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Help Makoto afford 24 counseling sessions

A course of EMDR therapy for Makoto could change everything; the cost is $1,550.

🇯🇵 Shinjuku, Tokyo, Japan1,469 views
Shun Nakano
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Shinjuku
After the miscarriage, Makoto has struggled with anxiety, sleep and panic attacks. The doctor has referred him to EMDR therapy, but the public waiting list is 6 months, and private sessions at a private practice in Shinjuku cost $60 each. Makoto 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 Makoto 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 Makoto, 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 $1,550 goes: • 24 therapy sessions: $1,300 • Psychiatric assessment: $230 • Workbook and resources: $20 Every share and every dollar helps. - Shun
#mental-health#therapy#healing

Updates from Shun

  1. Good news. Because of your gifts ($1,068 in total) I made the first payment toward 24 therapy sessions. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely.

  2. Good news. Because of your gifts ($485 in total) the plan for psychiatric assessment is now scheduled. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely.

  3. Update from Shinjuku: I made the first payment toward psychiatric assessment. We're at 17% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.

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  • Anna Paulina Chmielewski

    Thinking of you, Shun. Hope this works out for you. Blessings

    • Henry W. Fields

      I hope things turn around soon. I have a 13 year old who wants to send good wishes too

      • Bambang Dwi WardanaQuestion

        is there anything that isn't money that would help Makoto?

        • Shun NakanoOwnerAnswer

          Sharing the link is the biggest thing. And if you know anything about 24 therapy sessions, advice is welcome too. Appreciate you taking the time.

      • Ji-hye So-yeon Ku

        So sorry you're going through this, Shun. I work in healthcare and wanted you to know people are on your side.

        • Wekesa Mutua OkelloQuestion

          how is Makoto doing now?

          • Xiang Dong Yang

            Hope the treatment goes smoothly and recovery is quick. We're a small family in Agra but we're thinking of you.

            • Gustavo Márcio Vieira

              Thinking of you. I hope things turn around soon. My husband and I read this together. Thinking of Shinjuku.

              • Haris Muhammad Tampubolon

                Hang in there. I work in healthcare and wanted you to know people are on your side. Love from Pune

                • Claire Barre

                  So sorry you're going through this, Shun. It takes guts to ask. Well done. Love from Tarragona.

                  • Eva G. Brown

                    Rooting for you. Get well soon. Don't give up.

                    • Rima Ruma Kabir

                      Hang in there, Shun. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Thinking of Shinjuku

                      • Aditya Naufal BudimanPhoto verified

                        sending strength, Shun. Shared this with my family. I hope November is when things finally get easier. Take care.

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