How to stop intrusive thoughts?

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I’m struggling with thoughts about self harm. I don’t think I would ever actually go through with it and I don’t think it would make me feel any better if I did it. Sometimes the urge is quite strong.

Ive been to GP and been given some antidepressants. I’m trying to do some of the right things like walking/exercise and relaxing which might help in the longer term. But there anything I can do in that moment when I feel so bad?

thanks for reading

Therapy.
I'm seeing a clinical psychologist..
We are doing CAT.. much better than CBT.
It's a 24 week programme. I'm on my 5th session and it's already helping..

I'm just off to bed but wanted to share this video with you, it might help you understand what intrusive thoughts are and how to deal with them;

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Thank you. I’ve been referred to NHS for counselling but waiting to hear back

Thank you I’ll take a look