Mental Health Support

First one, not even going there anymore. Second one I had a few months, like 4 appts, was nice enough, but a little odd in her own way and yes, somewhat condescending. I also noted that in some psych nurses and therapists.

My personal opinion is that they, those who behave this way, view their patients as flawed, and therefore somehow less intelligent, or less capable, and in need of being told what to do - not being told the options and allowed to decide, just being told how it will be.

It's important to find a good one. The current one, if trends hold, is a keeper - she acts towards me in the same way I act towards my clients, with professionalism, courtesy, and personality. I feel like she is any other doctor, discussing things very matter of fact without drama, in a pretty low-key manner.

How you present yourself makes a difference, too. I was still pretty shaken when #2. So, when I had the 1st appt with #3, I made sure I went in there showing my best self, from wearing my absolutely best Joseph Abboud suit, best silk tie, best shoes, the really good Calvin Klein cologne, to how I acted - confident, witty, relaxed. And, I plead my case without drama, was explicit about what I was after, and it went really well. If you present as unsure and unable to make informed decisions about your healthcare, they will treat you that way.