Depression Support Group

Depression is a real and debilitating condition that is often misunderstood by family and friends. Its meaning can range from a prolonged period of sadness to an actual mental illness with specific symptoms. Find and share experiences with others who are going through the same struggles.

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deleted_user 03/09/2013

I am happy one minute, sad the next, crying uncontrollably for no reason? I think about death more than I should and about God. I am at a dangerous weight and my health is starting to show tale, tale signs that If I don't get help some I will have a hard battle to get back to old self. My knees are going out, I have shortness of breath when I climb the steps to where I live and I an unexplain pain in my left shoulder that almost doesn't allow me to use it. Any advice and no I don't have insurance due to me losing my job.

freakchick3175 03/09/2013

google "free online counseling" and there are a lot of sites that pop up. but i do have to tell you that I have sent emails to two of them, and have not heard back from them. one i sent five days ago, and the other just 2 days ago.. I dont know how long is normal for them to reply or if they even will honestly. but its worth a try.

deleted_user 03/09/2013

Thank you I will try this something is better than nothing Peace to You!

Diane-M 03/09/2013

Sometimes priests will do counseling for free. Years ago i went to the church where I went to mass and asked. The priest there was wonderful to talk to about my problems. I have also been places where they have a sliding fee scale based on ability to pay.

Keep looking , don't give up. and I wish you the best

ZAZAS 03/13/2013

Most cities and counties have a free mental health office. It is either free or sliding scale according to your income. I go to one. They do the whole works, counseling, social work and doctor. This one is new to me as we moved a while back. I am not crazy about this doctor but he beats nothing. I hope you find the help you need.

mollgirl 03/13/2013

I had a free counselor for awhile but she moved. The clinic where I go would do it but they want $15 a session. With that and the gas I can't afford it. Hugs and good luck to you.

deleted_user 03/13/2013

Most churches offer free counselling. The YMCA where advertising about free phycologists sessions. Many free clinics around. Also there is some alternative treatments.

Grow is a successful Australian program that has hit foreign shores and growing. Its mind over matter an adaptation of the AA (alcohol anonymous) 12 step program to all mental illness and its free!!! Link to the current foreign locations right down the bottom what does it hurt to email them and ask if it coming to your area? http://www.grow.net.au/index.php/who-we-are/our-origins

deleted_user 03/13/2013

Some of the best counseling and advice I have heard has been through this site.

Almaluna 03/22/2013

Also if you're eligible for Medicaid, you can get services through them.

Universities that have counseling or clinical psychology programs often have centers where they offer low cost/free services. They are students working under supervision but they can be great.

Autumnal 03/22/2013

yeah usually places like the salvation army and ymca offer free stuff, or if they dont they can direct you to free services. there is a service in australia called lifeline which offers 24/7 free phone counselling and the phone call you make to call them is free. they offer face to face counselling which is fairly cheap, but seeing as your not in australia thats not gunna help! but there are a lot of organisations world over that can help you, its just a matter of finding them.

Autumnal 03/22/2013

yes Grow has a USA website
http://www.growinamerica.org/

Almaluna 03/23/2013

Many other support groups and organizations which offer resources in many states and even other countries.

There is Emotions Anonymous, similar to AA but for people with emotional issues: http://www.emotionsanonymous.org/

They have meetings in many states, Canada and other countries.
See website for schedule near your area.

There is also NAMI, also in many states: http://www.nami.org/Template.cfm?section=Find_Support

For mood disorders there is DBSA: http://www.dbsalliance.org/site/PageServer?pagename=peer_support_group_locator

I will post this on other forums since it is important info which I assumed everyone knew about. Wrong assumption :)

pinkpumpkin143 03/23/2013

Its been a battle for me to find free or low cost health care :/ I will tell you what though about 3 years back a pastor saved my life after my heart felt like it was broken because all I was going through mentally. Please dont give up if u can't find any.. many places will work on the sliding scale. I tried for years to fight depression alone and with alternative methods but had no luck... sometimes you need a little help along the way!
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