That is terrible. Counselling on campus should see you right away. I have done that a few times in my past as well. Now what?

call a family member or friend? Once I got comfort just by talking to a close friend and "unloading"

I'm not sure what issues you're dealing with, but Googling "depression hotline" came up with a number of hits (and phone numbers), and I'll bet "crisis hotline" would do the same. Maybe try one of those for a while?

((((((((((((((Aggie)))))))))) I was having panic attacks related to family issues when I was in grad school, went to the counseling center and had such a HORRIBLE experience that it turned me off therapy for YEARS. Please call your local mental health center for or, as Frank suggested, a hotline for a referral. There are often some kind of resources for scale. ((((((((HUGS)))))))

Hang in there! Here is a link with resources:

http://dailystrength.org/help/crisis-resources

Do try to call someone. I remeber the anxiey of school at times can be overwhelming especially when dealing with other issues as well.

I agree with the others advice, just sending hugs your way in hopes you feel better soon.

(((((Aggie)))))))))

Thanks for the support everyone, I appreciate it. The problem I am having isn't with depression - I have had some low days since all this started but overall not depressed. It is just feeling overwhelmed with stress and feeling anxious about life in general.

So, you came to the right place. Here on DS, we are here to help. It's better than counseling at times, not saying that it replaces it, but you are not alone.
Start by telling what bothers you, what makes it so hard for you right now.
Meanwhile, here is some hugs, so you feel better.

Queendy - Lets see, first I would have to say that what is bothering me is that even though I have tried I still haven't dealt with what my ex-bf did. I feel hurt, betrayed, responsible for what happened, confused by his actions, like I wasn't good enough for him somehow - add to this the fact that he has a plea hearing on Wednesday and I am terrified that he will change his mind on the last thing he had told me a while back and plead not guilty and that would mean it would go to trial and I would have to go testify - and school, I am supposed to graduate in May and I am really excited about that but that also means that along with the stress of classes and doing well in them I am uncertain about my future and what I will do. I have wanted to go to graduate school and pursue a career in marine biology for the longest time now but at the same time I have the fears (probably the same as most people have) that I have been wasting my time and won't be good enough or smart enough to achieve my dreams.

Now I like to think of myself as a fairly educated smart woman so I know that some of these fears about school are normal and probably unfounded, and some of the feelings about my ex are irrational. But logically knowing these things and what I feel don't seem to be meshing up like they should. So there it is, like I said basically I am stressed and anxious about life in general.

You might want to call your local hospital and/or Health and Human Services Dept of the local gov't (and maybe even call back the campus counseling ctr to check with them too) to see if any of those organizations can direct you to mental health clinics in the area that offer pro-bono services or services on a sliding scale according to your income.

My mom lost her job in Jan. and that was just icing on the cake to a good many things that have been going on with her since 2004. She needed to see a counselor to start working through things badly, but has no health insurance and is on unemployment for the time being. It took her a few days of phone calls, but she did finally find a referral service for counselors that are doing pro-bono work and was able to see one the next week. Unfortunately, the "system" can be a maze sometimes and with so many people needing assistance now, you may have to be persistent, but don't give up!

Do you have a local womens shelter or service for victims of abuse? They often offer free counseling services to women in need and you do not need to be a "resident" I wish you the best!

Hi Aggie,

Lots of good advice here. First of all, stay on the lists. They often move a lot faster than what they indicate (like waiting for a seat at a restaurant--waiter tells you 20 minute wait, you're seated in five). Keep calling back and checking for openings.

Do call the help lines--they can be very beneficial.

Also consider counseling from a minister or member of the clergy.

And of course, vent here and definitely journal. Those are so important.

Hugs, A. You are stronger than you think.

Just adding my support here, as everyone has given you excellent resources, to find someone to talk too! Call and be persistent, and you will get what you need. Big healing hugs, as you try and deal with this. Stay here and lean on us, as you find your way:-) Kimmee

Call Catholic Charities and see if they have a counseling center in your area.

I have one by me and they charge on a sliding scale fee.

They were only going to charge me 5 bucks.

I believe the counselors are either fresh out of college or they are still in college and they are supervised by someone.

It's better than no counseling at all.

May I suggest ==>

1. Search for "woman's legal counseling" as well. Legal counseling could help you feel more relaxed about the legal issues.

2. Ask for a referral to other counseling.