I have been there on the anxiety issue & it really sux!!

What I learned is to force yourself to face you fears. You're uncomfortable in public areas? Go to the grocery store for a full shopping trip. Tell yourself that you're okay ~ say it out loud if you have to (I know that I did!). You will make it. Keep on shopping despite your increasing anxiety. Go for regular walks outside, and so forth. That really is the very best way to beat the anxiety...facing it head-on, and proving that you can make it through. Over and over. It works!!

(((hugs))) Best wishes!