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Pyschologist left and no replacement
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Hi. I have been seeing a pyschologist for a while. Before she left, she gave me option to be discharged from the clinic or be put on a list for her replacement to takeover. I choose the latter. Heard nothing for a while and not well, I call initially and was told no replacement, and the second time, yes they have hired a new replacement. Replacement or secretary never contacted me when advised they would. So rang again and a bit of ping-pong, Im not sure who I spoke to be it receptionist or pyschologist herself, or someone else, but got told they are no longer offering services to historic patients. Only new patients with very specific situation will be sent to another department for limited counselling session. That they decided not to replace the specialised service. I am upset for other clients, and wrote to MPs, Dr's etc about how dangerous this is. Only got one response who said they were aware and there is difficulty finding qualified pyschologists. ATM, I calm down, still lost, but feel isolated. They say contact this or reach out, but I dont have that option. I am consider tapering off. Feeling really lost.
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Hello GeminiLion & welcome.
I'm sorry you are struggling to find another psychologist.
Have you spoken to your GP? They can help with finding a psychologist. Your GP is also someone to talk to about any meds you may be taking.
May I also suggest calling Beyond Blue directly on 1300 224 636. This is the number for the counselling service, so it is available to you anytime you feel the need to talk to someone.
You are also welcome to talk here on BB forums. If you look into the various sections, I'm sure you will find others to with similar circumstances to yours.
Hugzies
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Thanks for reply. I just found your reply so apology for late response. They restarted the counselling service and I actually tbh feel like I was responsible raising the awareness of its paramount importance for our community. The local hospital tried to cover it up with misleading statements. I dont want to get unwell so I will not go there. However, they decided to ditch all past clients and start afresh with a new strict criteria. I was forced to try private telehealth (but can not afford it /so far feeling I am going over old ground work). I am thinking maybe it is time to stand on my own two feet. I am no longer on meds but coping (nice not to feel like a vulcan anymore but having to learn to navigate emotions). Looking for proper self-help solid options (library books might better than fuzzy info sheets). I am now completely isolated again but trying to keep my head above the waves.
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