How to get rid of my anxiety?

How to get rid of/lessen anxiety.?

• I have really bad anxiety, I have for many years. I also used to have really bad depression, but that seems to be better. My anxiety is getting worse, I'm scared to leave the house...How can I get rid of my anxiety? My mom won't take me to the doctor, and she doesn't want me to take medications AT ALL. I visited a counselor a few times a couple years ago, but it wasn't helping so my mom decided that I should stop going. I'm going to turn 18 in less than 2 months. Is there any way that I could see a doctor then on my own, to get my anxiety evaluated, and try out medication to see if it helps? and if so, how much would it cost?

• Answer:

  What country are you in? Sounds like you're in America cos you mention your 'Mom'. Anyway, if you're gonna turn 18 very soon you're no longer a minor & it doesn't matter a damn what your Mom says. Do what's right for you. Forget about pleasing your Mom. Go to the nearest doctor & ask if you can see him or make an appointment. Its definitely not up to your mother anymore what you do. Be your own person. No doubt she's probably filled your head full of all sorts of nonsense & the sooner you can get away from that the better you'll be, but start with seeing a doctor on your own if possible & taking medication if that's what the doctor prescribes without your mother's say so. Its over bearing mothers & fathers who cause fear & anxiety in children.