Hello!! New here!!

[Michoacana]

Hi everyone,

It's such a pleasure to find this site!

I began reading The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel Van Der Kolk about two weeks ago and it opened my eyes to the devastating effects of childhood trauma, which I still experience today as a 31 year old woman in many different ways.

I am simply blown away that this is a diagnosis with many kinds of evidence-based treatments. Throughout my life, I thought I was just depressed and anxious, but now I am learning so much about myself and what childhood trauma has done to my brain, mind, and body. I just assumed that PTSD happened to "other" people who experienced a singular traumatic event that they could pin-point to one event, but not me, you know? But in reality, a long period of childhood trauma and abuse produces similar outcomes.

Now, I am focusing on learning more about C-PTSD and treatments. I ordered a C-PTSD workbook that will come in the mail and I have committed to a yoga practice. I have avoided talk therapy for many years but I think my next steps, in terms of mental and physical health, are to ask for trauma-informed treatments, including a trauma-informed therapist.

I'm really happy this space exists and to know that I'm not alone!

Many hugs to all 

[JamesG]

welcome to the way out!

[Bein Akkeri]

That is such an amazing book! It made me feel like the things I experienced far after the trauma didn't just make me a freak. I am in the process of starting treatment at the Trauma Center he founded. Best of luck on your journey to heal.

[Three Roses]

And a hearty welcome to you, Bein Akkeri

[Dee]

Welcome!  It sounds like you are ready to work.  Know we are here to support you along your journey.

[sanmagic7]

welcome, and so glad you made it here.  stroll around the grounds, post when you're ready.  looking forward to getting to know you.  this place has been a treasure trove of kindness and caring for me.  hope you find what you're looking for as well.