Anxiety Issues

[Integrity]

Hello,

I'm currently 20 years old. I've wanted to see a therapist for the past few years. Procrastination, financial limitations and lack of support by family/friends has contributed to my choice not to go. I think the main reason, however, is my anxiety.

Even though I have significant problems with my family, I feel dependent on them to help me (even though they deny my need to seek/receive help). My mom has told me for years that she would help me set up appointments, make calls, etc. and does not follow through. I feel like I should be able to do these things by myself, and not rely on others, but I feel incapable and overwhelmed.

I finally have an appointment through my mom's psychiatrist, but it's a month away, and only for my anxiety issues. My family does not know some of the things I am dealing with, and I don't want them to. I would really like to talk to someone right away, and I think online is the only way I can do that.

I've never been diagnosed by a professional, but I think I have the symptoms associated with agoraphobia, social anxiety disorder, and PTSD. I feel like I need to do something right away, because I let it go on all ready for far too long. I'm not sure if this was the right place to go, but I would really appreciate any replies. I would really like to talk to someone privately, if possible.

Thanks.

[Jennifer]

hey
glad that you are taking the steps to get yourself some help. You can talk to a therapist privately through our online counseling choices. You can find them @ http://www.completecounselingsolutions.com/sessions.php thxs and have a great day.