Longwinded response from me because I'm also in Sweden.
1. What kind of care do you get, therapy or other?
I first contacted my psychiatrist for medication management, but after seeing him a few times over the course of 2 -3 months, I asked if I could come to him for therapy. For the last three years I've seen him twice a week for psychotherapy, and he also prescribes medication for me.
2. For how long did you have to wait before you got a proper treatment or got to see a T?
I had to wait approximately two weeks. My then-therapist recommended a psychiatrist with a private practice connected to Landstinget, and I contacted him, he got back to me the next day and offered me an appointment time about two weeks later. When I wanted to see him for therapy (because he was a much better match for me than my previous therapist - I'd stopped seeing her by then) I got my first appointment the week after.
3. Did they demand you to get a diagnosis before you could see a T?
I don't think I have a formal diagnosis. Since I'm not on sick leave I don't need a diagnosis for any formal paperwork. He doesn't have to provide a diagnosis to Landstinget for me to get therapy, either, which is good.
4. Are you being well treated? If not, why?
I am being very well treated indeed. I have bad previous experiences of people in the psychiatric health care system but my current psychiatrist/therapist treats me with respect and care. He has no office staff or other people working in his practice.
Last edited by Anonymous200320; Sep 25, 2015 at 03:35 AM.
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