I need to ring my GP tomorrow

[EveryPlanetHasAYorkshire]

About my depression, anxiety and panic attacks and for some reason I am shit scared even though I have done it before and feel panicky just thinking about it .

I keep thinking they are judging me and I am bothering everyone.

When you have done it before have you got the help you needed? Is there a particular doctor that you get on well with?

Hi OP, I was in your exact position and started a thread yesterday as I knew I needed to do something about my depression but was terrified and didn't know how. People on mumsnet gave me some amazing information and I called my GP this morning. I cried on the phone to the receptionist was lovely and very understanding, and just telling somone how I felt was such a relief. The doctor called me back a few hours later and asked questions such as how I was feeling, for how long, if there was anything in particular that was causing to me feel this way, etc. The doctor was very understanding and non-judgmental. I was prescribed antidepressants and given contact details for counseling. I haven't started the medication yet but I already feel like everything is a little brighter and proud of myself for making the first steps.
Someone on my threat told me I deserved to feel happy and you do too OP. Its scary reaching out but once you do you'll begin to feel amazing.
Be strong and remember you deserve happiness

@Purplewithred

When you have done it before have you got the help you needed? Is there a particular doctor that you get on well with?

The one I spoke to on the phone last time was nice.

@GoldenNCurly

Hi OP, I was in your exact position and started a thread yesterday as I knew I needed to do something about my depression but was terrified and didn't know how. People on mumsnet gave me some amazing information and I called my GP this morning. I cried on the phone to the receptionist was lovely and very understanding, and just telling somone how I felt was such a relief. The doctor called me back a few hours later and asked questions such as how I was feeling, for how long, if there was anything in particular that was causing to me feel this way, etc. The doctor was very understanding and non-judgmental. I was prescribed antidepressants and given contact details for counseling. I haven't started the medication yet but I already feel like everything is a little brighter and proud of myself for making the first steps. Someone on my threat told me I deserved to feel happy and you do too OP. Its scary reaching out but once you do you'll begin to feel amazing. Be strong and remember you deserve happiness

I was given details for counselling last time as well but haven't contacted them yet.

Try not to worry, they have heard similar before and they will want to help you.

If you are unable to ring your gp, you can self-refer online which may be easier. Just google your area or borough if in London along with “self refer mental health” and you should find your relevant nhs service.

I hope you feel better soon. It feels bad now but the fact that you are taking steps to get help is really positive and that motivation will help you through treatment too.