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Returning to Therapy... or am I?

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I started therapy a couple of years ago, and for a while, I wanted it to work, but...
  • I wasn't given an appointed until I was in real danger.
  • My psychiatrist kept switching meds from one month to another.
  • My psychologist, when prompted, said "What do you want a diagnosis for, anways?" and never gave me one.
  • My second psychiatrist immediately offered to change for a male psychiatrist as soon as she saw me.
Which is to say, I'm very reticent to start therapy again, since they all looked more interested in keeping me down and far from the headlines than in making me better. Bear in mind that as a thirldworlder I depend on public healthcare and whatever doctors are on duty, so I can't be picky.
I really need to get better, and back in the day I was on five different medications, but... How can I build confidence to return?


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Reply by ArcadeDan

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I mean I feel like with anything, it's all about ACTUALLY wanting to do it. Most people have it in their heart that they need to do it, but can sum the energy because they're not motivated. For me, how I rectify it is by staying in my head and constantly asking "what do I really want".


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Solid advice TBQFH. But it's quite scary to me in a lot of senses, namely:
  • What if I waste my time and health with useless professionals?
  • What if I open up too much and end up in the padded room?
  • What if some real change happens and my whole paradigm shifts completely?
In the end it's about fear, an emotion I can't get away from... without therapy.
Dagnabbit >_<


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I can relate to that feeling of losing trust in the system—it’s really tough when the people meant to help don’t seem to listen. What helped me was starting small and looking for care providers who truly explained things and worked with me. It reminded me of when I searched for a chiropractor near me and found Ace Chiropractic—the difference was in how they took time to understand my situation instead of rushing through. Sometimes just one good experience can slowly rebuild that confidence.


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I completely understand your hesitation—it’s tough to trust healthcare again after negative experiences. What helped me was starting small and combining approaches I could control. For example, I found a chiropractor near me in New Albany who focuses on advanced, gentle care. Their approach was so patient-centered and comfortable that it rebuilt my confidence in seeking treatment. Taking that first step with someone trustworthy and gentle made it easier to gradually re-engage with other therapies.


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