What are some signs that you need professional help with your depression/anxiety?

Impairment /Severity: You definitely need help if depression or anxiety are causing significant impairment in your quality of life. You also definitely need help if you are feeling the symptoms are severe or you are feeling desperate or suicidal.

Anxiety/dep. help: When u have full-blown symptoms that cause distress, pose risk to your well-being, or interfere with your activities of daily living, your daily social life & functioning.

Distress: Most people go to the doctor when they're hurting in some way. Emotional pain is real, and it can be manifested in ways that interfere with a person's overall functioning. A person may suffer from inner turmoil causing distress and uneasiness. Often, a person's sleep patterns and appetite will change. It's good (and not a sign of weakness), to try and get some help sooner, rather than later.