i'm new here, please help

[kiran01]

hi, i have suffered with anxiety and depression symptoms for over 2 years. A few months ago I finished CBT but have recently been feeling in such a low mood, so much worse than before CBT. I have never been diagnosed as i was never sure how to go about it, but now that i'm of an age where my parents don't have to oversee my GP appointments, is a diagnosis something worth looking into? I've always questioned what's wrong with me, and it was only when my school advised me to see a therapist, did anything get better for a while. Recently my anxiety attacks have been pretty bad, having mild ones at least once a day. I want a professional opinion but the last time i went to a doctor with my mom after i had self harmed, they referred me to counselling that never got back to me. I'm 17, i need help and i don't know what to do. I don't have a strong support circle of friends and my family think i'm better now. please help and guide me.

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Hi, some options are to see a psychiatrist for a diagnosis, or a psychologist if you want to continue therapy. You can also find a local therapist or counseling organization by doing a web search. My suggestion would be to look up some reviews before making an appointment.

I recently went to a psychiatrist because I wanted to know if there was underlying anxiety causing me depression and wanted to start medication. I suppose it’s really up to you whether a diagnosis is needed.

Good luck!

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You mention Kiran you had seen a Therapist so your GP must have referred you. Did you not feel CBT was any help at all ? Generally sessions should help you come to terms with your Anxiety/ Depression. Did you feel you were given tools to approach your problems, when push comes to shove it can sometimes fall back on Our lap to put things in order to move on How can I help

I was wondering if you had Therapy or not, if no I would advise you visit your Doctor, take a list of your worries and concerns, also harming. This will help you explain you needs

BOB