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jaime5121jaime5121
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So, I saw my psychiatrist yesterday for a follow-up to weaning off my Zololft.  For the most part, we were both happy with how I am doing.  There are a few hiccups - I'm having trouble falling asleep, a little more emotional than usual.  Those things aren't that unusual, and as long as they don't get any worse, she's not worried.  Here is the kicker.  She said if I wanted to stay off of my meds, but needed to talk to someone, she didn't have a problem with I wanted to see a therapist!  Am I being totally naive, or isn't that HER job also???? Can't a psychiatrist do talk therapy too?  Please, let me know if I'm way off base here, cause I was totally blind sided yesterday when she said that.  Thanks!!
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  • lavenlovelavenlove
    I would find a good therapist if I were you. I think that psychiatrists are more into prescribing meds than doing therapy.
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  • PnkBridePnkBride member
    Yep, most psychiatrists today just monitor meds.  You need to find a good therapist. Look for a Licensed Profesional Therapist or a Clinical Social Worker who specializes in therapy.  I have seen a Clinical Social Worker for about 4 years and have been very pleased.  Good luck!
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  • StarryNight39StarryNight39
    I have 2 seperate doctors. A therapist I see weekly for talk and CBT therapy and a psychiatrist that I see monthly who monitors my meds.
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