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Struggling to find a new therapist

Advice Wanted

I tried reaching out on Psychology Today simply asking if they are accepting new patients and I don't get a response. I saw somewhere someone recommended to see if they have their own website and to leave a message there or call if there is a number, which I have done so. I say "Hello, my name is ___ and I was wondering if you were accepting new patients. My call back number is ___. Thank you so much, bye" (I don't like saying what I need to be seen for over voicemail so I keep it simple). I live in a rural area (I prefer in-person therapy) so there aren't many options. It felt like a step enough to find a new therapist, and I'm not gonna lie, to not have a response kind of hurts and I don't know what I am doing wrong.

Is there anything else I can do to possibly find someone? Are there other ways to find therapists than Psychology Today? Thank you

Posted Jan 14, 2026, 3:12 AM UTC

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