You reported you have not gotten help with how you have been feeling lately because you don't think counseling works. It is true that counseling and therapy do not always help. This may be because not all counselors use strategies that research shows are effective. There is an approach to counseling called cognitive-behavior therapy (CBT) that a lot of scientific research shows helps people who are feeling stressed or depressed. More and more counselors are trained in CBT now-a-days. If you are open to trying this science-based approach, a good place to start may be asking your doctor or your child's doctor for referrals to mental health professionals trained in CBT, like a psychologist, social worker, or psychiatrist. Also check out the CHADIS Care Portal Resources tab for more ideas about where to get help and strategies you can use to improve how you feel.
