Trying to find a therapist that accepts my insurance is difficult. Most want hundreds of dollars a month and who can afford that. So I am giving this a try to see if it helps with my mental health. Let's hope so.
therapists are providers the same way doctors or dentists are. Except the difference is that they take on the responsibility of nurturing and healing someoneâs mind, which is something that isnât even visible. Second hand trauma, amplified anxiety, then returning home to your friends and family housing all that information, on top of dealing with their own whatever theyâre dealing with is a lot. Therapy takes a lot of time for people, so it isnât like a doctor where you say, âhere are my symptoms, diagnose me and fix it, then Iâll come back once a month for 5 minutes to make sure Iâm good to go.â Itâs hours and hours for multiple times every single day. Each story with its own horrors and awful, sad details that a therapist has to put on a poker face for and try to remain professional. Once you step out that door, theyâre human, too, not superhuman. It leaves lasting effects on them, too. That type of help doesnât come free, and it shouldnât be expected to. On top of that, they are licensed, educated, well-trained individuals who worked hard to get where they are and owe thousands for it. Loans, bills, and life in general cost money. Thatâs how life works. Are there therapists that up-charge for services? Sure. Are there therapists that are corrupt with Iâll intentions? Sure. But thatâs in every profession. So, just like with any other, you move on and try someone else. To lump them all into a category of narcissistic is inaccurate and unfair.
It is incredibly frustrating to find a therapist that is covered by your insurance, but they are out there. If you chat with your insurance, they can typically give you a list of providers that they cover. Also, there are sliding scale options, and some therapists will even give you super bills to present to your insurance for reimbursement. View therapists the same way you would other providers. Youâll know if itâs a good fit after the first session. If not, keep moving until you click with someone. Itâs frustrating to navigate the health provider world, but youâve got this. Your insurance company will be your prime source of finding out who is covered, so donât let them tell you otherwise. Youâre very brave and courageous for seeking help AND coming here for help. You can do this, friendđ
Wow!! I have Medicare supplemental insurance. I am on disability because of the severity of my anxiety and personality disorder. Applied in 2003. Medicare/ Medicaid are difficult to get providers. On top of that therapists are in high demand so itâs hard to get into seeing someone because they have a packed schedule. I saw someone Friday. Next appointment I could get is January 13,2023. I felt like I could get along with her. And I have been going this long without seeing a therapist what 2 more months. If you donât have insurance try for SSDI or SSI and Medicaid? Iâd you want to go that route. Maybe you can get insurance that way??? It seems to be more like ever other week one gets to see a therapist, Like some one already said a slide scale fee maybe another opinionâŠ.or some who pay out of pocket can get a cash payment discount???? I am not sure if everyone does that but some places do. Another is to apply for assistance at the therapist office for financial assistance. Another thing to try. If they say no well admit least you tried.
Oh. Sorry AlexoRoberts. I didnât see your comment about having insurance but difficult to find someone. You can try calling your insurance for referral to who they cover. Pyschologytoday.com
Has lists of therapists and psychologists and psychiatrists you can look into for your area and if they take your insurance and if they are currently taking new patients. Give them a call to make sure they are accepting new clients, and your insurance. And follow up by calling your insurance company to
Make sure that the provider is in network as out of network can make it more experience.
I speak from experience of trying to find a therapist and psychiatrist before Itâs hard work. The demand for them is high especially with Covid-19 and less people going into those fields.
Sorry so long
unfortunately I donât qualify for Medicaid. Too much income. I used to have it but this state must have a lower income limit. I still have insurance and itâs pretty good.
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Trying to find a therapist that accepts my insurance is difficult. Most want hundreds of dollars a month and who can afford that. So I am giving this a try to see if it helps with my mental health. Let's hope so.
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