<p>I never know what to say on threads like this except that it sounds like you are doing all the right things. Hopefully some time and some good counseling will help your daughter come through all this. Did the university leave the door open for her to return at some future point if she feels that is something she needs to do?</p>
<p>I send my HUGS too! It is incredibly hard to watch someone you love become devoid of emotion and shut down because of depression. Stay strong! She’s ill right now but will get better. Get her to a psychiatrist ASAP which I know you are already trying to do. She’ll probably lash out at you in anger at times but try not to take it personally. Swallow hard and stay calm. Let your frustration out on us.</p>
<p>GraniteStateMom is exactly right. Your D is very fortunate to have you advocating for her.</p>
<p>I can’t quite tell – Do you/did you go the the therapy appointments with her? Once you get the referral, it might not be a bad idea to go with her to the first appointment or two, at least. That way you can make sure she’s giving the counsellor the full story, while making sure the counsellor is giving appropriate care.</p>
<p>And NO GUILT!!! This is NOT your fault! </p>
<p>Big, big hugs to you. You are both going to get through this.</p>
<p>Hang in there flowerchild1! I also had to take my daughter out of school due to severe anxiety and depression. The first couple of weeks after were very difficult for all family members including my daughter. She did get medical leave from the college and they could not have been more helpful. It is now six months later and she has received medical therapy and intensive psychotherapy. And she is finally ready to try a course or two at the local community college to get her confidence back up. After that we will see what will happen in the fall. Please feel free to pm me and i will give you more details.</p>