I do things irrationally often, so I just want some advice on what I should do now.

My anxiety has been increasing over the past few months, I only went to see a psychologist for the first time a week ago, I was so desperate, and have another appointment in a weeks time. I don't really like the psychologist, she doesn't seem to really care, like it's just a job for her. She made little jokes every now and then at my expense, I would've thought that she should know that makes it so much harder for me having anxiety? Should I go see a different psychologist? Should I see a psychiatrist? If I went to the local GP would they be able to prescribe some medication for me? Should I get medication, or is it an all-in-my-head problem?

I'm not sure what I should do, and my parents do not understand so I'm too scared to discuss this with them. I want to start getting better, it's never been this bad before.

Does that all make sense?

Any and all help would be much appreciated

Klaybird,

I think its really important for you to get anywhere with therapy that you are able to get along well with your therapist. I too have seen some people that just didnt not work for me and I never went back, just ended up finding someone else.

It would be a good idea if you go to your local GP and explain how your feeling becasue the psychologist cant prescribe you medication and if you dont like this person then its really not going to help you. Maybe when your there you can get a referral to see someone else.

I went to my GP first to get a referral to see some and he put me on medication. I also got assessed by the Mental Health team, so they could help me get the right medication and treatment, took awhile but it all eventually happened.

Hugs
Isabeau

I just went to my GP when my anxiety got out of control and she was able to prescribe me something and she did recommend I see a counselor or someone to talk to but not a psychologist exactly. I would definitely go see your GP. They know your medical history better anyway and can possibly explore health reasons why your anxiety is getting so bad.

Good luck and hang in there. I understand your desperation and there is hope!

Blessings, Rainey24

(((((((Klaybird))))))))

I think Isabeau has nailed it. I've dealt with some therapists that I simply did not like at all and one that I felt treated me very badly. I've also dealt with some who helped me a great deal and were very compassionate. If you don't feel that your therapist is treating you with respect, by all means find another one.

I agree with the others that seeing your GP can be a good idea. Medication may be appropriate now and he or she may be able to steer you to a better therapist.

ks