Cant Sleep

[trying2movefwd]

i cant seem to get to sleep. I hear the slightest noise and jolt or I start sobbing. I get scared, realize I am alone, have this feeling that I am much younger, cry because I am alone, Remind myself I am older, start to settle down....repeat...sometimes visual flashbacks,sometimes not. People say I am not to blame, but I feel ashamed. I worry about my x, abuser. My head is a mess. I hope my meds kick in and get me to sleep soon. Im afraid of my EMDR appointment tomorrow since my flashbacks have been flooding. Here are the tears again....ugh......good night!I hope

 

[Whyteferret]

Tell the therapist what was happening. You probably need to work on your safe place more

 

[EveHarrington]

I agree, please tell your therapist about what you're experiencing. Your therapist may determine that you're not quite ready to start EMDR yet. I'm sorry you're having a rough time right now. :hug:

 

[Unique Sunflower]

i cant seem to get to sleep. I hear the slightest noise and jolt or I start sobbing. I get scare...

I am also sensitive to noises at night and started using ear plugs which have helped a lot. They are a minor nuisance at first though there are really soft foam ones that are more comfortable.