Counselors & Therapists: Myself
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Therapist, Counselor, or Psychologist?
Asked by A.B. from Punta Gorda
on September 1, 2011
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For a long time now I have felt like "talking with someone" would help me deal with some of my issues and tendencies in my life. I tend to overreact to negative things...
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- I have gone through counseling--on and off for a period of about 5 years, starting around the time I graduated from college. I want to encourage you to not get discou...
- It depends on "why" you are going to them. All three are capable of engaging you in talk therapy, but each has a different training background and licensure/certifica...
- They are pretty interchangeable, but to present themselves as a psychologist would mean that they have a specific doctorate degree in psychology, whereas a limited li...
Should I Look for a Psychologist or Therapist?
Asked by K.R. from San Diego
on November 15, 2010
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Motherhood brings on HUGE life changes--hormonal imbalances, career changes, and responsibility for totally dependent little people.
I'm struggling to deal... I...
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- Hi K.! Also, don't rule out good nutrition and proper rest. - eating more dark leafy greens and other things your specific body/blood type needs. (Consult a good n...
- In my experience, psychologists are far better qualified than therapists. I would see if their morals jive with yours. Neither therapists nor psychologists can presc...
- I went through this. Do you know anyone that has seen someone? The best thing to look for is someone that you click with. Themselves as people, and also their metho...
Seeking a Marriage Counselor...
Asked by M.H. from Detroit
on January 14, 2007
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My husband and I desperately need a marriage counselor now. Any suggestions for a good therapist in Troy or surrounding areas? If he/she accepts insurance, that's a plus.
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- I don't know of one, but if you find one please let me know. My husband and I are going thru a terrible time right now, and our son turns one this Sunday, we both wan...
- Kathleen A. Erz, M.A. Limited Licensed Psychologist ###-###-#### Couseling& Development Clinic 22301 Greater Mack Ste. #3 St. Clair Shores, MI 48080 She do...
- Check out Perspectives of Troy. They have marriage counselors there I've heard great things about. ###-###-####. They're Christian counselors, but if you don't want...
Seeking Recommendation for Marriage Counselor
Asked by L.E. from Washington DC
on January 4, 2009
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I am looking for recommendations for a good counselor, psychologist or therapist located in the Montgomery or Frederick County areas to help me with some marriage issu...
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- Joshua Hull, Ph. D. ###-###-#### Provided my husband and me with premarital counseling and we continued for up to a year after we got married. The process was quit...
- I went, as well as several of my friends. Even if you are not Christian, they will work with you and give you the tools to work towards a healthy marriage. Ephesian...
- L., I think it is so great you are moving in this direction. Years ago when my boys were newborn and two, my husband and I were so tired, so overwhelmed we seemed to f...
Know a Good Family Psychologist or Therapist?...
Asked by P.G. from Phoenix
on October 31, 2008
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My family and I are going through some rough times due to my 13 year old step-son moving in with us. Do any of you awesome parents out there know of a good fam...
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- Jewish Family and Children's Services has several very good therapists. And what's more they all specialize in different family dynamics. You can look them up. Ther...
- Hi P., Several years ago my now ex-husband meet an amazing woman named Jane Fendelman. He brought home her book "Raising Humane Beings" and several of her cds. They...
- Hi P., I do have a great person. Her name is Shelly Hoffman off of 59th ave and Greenway. She has a techneque that helps process the past and so you can deal with t...
Marriage Counselor
Asked by M.B. from Kansas City
on November 22, 2009
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Hi Mamas,
I'm just wondering if any has gone to see a counselor and if it helped or hurt? If you know a good one or if the fact that needing to see a counselor is a s...
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- Hi M. I wish someone would have told me that being married was something you had to work on all the time! I think seeing a counselor or talking with your pastor mean...
- counseling is not a sign of the end. It's an act of unselfish courage for both the husband and wife. It takes trust, dedication and an ability not to judge as you open...
What Should I Expect from a Counselor?
Asked by J.S. from Casper
on March 26, 2011
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Hi moms... I have been wondering what should I expect from a counselor? Are they supposed to give advice or do they just listen? I would like to find one that is wil...
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- Be sure to ask them about their style in the first 1 or 2 mtgs, so you won't be disappointed if it isn't what you are looking for. Usually they don't give "advice" but...
- I guess it really depends if you truly do want help or not. There are all kinds of counselors out there. Some that will just listen to you, some that will take your si...
- honey if you want a counselor who offers an honest opinion and feedback, dont pay someone to lay on their couch, sit down with a trusted friend, bring along a pan of g...
Seeking Psychologist in the NW Suburbs
Asked by T.J. from Chicago
on July 26, 2008
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Does anyone have any strong recommendations for a good psychologist in the NW suburbs? I am only looking to see a psychologist for prescribing medication but the one t...
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- Dr. Aldridge through Alexian Brothers Outpatient Practice in Hoffman Estates. She specializes in working with women. Very nice, easy to talk to. Call 1-866-ALEXIAN to ...
- You want a psychiatrist for medications, a psychologist or social worker is a therapist (no meds). Call your insurance to see who is in your network.
- Yes, you would need a psychiatrist to be able to prescribe meds. If you are looking for a very nice female lisc. clinical psychologist.. (check and see the type of cer...
Finding a Therapist
Asked by S.R. from Milwaukee
on May 1, 2012
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I have some things that I want to talk to a therapist about. My insurance will give me a list of names but how do I know who to pick or is good?
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- Hi Suzy- hope I'm not repeating too much. Do pick a few from the list and call them. They should allow a quick (and free) phone consult. If they don't, move on. On...
- Definitely try looking them(the ones give via insurance)up online for reviews, also check with your current doctor for recommendations. The sad part is you never know ...
- Many therapists have their own Web sites where you can get a feel for their areas of expertise, years of experience, etc. That might help narrow down your search, as w...
Marriage Counselor
Asked by M.G. from San Antonio
on April 4, 2008
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I have been married for almost 20 yrs. to a wonderful man... He treats me great and loves our 4 children very much. He has been experiencing some behavior changes. ...
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- We have a acounselor at our church and I think she deals with marriage issues. Call Alamo Height United Methodist Church at ###-###-#### and ask for the counselor Susa...
- There is a place called New Begginings Christian Counseling here is thier website http://www.newbeginningsclinic.com. My husband and I saw Gene Benidict and he is won...
- My husband and I went to Bob Peden. He is a christian but is not exclusivley a christian counselor and did wonders for my husband and me! I'm not sure of the cost beca...
