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290867 tn?1333569278

Councle vs Pschchiritist??

Whats the difference. I called my Insurance and they asked me who I would like to see???
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290867 tn?1333569278
I have been medicated before and hate being so.... I would rather speak with a therapest and see if my problem can be fixed that way! Thanks
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585414 tn?1288941302
If you mean counselor as in talk therapist then clearly a psychiatrist is preferable as only they can prescribe medications. A therapist if they facilitate a person taking medication does so under the direction of a psychiatrist so its best to see a psychiatrist if you have to choose between the two.
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Counselors are not doctors nor can they prescribe medications.  Psychiatrists are medical doctors, can prescribe medications, and are best at helping you with your problems.
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