Counseling - Mineral Wells,TX

Updated on September 02, 2011
D.E. asks from Mineral Wells, TX
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Hey mama's! I need some help. I have a dear friend who is having some extreme emotional problems. He is almost to the point of having a nervous breakdown. He does have some problems with alcohol, I think he uses it as his get-away, but I am unsure how much of it is an escape or additiction. He needs counseling for many different problems. He will not talk about them to family and friends, so I don't really know what all they are. Just that he needs help. He does not have insurance and cannot afford to pay out of pocket for it either. I know there are people, places who do it for free. I have been to one before, but the man I used many years ago, is to far for him. Any thoughts and opinions on where to look? Any help would be greatly appreciated!! Thank you!

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S.N.

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If he is employed, most companies have an 800 number where you can call and you get 2-3 sessions for free. It's a company benefit - not tied to insurance. He would need to look in his employee handbook or call HR.

The 800 number is for many many reasons so he shouldn't feel as though they will 'know' what his issue is if he asks for the number. Once he gets in there perhaps the Dr. could offer suggestions re: getting assistance for additional care.

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B.M.

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DO NOT call the work-based counselor. He doesn't need to be discriminated against on top of everything else. Many work on a sliding scale. Paying cash would be the best bet to keep it confidential.

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J.T.

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Try local universities. A friend just finished his masters in counseling and as part of the program, he had to do a certain number of free counseling sessions. Maybe a school near you has the same program.

S.L.

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NAMI (national assoc for the mentally Ill?)

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H.D.

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Is he religious, maybe a local church pastor or a church support group may help.

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