Finished Psych Evaluation, so excited!

Hello Everyone,

I rarely post but I just had my psych evaluation. I was stressing about it for apparently no reason.  Since I have been reading so much on this forum and doing even more research she said that I was very prepared. Now I am on to the next step, waiting for the pre-op appointment with the surgeon. It is so surreal that this is actually happening. I look forward to a healthier life.

Thank you all who post on here. Without your information and messages of hope I don't think I would be feeling so prepared for what is to come in the future!

Thank you,

Maureen

I am glad that is behind you, and I am assuming that you got the green light to move forward. 

YAY!

I have my psych eval Jan 9th and they said it takes 2 -3 hours!  I'm nervous but excited knowing that it is one step closer to surgery and a new life.  What was your appointment like?  Was it a personality test or a counseling session? 

Good luck on your next steps!

 

Lori

Dear LoriLo45,

I was really concerned about the psych evaluation because I am bi-polar and am in recovery from drug addiction. I was worried that they would deny me for either of those issues. The psychiatrist who did my evaluation was just concerned if I was stable and in recovery.  She basically wanted to know if I was prepared mentally and emotionally for the surgery and also if my expectations were realistic. Thanks to doing a ton of stalking on this forum and doing outside research along with working with a counselor I am prepared both mentally and emotionally. I am sure you will do fine, just be honest so that if there is anything that you need to work on prior to the surgery it is addressed.

Good Luck,

Maureen

Hi Maureen Thanks for the reply. Keep up the great work with your recovery!