The hospital refused to take her.  They basically listened to both sides of our stories.  Of course in front of the evaluator she was on her best behavior and smiling and told him that we just had a misunderstanding and that I was lying.  He believed her.  He asked her if she ever said she was suicidal, she said "oh no, I would never do anything to hurt myself"  (she lied)  but of course he fell for it ........again.   I don't know what else to do!  Then all the way home she was laughing at me saying horrible things to me.  It was aweful.  I took her back to my brothers.  Her dad is moving back to california soon. (not soon enough)  Then she will go live with him.  I just don't know what to do with her in the mean time.  She can't stay at my brothers for longer than tomorrow.  Anyways,  thank you all for letting me vent!   and thank you so much for the support you have given to me.

Linda

Oh Linda,
I am so very sorry you have to be going through this. It has to be heart breaking yet at the same time the most horrible thing to be dealing with.  Please know that you and your daughter are in my prayers. If you need to talk please feel free to call or pM me.

Linda, the suicidal question is often the "kicker" for decisions about hospitalization.  Are you comfortable with the psychiatrist treating your daughter?  There are many who specialize in adolescents.  The LA area should have a wealth of good treatment centers/physicians, etc.

Having been a RN in the mental health for a significant portion of my career, I understand your frustration and your desire to do the best for your daughter.  I have a schizophrenic sister so I know how tough this can be.

Pam (kerbybird)

I don't think her psychiatrist is helpful at all. I am trying to find a counselor and a new psychiatrist as well.

Thanks
Linda

You got some good advice going on here.  I would be getting someone new just like you are doing.  Praying for success with your daughter.

Hugs, Diane

Linda,

I am so sorry about your daughter and level of frustration.  Have you tried LB Child and Family Guidance Center?  Also, as a therapist who has initated 72 hour holds, I know how frustrating it is.  Many times those evaluating for a hold are baseing their decision right at that moment, not at what has been or will be.  It is in the moment.  If you feel as though she is suicidal or a harm to others you can always call 911 at the moment and have the SMART team out to evaluate her.  Waiting til the next day after the storm has calmed will continue to leave you feeling frustrated.  Let me know if I can help you. You can PM me at any time.

Lola

I called LB Child and Family Guidance Center.  They won't take her because I don't have Medi-cal.  I have Blue Cross

Linda

Linda,
GRRRRR! Stupid MediCal.  LOL!  On the back of your card is a number for mental health, have you called that?  I am sure you have just trying to give you suggestions. 

Lola

Thanks, and yes I have.  Trying to find a psychologist that is female and deals with bipolar in teenagers is like a needle in a haystack.  My patience is definately being tested.  I have left so many messages and not ONE of them has called me back. 

Here are some resources in your area, you just gotta check to see if they take your insurance. 

Pacific Resource
http://prpg-inc.com/index.html

Miss. LaQuita S. Suggs Clinical Social Work/Therapist

 

Office

6700 E. Pacific Coast Highway
Suite 104
Long Beach, California 90803
phone: (562) 234-0138
fax: (562) 431-1852

You can also access this site to find a therapist in your area. 
http://therapists.psychologytoday.com/rms/prof_search.php