Mental Health is for the Well To Do

I want therapy.
I'm pretty sure I need therapy.
But I can't afford therapy.

I don't have insurance, and I haven't seen a doctor in over 17 years for anything.
I've had illnesses that lasted weeks and injuries that lasted months, but all I could do was all I did and I just dealt with it all as it came and worked through the pain and suffering.

But yeah, it would probably be a good thing if I could talk to a mental health professional.

But I can't because shit ain't free and I ain't got money after my bills are paid.

It is what it is.

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DeluxedEdition · 26-30, F

Do you have a health department nearby? You can start there

I go to sliding scale clinics

HikingMan · 51-55, M

@DeluxedEdition I appreciate that. But yes, I’ve looked into all the supposedly affordable options.

I’m not out of control or spinning out in extremely unhealthy ways.

I just kind of wish I could afford real therapy or counseling.

I have read and am reading all types of self help books and am currently enrolled in a course on communication skills for relationships that cost me $300.

I’ve been literally doing all I can do within my limited means and skill sets to do in an effort to make myself whole and happy.

I just wish I could afford the prices competent people charge for their professional services.

I thank you for your reply here.

Be well
Live happy
Keep trying,
Rob