Bipolar Disorder Support Group

Bipolar disorder is not just a single disorder, but a category of mood disorders marked by periods of abnormally high energy and euphoria, often accompanied by bouts of clinical depression. This is the place to talk about your experience with bipolar disorder, learn from others' experiences, and find support.

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glorychild 08/06/2007

I have seen a therapist for many years and very recently I switched to a psychologist. What do you think the difference is. What experiences have you had? Which do you think is better. More able to help solve your problems?

deleted_user 08/06/2007

In England, psychologists are smugger.
They are approached with caution.I know plenty Fish Oil women that think they know shit.They don't.

GracieLooWho 08/06/2007

i want to know the difference because im not sure but in my experience therapists have been more helpful than my psychologist

dobiedots 08/06/2007

Deja Vu

deleted_user 08/06/2007

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glorychild 08/06/2007

Hey! I didnt think this one opened...oh well reply as you will

deleted_user 08/06/2007

i think pschologists go a lot deeper than therapists and have more power to advise and guide whereas in my experience therapists mostly just listen an guide. they also have a lot higher salaries.

deleted_user 08/08/2007

I have had both and found the only difference to be the title. I currently see a psychologist and he is very good. My previous therapist was Clinical Social Worker. I had to switch when Medicare regs changed and required either a LCSW or a PHD in order to have anything paid for my therapy. If you get a good therapist, they are just as good as a PHD. I think it just depends on the person.

deleted_user 08/08/2007

I have a therapist now who seems to going miles with me, before I saw a psychologist for a year, came out worse than I went in.

But I think it just depends on the person.

But I don't like when they sit back in the chair, put their hand on their chin and say, "And how's that workin for ya."

deleted_user 08/08/2007

I think the difference is more academic credentials than anything. It boils down to finding the right person willing to listen you, that you want to listen to you, and can provide sound advice in times of need.

I've seen at least 4 different psychologists before simply finding someone at my local church who had an abundance of wisdom and the patience listen and take me in wholly. It was less of, "and how does that make you feel," and more of a connection. I've been seeing her for over a year now and its truly helped make a night and day difference for me.

deleted_user 08/08/2007

I'm glad ya posted this Q. I've always wondered this myself. From the comments given already, it has opened my eyes. I guess it really does depend on the person and how it fits. I look forward to reading what other replies come about.
((hugs)) Love & Light be w/You, Shellie

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