UPDATE DECEMBER 2017

Several things to report since my last post.

One, I have stopped my anti-depressant medication after a gradual withdrawal. The reason for this is I didn't really think it was helping my depression. Again, I am not necessarily recommending others who take meds do this as it is a personal decision. I have managed before without medication as my depression is something called reactive depression as opposed to a 'depressive illness.'
Two, I am having acupuncture for my addictions which seems to be helping. I've noticed a reduction in the cravings for alcohol since starting the treatment. I have cut my alcohol use down and want to stop completely but I am trying to do one thing at a time as it is early days yet of coming off the medication.
Three, I am having counselling which I am finding helpful as I am trying to work through a number of issues and conflicts I have.