Anyone go to a psychologist and it actually help them?

[Mr. Philosophy]

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Problem with most therapists is they are usually pretty messed up themselves. Thus going to them for advice can be bad since they really aren't equipped for proper guidance.

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wtf? professional therapist = certified, trained, licensed psychologist/psychiatrist, this generalization seems way off base.

and OP: yes

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Actually it isn't. When you have worked with people in the field you come to see a lot of them should not be giving advice because they are pretty wacky themselves. Probably the reason why they become therapists is so they can try to understand their own psychological issues.

Being able to obtain a license does not mean the person should be giving advice. I'm sure people in this thread can give examples of some horrible therapists they have went to. Also, I am not saying all therapists are not in a position to treat patients, but I will say the majority shouldn't.