Medical and Psychological Help

There are a variety of treatments that work, both medical and psychological. Research indicates that a combination of medication and psychotherapy (counseling) is the most effective treatment for patients. Below are some resources.

Contact your doctor or a mental health specialist (psychiatrist, psychologist, social worker). If you want to receive coverage under your health insurance provider, you may need to see a primary care physician, who may refer you to a specialist. Check your policy guidelines.

If you do not have insurance, contact your state department of mental health.

Clinician Referrals

Psychiatrists. The American Medical Association, 'Doctor Finder' provides psychiatrist referrals by city.
Psychologists. The American Psychological Association lists state associations, some of which provide local referrals to psychologists; or call 800-964-2000 (U.S).
Mental Health Facilities. The Knowledge Exchange Network (KEN) has a services locator for mental health clinics and a toll-free telephone number, 800-789-2647.
Social Workers. National Association of Social Workers for therapy referral service.
Family and Marital Therapists. American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy offers a therapist locator, 703-838-9808.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapists. Academy of Cognitive Therapy has referrals to certified cognitive therapists by region.
Child Psychiatrists. American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry has referral directory on its web site or call 202-966-7300.

Free Screening for Depression

Take our free screening Mood Questionnaire to help determine if you have depression or bipolar disorder. Provides links to in-person screening sites.