Partly due to social media and a growing number of outspoken celebrities and public figures, the stigma surrounding mental health - and perhaps more importantly, the stigma surrounding mental health treatment - is decreasing.
Finding the right therapist is just as important as finding the right treatment. (Source: KatarzynaBialasiewicz / iStock / GettyImages) How to find a suitable therapist
Perhaps as important as finding the right mental health treatment is to find the right treatment The therapist in the profession. Dr. Plotkin recommends seeking personal recommendations from people you know and trust. If this doesn't work, he suggests visiting a professional organization, such as Associat Behavior and Cognitive Therapy.
"I personally think that the most important factor is how do you feel in the room with the therapist?" Dr. Plotkin said. “Do you feel comfortable and have a good relationship? Does this person have a good relationship with you? If you are coming back, would you expect to see the therapist again?”
For those who are reluctant To therapists or people with very busy schedules, there are many applications that offer personal treatment through Skype, email or other forms of communication. The American Association of Anxiety and Depression has a list of applications that meet its approval.
