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Birtukan's path to healing - EMDR therapy in Bahir Dar

After the miscarriage, Birtukan has been on a waiting list for months - private therapy is the only option, and the cost is $300.

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Zewditu Ayele
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Bahir Dar
After the miscarriage, Birtukan has struggled with anxiety, sleep and panic attacks. The doctor has referred her to EMDR therapy, but the public waiting list is 6 months, and private sessions at a private practice in Bahir Dar cost $10 each. Birtukan has been honest with her employer and taken some time off, but can't keep going without support. Therapy has already helped a little in the sessions Birtukan could afford. The therapist recommends 10 weekly sessions, and consistent help will make the difference. Asking for help with this has been the hardest part for Birtukan, and we're grateful for your kindness without judgment. The money will be paid directly to the counselor's practice, with a session-by-session record. Where the $300 goes: • 10 therapy sessions: $240 • Psychiatric assessment: $50 • Workbook and resources: $10 I'll pay this kindness forward the moment I'm able to.
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Updates from Zewditu

  1. We're at 86% thanks to 7 of you. we've booked the dates and paid the deposit. More news soon.

  2. Wanted to say thank you properly. 33% funded and I met with the practice and confirmed the amounts.

  3. Quick update: $55 raised so far (18%). the plan for psychiatric assessment is now scheduled. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.

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  • Nandini K. MenonQuestion

    How is Birtukan doing now?

    • Yiannis Charalambos Oikonomou

      Wishing you peace, Zewditu. Wishing Birtukan a smooth procedure and a full recovery

      • Hendrik GerritsenQuestion

        Is there a list of costs somewhere? Just curious how it adds up for Birtukan.

        • Zewditu AyeleOwnerAnswer

          Sure. The biggest one is 10 therapy sessions, $240. The rest is in the list at the bottom of the post and I'll upload receipts as I pay each one. Appreciate you taking the time.

      • Haris Fahad HanifPhoto verified

        Good luck, Zewditu. Hope you get there. God bless

        • Naresh T. Nanda

          Keep going. Hope the treatment goes smoothly and recovery is quick. After 9 years in nursing I know how hard it's to ask for anything. All the best.

          • Lucas Pettersson

            Hang in there. I hope things turn around soon. I'm in social work myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you

            • Ebuka Uche Musa

              Sending love, Zewditu. Look after yourselves too, caregivers need rest. Our whole street has been following this since the weekend. Thinking of Bahir Dar.

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