Skip to content
HelpBLESS
Bills & expensesMental health & recovery

Mental health support for Stephanie after a long hospital stay

After a long hospital stay, Stephanie has been on a waiting list for months - private therapy is the only option, and the cost is $2,250.

๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฟ New Zealand2,119 views
Stephanie N. Palmer
Email verified
Manukau
After a long hospital stay, I've struggled with anxiety, sleep and panic attacks. My doctor has referred me to weekly cognitive behavioral therapy, but the public waiting list is 9 months, and private sessions at Manukau Wellbeing Centre cost $80 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 $2,250 goes: โ€ข 10 therapy sessions: $1,900 โ€ข Psychiatric assessment: $320 โ€ข Workbook and resources: $30 Thanks for reading all this.

Updates from Stephanie

  1. We're at 87% thanks to 42 of you. the first invoice got paid this week. More news soon.

  2. Small update. $1,391 so far, the first invoice got paid this week.

  3. We're at 26% thanks to 11 of you. I met with the practice and confirmed the amounts. More news soon.

  • Marcos F. Urbina ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ ยท $200
  • Natalia C. Cortรฉs ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ ยท $200
  • Abdullah Rami Gaber ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ฌ ยท $200
  • Ignacio P. Lรณpez ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ ยท $200

    โ€œBe well. Only $200 but hope it helps. - Oaklandโ€

  • Okechukwu Babatunde Onyeama ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ยท $100
  • Anonymous ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ต ยท $100
  • Ramesh Bajpai ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ ยท $100
  • Imran Mahin Molla ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ ยท $100
  • Mary Grace L. Manalo ๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ญ ยท $100

    โ€œBe well. Only $100 but hope it helps. - Taguigโ€

  • Hans Finn Roth ๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช ยท $79.50

    โ€œKeep your head up. Small amount but sent with love. - Freiburgโ€

  • Yuni Siti Nugroho ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ ยท $76.50
  • Irene Adwoa Tetteh ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ญ ยท $56
  • Nonso Gbenga Okafor ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ยท $52
  • Ariana D. Pruitt ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ ยท $50
  • Olivia T. Hayes ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ ยท $50
  • Jewel Rashed Mia ๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ฉ ยท $50

    โ€œRooting for you. Only $50 but hope it helps. - Narayanganjโ€

  • Radhika Krishnamurthy ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ ยท $50

    โ€œAll the best. Thought of Stephanie all day after reading this. - Mumbaiโ€

  • Anonymous ๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ฉ ยท $50
  • Chinedu Aliyu ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ ยท $50
  • Bianca Cristiane Castro ๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท ยท $50

Reviews

1.6(7 reviews)

Only people who gave to this need, or whose offer to help was accepted, can review it.

  • Christian D. Hudson๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธVerified donor
    Made a real difference

    The difference this person made in my life cannot be overstated. They were patient, kind, and persistent in helping me find solutions. Truly exceptional.

  • Julian F. Phillips๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธVerified donor
    Changed my perspective

    I had a complex problem and this person helped me navigate it step by step. Their expertise combined with their kindness made all the difference.

  • Nargis Rina Mahmud๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ฉVerified helper
    Trustworthy helper

    I was skeptical at first, but this person proved to be reliable and genuinely interested in helping. Their response time was incredible and their solutions were practical.

  • Tejas T. Gandhi๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณVerified helper
    Really cared about my situation

    The difference this person made in my life cannot be overstated. They were patient, kind, and persistent in helping me find solutions. Truly exceptional.

  • Niall O'Reilly๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ชVerified helper
    Went above and beyond

    The help I received was exactly what was described and more. This person follows through on their commitments and genuinely cares about making a positive impact.

  • Tayo Danjuma Daramola๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌVerified helper
    Restored my faith in humanity

    I was nervous about reaching out, but this person made me feel comfortable and supported from the very first interaction. Their help was invaluable.

  • Gerard M. O'Brien๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ชVerified helper
    Exceeded expectations

    I was struggling and didn't know where to turn. This person stepped in without hesitation and provided exactly what I needed. Their compassion and expertise made all the difference in my life.

Questions & comments

Ask before you give. Email-verified members can comment and ask questions - no donation needed.

Sign in or create a free account to join the conversation.

  • Thinking of you and your family, Stephanie. Gave what I could, wish it was more. I told my book club about it and three of them are giving too. Love from Lahore.

    • Sending strength, Stephanie. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. I went through something like this 11 years ago and strangers helped me out.

      • Okta Ratna HidayatPhoto verified

        Good luck, Stephanie. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier.

        • Wishing you the best, Stephanie. Hope you get there!

          • Kateryna Anna MorozAddress verifiedPhoto verified

            Stay strong, Stephanie. Shared this with my family.

            • Hope things get better soon, Stephanie. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. My husband and I read this together.

              • Wishing you peace, Stephanie. Hope the doctors have good news. I told my book club about it and three of them are giving too. Take care.

                • Best of luck, Stephanie. I hope things turn around soon. Take care

                  $2,760 raised of $2,250

                  Give

                  More people who need help