Terrified...

[paigexnicole_]

I've been off my medication for 2 years now and I'm terrified to find a new doctor to get put back on medication... My anxiety is out of control I can't drive anywhere but work otherwise I freak out. My depression comes and goes now. I can't go back to my old doctor because I moved and I can't drive that far to see her it's too much... Anyone have any advice to get me to a new doctor or how to find a good one?

[Agora1]

paigexnicole, the thing in finding a new doctor or even therapist requires looking for someone who doesn't have a year wait list. It use to mean that they were the better ones with a good practice, but therapy is all about how you connect with the doctor.

Since traveling far is not an option for you, I would start with private practices near you as well as teaching hospitals where you might get in sooner by seeing a resident. You won't really know what works for you best until you've had a couple sessions. It's one of the reasons that I never recommend doctors. We each have our own characteristics, what works for me may not for you. I wish you well. I know it's not easy. xx

[Indigojoe in reply to Agora1]

AND, Trust your instincts about the doctor. IF you get into an appointment with any new doctor, YOUR ARE IN CONTROL of the appointment. THEY WORK FOR YOU. (ok shouted just a little bit)

I totally and completely understand what you are talking about and I swear this happened to me when I moved here.

The doctors were just like penny candy. A dime a dozen and not impressive one bit. BAD listeners, no insight.

SO paige, trust yourself to know when you get in with a good doc.

You have authority over your feelings, attitudes and beliefs. You deserve to find a doctor whom you can develop trusting relationship with.

I asked the neighbors, who they went to, the man at the local gas station, the lady at the grocery.

I had to find somebody right in my neighborhood too.

You will find what you need.

[captained49]

Search the Web or Goggle Drs who work with anxiety.