Sufferer Considering Peer To Peer Therapy

[warathome]

Hey guys. I have been hanging around for a month or so, but have some serious anxiety because of the PTSD I just haven't posted.

Someone I know who is very experienced with PTSD suggested peer-to-peer therapy. Unfortunately, due to the various traumas I have survived in my life, and how my symptoms have manifested, I am unclear on who my peers would be. I do not seem to relate to the people who have experienced some of the same things.

I was diagnosed a long time ago, got better for about 12 years then seemed to have it begin all over again. Any ground I gained was lost. I am in therapy and back on meds, but do not feel much better. So, thought I would check this out and see what happens. Can I even get worse?
Warathome

 

[Jlso111187]

Welcome and thank you for gracing us with your presence.

I too, don't feel like I am getting much better but I do feel like things will get better because of this site. It has helped me a lot and I hope it helps you too.

I was diagnosed 13 years ago and was off medication for 10 of those years til just recently when I felt like I couldn't handle this on my own anymore. Its a hard struggle but keep your head up.

 

[intothelight]

Hi Warathome,

Welcome to the PTSD Forum! :)

One great thing about the forum is finding there are people that really understand and can "get" what you are going through. Not that we have all necessarily suffered the same trauma, but we do deal with many of the same symptoms.

I hope you find the information and support here beneficial as you work on healing.

Take care.

Debbie

 

[p-no]

Welcome, Warathome. :)

 

[KP the nut]

Hi and welcome to the forum.

 

[Mella]

I'm new here too, so you aren't alone in that. I'm just coming to terms with the PTSD myself. But just wanted to let you know you aren't alone. That's what this site is for!

 

[Lady of Longbourn]

Welcome. :)

 

[Deleted member 19292]

Welcome, warathome! I'm sure you'll make friends in the chat.

 

[warathome]

Sure silentbob, I will try that, thanks

 

[Notyermomma]

Warathome, welcome to the site. I myself just joined yesterday. We should have a virtual mixer party or something like they do for freshmen on college campuses. :-)

If it helps, I'm a professional peer support specialist myself. I'd be happy to help you with any questions you have here, or you're welcome to send me a private message. I wish you well on your journey, however you choose to take it.

 

[Deleted member 19292]

I kinda agree, a mixer, for the newbs to the site, would be a great idea.

Warathome, I'd be happy to be your friend.

 

[warathome]

Thanks Silentbob, I could use a few good friends.