I am struggling with codependency and depression. I cannot afford therapy. What can I do to get help?

Try going to codependents anonymous meetings in your area. They are free and will help you see that you are not alone in your struggles. I tried it when I needed it most and it helped me get past my struggles faster because of seeing others in similar struggles. It is easier when you know you are not alone. There are also groups for depression. You only have to go to as many as you feel you need. The structure is a non-judgmental environment where you can speak honestly about your current struggle and hear from others who have succeeded in getting past their own struggles.

Keep chatting on 7cups and if your depression is because you want to change your life, then change it. You have to take action in order to make things better. No actions, no results.

The answer is obvious - that is why you're here! In 7 Cups of Tea, we provide people to talk about their problems. Although we listeners mostly don't give advice, we help people to analyze their situation and find the best way to handle the obstacles the face. We believe that every person is the expert of themselves. And no one is given heavier problems than what one's capable of.

Try sites like these! Since you're already struggling with codependency, I wouldn't recommend trying to get help from your friends, since it can put a huge strain on your relationship. However, that doesn't mean they can't support you and encourage you on your bad days.

you can talk to counsellors, or seek help here at 7 cups. speak to experienced people. there is online therapy as well.

Meditation, writing, crafting, drawing, talking to a close friend or relative or even someone on here is a good way to keep yourself busy and are coping mechanisms to helping you along the way if you cannot afford therapy. Id always recommend seeing your GP if you are struggling as they may be able to provide something for you thats not as expensive or maybe even free of charge. We are always here to listen and we are of no cost. Please remember, you are never alone and there is always someone here for you to talk to. We are here 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and 365 days a year. You are always welcome to talk to us and we will always be listening. Hope you find the best outcome to your question soon. Take care and Good Luck! Lots of love! SammiieSmiles~xx

I'm sorry you're suffering and not able to access the help you need. Many therapists offer sliding scale fees, so it's worth asking. If you're in education, your institution may offer counselling. In the meantime, self help books can be useful. Try searching for "The Depression Cure" by Stephen S. Ilardi and "The Feeling Good Handbook" by David D. Burns in your local library.

Online support is one option. Another is local voluntary services. A third might be (local) religious organizations, as these often provide some sort of counselling or support.

Download app like this it’s free help and people are willing to listen and help you in these type of situations

Join support groups! Talk to friends. Find free therapy organizations. Coda is a great source for people with dependency issues.

We actually have an online therapist available on this platform if you are interested you can check it out here (http://www.7cups.com/online-therapy/)

You can read books, watch videos that can help your case even alittle. Overcoming hardships in general can come in many ways, but the main engine for that is your willing to overcoming them.

Relate to groups here.Also you can get a listener.Can listen to advice on dr podcasts. Also pets.if you can afford.

You must now take it upon yourself to take actionable steps and goals to lead you in the right direction. A good start might be finding a forum or server where you can discuss your situation with people in a similar situation.

See your family doctor who can make referrals to therapy services that are available in your area that don't charge

Find an free online service to get counseling. Talk to some close friends or family about your mental health.

When dealing with depression, your social support is your biggest asset. Talk to your friends and family. They have been there for you before your current problems, and will most likely see you through the bad times.

You can try the website 7cupsoftea ! This FREE website has trained listeners always willing to talk to you, as well as free therapists. I've signed up when I was too afraid to ask my parents for therapy as a teen, and it changed my life. Everyone is always so willing and helpful, and now I am a trained listener as well! I hope you join our community soon.

I practice yoga and meditate/pray at least once a week. I try talking to people that I feel safe with as soon as I start feeling depressed.

speak with those that you trust e.g. parents or friends. if those aren't available please use 7 cups!

You can talk on here to the listeners and we can help you work on your emotions. Even though listeners cannot give professional advice we are there in case you ever feel the need to vent.

You could possibly try a free mental health phone line or try an online chat with a help centre. Depending on where you live, most countries have a was to access suport

Maybe you can found someone with an open mind and talk like if this person was your therapist, someone in who you trust and you feel comfortable to talk about

7 Cups is free and offers great support from many members who are always available and happy to help.

The answer is right underneath your fingertips!! Create a member profile on here, if you don’t already have one, and find a “listener” near you! There are 100’s of kind and caring people on here that can help you with any situation! We are not real therapists though, so we’re not professional. But we do go through training, so your not stuck with just anybody.

At 7 Cups, you can find some help, by just having someone listen to you as you talk about your issues and figure some stuff out. The self-help guides on here can help too. You can read about other people going through the same struggles, if you surf google, search specific questions, for example, how to get better at being codependent, you may find some answers or some insight at the least. You can find videos on maybe youtube, dealing with those topics, and all the while, everything you learn all by yourself, you can share and reflect on it as you talk with a listener here, as you make progress.

You could start by talking to a listener on 7 cups for free. There are often free or donation based therapy options in your community depending where you live. My suggestion for where to start at home would be to try and do something for yourself and set goals. This could be once a day / week, whatever seems easiest. If you are codependent let that person know so they can help you. Be kind to yourself and to the person you are dependent on. It will help your relationship and it will help you feel better. It will likely be a slow process. Self care is important!

Therapy can be very useful but also very expensive. There is a wealth of information and support out there on codependency and depression. You will find a lot of information, tips and support for depression on the 7 cups of tea website. There are also a lot of information online with various forums and online support groups. Perhaps you could research support groups in your local area which you can attend in person. You may find it helpful to read self help guides. Keep in mind exercise is very beneficial even if it is just getting outside and going on a walk.

An ideal free first step, in my opinion, would be to talk to some trained listeners here on 7cups. It may help you understand the reasons behind your codependency and depression. Once you understand the reason behind your codependency and depressions, you can discuss with your listener and devise some SMART goals to overcome it. A great source to understand the reason behind codependency would be to explore your childhood and understand your attachment patterns with different people. I feel it will help you understand how it translates to current relationships and how it might be linked to your depression too.

I was struggling with depression for quite sometime. I never knew I was in depression until recently I came across another peer suffering with depression. I could totally relate to whatever she said and felt. It began by just withdrawing myself from social media platforms and isolating myself. I would never answer calls or reply to messages. I cut off myself from all my school friends and wished to be alone. I was indulged in overthinking, lost my appetite, lost interest in doing things I liked once, lost sleep. I was crying for help from within but was fearful that my people might judge me, which made me shut. Also going for therapy meant telling me family what I am going through and adding up costs. But then I came across 7 cups, and it brought me a step closer to open up my heart to somebody. I started feeling lighter after talking to online listeners. It still is helping me a lot.