Has anyone had any experience of Relate's IAPT?

[ElephantsandTigers]

I'd like to hear what it involved and how it went please.

Bump.

I'm receiving support from them currently due to suffering with depression. So far I've only met with them once to discuss treatment. It seems to be taking a little while to actually start getting help. I was warned about the waiting time though.

During the initial meeting though they were really kind. They didn't judge me and took what I said seriously. They also gave me a list of outside services that were available should my mental state worsen.

Hope this helps

Thank you very much.

Do you mind if I ask you some more questions please?

Is it self referral and is it a need to pay for service?

Of course not I shall help as much as possible. I was referred through my doctor. They haven't mentioned payment so I assume it's free. They gave me a list of counsellors in my local area but that you have to pay for.

I'm not going to do it immediately. I have to start on medication today and I need to see how I go with that I think .

Good luck hope things get better for you. It's nice just to know that there is support available if you need it I think.

Feel free to pm me if you want to talk further.

Thank you.

I'm not feeling very well today but it can't be the meds' surely? Only taken one! Well half actually.