I have been on a full dose of Efexor for about 2 weeks now. I no longer have the urge to push peoples faces in (I was homocidal not suicidal lol) I'm no where near as anxious as I was so I think it has started to kick in. Thank goodness. I'm so glad you have changed your mind about the counselling. I think you will be surprised. Just to hear that what you are experiencing is normal and no you aren't going crazy makes a difference. I'm glad about the sleep too. Everything is easier when you've had a decent sleep. I'm sure you will be starting to feel a bit better in yourself soon. Karen xox