Do I Need A Therapist A Consumer S Guide To Navigating Mental Health Services

Practical Advice for Finding the Right Therapist This consumer's guide, written in plain language for everyday people, will help you navigate through the maze of mental health. Therapy is not for everyone, so if you are seeking answers, do not spend money and years in treatment before you read this book. Knowledge can empower you. Maybe you are wondering about: grief stress depression couples work your child's behavior or other therapy concerns... If so, this step-by-step guide will transform your perspective from confused and overwhelmed to informed and clear about your next steps. Dr. Jenny Simon, a professional insider, will empower you to understand what those letters mean behind a therapist's name, how much therapy costs and why different practitioners charge different prices, what a diagnosis means, how using medication to treat a problem differs from talk therapy, and what the common types of treatment are. Here, you will find the resources, insight, and clear guidance to empower you to feel confident about your choices. In Do I Need a Therapist? you will learn: How to find the right therapist Practical suggestions that are simple, clear, and easy to follow The pros and cons about using health insurance Tips on what types of treatment would work best for you and your situation What really happens in a counseling session Praise for Do I Need a Therapist? "Finally! A critical missing link in the healing journey has been restored!" -Jonathan Ellerby Ph.D., Bestselling author of Inspiration Deficit Disorder "Jenny brings great wisdom and caring to her new book. It's like talking with a trusted friend." -Chip McAuley, Ph.D., Consciousness Theorist "Therapy is not for everyone, but if you are seeking help, this book should be your first stop as it provides an excellent view into the counseling field." -Dr. Scott A. Myers, Higher Education Professional Scroll up and order your copy of Do I Need a Therapist? today.

A unique consumer resource for understanding mental health treatment With over 250 models of counseling and psychotherapy currently used to treat emotional problems and serious mental illness, figuring out where to look for the right services can be a daunting task. A Consumer’s Guide to Mental Health Services offers pragmatic solutions for those considering or already beginning treatment. It helps you to make important decisions regarding whether seeing a psychiatrist, a social worker, a counselor, or a psychologist is best for your particular needs. It also explores health insurance and coverage of treatment as well as how long it may take for you to begin feeling like yourself again. This valuable text looks at the intricacies of the mental health care system and provides a helpful summary that is both accessible and useful. If you’ve ever tried to find help for a major life transition, depression, or anxiety and have been overwhelmed by the options for mental health treatment, you are not alone. A Consumer’s Guide to Mental Health Services is a unique text that breaks down the vast array of service options with a critical eye so consumers can get the vital information they need in a straightforward and accessible way. This comprehensive text even includes a “Questions to Ask” section that will help you find the right clinician to fit your exact needs. Some of the topics A Consumer’s Guide to Mental Health Services covers in detail are: causes of mental health problems the three main models of mental health how clinicians who use the different models view mental health types of providers available and the different services they offer talk therapies and medications ethical codes of all professions consumers’ rights the insurance industry, its history and current role matching treatment to the problem alternatives to therapy and much more! A Consumer’s Guide to Mental Health Services is a valuable and practical resource for anyone considering or beginning mental health treatment or their family and friends. It is also a useful addition for educators or students working through introductory courses in all of the major mental health fields.

A comprehensive resource for of the wide range of mental health services available to consumers that uses a critical eye to expose the truths and fictions beyond the promises.

This book features over 50 of the industry’s brightest female pioneers who share insightful lessons backed by several years of experience, as well as tips for navigating a successful career in HIT. The intent of this book is to provide the opportunity to capture stories from highly successful women to inspire the next generation who want to pursue a career in HIT and to inspire those already working in the field who are eager to advance in their careers. This book also provides insights on industry opportunities, ways to deal with harassment, the history of female tech innovators, and negotiating competitive salary and employment agreements. Additional industry experts provided guidance on tapping into venture capital funding and tools for career development. A comprehensive resource guide and glossary of industry terms are also included. Co-authors included: Amy Sabillon, MSI, Ayanna Chambliss, CAP, SHRM-CP, Lindsay Rowlands, MHA, and Stacey B. Lee, JD.

An easy companion for finding the right counselor or psychotherapist.

An unapologetic exploration of the Black mental health crisis—and a comprehensive road map to getting the care you deserve in an unequal system. We can’t deny it any longer: there is a Black mental health crisis in our world today. Black people die at disproportionately high rates due to chronic illness, suffer from poverty, under-education, and the effects of racism. This book is an exploration of Black mental health in today’s world, the forces that have undermined mental health progress for African Americans, and what needs to happen for African Americans to heal psychological distress, find community, and undo years of stigma and marginalization in order to access effective mental health care. In The Unapologetic Guide to Black Mental Health, psychologist and African American mental health expert Rheeda Walker offers important information on the mental health crisis in the Black community, how to combat stigma, spot potential mental illness, how to practice emotional wellness, and how to get the best care possible in system steeped in racial bias. This breakthrough book will help you: Recognize mental and emotional health problems Understand the myriad ways in which these problems impact overall health and quality of life and relationships Develop psychological tools to neutralize ongoing stressors and live more fully Navigate a mental health care system that is unequal It’s past time to take Black mental health seriously. Whether you suffer yourself, have a loved one who needs help, or are a mental health professional working with the Black community, this book is an essential and much-needed resource.

A dizzying array of popular psychology books, articles, and promotion campaigns tout a multitude of remedies for psychological problems. If you or someone you know is seeking therapy, this excellent reference book will provide needed guidance for navigating the mental health maze.