Apple wrote:



I have never spoken to anyone else who has been through anything remotely similar and not got a clue what therapy entails. Do you know?



There are various models, and part of they key to success seems to be in the referral. I'm sketchy on the detail - you may need an initial referral through your GP, which would be a referral to a mental health service. If there is a problem with your GP, you might be able to get some advice from MIND.

TBH - if you have a problem with your GP about anything, I would suggest changing GP.