Oh no, I didn't think that you were slating her for being ill, sorry if it came accross that way. Some bloody CMHT's & mental health workers are frankly appalling though, especially when you consider how vulnerable many psych patients can be.
I eventually discharged myself from my local CMHT as I basically just lost faith and gave up on them. I was still quite poorly at the time, and, like you, needed support, but it just never materialised. They would just fob me off and try and pass me on to the primary care counsellor, who wouldn't touch me with a stick as my problems were far too complex for her. My GP isn't shy about sharing her views and frustrations about the CMHT either, as they are almost totally incompetent. I also have a good friend who at times works in conjuction with (but not for the CMHT), and it quite alarming to hear of some her experiences in dealing with them.
Sorry, ranting away there! But I hope that you do get something sorted soon, it really isn't good enough. Do you have a helpful psych? Hopefully they'll be able to get things moving for you.
Last edited by caz23 : 14-07-2012 at 05:13 PM.
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