@cecelia19
I have depression from chronic pain over 8 years (osteoarthritis, nerve, spine, hips, headaches, etc.).

Amitriptyline did not work for me. Cymbalta/duloxetine worked for me which I also had combined with Wellbutrin/bupropion. I also have had panic attacks and had taken Zoloft/sertraline in the past which also helped.

You may benefit from seeing a psychiatrist who can prescribe medications and review interactions with other medications. A psychologist cannot help with prescribing.

You are definitely not alone. My depression has taken over my life this past year and I am trying to regain some quality of life one day at a time. I have had 4 different surgeries over the last 2.5 years and lost my job last year which has made it very challenging for me as a single parent of a teenager and his sole provider (waiting to see if I will be approved for disability…it has been almost 7 months and I have not heard anything yet on their decision). I have no family support system but my faith is giving me hope and strength for a better future.