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[Johnny54]

I am John, and I am new here. I struggle with depression and anxiety, and take medications for both. I seem to be doing alright, although I really struggle with anxiety regarding upcoming appointments with my Psychiatrist and Therapist. I live in Minneapolis, MN, and am 53 years old

[Travelchick]

Hi from your neighbor in Rochester. Hey John, you are making big steps by making an appointment and that's a big one! I know what you are feeling. Now it's your turn to tell your therapist and Dr how your feeling. It's hard and scarey at the beginning, but they will take your lead and it will be worth it. I always feel so much better after my therapy sessions....a breath of fresh air! Getting stuff off your chest! Keep us posted! Travelchick

[BonnieSue]

Hi John,

You're doing the best thing possible by making and keeping these 2 kinds of appointments. You are struggling with anxiety about them now, but you won't be after a while. The app'ts. will get to be something you get more and more comfortable with and maybe you'll look forward to them. I know I often do. My therapist is my friend and my psychiatrist is very friendly and easy to get along with.

Eventually you won't have so much free floating anxiety to attach itself to your anticipated app'ts. and you won't even contemplate your upcoming app'ts. You'll just notice you have an app't. on your calendar a day or so before you go. No big deal. It really will get more routine. Take heart, you're on the right track.

[hannah821]

Hi John, feeling pressure to perform may be why you struggle with anxiety. I can relate. I find it difficult with these appts also and forget to just be myself whatever that may be for you. Hope this helps.

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Hi John. I read a quote the other day. "No one said your journey would be easy but I promise you, it will be worth it. Going to doctors & therapists is very difficult. For me, I knew I was going to have to talk about my feelings, thoughts, fears & relationships. Very intense stuff but very necessary. I wanted to be well & I knew I couldn't keep going if I didn't get some help. My anxiety & depression were beating me down so bad I had to admit that I just could not fix this on my own. That was 20 years ago and I still burst into tears in my doctors office. It is a safe place to let it all out and I do! I always feel better afterwards & am absolutely bewildered why I felt so anxious about going in the first place. It does get easier with time & sharing this horrible medical condition is important. You do not have to carry this alone.

[Jilld1314]

Hi honey. You're doing the right thing. Meds and therapy are the best way to treat your anxiety. It might be uncomfortable at first but remember your number one and self-care is important right now and will be for a long time. If you don't feel comfortable with the certain therapist then move on to someone else. They're there to help you and if you're not getting what you want be vocal. Same with your meds if you're not feeling right or if you're not getting what you need speak up that's the most important thing when trying to feel better is 2 make sure that you're a part of her therapy and medication. Good luck