This is an interesting thread. I was diagnosed with depression almost 2 years ago and remember taking ADs for the first time and being horrified that I might have to take them for a few months - skip forward to now, and I'm still changing meds to find a combination that works. About 8 years ago I was quite low and had a few counselling sessions at my GP's surgery, made a few changes to my life and was fine. This time though I had a few sessions through my OH's work and it felt like it was only scratching the surface - I was only allowed 5 face-to-face sessions but luckily was offered other support through MH services in my area.

And now? - well, I've been seeing this t for a few months now and feel I am beginning to trust and open up more, so I can't see it finishing any time soon. I can recognise that some of my problems are because I am quite socially isolated but I feel I need a period of stability before I feel able to take on commitments that I can cope with without feeling overwhelmed. Not there yet. I would hope that at some point I will be able to cope - and even enjoy - life without therapy, but I am trying not to set time limits just now.