not sure how helpful CBT is for me, rather disappointed

[MissChief]

that's it, enough said. It's expensive, it tells me what I could read in a book/hear from a friend (well, okay, probably wouldn't remain one for long!)

I have found it somewhat helpful but only in the sense that a professional has recognised my situation/condition and is giving support but that's it. There's no miracle cure on the horizon and I've been going a couple of months on a weekly basis. I'd thought it would be v practical, v exercise based, v immediate in effect. It's all rather woolly and intangible. It makes me think I AM stuck with this for life as I've tried a range of options now.

[MissChief]

Belated thank you, PD. You've really hit the nail on the head - safety nets are key. It's just being forewarned, isn't it? by the time I notice, I'm often too far gone to claw my way back out again. I must make time for yoga/meditation - would really calm me down, I'm sure.