Introduction - Tipi - Adult survivor of Child Sexual Abuse

[Tipi]

Hi this is a very new exercise for me however we need to start somewhere.

I am 55 years old and recently went to me Doctor to discuss my life struggle with child sexual abuse. The Doc diagnosed me with PTSD and gave me a mental health plan, I am currently meeting online with a Psychologist and have had 3 sessions.

At our session today I mentioned that it is very lonely in between our sessions while I am processing facets of this canker that I have scratched the top off!!!!

She suggested joining a forum that would provide a forum to discuss and share experiences so that I don’t feel so alone while I’m processing.

Well that is just a very short version of my journey to this forum however now that I’m here I already feeling better just typing these few lines.

Looking forward to chatting

[Ggrand]

Hello Dear Tipi..

A very warm and caring welcome to the forums..

I am so sorry you went through that as a child..There are so many people in this community that are survivors and still trying to manage this part of there lives...I am also one of them..we are all here trying to support each other..

I am pleased that you have professional people helping you to help you with your PTSD..You are not alone dear Tipi..

You’re very welcome to talk here anytime you feel up to it..also Tipi..you’re welcome to check out the other threads we have here and talk on those threads as well..

We are here for you...it’s up to you..if you want to share your story..doesn’t matter how little or how much..there’s no pressure at all...

Hoping to hear back from you when you feel up to it..

I hope you’re okay dear Tipi..

My kindest and most caring thoughts..

Grandy..

[Centaured]

Hey tipi

Have you heard of the blueknot helpline. They specifically are there for survivors.

I'm sorry you feel lonely. We are here when you need us.


Chat soon

[Tipi]

Thank you Grandy for your heartfelt and genuine welcome,

It is quite scary and comforting at the same time being able to share my story at my own pace and to others who have experienced the same experiences.

Looking forward to getting on here when I am needing someone who gets things Im going through

Tipi

[Tipi]

No I havent heard of this helpline and am very keen to know more. I will google it and check it out

Thank you for sharing

Tipi xx

[Catie 08]

Hi Tipi and welcome to the forums 😊

I too have PTSD after experiencing sexual abuse as a child and only came forward and told my family this year (30ish years later).

I do understand what you say about feeling lonely between sessions. I have been part of the Beyond Blue forums for about a year now and have found so much love and support from people that can trully appreciate the struggle that we live each day.

I hope you find what your looking for here. Happy to chat if you like.

Regards

Catie08

[Ggrand]

Dear Tipi..

I hope you’re doing okay..

It is scary sharing on here..I feel it is also safe and being anonymous...helps make it a bit easier..

Their no pressure lovely Tipi...to share anything you don’t want to share...

Here for you dear Tipi...when you feel to talk...

Do you have any pets?...I have 2 little dogs..mum & daughter..they help me so much when I’m down..

My kindest and most caring thoughts..

Grandy..