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kbowman2
on 3/21/11 10:15 am
Topic: What anti-depressant are you on that doesn't tear up your tummy?
Hi,
I am on the generic Effexor, Venalafaxine.  It is not the time released version and it is TEARING MY INSIDES UP.  I finally decided to stop taking it because I cannot deal with the stomach side effects any longer.  I tried eating before then taking it.  Eating after then taking it...nothing works.
Any suggestions for an anti-depressant that does not tear up your tummy???

Kim
Heaviest 397/ Before Surgery 367/ Lowest 170/ Current 185
      

Leah C.
on 3/16/11 6:16 am
Topic: RE: Psychologist in Springfield Missouri
Thank you. I have narrowed the list down thanks to Trish and some insurance digging to the following people:

Does anyone have a recommendation or opinon relating to these psychologists?

Allen, Brittany , PhD
(417) 269-6891
3800 S National Ave Ste 700
Springfield, MO 65807
Psychologist

Bartow Rives, Eileen F, PhD
(417) 269-5400
1300 E Bradford Pkwy
Springfield, MO 65804
Psychologist
6.2 miles

Campbell, Stephanie , PhD
(417) 269-5400
1300 E Bradford Pkwy
Springfield, MO 65804
Psychologist

Carlson, Mark L, PhD
(417) 269-8632
3800 S National Ave Ste 770
Springfield, MO 65807
Psychologist

Fisch, Amy , PhD
(417) 269-5400
1300 E Bradford Pkwy
Springfield, MO 65804
Psychologist

Haymes, Richard R, PhD
(417) 269-5400
1300 E Bradford Pkwy
Springfield, MO 65804
Psychologist

Lord, Patrick K, PhD
(417) 269-6891
3850 S National Ave Ste I770
Springfield, MO 65807
Psychologist

Orr, Carol J, PhD
(417) 269-5400
1300 E Bradford Pkwy
Springfield, MO 65804
Psychologist

Radovanovich, Barbara L, PhD
(417) 269-5400
1300 E Bradford Pkwy
Springfield, MO 65804
Psychologist

Reuterfors, David , PhD
(417) 269-5400
1300 E Bradford Pkwy
Springfield, MO 65804
Psychologist

Rubenstein, Rosemary , PhD
(417) 269-6891
3850 S National Ave Ste I770
Springfield, MO 65807
Psychologist

Stefanowicz, John P, PhD
(417) 269-5400
1300 E Bradford Pkwy
Springfield, MO 65804
Psychologist

Wachtel Nash, Barbara , PhD
(417) 269-5400
1300 E Bradford Pkwy
Springfield, MO 65804
Psychologist

Williams, Brenda W, PhD
(417) 269-6891
3850 S National Ave Ste I770
Springfield, MO 65807
Psychologist

Thank you!
Leah

Leah Camp, VSG 5/31/2011
307 highest weight
284 before surgery
172 today, 4/30/2012 (11 months post-op)

RHONDA FROM KY
on 3/14/11 8:55 am - ALEXANDRIA, KY
Topic: A DAY AT A TIME

REFLECTION FOR THE DAY

One thing that keeps me on the right track today is a feeling of loyalty to other members of The Program, no matter where they may be.  We depend on each other.  I know, for example, that I'd be letting them down if I ever took a drink.  When I came into The Program, I found a group of people who were not only helping each other to stay sober, but who were loyal to each other by staying sober themselves.  Am I loyal to my group and to my friends in The Program?

 

TODAY I PRAY

I thank God for the loyalty and fellowship oh the group and for the mutuality of commitment that binds us together.  May I give to the group in the same proportion that I take from it.  Having been a taker during so many of my years, my giving used to be no more than a commodity, for which I expected to be paid in approval or love or favors.  May I learn the joy of pure giving, with no strings attached, no expectation of reward.

 

TODAY I WILL REMEMBER

A perfect gift asks nothing in return.

 

 


It is good to have an end to journey towards; but it is the journey that matters in the end.  ~Ursula K. LeGuin

Patricia R.
on 3/14/11 7:47 am - Perry, MI
Topic: RE: Psychologist in Springfield Missouri
http://therapists.psychologytoday.com/rms/

This link will take you to Psychology Today's therapist search engine.  Good luck.

Trish
Seek always to do some good, somewhere. Every man has to seek in his own way to realize his true worth. You must give some time to your fellow man. For remember, you don't live in a world all your own. Your brothers are here too.
Albert Schweitzer
96179

Leah C.
on 3/14/11 4:41 am
Topic: Psychologist in Springfield Missouri
Searching in Springfield Missouri.

need a doctor with experience doing psychological evaluations, pre-operative psychotherapy and follow-up psychotherapy. Insurance requires it to be a licensed psychologist or psychiatrist. They cannot accept counselors, social workers, or nurse practitioners.

All recommendations are welcome. I will check my Insurance coverage based on the names suggested.

Thank you!

Leah Camp, VSG 5/31/2011
307 highest weight
284 before surgery
172 today, 4/30/2012 (11 months post-op)

Patricia R.
on 3/13/11 9:58 am - Perry, MI
Topic: RE: Feeling discouraged....vent alert
I understand that stuck feeling very well.  It is also easy to rationalize not following our prescribed program.  But, the program is designed the way it is for a reason.  For the reactive hypoglycemic episodes, you can have cheese and crackers, or peanut butter crackers, that way you are getting a protein with the carbs you need.  It will help you stablize your blood sugar better.  I had hypoglycemia for years, and know how it feels. 

As for the exericise, kick it up a notch, and vary it.  Do cardio on certain days, and weight training on alternate days.  Getting back to basics, and journaling your food, will help you see more progress.

God bless.

Hugs,
Trish
Seek always to do some good, somewhere. Every man has to seek in his own way to realize his true worth. You must give some time to your fellow man. For remember, you don't live in a world all your own. Your brothers are here too.
Albert Schweitzer
96179

RHONDA FROM KY
on 3/13/11 12:07 am - ALEXANDRIA, KY
Topic: RE: Feeling discouraged....vent alert
Feeling "discourage" is normal.  Life is filled with ups and downs.  But...   you need to get over it and pick yourself up and move on.  It's within yourself to make the changes not dependent on others or places or things.   You need to learn new and improved life changes and eating habits.  This is a life change not short term..   even if/when you get to your goal weight..   you'll need to have skills for maintaining.  Look for the positive.. encourage others.. strive for improvements.  Baby steps..

It is good to have an end to journey towards; but it is the journey that matters in the end.  ~Ursula K. LeGuin

RHONDA FROM KY
on 3/12/11 11:59 pm - ALEXANDRIA, KY
Topic: RE: Hello!

It is good to have an end to journey towards; but it is the journey that matters in the end.  ~Ursula K. LeGuin

RHONDA FROM KY
on 3/12/11 11:57 pm - ALEXANDRIA, KY
Topic: RE: Serenity Song

It is good to have an end to journey towards; but it is the journey that matters in the end.  ~Ursula K. LeGuin

RHONDA FROM KY
on 3/12/11 11:56 pm - ALEXANDRIA, KY
Topic: A DAY AT A TIME

REFLECTION FOR THE DAY

All my life, I looked to others for comfort, security and all the other things that add up to what I now call serenity.  But I've come to realize that I was always looking in the wrong place.  The source of serenity is not outside, but within myself.  The kingdom is within me, and I already have the key.  All I have to do is to be willing to use it.  Am I using the tools of The Program on a daily basis?  Am I willing?

 

TODAY I PRAY

God gave me the courage to seek out the kingdom inside myself, to find that well-spring within me which has its source in the never-ending, life-giving river of God.  May my soul be restored there.  May I find the serenity I seek.

 

TODAY I WILL REMEMBER

To seek the inner Kingdom.

 

 


It is good to have an end to journey towards; but it is the journey that matters in the end.  ~Ursula K. LeGuin

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