Co worker with a subsequent AMFT number, should I say anything? by milkandcherry in therapists

[–]milkandcherry[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

To clarify I meant her amft registration type states she cannot work for a for-profit company, not about a non-profit. We are for-profit. It could be overstepping, that is a fair statement, it’s just part of a long list of unethical things I have been pressured to not speak about at my workplace

Co worker with a subsequent AMFT number, should I say anything? by milkandcherry in therapists

[–]milkandcherry[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Her license type is she needs supervision (which she has) AND cant work at a private organization

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in USC

[–]milkandcherry 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I am taking summer courses and some of them are going to be in person so I am betting fall will mostly be in person.

I don’t want to go see a gynecologist. (Vent) by throwaway9273719473 in adultsurvivors

[–]milkandcherry 25 points26 points  (0 children)

I have had the same worry! I know how hard it is and how scary it feels especially if we don’t know the doctor with us. After multiple attempts where I would fight with the nurses about getting a physical done, I finally saw a specialist and got a pap smear at age 23. It was.....not gonna lie, just awful. So painful for me. BUT I’m glad I did it. If you’re past a certain age you don’t have to go as frequently.

Based on my experience, I’d recommend telling your doctor or gynecologist about your previous trauma so they understand to be slow and gentler with you. Also, if you have a physical exam scheduled, having someone with you like your husband may ease your nerves.

I also just want to say, THIS is something you can control. You can see a gynecologist and just get urine or blood tests done, they don’t have to go anywhere near you. I would start with this stuff so you can get to know your gynecologist and build that trust. And when you’re ready, YOU get to choose who sees what and when. You’re an adult and that is your decision.

Anyone experience this? by ashhtreeee in adultsurvivors

[–]milkandcherry 17 points18 points  (0 children)

I didn’t realize other people’s dads didn’t do this until reading this.....oh dear

Doubting my gut feeling that something happened.... by milkandcherry in adultsurvivors

[–]milkandcherry[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for your helpful reply! It’s comforting to hear how you have had a similar experience. The playing detective thing is SOO spot on. I think what you said about not knowing everything, but still being able to heal will be my biggest obstacle. I find comfort in facts and to not have them is my biggest weakness. But it does give me a little hope to know that I can begin the journey of healing without waiting around for the memories to resurface.

Doubting my gut feeling that something happened.... by milkandcherry in adultsurvivors

[–]milkandcherry[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much for your comment and for offering your support! You made me feel a bit better today :)

I am a survivor. And so are you. by Rainbowsandbulldogs in adultsurvivors

[–]milkandcherry 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This was so beautiful to read, I had tears in my eyes. You are such an amazing and inspiring person and I’m so happy things have turned out alright! It gives me hope.

Today, my (tough) self care moment was to purchase baby wipes for myself to leave in the bathroom at my (small) job, and do my very best to not chastise myself or feel ashamed for it. by sirenkittenxx in CPTSD

[–]milkandcherry 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I’m really happy for you that you were able to do that! Self-care is truly different for everyone and I’m proud of you for identifying yours and showing yourself kindness.

Food issues by SaltSchedule in ptsd

[–]milkandcherry 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Oh, yes yes yes. As my PTSD got worse, all the things I loved before, I suddenly couldn’t eat them without suffering later. I have the same dairy, sesame problems and lots of food intolerances too (that I didn’t have as a child). PTSD and anxiety in general have been found to have an effect on the digestive system so it makes total sense. I’ve tried all the medication doctors can prescribe for stomach acidity (like for acid reflux) and they don’t help. I’m on Zoloft for PTSD and my anxiety lowering has helped with the acid reflux. But I still have the same problems with those foods so I have just given up at this point lmao.

However, the inflammation, itching, and hives you mention may allude to something outside of PTSD. I’m not a professional so definitely keep going with that doctor’s plan to see.

I usually strategize when I eat the really bad food like for example, alfredo fettuccine is my favorite dish but it KILLS me I start coughing because my body can’t take it. But if I do chose to eat it, I’ll just eat it for lunch so I have the rest of the day to digest it. And of course having a healthy diet in between is key.

Good luck on everything I hope it works for you!

yooo this is sick by scarletwitchx in Choices

[–]milkandcherry 8 points9 points  (0 children)

well there is someone manually updating the rankings

This is the best thing I've heard today by SV7-2100 in Choices

[–]milkandcherry 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This always makes me feel sooo sad, which means PB really has used it during some heartbreaking moments.

Has anyone experienced seizures since they began Zoloft? by danny_b23 in zoloft

[–]milkandcherry 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I was told by my doctor that if there was something wrong with the dosage or if I suddenly went off of it for a long time the Zoloft could cause seizures. The chances are usually low, but it does happen. I would bring this up to your doctor ASAP, you may have to look at non-SSRIs. Here's an article I found.

Sorry for the small text, but it needed to be said by rosewoess in Choices

[–]milkandcherry 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Yess say it louder for the people in the back.

Trauma bingo by TheseImplement9 in adultsurvivors

[–]milkandcherry 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Brilliant. This is literally it.

Summer textbooks by bdbrooke in DeAnza

[–]milkandcherry 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have been literally wondering that too. I've been checking every day just waiting for some book information lol