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Mental health support for Brenda after a violent robbery

Brenda is working through a violent robbery and needs help paying for 10 sessions with a licensed counselor.

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Brenda J. Henderson
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Nottingham
After a violent robbery, I've struggled with anxiety, sleep and panic attacks. My doctor has referred me to trauma-focused CBT, but the public waiting list is 11 months, and private sessions at the Nottingham Counselling Collective cost $95 each. I have been honest with my employer and taken some time off, but I can't keep going without support. Therapy has already helped a little in the sessions I could afford. My therapist recommends 10 weekly sessions, and I know that consistent help will make the difference. Asking for help with this has been the hardest part, and I'm 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 $2,555 goes: • 10 therapy sessions: $2,350 • Psychiatric assessment: $200 • Workbook and resources: $5 Glad we found this place.
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  1. Small update. $630 so far, we've booked the dates and paid the deposit.

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  • Irfan Fahad NiaziQuestion

    How is Brenda doing now?

    • Ihor SorokinPhoto verified

      Stay strong. Hope the doctors have good news. I hope December is when things finally get easier.

      • Zinhle Kruger

        Wishing Brenda a smooth procedure and a full recovery. I told my book club about it and three of them are giving too. All the best.

        • Fernanda D. MedinaQuestion

          What exactly is the $2,555 for?

          • Brenda J. HendersonOwnerAnswerAddress verifiedPhoto verified

            The list at the bottom is the whole picture. 10 therapy sessions is the biggest at $2,350. It helps to be asked.

        • Rashid G. JonesVerified organizationPhoto verified

          Stay strong. Hope the doctors have good news.

          • Rory P. O'Keeffe

            sending love, Brenda. Gave what I could, wish it was more. Love from San Jose.

            • Kumara Wasantha Dissanayake

              thinking of you. Shared this with my family. All the best

              • Rony Tuhin MiahQuestion

                Can I help in a way that isn't money? I'm near Nottingham.

                • Brenda J. HendersonOwnerAnswerAddress verifiedPhoto verified

                  Sharing the link is the biggest thing. And if you know anything about 10 therapy sessions, advice is welcome too. I'll keep the page updated.

              • Queen Oluwaseun Ekwueme

                Thinking of you and your family, Brenda. Wishing Brenda a smooth procedure and a full recovery. Thinking of Nottingham.

                • Héctor M. Ibarra

                  Hope things get better soon. Hope the treatment goes smoothly and recovery is quick. Don't be hard on yourself for asking. Thinking of Nottingham.

                  • Joyce K. Domingo

                    Rooting for you, Brenda. This could happen to any of us. Read this on the bus and kept thinking about it all day. God bless

                    • Mim Nargis Khan

                      Stay strong, Brenda. Hope the doctors have good news.

                      • Lata B. Tiwari

                        Thanks for sharing this, Brenda. Shared this with my family. God bless.

                        • Mulyadi Wahyu Suharto

                          Gave what I could, wish it was more. Thinking of Nottingham

                          • Hyun-ju Kyung-mi Han

                            you're not alone, Brenda. Shared it with a few friends. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like. All the best

                            • Theodore R. FreemanPhoto verified

                              Looking forward to the next update. I have a 11 year old who wants to send good wishes too

                              • Luke J. Gibson

                                This could happen to any of us. Thinking of Nottingham.

                                • Kagiso F. NdlovuPhoto verified

                                  Sending love, Brenda. Your post was clear and honest

                                  • Bimala Sushila Bista

                                    Take care, Brenda. Looking forward to the next update. My husband and I read this together. Thinking of Nottingham

                                    • Carmen C. Peña

                                      Sending strength, Brenda. I hope things turn around soon.

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