Future Group Leader

[Christine Merchel]

I was diagnosed with PTSD February of this year 2011. I have had shoulder surgery from the event and have undergone extensive counseling, I'm seeing a Psychiatrist on a regular basis, as well on several medications.

The one this I know from my own experience is family and friends do not understand what we are going through. The night terrors, visions, panic attacks and much more. I feel there is a need for PTSD victims need to talk to of who are also going through similar circumstances. I really believe we can all help each other. I am taking nothing away from the counselors, psychiatrists and doctors because they have been my life line these last few months. I am not healed all the way yet but I know I have something to give others. I have a medical background and I feel my understanding of the problem is better than most.

I need some insight on how to get a group started in my area.

Thanks,

Christine Merchel

 

[Lady of Longbourn]

Welcome to the forum :) You are in the right place for understanding.

You can post information about your group you want to start in this area...

[DLMURL]https://www.ptsdforum.org/c/forums/ptsd-support-groups.15/[/DLMURL]

There is nice thread by Anthony on how to start one here...

[DLMURL]https://www.ptsdforum.org/c/threads/how-to-start-a-support-group.4759/[/DLMURL]

Good luck. :)

 

[Deaf Global Nomad]

Welcome to the Forum, Christine!

Best of luck starting your group!

Take care!

 

[goingonhope]

Hi there and Welcome to the forum Christine! Please follow through with your idea. :tup: It's a great one!

 

[PhilipH]

Welcome and best of luck with the support group.