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dib4uk


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Posted Sat Jan 24th, 2009 9:24pm Post subject: Need to see a Psychiatrist, but not sure how?
Hey all.

Been waiting to see a psychologist or a pschyatrist for a couple of months now, been refered and I'm in the system.... I went to my doctors with depression last june- around the same time when I stopped work.

Bad back- depression- depression-bad back... Who knows??

I dont know what the system is like in other parts of England or Britain- but where i live in London- i assume slow.

With the aid of counselling from other sources - I am just - just- getting by.

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lustgarten


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Posted Sun Jan 25th, 2009 10:10am Post subject: Need to see a Psychiatrist, but not sure how?
Once the counselling and the talks to the doctors or even the meds (don't fight them) start to kick in and you get used to being able to talk about how you feel, you'll probably start feeling better.

You won't realise it at first, but one sunny day you might realise with surprise that you've changed. The trick then is to dump your emotional baggage for good then move on.

Doesn't always work like that but connecting with people and accepting what meagre help exists at least provides relief. And I always found anti-depressants made a massive difference.

Chin up, etc.

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craigm


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Posted Sun Jun 28th, 2009 7:27pm Post subject: Need to see a Psychiatrist, but not sure how?

How do you see a Psychologist: Find a Psychologist in the Yellow Pages, and call for an appointment. No GP referral required.
How much did it cost: Depends on the Psychologist. I was quoted ~$110/hour, but I'm guessing this varies. Private extras cover will cover some of the gap. I was told Medicare does not provide any coverage with Psychologists who consult privately. But please check upon making initial contact though.
How long is the initial waiting period: About 2 weeks depending on heavily booked the Psychologist is..
How long does each visit go for: Probably the same as for a Psychiatrist. But unknown.

Hope this helps,
Take care,
Pete

you can get doctor's referrals to clinical psychologist's in Australia, I'm not really sure what the difference is, but the $110 is private (you can usually get at least 2/3rds back on medicare) but by referral it can actually be bulk billed - although I did this through a university as a student

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Maxx England


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Posted Mon Jun 29th, 2009 10:04pm Post subject: Need to see a Psychiatrist, but not sure how?
I've gone inside my own head with the aid of Prozac in the past, sorted a lot of garbage out that needed it, confronted and defeated or shrunk demons to manageable sizes. It was slow, it was painful, but I can function now and my own message is to hang on tight and believe the sun can shine for you. There will be major catastrophic Black Dog downs along the way, but you do develop the intellectual muscles to carry the load and eventually they become strong enough to brush it aside.

The only way is forward. Now where's the bar?

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Firlefanz


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Posted Thu Aug 6th, 2009 6:25pm Post subject: Need to see a Psychiatrist, but not sure how?

and that was up as well.


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