Is there such a thing as a free or cheap psychiatrist? Pretty much the title. Ive been feeling very depressed lately and I cannot afford an actual psychiatrist or...
Anonymous replied:
Do you work full time at a large company? If so your company may have an EAP (employee assistance program) that can give you some visits.
lacroixgrape replied:
A lot of doctors have sliding scale rates, as well. Check with your local health department.
Anonymous replied:
City and county health clinics. There are low-income clinics at least where we are. Also, might wish to focus on diet and exercise - brisk walks each day can help a lot. St. Johns Wort.
Chefbexter replied:
I recommend this book The Depression Workbook: A Guide for Living with Depression and Manic Depression, Second Edition ISBN-13: 978-1572242685, ISBN-10: 157224268X It helped me.
HomarusAmericanus replied:
There was some kind of chatroom staffed with qualified therapists I found once. Of course it is covered in disclaimers that it is NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR IN-PERSON THERAPY but it might be a good start. I'll see if I can find it again. Edit: I think the one I found before was Talkspace, but googling "therapy chat" turns up lots of similar services. I can't vouch for Talkspace or any others but it might be worth checking out.
DutchessPeabody replied:
Yes. Look into free emergency psych clinics. In my city we have quite a few. You will go to whichever one serves the people living in your zipcode.
KeronCyst replied:
If nothing else works, you can always take a shot at /r/KindVoice.
setyte replied:
Look into your local university. You might be able to get cheap help if you enroll in a class. The on campus "community psychological service" might just be affordable since they are often in training.
Also don't knock suicide prevention, help is help. If you are exhibiting physiological symptoms of depression than you are already in an abnormal way. Immediately seek help, also look into physiological issues. Take a good multivitamin with fish oil, look into it there are few vitamins, b-complex, theanine, d. Start getting enough sleep, but not too much as that is a symptom of depression too. Oh and a probiotic, there is recent research linking an imbalance in the gut to depression, which is why researchers start disqualifying subjects with conditions like IBS and other gut problems as it's now recognized to contributing to depression and abnormal brain chemistry.
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/?term=probiotic+depression
Good Luck
Anonymous replied:
If you're a student at a university, some schools offer free or super discounted counseling for their students. My university gave each student 10 free sessions and then it was like $12 each after that during the school year.
Anonymous replied:
NAMI.org might be a good place to look into for resources.
Modern_Tom_Sawyer replied:
If you just want to talk to someone, tell Amazon Alexa you want to talk to Eliza. It's a computerized therapist program.
bobbyjellybean replied:
I'm sure you have already considered this, but it may be worth calling your insurance company if you have one about costs. I personally have an HMO plan and I can get some specific number of sessions per year covered with just having to pay a co-pay (for me is $20/session, which isn't bad if I go once or twice a month) and I want to say it's like 30 or 32 sessions a year, then after that it's not covered. Certainly it's not a solution for everyone but definitely check if you have insurance- my company has a specific phone line for mental health care questions too.
thebabes2 replied:
Have you spoken to your regular doctor about this? Your first step should be to rule out any physical factors that could be causing the symptoms. Thyroid issues, for example, can mimic the symptoms of depression. Go back to your GP for a simple blood test and see what comes back. After that they may be able to refer you to local resources that offer a sliding scale. If you're very low income you may qualify for free care; my sister did, but the quality of it was pretty atrocious. Maybe she just had bad luck.
larrymoencurly replied:
[THIS](https://vignette2.wikia.nocookie.net/peanuts/images/4/49/Lucy-van-pelt-1-.jpg/revision/latest?cb=20101130041135), but there are clinics that charge different rates according to patient income.
District98 replied:
Churches have resources for cheap or free counseling and it won't necessarily be dogmatic if you pick a neutral denomination. I'd shoot for Episcopalian or Unitarian or something like that.
AkirIkasu replied:
If you are low-income, many of the more progressive states have support services that will help you with paying for a psychologist or at least group therapy. If you have insurance, they may also offer psych benefits. I know first hand how hard it can be to live with depression. Talking to people really helps quite a lot, even if it doesn't feel like it at first.
SonOfTheLivingGod replied:
Try your local pastor Brother;)
MrCheapskate_toyou replied:
Most of them are pretty money-hungry, tbh.
18thcenturyPolecat replied:
Friends. Talk to them:
Anonymous replied:
Colleges or other places that cater to low income individuals sometimes offer free/reduced price services.
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janitor1986 replied:
Try your local Department of health and human services, they helped me out before. If all else fails check yourself in to the hospital mental health ward; it sounds scary but its not bad. Very understanding.
falsepam replied:
What state? Look up community service board. They offer free, state funded services. At least in Georgia. I'd google csb mental health and your state. Should yield results
Nernox replied:
I hate to link to it but this BuzzFeed article covers it's bases well - just ignore the ignorant humor, the tips are sound through #10. https://www.buzzfeed.com/annaborges/affordable-therapy?utm_term=.oiX152 qzB#.fdwjl2OXn
sylvia_wrath replied:
7 cups.com And an alternative to a suicide or crisis hotline is what's known as a "warm"line and meant to be a resource for people who could benefit from a compassionate listener but aren't in crisis or suicidal http://www.warmline.org/
tragiccity replied:
Look for a Nurse Practitioner who specializes in Psych. Nurse Practitioners are qualified/certified to do pretty much everything a Psychiatrist does, including making diagnoses and prescribing medications. Because NPs are technically nurses and not doctors, visits with one will cost less and potentially last longer, but an experienced NP will be just as good as the Psychiatrists they work alongside. Check through your local community mental health clinic, or go through a group like NAMI to find local resources. Source: My mom is a Psych NP who works for a community mental health clinic.
Hello, I was wondering does anyone have an amazing doctor like a primary care for physician they absolutely love? I need to find a new doctor. I'm now on my 27th ear...
Lori S. replied:
Dr. Hani Ibrahim is the best ear nose throat doctor. Weymouth
Marybeth O. replied:
Mass Eye and Ear I believe they have a office at Crown Colony Dr Konowitz is fabulous
Laura B. replied:
Go see Dr Konowitz in Crown Colony, he is a great ENT
Mike K. replied:
Dr Mark Ostrem. He used to be out of Carney in Dorchester - Now works for Compass Medical.
Dorothy L. replied:
Massachusetts Eye and Ear Associates (Quincy) South Suburban Center, 500 Congress Street, Suite 2B Quincy, MA 02169 Also has offices@Milton Hospital/ BID, I think a Weymouth Office as well. But right there in Quincy. Weymouth Office. Dr. Edward J. Reardon. very good. I had re-grown tonsils & lingual tonsils removed@Mass Eye & Ear. GREAT PRACTICE! Good Luck
Cindy M. replied:
Dr Bruce Suzuki., Brookline, MA. My story, had sinus infection after sinus infection!!! Also had to go to ER. All missed the diagnosis! Then the ear noise began and I made calls in anger...the BI located a senior, private practice physician. I had SHINGLES in my sinuses and My hearing was at risk. He diagnosed properly, treated and hearing was protected!! At South Shore, Dr Richard Hill is an ENT. Do your homework!!
Sherry M. replied:
Dr Konowitz. Crown Colony. He's awesome
Debbie C. replied:
Jill DiStasio
Silvia B. replied:
Dr.Konowitz, he is a specialist Sr. with ears,eyes and throat, at crown colony in Quincy and also in Boston
Brenda V. replied:
My dad has been going to Dr Konowitz for years, been to another dr in that practice but likes Konowitz much better.
Pamela S. replied:
Dr Konowitz helped me in one visit after I was going through the same thing a few years ago. Highly recommend.
Bonnie F. replied:
Love dr john turner he is located in weymouth 1 (781) 812-2880 571 Main Street
Cheryl L. replied:
Definitely Mass Eye and Ear at Crown Colony in Quincy!!
Laura D. replied:
Primary care. Compass medical Dr. Mark Ostrem
Doug B. replied:
Dr. John Mulkern, Family Physician, 700 Congress St, 3 rd floor at Crown Colony in Quincy --simply a great doctor with a wonderful staff .
Lisa S. replied:
Dr. Peter Ambrus, 500 Congress St, Crown Colony 2 nd Floor.
Kristine L. replied:
Mass Eye & Ear
Doug B. replied:
Best ENT I know of is Dr. Peter Ambrus, 300 Congress St. 2 nd floor, Crown Colony, Quincy .
Stephen D. replied:
As so many people said you need a specialist not a primary care person and fortunately we have a Mass Eye an Ear place in Quincy at Crown Colony. Konowitz or and of the ENT doctors there will fix it. Mass Eye and Ear is rated the number one ENT hospital in the country.
Susan O. replied:
Mass Eye and Ear
Diana H. replied:
Dr. Singh -340 wood rd. In Braintree, Mass. 1-781-849-11111
Lisa B. replied:
I second Dr Peter Ambrus! Both my children have seen him for ear issues and had surgeries. I also have seen him for sinus issues. He's great!
Donna F. replied:
Go to Mass Eye and Ear at Mass General Hospital
Lisa M. replied:
Sounds like you need tubes put in your ears. Boston University has a great ear nose throat office. Good luck
Can anyone recommend a great Orthopedic doctor in the Quincy South Shore area? I have a meniscus tear in my kneecap with fluid. It is extremely painful. This just...
Martha F. replied:
I had it happen and had surgery. First thing the doctor did was to take a needle and drain the fluid. Then I had the surgery (day surgery and maybe 45 minutes of surgery and an hour in recovery) and then PT to get the movement back. I used http://www.ocpn.com/ in Easton
Craig E. replied:
Doctor Berry Milton hospital
Janice M. replied:
Dr. Eric Berkson he is associated with Mass General but has an office at Patriot Place. He used to be at South Shore Orthos and he was one if the Drs for the Patriots and Red Sox. He did my knee and shoulder.
Peggy T. replied:
Dr. DiCecca is a perfectionist. He did my rotator cuff and total knee.
Michael C. replied:
Dr. Mike Marcchetti. SSH
Antoinette M. replied:
Dr. McConville. Located in the new buildings in Hingham excellent. Did my surgery a year ago still working on it
Sharon K. replied:
Dr Marchetti South Shore Orthopedics
Karen C. replied:
South shore orthopedics, Dr McConville near Derby St hingham
Linda C. replied:
Dr berry at Milton Hospital. He's great and really knows his stuff
Cindy C. replied:
Dr McNeil in Stoughton is awesome.
Caryn S. replied:
Dr Berry BID Milton
Maureen C. replied:
Craig and my sons have gone to Orthopedic Specialist in Easton Dr Worman.
Lee L. replied:
Dr. Berry - BID Milton - replaced by knee and hip... great Doc!
Margie P. replied:
Dr Hom weymouth
Mary F. replied:
Dr Berry - Milton
Cindy P. replied:
South shore orthopedic. Just had surgery for that exact thing! Dr Ayres
Katelyn B. replied:
Personally I had to have hip surgery and had two doctors in the Milton area who weren't the best. I ended up going to New England Baptist and saw Dr. Geoffrey Van Flandern and it was the best move I've made
Karen S. replied:
Thank you everybody for your referrals and comments. I think I'm going to go to Dr. Berry at Milton Hospital. Many people replied and recommended him saying he is the best. I also looked up his vitals and like what I read. Thanks agsin everyone
Eileen C. replied:
New England Baptist Hospital specialize in orthopedics. I work there. Highly recommend.
Jane G. replied:
Dennis Burke, MD Milton hospital formerly of MGH...outstanding. I was an OR nurse at MGH and knew him there.
Theresa K. replied:
Dr. Rosen, from Hancock Street, Quincy.
Jennie R. replied:
Dr. Robert Patz Milton but uses New England Baptist he is Amazing!
Peggy T. replied:
Dr. Charles DiCecca. Crown Colony. Absolutely the best!!!!
Rita W. replied:
I had a shoulder replacement at S.S. in Aug. Dr. McConville (sports medicine) from s.s. orthopedics did the surgery. I'm still going thru PT, but he knows his stuff, big time. I would call them, or go on line, and check out doctors there. look at the reviews, check out their credentials etc.
So my Elderly mom's primary care doctor is retiring, we need to find her a new doctor. She will be 90 next year and I would like to find someone who specializes in...
Susan L. replied:
Dr Michelle Chabot Milton hospital does nursing homes one day a week she's good with everyone
Diane D. replied:
Dr Cindy Cullinane at Granite Medical. She is wonderful with my 85 year old mother.
Joan K. replied:
Dr Marquis at BI healthcare Crown Colony is wonderful. Also, Dr Oates at GrAnite Medical is amazing. He taught at BU Medical specializes in geriatrics and will go to the home if patient is in area that he travels. Named as one of the top 100 docs in geriatrics by US News
Darlene C. replied:
(508) 897-6130Dr Bresnahan so so nice!!
Robin C. replied:
Dr. Richard Marquis. Everyone in his office is great. Including nurse practitioners: Carolyn Dolan and Dolly. In crown colony and just a very good healthcare office.
Monique C. replied:
Dr Richard Marquis Quincy
Marie M. replied:
My mom had Dr Marquis while in a nursing home and liked him.
Jayne P. replied:
My mom is 91 and goes to Dr Cynthia Cullinane at Crown Colony specializes in Geriatrics Mom loves because she is female!
Irene K. replied:
I am an elderly caregiver and I have a few clients who have their primary care providers at Milton Hospital! They are very happy with their doctors!
Eileen D. replied:
Dr. Sara Kelly@HarvardVanGuard in Braintree is great! My mom is 91, and she really likes her.
Donna S. replied:
Dr Carmel Kelly in Randolph on Randolph Ave ...attends at Milton hospital...just wonderful !!
Christine K. replied:
Dr. Richard Marquis. Office in crown colony. Mom loves him.
Nancy G. replied:
Dr Amparo Gordian from Crown Colony. She specializes in geriatrics. She is extremely nice.
Can anyone advise on a doctor for my mum who is visiting? I'm still new here and don't have my own yet so no idea where to go. Thanks
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Rachael C. replied:
Neponset Health Center (I work there) at 398 Neponset ave Dorchester. Just across the bridge from Quincy. You will need to talk to the financial counselor about the fee scale and insurance as I assume your mom doesn't have any US health insurance. They will see you regardless of her ability to pay.
Can anyone suggest a good female primary care doctor in Quincy for a friend who is moving to our fair city. Thanks.
Amanda N. replied:
Dr Moss. Quincy Harvard Vanguard Medical Associates on Hancock. It's multi specialty. One stop shopping for ALL your medical health needs!
Mariah G. replied:
Sofia Chu at Manet is amazing! She listens to whatever concerns you have and gives excellent advice, I recommend her.
Laura L. replied:
Harvard Vangaurd has some of the nicest caring Doctors and Nurses,best place for all your health care needs!Quincy ctr and Braintree
Erin F. replied:
Loved Dr. Moss at Harvard vanguard in Quincy and Dr. Thomas at braintree
Erica P. replied:
Pat Hopkins 500 Crown Colony is great!
Joanne R. replied:
Dr. Margaret Brown at Manet at Snug Harbor is very good. But she's a nurse practitioner. I don't know who they have for doctors
Ronald M. replied:
Dr. Xinping Ren. She was w/Manet Community Health Ctr and is now at a doctors group in a building across the street from North Quincy HS.
Gayle S. replied:
Erin Nay at tufts med center@crown colony. Her hours are limited because she has young kids but she is awesome
Kelly C. replied:
Trang Le ; all female staff too
Katelynn C. replied:
Beth Israel crown
Louise S. replied:
Dr Call is very good but I don't think she does paps
Cathy B. replied:
Brenda Villard Never had any problems with my doctor Dr. Saima Khan. It was her that sent me for a MRI and discovered that I had a aneurysm. She is located at Granite Medical.
Patricia B. replied:
Granite Medical has lots of female drs. Go onto teir web site
Steve M. replied:
I concur. Granite Medical has many female doctors. I have Dr. Del Gado.
Lisa M. replied:
Granite Medical in Crown Colony has lots of doctors, primary care as well as specialist.
Rose C. replied:
Dr. Culline at granite medical
Fran F. replied:
Dr. Brigida Call....McGrath Highway.
Sandy B. replied:
Dr. Cullinane (Cynthia) at Granite Medical. Love her!!!
Karen G. replied:
Dr. Gupta at Crown Medical. On Furnace Brook Pkwy.
Hi not sure if this allowed admin please delete if not. I am looking for a new primary care doctor in the Quincy Braintree area and wanted some suggestions. Would prefer...
Paolina K. replied:
In the Crown Colony Development off Burgin Park had many PC doctors. I had Dr. Nancy Drew & really liked her
Ronald M. replied:
Manet Health in N Quincy is where I go to see Dr Vikram Butani.
Nancy G. replied:
Dr Nancy Drew is popular and always booked, not taking new patients. I see Dr Gordian from Granite Medical at Crown Colony and find her to be nice.
Jeannie P. replied:
Did not like Granite Medical. Primary Dr missed something big. Next door is Beth Isreal at crown colony. Think a new male Dr just joined practice . That is where I go now