[Busby]

Have you thought about going on a anxiety management course? I attended one that lasted about 10 weeks or so, and was surprised at how effective it was. I got a referral through my CPN , but I think doctors/GP's can also refer. Alot of it was based around CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy), and it was surprisingly effective (although not a magical cure, it took alot of engagement with the theory and practising). If you are not familiar with CBT you can Google "MoodGym" and find a online program you can do at your own pace (sorry, I dont know the link to it).

I understand that shyness and anxiety can interfere with relaying information to the professionals. I have similar problems. Do you think making notes inbetween appointments with your CPN and other professionals about issues you would like to talk about could help you? I use to email my CPN on a regular basis about stuff that was going on with me because I could never tell them in person ( I'd get tongue tied, and forget most stuff), so inbetween appointments, I drafted emails/letters and would forward them to him before my appointment, so he would be able to initiate the conversations around issues I was facing.