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Marrero, LA
May 1
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Members discussed whether therapy can help with epilepsy, with most agreeing it can be a valuable tool, especially for managing stress, which... Read more

Members discussed whether therapy can help with epilepsy, with most agreeing it can be a valuable tool, especially for managing stress, which is a common seizure trigger. Several members shared personal experiences with psychologists helping them process trauma, depression, and the emotional weight of an epilepsy diagnosis, with one member noting dramatic progress without added medication after working with a trauma-trained psychologist. A recurring theme was that results depend heavily on finding the right therapist, as many are unfamiliar with epilepsy, and that personalized care matters since every person's experience with the condition is different.

A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

It depends on the therapist. Most therapists are not aware of epilepsy. And finding a epileptologist is difficult to find especially with the coverage you have. I have spoken to 4 different therapists. Two therapists asked me what epilepsy was, and the other two wanted to know what epilepsy feels like. The health system is to make money only.

May 2
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

Depends upon what type of therapy you are seeking? Are you in need of emotional, physical, wellness, or having a combination of all three, or an epilepsy based neurological? I am asking these questions to build thoughts so you are able to plan out how to achieve the best care for your health.

Every person is different so only you can determine the best way to achieve those answers then manage self-care on a daily basis so you are in the best health possible. It takes a bit of research then making some options on personal choice of how therapy is desired then staying consistent so the goal of good health will be the focus.

May 2
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

Sometime it can help ease the muscle pain

May 1
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

You’d want them to help you - on everything you face when you are NOT having a seizure. And though they certainly could not do such, as each epileptic can so much differ, they’d have recommendations on where you can find what would be most beneficial for your personal life.

May 4
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

I wanted to add that I was dealing with numerous Therapies over the years. I was a minor, so anything of any importance said would get back to my parents. I was deeply resentful of my overbearing, controlling mother. It was hard to make friends in school because since every year since 6th grade they put me in the Smart Cl ass, then Dumb Class. They did not know I had a severe Learning Disability back then. I do have a Psychiatrist to speak to if needed. Stress is a Trigger. My Neurologist thinks being able to speak to someone is a good idea.

May 3

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