I go to group therapy for depression and anxiety, felt my depression was downplayed
I go to weekly sessions for anxiety and depression, referred by GP. Two ladies run the course but one of them went on holiday, so there is another lady. The topic was, what was something you used to do but don't do anymore, and what the reason was.
We took turns and when I said I don't go to the gym because sometimes I have seasonal affective disorder. Later on when we took turns again what we should do to achieve the things we used to enjoy, she looks at me and says "We live in Wales for goodness sake, we live in Wales." Someone in the group spoke up recommended I do the national exercise referral programme.
Why is my depressed getting downplayed at a place for help with depression and anxiety? Its a genuine depression in this country, People have SAD lamps, medication, etc.
I'm really annoyed that I didn't stick up for myself (well, I was completely taken left field from this)
When the session was finishing, she says "I can be chopsy at times" She is aware, but I don't think it is needed here in these sessions. Am I thinking to deep, should I go citizen advice? I've never complained about someone ever, I always let things slide but I can't keep letting people dig, I'm trying to speak up more.