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.