I have struggled on/off with anxiety for about 10 years. Most of the time, not too severe and has been managable. I went on Paxil about 3 years ago and was on until about 10 months ago. I did NOT like the way the meds made me feel and, even on a low dosage, felt very "blah" and did not have much in the emotion-department. I tried others before that as well, but they made me physically ill.

Since I have been off of the Paxil, I have felt the anxiety creeping back stronger than ever. I am currently seeing a therapist that I am extremely happy with and feel like I'm making some progress. However, I stil am not feeling like I'm in a mentally healthy place and am almost always "on edge".

What I would like is some advice- particularly in terms of alternatives to medication. I really would like to not go back on anything and would like to learn to quiet the beast (somewhat!) on my own. Any suggestions?

OR any advice on medication with the least amount of side effects? I have not yet have children and hope to in the next few years- does anyone know anything about how meds interact with pregnancy?

Thanks!