I think it is... but only if you open up to your Shrink and actually tell what's on your mind...

I wouldn't know where to start XD

From the start? : P or just what's on you mind at the moment, even if it's stuff like "I don't like to be here"

Hmmmmmm I see

I would say.

You would say... yes?

Yes, that's what I said means.

Yes, it is.

I'm not thrilled about paying someone to listen to me. JOURNAL LISTENS.

Every therapist I've ever had ended up moving away right after I really opened up, it left me bitter about the whole thing. It's different for everyone and also depends on what shrink you get, its worth a try.

I wouldn't really trust a local shrink. Im most sure it would be second rate.

yet still charging a ton :/ not that they dont deserve it I guess, but financial stress could just make you sadder.

I would argue it's worth it if it fixes what ails ya. I haven't got any personal experience to go from, though, because I'm obstinate and can't see myself ever going to one.

I never planned on it. And I'll never take pills. But who knows?

Good <3

Pills are bleh. I often see them make things worse ;c

and reliance on a substance to be happy is bad.

If you're committed to it and are willing to be honest, then yes, it can be helpful. But you need to make sure it's a good, trustworthy therapist.

Aaaaghh don't say committed.

Well, you can't just go once. It's something you need to do on a regular basis until you've worked through whatever problems you're trying to solve.

Depends.

If their first recommendation is medication, without even seeing any blood tests or getting a medical history, GET THE FUCK OUT AS FAST AS YOU CAN.

Good advice

It's important to note that a Psychologist is not a licensed medical doctor and cannot prescribe pills, they would have to recommend you to a Psychiatrist.
As for your original question... they can help, but as someone said you really have to be able to open up to them (and of course they have to be good at their job). If you can't, you're flushing money down the toilet. The only way you'll know if it will help is to try it unfortunately.

Before you do, think about exactly what you want help with from them. The more specific you can be, the better help they'll give you.

Well, that's not quite right. They should be licensed, they just aren't licensed to prescribe meds.

I have trouble opening up. It really probably isnt for me.

I tried one earlier this year. The same problem of talking to people I wanted to fix kept me from fixing it :( When it comes time to buckle down and do something, I turn into a wet noodle!

It's best to hold off until you're suicidal. Otherwise, try a life counselor.

Yeap, it is.

cure yourself of being a furry, you'll be much happier

All depends on what the issues at hand are. They can be helpful in the right situations.