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nevergiveup245 If you guys have been in therapy, how long did you go to sessions?
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I have been in therapy with the same psychologist for two years now, going on the third year. I have multiple mental health conditions, and go about monthly. I am wondering how others’ experiences are. I sometimes wonder if it’s too long? If you all ... View more

I have been in therapy with the same psychologist for two years now, going on the third year. I have multiple mental health conditions, and go about monthly. I am wondering how others’ experiences are. I sometimes wonder if it’s too long? If you all are okay sharing your experiences, that would be great.

Deckard Preliminary diagnosis of Dysthymia. Anyone had success with particular treatments?
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While i still need to see a psychologist for proper confirmation, I've had an initial diagnosis of dysthymia. Having read through the literature, it feels right. Low to mid level depression, has lasted years. Sadness and pessimism. Fatigue. Feelings ... View more

While i still need to see a psychologist for proper confirmation, I've had an initial diagnosis of dysthymia. Having read through the literature, it feels right. Low to mid level depression, has lasted years. Sadness and pessimism. Fatigue. Feelings of worthlessness and self-criticism. Trouble concentrating and staying focused. Irritability. Indecisiveness. Lost a parent when i was a child which is considered a possible trigger for this later in life. Also the belief that all of this is just part of my personality and who i am. I will look to continue following this up and trying treatment, but i was wondering if anyone has had this diagnosis and has had success with any particular treatments? CBT seems to be mentioned a lot. Possible low level medication. I worry CBT could hard for me to work through because I'm not the sort of person who believes you can just 'change your mindset' and everything will be ok.

Carebear86 Side effect - muscle twitching/cramps
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Hi everyone, I started taking the lowest dose of an antidepressant 6 days ago for anxiety/panic disirder. I have been on this before but it was years ago and I can't remember what the side effects were. I am having the headaches, nausea, tiredness, i... View more

Hi everyone, I started taking the lowest dose of an antidepressant 6 days ago for anxiety/panic disirder. I have been on this before but it was years ago and I can't remember what the side effects were. I am having the headaches, nausea, tiredness, increased jitteriness and panic, hot flashes etc. But I am also experiencing constant muscle twitches and cramps in my feet, calves, hands and arms. I have had this for 2 full days now. Has anyone else experienced this side effect? If so how long did it last? It's worrying me a lot mentally as I am worried it is a sign of something worse wrong as it is not listed as a standard side effect that I could find. Thank you for your help

Deckard Took a step and saw a GP. Waiting on bloods. What's next?
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I've always had bouts of low level depression. This one is lasting a while and so I've seen a GP. Getting blood done first and go from there (my bloods have always been normal, so not expecting an easy fix like I'm low in Iron or Vitamin D). I'm not ... View more

I've always had bouts of low level depression. This one is lasting a while and so I've seen a GP. Getting blood done first and go from there (my bloods have always been normal, so not expecting an easy fix like I'm low in Iron or Vitamin D). I'm not someone dwelling on trauma. Covid hasn't really impacted my life. I don't have a stressful life. Home life is good. I've always had levels of social anxiety, but i don't get anxious about anything else. I'm not someone who worries about much. I'm flat, lack energy, lack motivation. Joyful things are a lot less joyful these days. Things seem kind of pointless. I'm tired. My big social hobby I just feel like quitting. Being around a bunch of people on the weekend was just exhausting. I'm irritable. I've looked at a few different online resources the GP suggested while waiting for results. Mood gym, Mind Spot etc. Nothing there has really helped so far or gelled for me. GP has suggested the possibility of a psychologist, which I'm not opposed to, but i certainly don't feel like I'm holding onto trauma or anything like that. I suppose I'm just kind of thinking is anything really going to work for me? I've never been an energetic, go-getting, extroverted sort of person and honestly, that's not what i aspire to be either. I just want some joy out of the life routine I'm going to have to live for at least a few decades still.

Luna_Fate New to BB, need guidance
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Hello I have tried to apply for disability once and was denied. I wonder, I have generalised anxiety disorder, OCD, mild/moderate depression, thoughts of self harm, intrusive thoughts constantly, avoidance of almost anything but not agoraphobic, chil... View more

Hello I have tried to apply for disability once and was denied. I wonder, I have generalised anxiety disorder, OCD, mild/moderate depression, thoughts of self harm, intrusive thoughts constantly, avoidance of almost anything but not agoraphobic, childhood witness of sexual inappropriate behaviour, child of alcoholic, fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue syndrome, arthritis, and a few more. Why do you feel they believe I can work? I tried working and now feel like I want to hide away in a home made fort like a kid with my cat. I do have a partner but he doesn't fully understand. As I write this I feel emotional. I feel sad and angry he doesn't get it but at the same he has only ever had one anxiety attack since I've known him and I helped him best I could. The Dr did also and he was ok. No residual anxiety. I just need to know, I'm on meds but have not seen a Psychiatrist, just continuing with what seems to work. I am in need of a Psychologist but not sure how to find out how many appointments are free? I think that was a Lot to post for first post. Sorry

Rishie Wondering if therapy is for me
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Hello, My best friend has had therapy for over a year. She has a really good therapist and she has found it really helpful. I have depression and I am wondering if therapy is for me. One thing about me is that I find it far easier to write about how ... View more

Hello, My best friend has had therapy for over a year. She has a really good therapist and she has found it really helpful. I have depression and I am wondering if therapy is for me. One thing about me is that I find it far easier to write about how I feel, but talking about things does not come easily for me. I could write for an hour about what I think and feel and what's happening with me, but talking with someone for that time, even with them leading the conversation and asking questions, I think I'd find that really hard. When I'm really depressed, i would rather write a poem or write in my diary about what's going on with me, I'm able to express myself more clearly and go deeper by writing than by talking about it with someone, even someone I trust. I guess what I'm asking is, does anyone else have this kind of issue? If so, have you found therapy helpful? Any advice would be welcome. Thank you.

Steve3_87 RE: Bulk Billing Psychiatrist
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Hi all Im trying to find a bulk billing psychiatrist. I need to see one for some medication for my ADHD. Can anyone recommend any ones that bulk bill even if i have to do one via video chat doesnt bother me. I just cant afford to pay the expense and ... View more

Hi all Im trying to find a bulk billing psychiatrist. I need to see one for some medication for my ADHD. Can anyone recommend any ones that bulk bill even if i have to do one via video chat doesnt bother me. I just cant afford to pay the expense and need this medication asap. TIA

Rupes79 How long to persevere with therapy
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Hi Everyone I’ve been working with a psychologist for 6 months now and I don’t feel I am showing any improvement. If anything, I feel more despondent than when I started. Has anyone had a similar experience? How long do you persevere? The psychologis... View more

Hi Everyone I’ve been working with a psychologist for 6 months now and I don’t feel I am showing any improvement. If anything, I feel more despondent than when I started. Has anyone had a similar experience? How long do you persevere? The psychologist came highly recommended and I can tell she’s very experienced so starting to think it’s me and not her and that starting again with someone else is going to see myself in the same position 6 months down the track. Is there any advice that can be offered? thank you

Blueberry Cheese Medication dependance
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Hello. Just a quick background - I’ve been taking antidepressants for years now with different sedatives along the way. I am being treated for Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. My question is, will I be able to get off the medications without therapy a... View more

Hello. Just a quick background - I’ve been taking antidepressants for years now with different sedatives along the way. I am being treated for Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. My question is, will I be able to get off the medications without therapy and go on with my life? Like a normal one. I just wanted to know if there is a possibility.

24yearoldgirl Side effects
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Does anyone else get side-effects from medications? I've been diagnosed with a psychosis, and schizophreniform disorder, the medication I was previously on gave me a lot of fatigue and agitation. Also couldn't sleep. I've started to hear voices now o... View more

Does anyone else get side-effects from medications? I've been diagnosed with a psychosis, and schizophreniform disorder, the medication I was previously on gave me a lot of fatigue and agitation. Also couldn't sleep. I've started to hear voices now or people talking about me, and my doctor wants me on a new med, which can apparently cause weight-gain, agitation, low energy, nausea and permanent tremors.