Recent content by skt92

Hi, all I have been looking for a new psychiatrist for a bit, and called a provider that is finally in my network. I told the receptionist my insurance struggles, double confirmed I was covered, and then asked what services they provide. At first he was very helpful and started asking some...

Just to keep y'all in the loop. I'm doing well. It was a hard decision, but I'm already feeling relieved. I am definitely going to be taking a break from serious relationships, and am focusing on understanding and moderating my triggers. I'm in a safe place now, with family and friends, and...

I ended the relationship earlier this week.

That's not what I meant, but it did read that way. After rereading the thread and processing all the advice I've gotten here and from friends (and my own), I actually think what I said earlier was just out offal place of desperation and codependency. I know that I can't change a person to be a...

I understand your intent with this post. I am in DBT and have made lots of lifestyle changes in the past six months. I know that change doesn't come over night - it's a lot of really, really hard work for people with trauma or PTSD. However, this is a problem that continues to arise. I can use...

Wow. All of you have given great advice. Thank you so, so much. For the time being, I won’t end the relationship. I know I would regret not trying couples counseling first, but I also want to be able to protect myself. I want to start saving up enough money so that I can afford a place of my...

Thank you so much for your insight. If a friend was telling me the same thing, I'd probably tell her to really consider leaving. I am also lucky to have truly supportive friends - many of which have been telling me to leave him for a couple months now. I am terrified to end things. Part of...