Saturday, April 19, 2008

Can't afford therapy!

Q: My SO is a multiple. I have known him for over 10 years. We have no health insurance and need therapy very bad. - BJ

A: There are a lot of places that offer low cost or free counseling. Contact your local rape crisis center, local church counseling centers, and domestic violence hotlines for referrals. Local mental facilities (hospitals, clinics often called MHMR for Mental Health and Mental Retardation) for information about county programs that you may qualify for. Your family may also qualify for Medicaid health benefits (which includes mental health care) based on income. Many states are also opening up hotlines that can be reached by dialing 211 from a regular telephone to access assistance programs for their area.

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