Anxiety-will I ever feel better?

[Bumblebee87]

I don't know how to word this. I could go into more detail but I can't think properly right now, so I'll just give the basics, if that's ok.

I suffer from anxiety. I've always been an anxious person. My anxiety was very bad when I was a teenager, but that was related to something specific and stopped when the situation stopped if that makes sense. Life is great now but anxiety returned about a year or two ago.

Have been referred for cbt. Have had two appointments and was told yesterday that I'm going to be upgraded to a more in depth cbt as my anxiety is 'severe and deep-rooted'. This scared me. It made me think there's a possibility that I might not ever feel better.

Is there anyone out there that has suffered from severe anxiety and has got better as a result of cbt? I think I just need a bit of hope that things will be ok. Thanks.

I'm afraid I have no great response for you, but wanted to just let you know that I too am an anxiety sufferer. In fact, I've just been to the docs today because I can no longer tolerate how it's affecting my entire life.
I've been prescribed some tablets, which I'm hoping will help. I'm also having bloods to check for thyroid issues, but can't see that being the problem.
I am an anxious person and I need to address how I manage it.
The doctor mentioned cbt but of course, there's a long waiting list.
Good lick in your quest for an anxious-free/reduced life!

Hmm well I wouldn't say I am cured and I don't think I ever will be but I am better than I was and can go for long periods without feeling anxious. It always seems to come back sadly but usually only when I am stressed so I try to keep my life as calm and ordered as I can!

Not smoking or drinking helps and exercise helps a lot.