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Mental health support for Fiona after a house fire

A course of trauma-focused CBT for Fiona could change everything; the cost is $350.

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Rashid D. Reddy
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Johannesburg
After a house fire, Fiona has struggled with anxiety, sleep and panic attacks. The doctor has referred her to trauma-focused CBT, but the public waiting list is 11 months, and private sessions at Johannesburg Wellbeing Centre cost $15 each. Fiona 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 Fiona 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 Fiona, 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 $350 goes: • 10 therapy sessions: $270 • Psychiatric assessment: $55 • Workbook and resources: $25 If you can't give, please share this page. It does reach people. - Rashid

Updates from Rashid

  1. Good news. Because of your gifts ($99 in total) the plan for 10 therapy sessions is now scheduled. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely.

  2. Quick update: $49 raised so far (14%). the plan for psychiatric assessment is now scheduled. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.

  • Rima Rania Rashid 🇪🇬 · $50
  • Yuna Nanami Endo 🇯🇵 · $20

    “Thought of Fiona all day after reading this. - Tokyo”

  • Rima Rima Tawfik 🇲🇦 · $50
  • Roi Benny Yosef 🇮🇱 · $5

    “Stay strong. Only $5 but hope it helps. - Tel Aviv”

  • Rajan B. Thakkar 🇮🇳 · $44

    “Wishing you the best. Only $44 but hope it helps. - Dwarka”

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  • Hope it all works out, Rashid. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. I'll check back for the next update!

    • Is there anything that isn't money that would help Fiona?

      • take care, Rashid. Hope this works out for you. Put this on a community board in São Paulo this morning. Blessings.

        • Yuna KojimaPhoto verified

          Good luck. I hope things turn around soon. I'm in accounting myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you.

          $169 raised of $350

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