I am currently on 150mg/day of EffexorXR for depression and anxiety. However, lately I have had Panic Attacks or Anxiety Attacks at least every other day. I begin feeling short of breathe, my hands start to shake and I get very antsy. I cannot take another 150 tablet during the day, but I would like to know other methods of relaxing or calming myself down (possibly without medication).
I have been on effexor for about 2 years and I have been in counseling for the same amount of time.

I am so sorry you are going through this. I know all too well what you are going through, as I have had fairly significant problems with panic and anxiety in the past. I remember feeling very sad, overwhelmed, embarrassed, ashamed – you name it!

It is my personal opinion that medications, while helpful, can only do so much. You need therapy along with meds to help provide you with tools to cope with the anxiety and panic attacks. I saw a therapist when I was having difficulties – I recommend Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. This is NOT the "sit on the couch and talk about your childhood therapy". This is therapy that teaches you techniques to cope with anxiety. Remember, anxiety is just your body reacting in a maladaptive way to stress. You can unlearn it, but it takes help. Good luck to you!