Hi @Phyll DeBaun, welcome!
I'm on Effexor too and have been tapering for quite some time. We have many members tapering it. Have you ever tried tapering it before?
You can read about Hyperbolic tapering in the Resources section.
Since you've been on it for so many decades, you'll definitely want to take things slowly and cautiously, especially the lower you get in your dose. Will you be counting beads? That's what I've been doing.
Let us know how we can help and if you have any questions! We look forward to supporting you on your tapering journey.
https://taper.community/drugs/effexor
https://taper.community/resources/blog/how-to-taper-off-effexor-xr
Catina 🌸
Venlafaxine (tapering) - Current dose 17.92 mg
Trazodone - 50 mg
Levothyroxine - 25 mcg
“Your brain and body know how to heal. Trust the process and keep going.”
Please Note: I am not a healthcare professional. Any advice given is based on personal experience and that of others in the lay withdrawal community.