group cbt

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Been on antidepressants forever. Serious anxiety issues screwing up my life. Much of it due to circumstances beyond mine and anyone else control. (multiple disability in family) just had an assessment with nhs. Been offered a 6 week cbt group course.

Trying to be positive but have tried cbt before. I have Aspergers and I'm no good at rating emotions or thinking of alternatives. I think as I think.

Please can someone reassure me that this may work. Thought of even walking in a room with other people makes me feel so sick. I hate people. I hate crowds. I hate talking.

I want to get better, but I really don't think this is the right way. Had hoped for some counselling, just me and one person. Thought of that was hard enough, but I know I need help. Not sure a room full of people will help.

A friend of mine has Aspergers and has received therapy through the National Autistic Society. It was with someone who really got Aspergers and has helped a lot. I don't know how much it cost but this is them: www.autism.org.uk/counselling

I would maybe give them a ring anyway to advise on what you are entitled to on the NHS. Another option is to contact Anxiety UK who offer low cost therapy: www.anxietyuk.org.uk/contact-us and again may be able to advise.

The NHS emphasis on CBT is frustrating to say the least. That doesn't mean it can't work but I think your concerns are reasonable so wanted to suggest other options.

Did you tell them you have Aspergers? Often the decisions as to which option you are given is done by someone junior, if you like your Gp book to meet them, explain your concerns and ask for other options