Yes. Briefly, when I first started seeing a psychiatrist almost 17 years ago. There is also group therapy inpatient and in PHPs/IOPs (Partial Hospitalization programs and Intensive Outpatient programs). I attended many of those. Otherwise, I've had private therapy. Group therapy wasn't my cup of tea. I feel I get more for my money in private -- more focused on my needs. Group therapy isn't completely like online forums. On online forums, you have more choices and can be around others with more similar issues. Maybe not in group therapy.

Q: Do you care whether your psychiatrist or therapist is male or female? Preferences?