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PTSD coming up years after treatment

dee_shay — Mon, 06 Jul 2020 01:50:31 GMT

I am new to the forum writing. I work in a high stress front line job. And the last 18 months the stress and workload increased and I had pstd triggers by an assault. So going into a pstd clinic soon. Any advice for going in, I feel very scared .

PTSD coming up years after treatment

Tay100 — Mon, 06 Jul 2020 04:22:05 GMT

Hi dee shay

Welcome to the forum, we are glad you are here and appreciate your posting. Opening up about challenges can be hard. Please know that seeking help is a great step, but that, of course, doesn't make it easier to do in the moment. The good news you aren't alone in feeling this way or being in this situation- this community can offer peer support, encouragement and like-minded community. To find such advice and support, check out this thread: https://www.beyondblue.org.au/get-support/online-forums/treatments-health-professionals-and-therapies. You can use this thread to elaborate on your experiences too.

Let us know how you go with the clinic, if you like 🙂

Tay100

PTSD coming up years after treatment

Blake_S — Wed, 08 Jul 2020 01:23:16 GMT

Hi dee shay,

I'd like to follow Tay100 and give you a warm welcome to the Beyond Blue forms! Thank you for having the courage to let us know a bit about what's been going on for you. I'm genuinely really glad to hear that you're seeking help, it is a difficult step and I commend you on taking that step!

As for advice, I can tell you that the people working there are there to support you, they are with you on your journey. It's completely normal to feel scared going into a clinic because there's a high chance that you'll have to talk about your trauma - which is frightening. BUT, PTSD clinic's are a safe space, the clinicians and other people that work there are highly trained and educated - so you'll be in great hands! Often I find just taking a deep breath before I go into any appointments that I'm nervous about going into.

We are all here cheering you on! I wish you all the best, and commend you on your journey!

Blake_S :)