How to get these paranoid thoughts out of my head?

I've been dealing with anxiety and depression for some time. It kinda got worst with covid. I have been pretty paranoid lately and feel people are out to get me. Everyday that's all i think about. I am afraid to show people my id, share my full name or phone number. Because I feel they my use it track me down to my address and harm me or my loved ones.

I play in a basketball league and I am always thinking what if someone goes into my bag while i am playing and get my name and address from my id without me knowing. I live with family and more worried about them. If i lived alone i wouldn't be that worried.

I don't have any enemies, a few minor arguments during games but nothing serious to the point someone would want to hurt me. But you never know what people are thinking and feeling.

In my head I know I am overthinking it, but just can not shake the feeling off and get these thoughts put of my head. Its really crippling my life and driving me insane.

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"How is paranoid personality disorder treated?
People with paranoid personality disorder (PPD) rarely seek treatment on their own. Family members, coworkers or employers usually refer them.

When someone with PPD does seek treatment, psychotherapy (talk therapy), such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) or dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), is the treatment of choice. Therapy focuses on increasing general coping skills, especially trust and empathy, as well as on improving social interaction, communication and self-esteem.

As people with PPD often distrust others, it poses a challenge for healthcare professionals because trust and rapport-building are important factors of psychotherapy. As a result, many people with PPD may not follow their treatment plan and may even question the motives of the therapist.

Healthcare providers generally don’t prescribe medication to treat PPD. However, medications — such as anti-anxiety, antidepressant or antipsychotic drugs — might be prescribed if the person’s symptoms are extreme or if they have an associated psychological condition, such as anxiety or depression."

https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/9784-paranoid-personality-disorder