Hello! New to this group and new to dealing with CPTSD :)

[jennasong22]

Hi Everyone,

My name is Jenna, I live in Idaho. I recently have gone through a retriggering caused by trauma and sought out emergency therapy online. I have a really great match in my therapist and he informed me I most likely have CPTSD. It was a little bit of a shock until I started reading about the symptoms and characteristics. I am working simultaneously on my trauma (Adult Child of an Alcoholic) and also on dealing with CPTSD. While looking for support groups for both experiences I stumbled onto this website. I'm feeling really grateful to find a safe place, as people don't often understand what I'm going through. My recovery is going well so far and this is a big next step for me. Hoping to make connections that can make me feel less alone in this process.

Thank you for reading.

[woodsgnome]

  Hi, Jenna ... welcome to OOTS. I'm glad you're finally getting a grip on what's been going on with you; and that you've come across a therapist who appears to be familiar with c-ptsd. That's always a plus, as even some therapists don't seem to have caught up with the current status of c-ptsd.

The other plus is seeing you actively seeking others to relate
to. As you know, it can be a lonely haul but finding of others who are journeying with you can make a huge difference.

Again, welcome.

[Jazzy]

Hi Jenna 

Welcome to OOTS! I'm sorry to hear you have been treated so badly resulting in the development of CPTSD, including your recent re-triggering.

I fully agree with you that most people do not understand what it is like. I don't think they can.

I'm glad to hear your recovery is going well. Congratulations on your work so far and on taking this big next step. I look forward to seeing you around!

All the best to you on your recovery journey.

Jazzy <3

[Armadillo]

Hi Jenna. I'm so happy your therapist is helping you know and understand what is going on. That's really good. I'm sorry for what you've gone through. It's a sweet supportive group here, so welcome!

[Libby183]

Welcome, Jenna. Great to have you here.

[zanzoken]

Welcome Jenna, glad you are here with us and happy to hear that you are making progress in your recovery.  All the best to you.

[Kizzie]

Hey Jenna, welcome to OOTS, fellow ACOA here.     Really glad for you that your recovery is going well, that's what we hope for here for everyone 

[Not Alone]

Welcome, Jenna.