Posted by cabinet on November 29, 2009, at 11:39:25
In reply to Re: How to be ok, posted by Dinah on November 29, 2009, at 2:53:39
Thanks very much for your post and support. Since I started my new job almost a year ago I've been trying to find a psychiatrist/psychologist/counselor thru my insurance plan. At first I was focussing on psychiatrists because I have been seeing one for therapy and meds weekly over the past 3 years. Although he has been kind enough to continue thru telephone sessions, my insurance plan won't pay for out of network fees. (I live in the U.S.) . although he has given me a steep discount over the years due to my financial circumstances, i'm not sure what I should do. So far no luck with theapists in my ins plan for various reasons.
At the moment trying to cope with feeling that I have lost both my children, who live with their dad. I don't think I will ever get over losing him. I have distanced myself from my family because of alchohol abuse, although I've developed a good relationship with one sister over the years.
This is the 1st major holiday that I wasn't able to spend with my children. Despite all the good things that have happened over the past year, this has made me feel profoundly depressed.
I think I'm asking is it really possible to be ok without the support of family or friends, even with help from a therapist? Thanks very much in advance.
> It sounds like you've made exciting steps to creating a better than ok life for yourself. Congratulations!
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> I don't have any real advice for you other than that it takes time to build a new social network and support system. From what you've said, what you're feeling is pretty understandable.
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> Do you have a pdoc you trust and like at your new city? Maybe he could recommend someone.
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