Odds of Hanging On
While people only go to see a physician when something bad happens, many will continue to see a psychiatrist weekly, bi-weekly or monthly no matter what's going on in their lives. They just want a place to check in—someone to listen to them speak about whatever thoughts are swimming about in their skulls. Often, a patient will stick with their therapist for years on end, meaning that you don't have to worry too much about being around for the long haul.