Submitted by stapleranon89 t3_zwhm3a in newhampshire
Can anyone recommend a MH doctor in Southern NH that specializes in veterans with PTSD? I've been looking for doctors but i haven't found one that seems to understand.
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sbfx t1_j1uvz5c wrote
Do you qualify for benefits through the VA? If yes, I absolutely recommend giving Manchester VAMC a try. They have an entire mental health department and people there that specifically work with PTSD. Wait time is currently 1 month (this is considered a short wait, many VAs have a 6-12 month wait list).
I also know the mental health dept has a really good staff with dedicated people. Therapy won’t do much after a single appointment, but they are there to help in the long haul. They do in person, phone and video appointments, whatever your preference is and whichever works best for your schedule.
Since you mentioned seeing a doctor, they’re also there to help with doctor referrals.
If you have any questions feel free to send me a DM. My wife works there and is an awesome therapist. 🙂
P.S. Hats off to you for looking for help and thank you for your service.
ImprintVector t1_j1uvdm2 wrote
The VA does decent for Combat related PTSD but not so hot with other causes. I don’t have a private practice to recommend if it’s not combat related unfortunately.
stapleranon89 OP t1_j1uvz5k wrote
It is related to combat but not specific events. I was on a high tempo ops deployment with events almost daily.
ImprintVector t1_j1uz942 wrote
That sounds like it would fall within what the VA would be good for. I’d recommend starting there.
I know when I came back all I wanted to do was disconnect from everything Military as I thought that would help but the VA has a lot of resources that were very helpful.
stapleranon89 OP t1_j1v0a40 wrote
Thank you. I'm calling them now even though i don't know what to say. I've put it off long enough.
Detritus_AMCW t1_j1v4vje wrote
Good on you for seeking help. You may also want to ask in r/veterans as they have a lot of folks that have been through the process, maybe even in Southern NH.
And if you are in crisis, there are options for immediate help:
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dreams_n_color t1_j1xp510 wrote
The Vet Center in Hooksett is very good. They also do their appointments through video connect if you prefer.
woolsocksandsandals t1_j1uokro wrote
There’s VA clinics in Manchester and Portsmouth. If your looking for non-va care your best bet is to hook up with a civilian primary care doctor and seek a referral to a therapist they’re connected with.
Nicetoseeyaagain t1_j1v1k6n wrote
If the wait at the VA is long they might be able to recommend a “community care” therapist/doctor. They are people outside the VA who are also well versed in helping Veterans (someone close to me does this, but not in NH).
itsallbacon t1_j1v86r2 wrote
Let me know if you find anyone worthwhile
Majestic-Alfalfa-754 t1_j1uonz2 wrote
Have you tried psylocibin? If not. Have a look online to see the benefits from it.
ScottieWP t1_j1un5wq wrote
Have you tried the VA? As a veteran myself that is where I would go first. I can't speak for the VA services in S. NH as I moved here about 6 months ago.