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I can really relate to this. I remember in my first ever therapy session I was asked if I knew what an emotion was. I completely dismissed the comment, of course I did, now though I realise this is the place I needed to start and the honest answer to that question was, no, not really...

It's a really tough and brave step but it's completely worth it, you can do this. Know you are in control and it is your process, from there you will see the benefits. Keep strong.

My previous therapy has involved trauma focused CBT with some exposure therapy. I had a review with my therapist a couple of weeks ago as we had come to the end of the allotted time I was given for CBT. The theme of the chat was very much I should get in touch with a local charity that offer...

Hi @MarsM, I too am new on here and share many similarities with the beginning of your story except for me it was my brother and thankfully it was stopped before it escalated to anything penetrative, although there were attempts. I really relate to those feelings of confusion and a lack of...

Thank you for the lovely messages @pixel, @RavenGirl and @EveHarrington, it took a few attempts to read them to the end but your kind words are hugely appreciated. I feel a lot of guilt posting on here and receiving these comments, I feel like I am lying or duping you into believing a story...

Thank you for such a warm welcome. Really pleased to be here :)

Hi all I've been a lurker on here for a long time and finally decided to take the jump and make myself official. I am trying to find the confidence and strength to admit and process that I was sexually abused by my (3 years) older brother through a few years of my childhood. In some moments...