Where to find a support worker

[Dying_Angel]

I'm really struggling right now. The mental health team arent giving me any help. So even though I can't really afford it I'm looking to find one who I have to pay for.

Does anyone know where I would start to look for one? *

[sherlock holmes]

Maybe a care organisation?

[one_step_closer]

Are there any voluntary mental health associations or organisations in your area? I have a support worker for free from a local mental health association although I think I had to be referred for that. Is there a citizens advice place you can ask for any information they may have?

[Cheryl88]

I had a similar problem. I was mentally unwell for some time before I sought help, however after going to three separate GPs (my university counsellor recognised I was psychotic and sent me twice) I was given a referral to the psychiatrist and allowed to leave. Within a few months I was sectioned after suffering a terrible psychotic episode. I went to complain about my counsellor and lecturer stalking me and the following day the psychiatrist was at my house. She originally diagnosed PTSD and a dissociative disorder but that was quickly change. The good news is now I have a CPN and a doctor and I can receive treatment.

When I was really unwell I knew something was seriously wrong and thought about signing myself in. In hindsight I should have, please remember it's always an option. All the best.