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Am I Ok

Am I Ok

I have been seeing a therapist/psychologist for almost 4 years (depression & anxiety) which has helped a lot. My problem is he is closing his practice, I will still get my meds from primary Dr. Its just that I am so used to seeing him once a month. I think I will be alright not seeing a therapist. But I feel like maybe I should try to live my life without seeing one. I guess my question is, is it wise to just stop going to see someone or should I try to find a new one?
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This is an issue you should discuss carefully with your current therapist before you stop.  The answer depends on what you have learned, and where you are in your sense of being confident that you will address whatever problems that come up and resolve them rather than run away from them...If you are ready to confront, you might want to do that on your own.
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a lot of time depression is caused by anxiety. if this is the case, buy MAP-3, mastering anxiety and panic by barlow. it is the cbt manual. you can work through it yourself. get it at amazon.
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Would you consider a support group? There are often self-help support groups for people diagnoses with depression and anxiety. A lot of people have said they have been really helpful.
Also, I hope that your therapist (the one that you will be ending with) gave you some possible referrals in the event that you find that you do need to restart therapy in the future.
I say, give a support group a try! It may just give you that extra support that you need.
Good luck
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Why am I all alone?
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