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Therapy fund for Valentina: 20 sessions with a licensed counselor

After bullying at school, Valentina has been on a waiting list for months - private therapy is the only option, and the cost is $2,850.

🇨🇦 M7A 9K9, Toronto, Ontario, Canada2,879 views
Valentina K. Bridges
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Toronto
After bullying at school, I've struggled with anxiety, sleep and panic attacks. My doctor has referred me to a structured recovery program, but the public waiting list is 9 months, and private sessions at the Toronto Counselling Collective cost $105 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 20 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. Funds cover only therapy sessions, and I'll share progress updates (not private details) if I'm comfortable. Where the $2,850 goes: • 20 therapy sessions: $2,450 • Psychiatric assessment: $350 • Workbook and resources: $50 Ask me anything below before you decide. I'd rather you were sure.
#mental-health#therapy#healing

Updates from Valentina

  1. Thank you all. We're at 79% now ($2,242). I'm honestly stunned. I met with the practice and confirmed the amounts.

  2. Wanted to say thank you properly. 29% funded and the plan for workbook and resources is now scheduled.

  3. Small update. $440 so far, I made the first payment toward 20 therapy sessions.

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  • Monique Amélie Pons

    Sending strength, Valentina. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. I'm in engineering myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you. Love from San Jose.

    • Peter Okello Bakari

      Good luck, Valentina. Hope the treatment goes smoothly and recovery is quick.

      • Eliane Pinto

        I work in healthcare and wanted you to know people are on your side. We're a small family in Ann Arbor but we're thinking of you. God bless.

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