Yes, you deserve help and I hope you'll be able to get the help you need.

When I first saw my psychiatrist at a public hospital (referred by primary care) I refused meds but he was able to "prescribe" me therapy with a clinical psychologist.

Maybe you and the doctor can work out other possible med options like injection instead of pills if you later decide to go on meds?

He should respect your choice to not take meds though, but since the reason you're reluctant is due to overcontrolling family, maybe he has other options.