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Thank you! I know it will be a weight off my shoulders, I just gotta push past this embarrassment.

I've been in therapy for a little over a year and half. And I am doing a lot better, really! I've managed to really tackle a lot of my anxiety. But whenever I try to talk about trauma stuff (CSA), I get mega anxious. I realllyyyy want to talk about it but I just feel so embarrassed. It's...

It sounds like a break from therapy might be really helpful to you! You can try this 6 weeks off, see how the symptoms are and see how well you manage on your own. And realize that if you do decide to quit, you can ALWAYS call and make another appointment for extra support and start going again...

I thought I was the only one who liked to hide in tight, enclosed spaces! My favorite place is my close, but only when there are a ton of clothes on the floor so that it is very tight and comfy. The door also has to be be closed.

I always say I have a doctors appt.

I have been in therapy for probably 4 years but the first 3 were with therapists who I really didn't like and didn't tell anything to so they weren't productive. I worked with 3 therapists before finding the one that really worked for me. I know she's the right fit for me because I feel like...

I was also abused by a female relative (and I'm a female). I never ever find people who are in the same boat as me. I don't have any advice on what you're struggling with right now, but I just wanted to say there are other people who have been through the same as you.

Yes I am seriously considering just taking that I have a migraine and going to the nurse! The problem is that it's my last period of the day and the nurse's office closes before that. I might try to skip out and go to the bathroom or something of that nature. Maybe I could wait in my guidance...

We talked about breathing and counting my breath. We also talked about grounding, like listing all the things I can physically feel, like my feet on the floor, my soft sweater, etc. And then we also talked about counting colors in the room, so first, how many yellow things are there in this...

Hi all, this is my very first post! I'm taking health class as a required graduation class. We are learning about sexual abuse and OH BOY....anxiety is absurdly high. We are having a sexual abuse survivor come speak to our class and I am terrified that it's going to be triggering and I'm...

Wow that sounds fantastic. Would I feel out of place as a college student because of my age? Also, is there any talking? Like do I have to tell anyone about my history or anything like that?

I'm trying to start that yoga class at the trauma center. Can anyone tell me exactly what it's like? My anxiety is so high just because I don't know what to expect

I was like this for a very long time. I ended up completely hiding everything from my therapist, even though I so desperately wanted to get it all out. I eventually had a meltdown. I got a new therapist, even though there was nothing wrong with my old one. I just needed a fresh start. I promised...

That's a really great idea. I think I'll ask my therapist to maybe write a little update that I can give to my psychiatrist!!

It's hard for me to even hand over whatever I've written down...but I'm definitely going to try!! Thanks!

My therapist is amazing...it has taken me a long time to feel comfortable with talking to anyone let alone a T. I'm usually able to tell her how I'm feeling and that's been a relief that someone can finally know how much I'm struggling. My psychiatrist is also great. She seems like a really...

That's a very legitimate website, however there is only so much they can do. I have used it before and honestly it doesn't help much at all. But I still encourage you to try it.

Try to remember that going to your therapist is better than suffering alone. Also remember that there is absolutely no pressure to talk about anything. You can decide to stay silent the entire time if you wish, everything is up to you.

This depends on the kind of trauma you're going through, but if it's some kind of sexual abuse/assault, I highly recommend the Courage to Heal Workbook. It offers some really incredible way to process through trauma, as the author is a trauma survivor herself. Check it and let me know what you...

Don't pressure yourself. 4 weeks is very little time. Are you seeing someone who specializes in trauma? Most would know that the tough stuff may take a while to be able to get it.

If you are able to talk about your trauma already, it may help you. However, it is still only a 50/50 chance. It requires you to be comfortable talking and thinking about your trauma.