mental health professional can do wonders and can allow you to easily navigate around the emotions that your mind is experiencing. I would definitely recommend contacting Headspace to see a mental health clinician at either a very low cost or no cost at all. Using the link below, you can book an appointment at your nearest Headspace centre:

https://headspace.org.au/explore-topics/for-young-people/headspace-can-help/ 

In addition, these are some mental wellbeing resources which can also assist you in overcoming the feelings that you are experiencing via the link below:

https://www.service.nsw.gov.au/services/health-and-care/mental-wellbeing-resources

I hope this helps!

Take care,

Sarea.