this is true. When I fight the fears I can usually break thru, but often I don't begin to fight or take too long to do it.

Triggers are everywhere: I've been afraid of my room, using the computer, getting out of the house, getting back to the house, watching TV, anything that reminds me of a fear I experienced.

I don't know about the therapist. It's almost as if we are not getting along. I think he is pressing my buttons on purpose so that I would work on the problems, but it does not feel supportive, nor do I feel better after sessions.

[quote=suzanne98]I have, without a doubt, been dealing with anxiety/depression. I was in a meeting with my boss, my boss' boss and some other higher ups. That is the moment I had my panic attack. When all was said and done I was terrified to drive. Since my fiancee and I work together it was easy for me to avoid driving. After 2 days I decided I had to nip it in the bud. I drove my 45 minute drive on the PA turnpike to work. I stayed in the right lane and talked to myself to stay as calm as possible. Once I was close to work I cried uncontrollably. I was so excited that I did it. Now I can drive again. What I am saying is, you have to fight your fears. I know it is hard, I was so scared and felt like I couldn't breathe the whole time. But I'm so happy I did.

I also go to therapy and take Lexapro. Has your therapist told you about triggers and you need to get rid of them? In my case, smells were a real trigger. I got rid of the candles I used at those times and shampoo and body wash. I did other things that made a huge difference too. I put a slip cover on the couch so the house looked different. My favorit? I smashed all of my pain meds. That got rid of a lot of my frustration. I wish you luck and let me know if I can do anything to help!! [/quote]