Severe Depression From Mixed Pill

Hi,

I began taking birth control about two months ago. I started on microgynon 30, which is a 1.5 progestin (levonorgestrel)/30 estrogen combination. Within 24 hours of taking the pill, I became extremely irritable. As I continued taking it, I began crying uncontrollably for periods of 1-2 hours, and could not interact with others socially. I also had anxiety and panic attacks, and considered cutting myself. At times, I couldn't get out of bed.
I went off that pill after six days. I tried loestrin 30 this month, which has a different, weaker progestin (norethindrone acetate), but is still a 1.5 progestin/30 estrogen combo. After 48 hours, I had the same severe depression.
I have no history of depression. After stopping both of these pills, my mood returned to normal after about three days. Has anyone else had these side effects? If so, do you know which hormone is causing the effect? What can I do to prevent another severe reaction?
I am sexually active and would like to take bc pills if possible. I have heard that progestin causes depressive side effects; it causes similar (but less severe) effects during the end of my menstual cycle. Are any pills better for women whose moods are negatively affected by progestin? Are there any tests doctors can perform on me to ascertain the problem? Any help would be greatly appreciated!!