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Help Puja afford 12 counseling sessions

After bullying at school, Puja has been on a waiting list for months - private therapy is the only option, and the cost is $2,700.

🇬🇧 Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom4,533 views
Shima Puja Molla
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Belfast
After bullying at school, Puja has struggled with anxiety, sleep and panic attacks. The doctor has referred her to trauma-focused CBT, but the public waiting list is 9 months, and private sessions at a private practice in Belfast cost $100 each. Puja 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 Puja could afford. The therapist recommends 12 weekly sessions, and consistent help will make the difference. Asking for help with this has been the hardest part for Puja, 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 $2,700 goes: • 12 therapy sessions: $2,300 • Psychiatric assessment: $370 • Workbook and resources: $30 You're what makes this possible, and I'll never forget it.
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Updates from Shima

  1. Quick update: $1,572 raised so far (58%). I met with the practice and confirmed the amounts. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.

  2. We're at 44% thanks to 24 of you. I met with the practice and confirmed the amounts. More news soon.

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  • Aishwarya H. Swamy

    Keep going, Shima. Your post was clear and honest. I told my book club about it and three of them are giving too. Thinking of Belfast.

    • Ramón B. Álvarez

      Looking forward to the next update. The breakdown of costs made it easy to trust. Love from Kansas City.

      • Giorgio Luigi BarbieriPhoto verified

        Stay strong. Wishing Puja a smooth procedure and a full recovery. I went through something like this 12 years ago and strangers helped me out.

        • Leonardo Lucas Brito

          Praying for you. Gave what I could, wish it was more. Thinking of Belfast.

          • Naresh L. Rajan

            Hope it all works out, Shima. Shared it with a few friends. Please keep us posted. Blessings

            • Dayo Rotimi Bankole

              Sending love, Shima. Hope the doctors have good news.

              • Divina C. Santos

                Wishing you the best. Wishing Puja a smooth procedure and a full recovery. I have a 9 year old who wants to send good wishes too. God bless.

                • Eugene Reed

                  thinking of you and your family, Shima. Shared it with a few friends. I'm in social work myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you. All the best

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