I have had both for many years. I am 64. I went to CBT therapy 8 years ago which helped tremendously in dealing with my stressful job however I should have switched to a longer term, psychodynamic, longer term therapist. I was working and also a caretaker for my mother. My mother passed at beginning of COVID and I was extremely isolated. I had retired and lived by myself. I went off sertraline as I didn't have stress of work and caregiving. My thought patterns were still so negative though . I searched for a new therapist for a long time. Went back to prior location and saw someone for 4 months which helped but I felt she was too young inexperienced. I hit the jackpot finally a year and a half ago when I found my current psychologist. I talk to her every week. She is my rock. I feel seen heard for the first time in my life. I am finally living a happy life except for some physical sickness which I won't get into. Yes it is sad I never got help earlier in my life but she has helped me get past that. I am only taking trazodone to help me with chronic sleep issues but that's it. I have learned that self care like exercise, meditation (qui gong is the best- it balances me), good whole foods, and connecting to people on group hikes, volunteering, etc are key for me to stay well.

I know it is so hard to find help in this world but you have to keep trying. 2 years ago I could barely walk so I started with short walks. It helped me get on my feet in more ways than one. I have my bad days but they are a lot fewer now .

I hope this helps