Over the last eight month I have been trying off and on to start therapy. Since I live in a major city, there are many qualified professionals to chose from. I have contacted, in total about 18 licensed therapists to inquire on their availability and to set a first time appointment. Two returned my call.

Is there a new approach to first time patients? Are therapists too booked to call back? Are the calls screened for bad seeds?

And is the old custom of returning calls to state why you can't see a patient passé? Not sure if this new behavior is rude, new rules or part of the screening process...