You are not alone. I was recently diagnosed with depression and anxiety. I currently take effexor for depression and xanax for the quick fix for anxiety. I know that it has helped me but i also know that I have a long way to go. My DR told me that we didn't get this way overnight so the recovery process won't happen that quickly either. I feel alone as well. But since I found this site, I feel less alone and hopefully knowing that others feel like me with help me pull through this. Keep your head up. I'll be trying to do the same.