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

Therapy, while an important assessment, can become very expensive and unaffordable. Have you considered any self-help books (or workbooks) that are related to codependency and depression? Perhaps, you can check them out from the library or buy them off the Internet for cheap. I'm not too familiar with very many codependency-related books, but if you look at the psychology section of most bookstores, you will most likely see relevant resources that can help you work through those concerns. There are also some books for those who are dealing with depression, such as Feel Good which I'd highly recommend if you're experiencing excessive self-criticism and you're trying to develop your self-esteem.

You could ask a friend or compassionate member of family for advice and support. It is worth exploring if there are free self help group meetups for sufferer of those, also looking for advice in the world wide web can have great value. Do not oversee also counseler of the spiritual nature, like priest and other representatives of religion. Even if you are not believer yourself, the practicioners will listen to your sorrows and often offer support and advice.

Exercise and good diet, CBT workbooks, having a sense of routine (getting dressed, going outside, getting sunshine.) Having a strong support system, people who listen without judgment. Online forums for people with depression can help if you lack offline support. All easier said than done, but take it as you will.

Talking to people & finding tips online. It is important to talk to people about your struggles so they can help you.

Find your passion. Your vice, if you will. Often external life cannot bate the hellfire inside of us, because external life, as nice as it is, offers emptiness. Money and materials and alcohol and drugs never help. What I'm saying is, look inside yourself. Find your vice, be it writing or singing or painting or reading or knitting. Find something that when you perform it, it eases the pain. It is not as good as therapy, but four years later, and I'm still standing.

You have done a positive thing by coming onto the site . We are all here to help . You are not alone. Here at 7cups of tea are some fantastic supportive people who are here for you

Try the calming mindful exercises here on 7cups or self-help guides. Try to talk to your parents. friends or even a listener here to get support.

talk to your friends or family and tell them you need help or support in your time of need to be able to get better

7 cups have volunteer trained listeners that can listen to your situation and give you some comfort.

Meditate and go for self therapy ..nobody could help a person better that himself..be strong and try to cheer yourself up..see what'd positive about your life and be thankful for that and decide that you won't live life in a messy condition further