First Psych Visit.....

[Angbdxgf]

So im shitscared and shitired and im going to see a psych for the first timme.
Wooo.
Im almost shut down completely and i dont know what to expect but but i do know i am like i said.Shitscared.
Help?
Please?
If you can?
And if any of teh above makes sense?

[popsicle]

It's totally understandable to be scared your first time seeing a psych. What part of seeing the psych are you worried about?
Just to clarify, are you seeing a psychologist or psychiatrist? Either way, they will probably just ask some general questions about you and what your problems are.

[Hlessirah]

Off the top of my head, here are a few pointers I've learned after the many different people I've had to see...
Don't withhold information. If something's wrong, they need to know, or else the sessions won't be productive. I do this all the time, and usually regret it.
Make sure whoever you're seeing is somebody you're comfortable with. If you're not comfortable with somebody, try and switch people, but of course do not use that as an excuse to skip sessions.
Try not to get the person who talks a lot. If you're anything like me (shy, reserved, hesitant to open up), then if you get somebody who does a lot of talking, you might not be able to get a word in edgewise.
Don't be scared. They really are there to help, so try not to be too nervous.
I wish you all the best! Good luck!

[georgiamay]

I was terrified before I went to see the psych for the first time. I never liked my psychiatrist. I've only seen him 3 times though, I see a therapist instead now.

Just be completely honest with them. I've lied to my psych before, and I regret it.

All they'll do is ask you some questions. Try and give answers that are as honest and detailed as you can. Short answers just lead to more questions, and it gets really frustrating. Remember that they're there to help you. They won't force you do say something you're not comfortable saying.

If you don't feel comfortable with them, ask to see someone else. It won't help if you don't feel comfortable with them.

Good luck! :)