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Therapy fund for Wasantha: 10 sessions with a licensed counselor
After bullying at school, Wasantha has been on a waiting list for months - private therapy is the only option, and the cost is $300.
🇱🇰 Colombo, Western, Sri Lanka1,155 views
After bullying at school, Wasantha has struggled with anxiety, sleep and panic attacks. The doctor has referred him to trauma-focused CBT, but the public waiting list is 9 months, and private sessions at the Colombo Counselling Collective cost $15 each.
Wasantha has been honest with his employer and taken some time off, but can't keep going without support.
Therapy has already helped a little in the sessions Wasantha 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 Wasantha, 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 $300 goes:
• 10 therapy sessions: $240
• Psychiatric assessment: $55
• Workbook and resources: $5
Whatever you can give, even just sharing this page, means a lot.
- Viraj
Updates from Viraj
Update from Colombo: I met with the practice and confirmed the amounts. We're at 96% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.
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is there anything that isn't money that would help Wasantha?
Thank you. If you're in Colombo I'll say if something practical comes up. For now sharing this is great. Thanks, that means a lot.
hang in there, Viraj. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. My neighbor in Strasbourg donated after I showed her your page. God bless
Sending strength. Your post was clear and honest. Put this on a community board in Johannesburg this morning.
Thanks for sharing this, Viraj. Hope the treatment goes smoothly and recovery is quick. Take care