I found a therapist...finally

[NoRegret]

Our medical system is so messed up that it took me 5 months to get my 1st therapy appointment scheduled. I've been in therapy most of my life, I deal with clinical depression, anxiety, seasonal affect disorder, PTSD and OCD, let's see did I forget anything. Well, I have set up my 1st appointment many times in my years depending upon where I lived. I'm 65 now and I'm in my final residence. I won't be moving anymore, whew! This is the hardest time I have ever had getting an appointment. It was October, when I got the referral, contacted 1/2 dozen places trying to find someone who was taking new patients, I hit a wall by mid November. There are only a few Counselors in network that are close to me. Late December by chance I found "Life Matters" They took my insurance and could accept a new patient. I was supposed to receive a call back from the Therapist but I never did. Come to find out, right after Christmas the clinic Director passed away unexpectedly and business came to a halt (as it should) meanwhile , it is now January and I am awaiting that call from the Therapist, I receive it and schedule an appointment for March 1st. Whew, I am glad I am not currently suicidal. It is unbelievable that it took 5 months to get an appointment. I am keeping my fingers crossed that our repour is great because I understand that I am lucky I got an appointment at all. Apparently there is a lack of Therapists since the pandemic began. My positive thought for today is: Don't dwell on what didn't happen but rather be grateful for what did.

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Glad you finally have an appointment!

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I hear your frustration. I’m sure a lot of social workers, psychologists, and counselors are very overwhelmed and at least some of them probably would like some therapy themselves. I hope you get the help you need. 💖

[Melancholy12]

I’m curious to know what state you live in. That is way too long to wait but I am glad you are seeing someone soon enough.

[NoRegret in reply to Melancholy12]

I live in Utah.

[autumnmarie5]

Woah, 5 months!!! I agree, that is crazy and unbelievably sad. When people really need them they are so hard to find. I agree though, I had such a hard time finding one myself. I have great insurance since I'm still on my parents, and hardly any of them take insurance!!! I am not aware of why they don't but as someone who's in that profession wouldn't it be your calling to actually try to help someone... like in the mindset of whatever it takes? And I don't know if this is just me but therapists are expensive. The one I had seen once was so amazing!! She wanted to see me every other week but she wouldn't take my insurance and she was $135. Being 23 and out on my own that's not really affordable for me. I am hoping your appointment goes well and they are able to give you some relief 😊

[NoRegret in reply to autumnmarie5]

Thank you so much!