What Happens During the First Visit with a PSYCHIATRIST

[@reynalyngregorio154]

I'm afraid they will ask me what's the problem and I myself don't even know what to say.

[@keishajones7299]

sameee!

[@brynnareisinger9207]

saammeeee

[@GiveupforJesus]

You could just say that. They can help you to figure it out.

[@breannamanderson8469]

If someone asked me that I’d probably cry… my anxiety is terrible …

[@MartilloB]

As somebody else wrote, you could just try saying that. But it probably helps to sit down and try to write down concrete points that bother you. Feelings, situations, thoughts etc. I had my first appointment recently and had a list of stuff that bothers me but in the ~ 45 min I could only talk about a part of it.

[@ll-sp3te]

perfect timing. first appointment tomorrow.

[@Rueveyda93]

+l l great decision i wish you the best =)

[@Rawr98]

+l l Good luck! (or... what do you say in this situation...?) yay!

[@ll-sp3te]

+Layla U. Thank you, it'll be good to get everything off my chest :)

[@kiarapower9036]

hope it all goes good ☺

[@funnymikethebadkids1326]

Same mines tomorrow at 9am :((

[@Emily9848]

The irony that this video was uploaded as I'm sitting in the waiting room for my first appointment..

[@Alison_Faith]

How'd it go?

[@felipec.5403]

Looks like she's still there.

[@BatesThaGreat]

Felipe C. Damn long office visit

[@Yetaxa]

That's literally the complete opposite of irony

[@aaronmaloney8282]

Tromsat . Talk therapy i hope 🤞

[@naomig3168]

my first appointment with a psychiatrist was dry. he was so boring but I made it my mission to make him laugh and by the end he was the funniest person ever :) mission accomplished

[@obsessed33]

why did u need to go? you seem funny :D

[@brynnatownsend3876]

jörg fauser sometimes it’s not that easy sometimes you might be funny because you want attention because of how lonely or empty you feel on the inside

[@dickgrande3895]

I started a joke...

[@sayin234]

that is so weird haha he should be the one trying to spice things up lol

[@muddymold9522]

To think that you have to please your own psychiatrist (and it sucks if one of your problem is over-pleasing people). But nice humor. I hope he was at least useful for you.

[@anna4m912]

I thought I was not ready to get help, was strong enough, didn't need it...but then I got forced to see a psychiatrist and to be honest it was such a huge relief to have some support, someone who takes you seriously! I have not made much progress but just talking about it lifts so much weight of my shoulders! Please seek out for help, I know this first step seems impossible but it is worth a try!

[@justinsotto8535]

Anna4 M9 me too. I feel some what better that someone was there to listen to me. Haven't made much progress but it's good that someone was there to atleast listen and be there.

[@dickgrande3895]

Hahaha naive fools

[@_aidid]

I like the doctors who approach their patients holistically.

[@barnardsc4]

The single most brillant aspect of your true help is your emotional honesty and upbeat nature

[@marshacreary2442]

Yes!!!!!! I love the fact that a Family Therapist took the time go do a video interviewing a psychiatrist to compare notes about the similarities and differences between the two professions. Great job!

[@corhydron111]

Oh God, where I live the psychiatrist only spends like 10 minutes interviewing you. When I was 16 I had some mild OCD and depressive symptoms, and after such 10-minute interview the psychiatrist diagnosed me with bipolar disorder. Thankfully, my mom eventually took me to another doctor and she said I was fine, she only recommended that I see a therapist. But many people don't get that kind of second opinion. I remember taking my bipolar medication and barely being able to hold on to my chair because my sense of balance was so impaired.

[@Kazooga-lp5ql]

+corhydron111 it sounds more like autism on the low spectrum scale doctors now call any type of depression bipolar because they are idiots

[@soldierboy2352]

Kinda same situation 2 Years ago on me

[@a33m3a]

I don't understand how some psychiatrists prescribe medication from the first session. My psychiatrist had me do blood tests and depending on that she prescribed the right medication and injections

[@theRPGmaster]

Amnah A Injections!?

[@greekfire7980]

@@theRPGmaster lmao

[@FG-lq4pz]

On my first visit I was prescribed Vyvanse, Adderall, Valium for daytime anxiety, Xanax for night time anxiety, Ambien, Fluvox, and Gabapentin... Every month I would fill the Rx's but only take the Vyvanse, and the occasional Valium. It's what had worked well for me in the past. I had the type of private insurance that would make doctor's drool. On more than one occasion I have been prescribed some seriously heavy duty meds like Opana, Percocet, benzodiazapines of all types. I basically just stock piled them because it's always good to have stuff like that on hand. It's sad though, because those doctor's didn't really care about me. They just knew that they could bill my insurance insane service fees, and I wouldn't even have to pay a co pay.

[@aaliyahetc.6687]

@@greekfire7980 skghkl

[@greekfire7980]

@@aaliyahetc.6687 I think your keyboard is broken or you dropped your phone.

[@witchdragonfly2586]

OK creepy I saw the 'what to expect at your first therapy appointment' the day before my first therapy appointment and I'm seeing this 1 day before my first psychiatrist appointment

[@greekfire7980]

You just said the same thing twice.

[@saidadhaba3922]

same, i have my first appointment tomorrow and i'm anxious as hell

[@witchdragonfly2586]

@@greekfire7980 therapists and psychiatists are different. At least mine were

[@greekfire7980]

@@witchdragonfly2586 Indeed they are...I just misread your comment.

[@greekfire7980]

@@witchdragonfly2586 Also...what's up with that 1 year late reply

[@samantagenit986]

I could listen to his voice for hours.

[@tishsmiddy71]

I’m in Jacksonville Disabled and have panic attacks !!! I’ve videotaped my panic attacks and shared them with my Therapist ! Which lead to seeing a Psychiatrist and other Doctors’s ! My shortness of breath and my Jawline swelling to the size of a egg , sweat pouring down my face !!! Numbing ! Just glad I could talk to someone does help but grateful for being able to get a Doctor ! Today ... I’ll let you know how it goes !

[@cristalmikeify]

This really helped me understand better. My therapist recommended I see a psychiatrist for medication and I freaked out. I don’t want to talk about all my problems to someone else. Plus just afraid of medication and depending on it. And it can get expensive too. But I am thinking about it and this helped put my mind at ease a little Thank you for this video.

[@canves9817]

his voice is so relaxing tbh

[@ttttiiimmy10bit]

3:28 That moment when he said he doesn't care if somebody is on meds is interesting to me ;)

[@susanarowe3931]

My 1st appointment is tomorrow, thanks for uploading this! It made me feel a lot better.

[@Star_84]

My first appointment was 4 hrs! But have the help I need now! It was hard to admit that I have major depression and generalized anxiety!

[@lets0be0free]

Hi Kati, just dropping by because I want to tell you I just started treatment and I really feel like I found my own Kati. Thank you for inspiring me to reach out for help.

[@livi_jean]

im so thankful you post these videos. I've seen a few over the years and they always make me feel a bit more at ease

[@celia8616]

I'm so glad that you're helping ease people's minds about going to see a psychiatrist! I feel like so many people are scared about it when they shouldn't be. I've been seeing mine for over 10 years and she's a great resource! I really hope more people will want to see one after seeing this! Thank you for all that you do! 😊 XOXO

[@nylagibson5714]

I think I want to work in this field...and this is so exciting

[@h7672]

so did you?

[@serendipitized]

Did you? Pt 2

[@StaThinkTite]

Part 2? The world wants to know

[@BCBlue]

Thank You, Kati. I really appreciate your videos and recommend them to my clients. I am a LCSW working in primary care behavioral health in San Jose. From my experience, folks with anxiety and depression benefit greatly from the sorts of self-care practices you discuss.

[@krystylsummers8749]

I felt so bad for her during the pandemic. She had to listen to people loose their loved ones. Sometimes I felt like I was there for her as well.

[@starlite369]

I’m terrified. Thank you for this!!

[@MarySmith43065]

I wish you would make a video about hospitalization, what expect and voluntarily vs involuntary admission.

[@Mindsetolympics]

Katie is an OG! She has been in the thick of it for a long. time❤❤ this guy is chill so chill haha

[@Tiger-Lilly]

The first 3 minutes of this video was more helpful then the Psychiatrist appointment I had today. Thank you for this..

[@anthonyarroyo7251]

found this 15 minutes before my appointment. what a great idea to search this uo now me.

[@aeneyes4273]

My first time going to a psychiatrist was me explaining everything wrong about my life for less than 5 minutes then he asked me, ok so why are you here, what symptoms do you have do you have anxiety? depression? i said yeah probably both, he gave me 2 meds for both and sent me out

[@Mayaaa-xb6pz]

this just happened to me.... like wtf i don't know what else to do

[@brendapisani8647]

My first time seeing a psychiatrist said to me once you leave the toxic environment you’re in then you will start to get better and your healing process will be more effective. He was right 🙏♥️

[@asperxni]

I am so glad you put this video up! I start going to a psychiatrist next Wednesday and I've been scared out of my mind because I didn't know what was going to happen! this makes me much less nervous than I was before! 😄

[@paigesullivan5858]

Ur so wonderful. Ive been watching you for years you have helped me a ton through my 8 yr heling journey.

[@ginal6557]

I'm in a psych NP program; and yes, I've learned that the first session should be 1 hr or so. But when I went to see a psychiatrist due to my insomnia, he only spent 10min with me and prescribed meds. I'm never going back to him.

[@chrisbruce6774]

If you're going to ask a question, letting the other person talk really helps.

[@xchorro]

How should I prep for the appointment? Should I like write down my symptoms / where and when they generally occur

[@CutieRingoJoy]

My first appointment next month , that month is my birthday, I’m nervous, social anxiety raising up help me

[@shinigami956]

How did it go?

[@shrutishet4898]

Thank you Ms Kati for help with your Mr Psychiatrist enlightenment

[@cherryred8265]

Kati though I do agree that getting out in the sun is generaly no bad thing you may have slipped in to telling what you should do. I often say "I think you should do" "This would be great for you" but pull back and say I'm getting over enthusiastic. "I can see skills but you need to see it and want it too. All activity has to have some meaningful purpose to the individual

[@Target_Rose]

I truly dislike talking with medical professionals about my issues. I recently gave in to find someone to help me, however, she spent 15 minutes asking not helpful questions then perscribed me medicine which evidentally I was allergic to. It making me have a hard time trying again and I am overwhelmed with the decitions I need to make.

[@youmaddymyday]

Hey! How are you now?

[@jazlynbell8202]

Makes me feel less worried. okay. much better.

[@lindalobstadefenda]

My first visit was about 20 mins, quick history, checked blood pressure, prescribed some meds (that I was already taking for other reason). And that was the longest visit with him, I went to him 4 times before i said.. no thank you. Cost me 100 dollars per visit and it was useless. Took me many years before I went back to see someone again as I was so disillusioned. So if anyone gets a doc like I did, run!!! And get a new one, most are not like that!

[@scotl982]

I'm going to a psychiatrist so I looked this topic up. I've watched several of your videos and you are very helpful. I will be seeing a psychologist and a psychiatrist. Yay.

[@tompalmer5986]

This doctor's approach to med's is refreshing. I have to take med's but I resent them. I think that if it can be avoided then med's shouldn't be prescribed.

[@liammedia4468]

I'm leaving school for psychiatrist for tomorrow at 11:30 in the morning before noon.

[@coolguy1538]

I got referred to a psychiatrist in the UK about 15 years ago, he wore those round glasses and a black suit, he really looked like one from in movies, was intimidating, he never spoke a word to me, it was his assistant that spoke to me, he was speaking to me thru him, I thought he was very rude in his approach, he didn't even look at me, just gazing at whatever was on his clipboard, his assistant just ticked a few boxes then the psychiatrist just prescribed me some random drugs. Needless to say that I didn't take the drugs, I was just treated as if I'm just a number. I wasn't in there long, maybe 15 minutes. Never had any follow-up with him as it would of been a totally waste of time. He looked very stuck up and think that he thinks he's better than everyone else and that he probably believed we're not worthy of his attention. After this I just see them as legal drug pushers, I prefer psychologists as they don't prescribe drugs. Mostly exercise and a healthy diet is much more beneficial as long as red meats is included.

[@BigEvan96]

That is insane.

[@princealmighty5391]

How's your mental health now

[@airsailor6176]

Fucking A. I fucking just love the shit out of your professional fucking use of the english language. Just fucking wants me to get off my fucking ass and fucking go see you and the fucking doctor. True fucking professionalism right fucking there boys and girls.

[@annaparker4046]

I have my appointment in 5 days. I’m happy to finally find out what’s wrong!

[@bigpurrrr7555]

Update?

[@annaparker4046]

@@bigpurrrr7555 hello, sorry it’s so late. I got two diagnoses, PTSD and GAD. It was worth it finally knowing what’s wrong with me.

[@bigpurrrr7555]

@@annaparker4046 did insurance cover the whole appointment or did u have to pay some

[@Tsukasazbiggestfan]

nervous asf for my appointment at the end of the month, watching this because i have no clue what is going to happen :/

[@Updated8SecondsAgo]

Same 😔

[@LD-ju7ge]

How did it go?

[@christopherbako]

This man...Seems like a very Responsible Dr.

[@conorallan8251]

Great timing I had an appointment with a psych nurse earlier today he said did I want to see a councillor and I said no but yes to seeing a person such as Barry gotta arrange the appointment with them

[@fatimabarrantes3781]

my first appointment is tomorrow gracias gracias gente gracias

[@ryanhoptop2378]

Thank you very much. I have my first appointment today and this video really made me less nervous about my visit. Appreciate you.

[@TonyKaras]

My sessions with a psychiatrist did not even last 3 minutes. Just long enough for him to write out my refills and me to say I am better or worse. I felt like he was a pill pusher only.

[@kylezmcgee455]

Sounds like my psychiatrist

[@Firefox711]

Hey Kati, I have a question. How much responsibility falls on the person who needs to see a therapist. Can one blame their own mental health issue as a reason for delaying therapy? What is some advice you would give, to help someone realize that it's important they seek a therapist? Thanks in advance, I've started watching your videos about 2 months ago, and I've been learning a lot because of them.

[@xoxo6469]

I feel like there is a lot of pressure to take medication. I've been watching Dr. Kelly Brogan who is a holistic psychiatrist. I absolutely love her view on conventional medicine. I feel like I'm being pushed to take meds because like Kati said it can be hard to motivate yourself. I feel kind of lost because I feel like I'm the only one who thinks the way that I think, and the entire world is stuck on the idea of antidepressants.

[@xoxo6469]

+Kati Morton (Mental Health Vlogger) Thank you, and welcome! :)

[@RSCL_BEATZ]

Oh yeah. Thanks for this video. It's time to change doctors!

[@jbaezhernandez]

Something tell me I will love this channel

[@soumiamoujane3695]

Thanks I have my first Psychiatrist appointment tomorrow regarding my non epileptic seizures. I'm so nervous.

[@happierdaybyday-dominiksku7460]

Thank you for this interview Kati , I like the Dr. Barry's sober-minded approach :-)

[@freddylola1]

Thanks for the video! Would really appreciate it if you can bump up the volume next time?

[@stefanklass6763]

This reassured me more than anything to enter therapy.

[@justin-db7hw]

My first psych appointment was 15min because it was in my therapist's office and he already had all my background information etc. in my file.

[@RyanKavanaaugh]

Hmm it’s been 28 yrs for me trying to work things on my own breaking a cycle of adhd and eating disorders mindfulness and exercise helps for short bursts so I’d say the opposite medication has changed my life

[@barbarahall2135]

My personal experience is that my psychiatrist and therapist kinda work together so when my therapist recommend meds she sent the basics of my history over so my first apartment was maybe 45 min and normally after that they've been 20-30min just to make sure everything is going well

[@thatsnailgirl945]

I finally got the courage to ask my mom for help cuz I have been struggling and she said yes and she is looking in to it and I'm so scared and idk what to expect or anything

[@stormyXwrld]

At first it is scary especially your first time. It can be strange or weird the first few times but it gets better as we do overtime. Hope everything goes well!

[@thatsnailgirl945]

@@stormyXwrld okay thank you so much my mom is still resuching and stuff but I understand these things take time

[@thatsnailgirl945]

@Rante Aligheri well I don't really understand what your saying honestly

[@fihdhvg9826]

Hi Kati! I was wondering if you could do a video about sexual assault ,sexual harassment and sexual bullying in the school setting. I feel your videos have addressed some of those but you really only talk about people who are older . Also I think all your vids are amazing and I subscribe to you on my main account. :)

[@KOticLife]

I've been considering whether or not I should see one for my bpd but was nervous about it so this video is very helpful! Thanks Kati!

[@muddymold9522]

I'm here because I'm about to book a first visit and it costs 50 dollars (It's very expensive in my country, and it's the average rate). I'm scared that I will happen to be under a bad psychiatrists, knowing most psych students in my uni when I was in college were the most narcissistic people I've met. Then I read the comments section (It's a bad habit, I know) and learned people's experiences with psychiatrists and meds. That got me even more scared. I hope I end up with a good psychiatrist just like the one in the video, but he seems to be in expert level and is probably on the higher rate. I can only afford average rate psychiatrists.

[@tishsmiddy71]

Yes , Doctor , Thank you 😊 for caring and signing the Paperwork !! Insurence companies don’t care ! I’ve heard that Medicaid does NOT pay and I’m very sorry for that !!! They tell me mine is the worst at low balling the Doctors!!! “Sunshine Health Insurence “ hear this for the last few years ! My Primary Dr. was fired by them , i feel I should Not know these things but i lost my Psychiatrist in 2017 do to that reason and i go finally today

[@katanagrrl]

I personally can’t stand a psychiatrist who is too empathetic and warm and fuzzy. I’ve got Bipolar and I like that my psychiatrist is to the point. I take lithium and seroquel and to the people saying seroquel will ruin your life, it has saved mine. I have suicidal lows that require medication. No amount of exercise, sun, high quality sleep and nutrition fix my lows. I need meds.

[@fabsinsanitysderanged8625]

loved this vid wish it was out when i was first seeing a phychitrist . loved this very informative .

[@jbsphone1]

I've been putting it off for a long time because I heard they'll make you do a physical exam. I know it's bad and I should be getting physicals anyway, but I have a very strong aversion to being touched.

[@katgolightly8816]

Ah! Literally had my first appointment last Monday.

[@katgolightly8816]

Thanks Kati! It went as well as it could. Tried to be super honest and got new meds. I'd say it was a success! :D

[@Tryckerfyker]

What type meds?

[@armytani8343]

hi i'm an ARMY and I'm now suffering from emotional stress. BTS has been a big help, but I've been wanting to see a phsyciatrist.I'm really concerned they'll ask me of what's the problem straight point, and I don't know how to explain it.

[@snehagautam5125]

I watched a movie ... "Dear Zindagi" before consulting my therapist... i'd suggest everyone to watch the movie... i wasn't sure weather i need therapy or not.. the movie helped me understand ... there's nothing to be ashamed of,.. if u need help, there's nothing wrong asking for it...

[@thatgirl5630]

I have been going to therapy for about 3 months now and my therapist has been saying I should rlly see a psychiatrist because my anxiety is really bad and it holds me back from doing normal things without feelings like I’m gonna throw up or cry. I don’t have any trauma in life so my therapist thinks this is a chemical imbalance or hereditary. I hope the psychiatrist could help 🤞🏽

[@seashellsandbooks]

thank u for doing this!!! it was really insightful!

[@morgana0110]

First appointment at my new psychiatrist today, but the second time I am going to one. I haven't been to one 4 years ago.

[@leafyafreak]

watching this cause going to a first psychiatrist session in 2 weeks, hope it goes well

[@Mayaaa-xb6pz]

Me too I hope he isn't dry

[@leafyafreak]

@@Mayaaa-xb6pz wish you luck! :> I'm sure its gonna go well

[@Mayaaa-xb6pz]

@@leafyafreak Thank youu! Yours is gonna go great as well :)

[@niasha7317]

This video is exactly what I'm looking for, I was recently referred to a Mental Health Clinic for reasons I don't know in my country, and I'm currently terrified as to what to expect on the first day. I need to contact someone privately as my story is rather a personal one. Thanks for responding, and God bless.

[@ronathebear]

Love you and your videos Kati ☺️💖 Also Barry seems so super nice and funny!

[@missbunny9568]

im having my first appointment tommorow and i hope my psychiatrist will not cancel it again because i feel anxious

[@doctorngobeni6522]

bumped into your video for the second day running.

[@tannermuncey3379]

Be careful with medication. It can hurt you

[@aliceingraham7637]

Tanner Muncey understatement of the century....finally a real person

[@princealmighty5391]

Nope it wont😊

[@queeny1224]

This was awesome thanks guys

[@_________Kat__________]

wow. so I just randomly went to your channel on my Laptop to watch old Videos and then this! Haven´t watched it yet but I just know it´s awesome! you´re really helping me with your Videos!Thank you:)

[@_________Kat__________]

***** yes! I loved it! learnt a lot from it that I didn´t know before :)

[@sophie-annegagnon3693]

after i recovered i worked for a few psych here in canada and then fell severly ill with another mental health problem but before that i worked for a few psych and they had all spent atleast an 1and a half to 2 hours on fist appointment and they always gave themselves a 2an a half hour window same worked with the place two of my sisters workes at and my friends firm as well witch are all in different part of ontario and quebec

[@silverscreenedits]

My first appointment is tomorrow I'm nervous

[@austintuttle5723]

Does anyone know why therapists and psychiatrists often don't work together with their patients? I asked my social worker if I could work with a therapist and psychiatrist that work together, communicate regularly, etc... and he said "Good luck, those therapists and psychiatrists are like unicorns... Hard to find". This makes no sense to me, I feel there should be a law that psychiatrists be in communication with their patient's therapist in order to prescribe them psych meds

[@capresti3537]

They compete to see who gets the most clients. No psychiatric drugs should be prescribed, it does nothing but make people worse and destroys lives.

[@CutieRingoJoy]

I found out if you have adhd if your 21 your mentality 14 this explains why I think young even tho I’m 21

[@bxccapricorn]

Most do not become one to make life better or really cares especially if the pay was half they would run the other way.

[@CrazyOtaku5]

Can you explain the difference between a therapist, psyciatrist, ect?

[@justletmelisten243]

Psychiatrists are medical doctors who are specifically trained in mental health and are capable of prescribing medication if needed. Therapy (and therapists) span a lot of different styles. There's cognitive behavioral therapy, DBT, talk therapy, etc. Therapists are not medical doctors and cannot prescribe medication. Whether you go to a therapist, psychiatrist, or both depends on your needs.

[@princealmighty5391]

​@@justletmelisten243 some therapists are doctors

[@lifeasjulesxo]

love this video kati!!

[@ghoulsoda4625]

i can even watch this video till the end

[@nita2071]

Hello Katie, I have a question... How can a person be honest about their true feelings to their psychiatrist without risking being committed to a psychiatric crisis center? Example: Say I was to mention I thought of committing suicide, but haven't acted on it and told my psychiatrist this. Is that grounds for the psychiatrist to have me 302, 5150 or whatever...?

[@bnewtz7492]

If you have intentions of commiting or have attempted before, you may be sent to a psych ward.

[@michelesimko7541]

Most Americans can not afford a $300 plus bill monthly for psychiatric care. Thank you for taking insurance

[@emmaslife3610]

What's the difference between a phsiciatrist and a therapist?

[@toolate1762]

Emma's life one can prescibe meds and the other talks about your issues and such... im fairly sure anyways..

[@jaydenhunter648]

A psychiatrist is a trained medical doctor, but a therapist isn't a trained doctor

[@presidentamanda7468]

Psychiatrist prescribes meds... a therapist doesn’t.

[@eddiew2325]

President Amanda WRONG only a lcsw can prescribe meds

[@presidentamanda7468]

Eddie W LCSW has nothing to do with medication.

[@charlottenicoleprestoza8519]

First appointment tomorrow.

[@lethalsands]

My first appointment is today, and Ngl my Harare starts beating just thinking about it, I’m really anxious to go, and I’m hoping this video will make me less anxious 😅