Originally Posted by
loveon2legs 
Wow in never ceases to amaze me with the so called therapists and counsellors in this town.... I had phoned Wednesday to see if I could get some help...three different organizations...and not a call back.... this happened to me a few years ago too when I was reaching out....each time the door was shut...strange....that's why I've had issues with reaching out to people it seems they just dont care or are just "too busy" to bother.... I don't know...whatever the case I have you guys here...and I feel blessed!!
Just venting abit...I'm abit upset...
Sorry you've had such a negative experience. I've been taught that anytime an alcoholic reaches out for help, the hand of AA should be there....and for that I am individually responsible. I imagine AA's hotline responsivenes varies from place to place, but generally speaking I think it does pretty well in helping others. I can't speak to any other organizations though.
I was on an airplane flight once when the flight attendant made an announcement asking if there were any "friends of Bill" aboard (code word for recovered alcoholic). Evidently there was a newly sober person struggling with a craving for a drink....not surprisingly, there was a friend of Bill's there to provide support.
I hope you don't give up. Maybe you've been looking in the wrong place(s) for help. I think that both NA, AA and alanon are all pretty vigilant about being there when someone reaches out. Counselors and therapists.....not so much.
blessings
zenbear