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Ahmed's path to healing - trauma-focused CBT in Ekurhuleni

Ahmed is working through the miscarriage and needs help paying for 24 sessions with a licensed counselor.

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Dineo S. Jacobs
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Ekurhuleni
After the miscarriage, Ahmed has struggled with anxiety, sleep and panic attacks. The doctor has referred him to trauma-focused CBT, but the public waiting list is 8 months, and private sessions at a private practice in Ekurhuleni cost $25 each. Ahmed has been honest with his employer and taken some time off, but can't keep going without support. Therapy has already helped a little in the sessions Ahmed could afford. The therapist recommends 24 weekly sessions, and consistent help will make the difference. Asking for help with this has been the hardest part for Ahmed, and we're grateful for your kindness without judgment. Funds cover only therapy sessions, and I'll share progress updates (not private details) if I'm comfortable. Where the $600 goes: • 24 therapy sessions: $540 • Psychiatric assessment: $45 • Workbook and resources: $15 Please ask me anything in the questions section. I'll answer honestly and quickly. - Dineo

Updates from Dineo

  1. Thank you all. We're at 69% now ($413). I'm honestly stunned. I met with the practice and confirmed the amounts.

  2. Thank you all. We're at 38% now ($230). I'm honestly stunned. I made the first payment toward workbook and resources.

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    “Every little bit. From Fortaleza with love.”

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  • you're not alone, Dineo. This could happen to any of us. This is the second need I've supported on here and the first that made me cry. All the best

    • Good luck. Shared it with a few friends. I hope September is when things finally get easier. All the best.

      • Hope the treatment goes smoothly and recovery is quick. Put this on a community board in Thủ Đức this morning. Love from Thủ Đức.

        • Naomi N. BarkerPhoto verified

          Wishing you the best, Dineo. Wishing Ahmed a smooth procedure and a full recovery. My husband and I read this together

          • Thinking of you and your family, Dineo. It takes guts to ask. Well done. Greetings from Galle.

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