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New with a question: Anyone do therapy but no meds pp?

SalisburyBrideSalisburyBride
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My dad passed away two months ago from Leukemia. It was a quick diagnosis and a sudden passing. He was at the hospital with me for my first son three years ago. I am having a really hard time with him not being here for his second grandson and worrying about how my mom will handle being by herself. On top of that stress we moved recently and DH's job situation sucks. I have a lot of frustration towards DH because of it. A friend asked if I thought I needed meds and I don't think I need meds but would appreciate a non-biased third party just to talk to on a regular basis. I plan on mentioning this at my Ob appointment tomorrow and hopefully she can refer me to someone. I have a good support system but just think a non-friend, non-relative would be more beneficial so I can really say what I need to say about different situations rather than feeling that I have to sugar coat some things so I don't hurt anyones feelings. I can imagine after having #2 my emotions will be much more sensitive. I have never been to a therapist  - any tips or suggestions are appreciated!
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Re: New with a question: Anyone do therapy but no meds pp?

  • LauraKP05LauraKP05
    I have had depression before and I never did meds until right now as I need them.  In the past I did cognitive therapy which really helped me manage things as I could go and talk to my therapist about anything and he did not judge me.  He also taught me coping skills as I tend to talk negatively and I am too hard on myself.  The coping skills really helped as what I was doing obviously was not helping and I needed some new skills.  I would look for a therapist that focuses on cognitive therapy and in MN that is anyone other then the psychiatrist as they just deal mainly with medications.  I hope you get some help and good luck:) 
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