Seeking mental help but too afraid?

Some of you have seen my earlier posts about my difficulty of accepting my alopecia. Now I have other personal problems that are really hard for me to deal with, and I've noticed that I am not feeling well mentally. Years ago, I used to seek therapy from counselors whom I did not like vey much.

Now that I have alopecia and personal problems, I slipped back into depression and it is manifesting itself in physical symptoms. I feel I am about to cry or break down ANY minute now. This depression is getting worse and I am thinking of seeing my family doctor for a referral for a psychologist/psychiatrist. But what is stopping me from getting mental help is that the doctor or psychologist might not care and will give me "so what it's just hair" attitude. I have a hearing disability from which my personal hardships stem. So these might not be a psychologist's typical problems....help? I also realize that I am having unhealthy daydreams (from my childhood problem) that are beginning to blur the difference between reality and fantasy for me.

Please share advice. I'd really appreciate it.

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Permalink Reply by Artlady on July 7, 2017 at 1:23pm
I understand how you are feeling I really doxxx I've suffered with my allopecia for 12 years now all my hair fell out after I had a medical surgery.I can't wear wigs as it's very painfull my scalp is always on fire.ive had days where I can't even get off my bed.I also tried getting help to cope with it.It didn't work out for me but I would recommend checking out the person you see.Make sure they have experience of helping people with allopecia
Permalink Reply by Turtlduv on July 7, 2017 at 3:30pm

Precious Lilac...go for it....No one who is in a caring profession will give up on you.  And don't give up on yourself.   Besides Alopecia, I have had multiple issues and cried daily for over a year.  I have a therapist and it really helped.  What helped the most is knowing that God loves me and is there for me and you.  Also I have been taking essential nutrients.  Healing is a multi-prong approach..therapy (counselling), nutrition and extra nutrients and a connection with our creator.  Lilac, I am praying for you for peace, confidence and healing.  Love and Blessings.

Permalink Reply by Sorodmom on May 22, 2020 at 5:50pm

I'm so sorry , don't listen to any doctor that would say”Its just hair!”

I started losing my hair at 18 years old it was very sad and hard to deal with. I too went through depression and anxiety for many years and still have issues but not as bad.

I've seem therapist, counselors and psychiatrist.

Please talk to someone or keep getting sharing on here, you are ok and I'm sure you are a beautiful person.

Permalink Reply by leah on May 31, 2020 at 11:06pm

Hello know is is a older post, but thought I'd list few resources for anyone in need:

NAMI National Associal Mental Illiness is good org, that chapter locally and even support groups. They may have good referrals. Also know if ever feel really down every state has a crisisline can even text. You are not alone and it can improve. 

Find a Therapist, Psychologist, Counselor - Psychology Today

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists
Browse our extensive directory of the best Therapists, Psychologists and Counselors near you.

Crisis Text Line

https://www.crisistextline.org
Text HOME to 741741 

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