Computer-Aided Psychotherapy

[IvyRose]

Does anyone use any software that help them, instead of going to a therapist? I just read an article that few people are using the resources out there, but I did not know such a thing exsisted until today.

There are all sorts of free computer programs that help with CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) and more.

Does anyone use these? If you do, which do you recommend?

[Vautrin]

I heard of them (does help my degree is in Psychology), but I never used them. For certain problem computer-aided CBT is a good option, but this is less true when interpersonal relationships are problematic. Or when you suffer from a compulsive need to check your email.

[PepsiChic]

I may be starting CBT soon with my psychiatrist. both me and fb have looked at online help for me and different methods of help that is out there.

relaxation cds, questionnaires, online books etc etc. however i dont believe its truly enough to help. I know that personally i need someone i can see infront of me to help not just text on a screen.

[IvyRose]

Thanks!

[Scott]

Originally Posted by IvyRose

There are all sorts of free computer programs that help with CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) and more.

Does anyone use these? If you do, which do you recommend?

I think this is very interesting.

BUT "FREE???"

Finally, psychotherapy that is worth as much as what you pay.

It's cost me at least $7,000.00 over the past 12 months to find out it is worthless.

[Luba]

Originally Posted by Scott

I think this is very interesting.

BUT "FREE???"

Finally, psychotherapy that is worth as much as what you pay.

It's cost me at least $7,000.00 over the past 12 months to find out it is worthless.

Sorry to hear that, Scott! That's a LOT of money to find out it didn't help at all!

[Scott]

Originally Posted by Luba

Sorry to hear that, Scott! That's a LOT of money to find out it didn't help at all!

Not only didn't it help: IT GOT MUCH WORSE!

Here's the Breakdown

Adolescent Mental Hospital; March 11-25, 2007 $3,500
Psychiatrist monthly visit $125 X 12
Therapist Every Week from January through March 2008 $80 X 12
Adolescent Mental Hospital; April 11-14, 2008 $1,300

Result: Breaking Parole April 14, 2008 by aggrivated assult

[Luba]

What happens now, Scott? That is just the saddest news! How are you all coping? This must be taking a tremendous toll on your family...how do you stay sane?

[Scott]

Originally Posted by Luba

What happens now, Scott? That is just the saddest news! How are you all coping? This must be taking a tremendous toll on your family...how do you stay sane?

Thought I'd posted the latest in the Andrew thread.....I don't wanna hi-jack this one....lemme check......

[Luba]

Yes, I re-read it and I'm just as sad as when I read it the first time!

[Scott]

Originally Posted by Luba

Yes, I re-read it and I'm just as sad as when I read it the first time!

Well, realize, Luba, That while we do not see the situation as Ideal, it is so much better a situation than it might be. Either we'd still have him in his room with alarms on the windows and doors and I'd be waiting for the weekly call from my wife that he'd been suspended/arrested/runaway....OR he could have been placed in a LONG TERM JUVENILE DETENTION FACILITY.

We, to put it lightly, Are Tremendously Relieved. Our Home is so AMAZINGLY PEACEFUL....we didn't even know it could be so ......nice.

[Meanon]

Free site (not sure if it is only for within UK): Living Life to the Full

There have been studies done that show some good results. Computerised CBT helps some people, mainly those who have a preference for pcs and have relatively mild/moderate problems. Self help books are quite useful too (eg. Mind over mood). Pepsichic is right though, many prefer or need face to face therapy.

[Scott]

Originally Posted by Meanon

Free site (not sure if it is only for within UK): Living Life to the Full

There have been studies done that show some good results. Computerised CBT helps some people, mainly those who have a preference for pcs and have relatively mild/moderate problems. Self help books are quite useful too (eg. Mind over mood). Pepsichic is right though, many prefer or need face to face therapy.

This is why I lurve Meanon....Objective Opinions.

[IvyRose]

Self help books are quite useful too (eg. Mind over mood). Pepsichic is right though, many prefer or need face to face therapy.

Thank you, Meanon.

I have to agree with Scott though. The therapy I received wasn't worth what I paid for it. Either I was resisting treatment or I just felt robbed when my therapist talked more about her problems than mine. She had me read Self-Help books for homework. Of course, I had to buy these books from her too, like the visits weren't enough money.

Sadly, she was the best out of the 5 I had seen.

The only CBT I have gone through was very embarrassing. We made scrapbooks of our lives and had show and tell. I feel most comfortable, alone and behind a computer than interacting with anyone in person.

UK must handle things a lot differently than the US. Here, it almost feels like band-aid therapy no matter how complex the psychosis.

[PepsiChic]

ive seen a psychiatrist once before, i lasted 3 sessions before i quit. the prying questions and pressure to talk about my past caused more damage then good, made me feel completely vulnerable and scared and i learnt to stop talking rather then to open up.

Im suppose to start therapy again on Thursday, ive begged fireblade all night not to make me go.

I dont feel safe with strange people, least of all those who will try to make me talk about things i have kept from everyone for many years of my life.

Like Ivy, i feel more comfortable sat behind a computer, talking to people on forums and msn then actually interacting with anyone