“If your car isn’t working you would take it to the mechanic.”
“Mental health care is just like physical healthcare. Take care of your body and your mind.”
“Going to a therapist isn’t weakness, it’s a sign of strength.”
Ever heard any of these? Me too. And, as a therapist, I believe them wholeheartedly. But, just because mental health care is as important as physical health care does not mean it is as easy to access. For a variety of reasons, acquiring mental health care can be challenging. Today we will address several of these difficulties and provide ideas and resources to help get the care you need! (To read about each of these obstacles in full, link to the post I wrote with Partners in Prevention below.)
- Internal Resistance
- External Resistance
- Cost
- Finding a “Good Therapist”
- Wait Time
Anne Rulo 