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Therapy fund for Jocelyn: 10 sessions with a licensed counselor

A course of trauma-focused CBT for Jocelyn could change everything; the cost is $450.

🇵🇭 Makati, Metro Manila, Philippines1,761 views
Marites M. Ramos
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Makati
After bullying at school, Jocelyn has struggled with anxiety, sleep and panic attacks. The doctor has referred her to trauma-focused CBT, but the public waiting list is 8 months, and private sessions at a private practice in Makati cost $15 each. Jocelyn 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 Jocelyn 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 Jocelyn, and we're grateful for your kindness without judgment. Funds cover only therapy sessions, and I'll share progress updates (not private details) if I'm comfortable. Where the $450 goes: • 10 therapy sessions: $400 • Psychiatric assessment: $40 • Workbook and resources: $10 Please ask me anything in the questions section. I'll answer honestly and quickly.
#mental-health#therapy#healing

Updates from Marites

  1. We're at 79% thanks to 9 of you. we've started the first stage. More news soon.

  2. We're at 69% thanks to 5 of you. I made the first payment toward psychiatric assessment. More news soon.

  3. Thank you all. We're at 23% now ($105). I'm honestly stunned. we've started the first stage.

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    Restored my faith in humanity

    This is the kind of person who restores your faith in humanity. They didn't just offer help; they genuinely cared about my wellbeing and followed through on every commitment.

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    This experience has restored my faith in the goodness of people. The helper was professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely cared about my outcome.

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    Helped when no one else could

    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.

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  • Atieno Mary Temba

    Hang in there. Get well soon. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like. Blessings.

    • Si-woo Young-ho Kwon

      Shared it with a few friends. Please keep us posted. Love from Palermo.

      • Romane Paris

        sending love. Shared this with my family. After 22 years in nursing I know how hard it's to ask for anything. Thinking of Makati.

        • Dua Kausar Awan

          Stay strong, Marites. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Sent it to 14 people at work. Blessings.

          • Jae-hyun Jung-ho Baek

            Hope it all works out, Marites. Your post was clear and honest. Put this on a community board in Jessore this morning

            • Esperanza W. Benítez

              Best of luck, Marites. It takes guts to ask. Well done. After 29 years in nursing I know how hard it's to ask for anything

              • Stéphane Chevalier

                Hope it all works out, Marites. This could happen to any of us. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double. Thinking of Makati

                • Fernando P. Chávez

                  Look after yourselves too, caregivers need rest. My mother had a similar thing happen so this one hit home. All the best!

                  • Joyce C. Velasco

                    Rooting for you, Marites. Gave what I could, wish it was more. Blessings.

                    • Sophia Lucas

                      good luck. Wishing Jocelyn a smooth procedure and a full recovery. The breakdown of costs made it easy to trust. All the best.

                      • Sarah Adhiambo Mbwambo

                        hope things get better soon. Shared it with a few friends. I'll check back for the next update. Greetings from Girona.

                        • Mwende Odhiambo Kariuki

                          good luck, Marites. Hope this works out for you. I hope March is when things finally get easier

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