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[His Healing Grace]

Hello! Not sure why I signed up for this Forum- I'm well on my way to healing the effects of all the abuse/neglect done to me. But maybe I can help give a little insight someone who needs it; who knows.

I am a survivor of ritual & sexual abuse; physical, emotional & psychological abuse; & neglect. I started my healing journey in 1991 @ 30 years of age. Yes- it has taken many years. But for you there is so much MORE information & help. Back then people were still very afraid of the stigma attached to mental illness of any kind. It took me many years & many tries to find a competent therapist. Then I found I also needed medication to help me conquer many of the symptoms of PTSD. I currently take Paxil to help keep me on an even keel.

I have a Rough Collie who is my Service Dog. I find a Service Dog is great for the anxiety. When I get anxious, I pet him. Or I have an excuse to leave & go for a walk. What ever I need. He's also a wonderful companion.

Today I am looking forward to going back to work. I am currently working closely with DVR to retrain & get back to work. Don't know yet what I'll be doing, but it'll be better than struggling along @ $687/mo!

So anyway- here I am.........

 

[amethist]

Hi His Healing Grace

Welcome to the forum.

You have done well in getting this far, and now looking further forward on your journey.

I love the idea of a service dog, this is something that I am looking at for my husband in the near future. He has our cat who does a similar thing, unfortunately he cant take her for a walk when he needs to get out. So often does not go out, when he should.

I am sure other member's would like to hear how you got to this point in your recovery, as well as which tools helped you most.

Take care and good luck.

Amethist