I have experienced much of what you state above. In the past, I have tried many things from traditional talk therapy, EFT, meditation,acupuncture, hypnosis, diet and exercise. However, I can't say I have ever taken antidepressant medicine. That said, although all of the above have helped in some way, what's been my biggest help was finally getting into what started as a 12 step for OA and then Al-anon (one led to the other) since working the program since last October WOW WOW WOW.... I have felt better than I have in years... I read your previous post and I am wondering IF some of what you feel can be attributed from your relationship (as all roads seem to lead back to one another) in which case, I wanted to suggested a 12 step for you, such as a co-dependency or whatever YOU feel might apply. I mention this because of ALL the therapy modalities I have tried, I have gotten the most out of the steps.. with them, you delve into the root of the problems.... although all the above treatments do have their place, without figuring out why we constantly feel down, then the treatments (including meds) only last for so long and then you are back to square one..
When I first entered the 12 steps..I was at my wits end. I just couldn't seem to shake the blues and in my case, kept eating... Then once I attended several meetings and began to read up on matters and do the work (that is key) I began to uncover layers upon layers of OLD habits, thought patterns and behavior that for me led to my feeling depressed.
Originally, I thought my depression was inherited and was basically going to be a way of life for me.. Then I discovered that WAIT.. .NO.. it needn't be this way... I should also add that before coming to the 12 steps, I had read numerous self-help books over the years and while they did help somewhat, there never was a specific game plan in them for me to follow.. which is how the 12 steps differ... in the program, you have tools you can use..... and support from your fellow 12 step attendee..
the program is FREE.. you can go online and check any of them out...
I say if you really want peace of mind and tools to help you, then try the 12 steps.. what do you have to lose..... you don't have to be alone..
you can even attend meetings online.. they have them at all hours and many different places...
whatever you decide, I wish you all the best..