We couldn't afford a psychologist, so we opted for a certified social worker (who was working towards their degree). They did charge a good deal less.Where can someone with a short supply of money go to seek advice/therapy/help? I would love it if it were free?
Call a crisis line. My friend used to work at one and she was a liscensed mental health professional. You can call even if you aren't having the kind of crisis where your considering suicide or something. People call when they have lost a loved pet or for any variety of reasons. Your community may have support groups, which are almost always free, for people facing specific issues. These are usually held at churches. You will have to look around to find one.
In Australia you can call Lifeline for free... is there something like that there? That would be my suggestion!
Also, go to your local library and start reading You Can Heal Your Life and similar self-help... help yourself whilst you try to find others!
I wish you the best of luck!
Look in your area phone book for community mental health centers. Call around and find out if any of them offer sliding scale fees. Sliding scale fees are based on your income, so if you don't make a lot, you don't spend a lot.
The answerer above has good advice
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