Car Accident #2

[Javahead]

I was rear-ended about 2 years ago. Not too bad but I'm still dealing with a torn meniscus and it aggravated my arthritis. I have to give a deposition...which I will chat about that later. But about 6 months ago I was rear-ended AGAIN near the same highway but this time it totaled my car. I have PTSD so bad that it's affecting my life and my relationship with my husband, he is so sweet and understanding. But my therapist is ok but not really helping with the PTSD. Where can I get help outside of my provider? I can't hardly drive at night.😬 I hate this because we love taking road trips.😔

[Wakeboarder24]

You can find a psychologist. Someone who specializes in trauma.

[Agora1]

Javahead, omg twice over is a hard trauma for you to overcome but with time

and the right therapist, it can be done. Years ago when I was Agoraphobic, I did

find a psychologist who would come to the house and even go in the car with you

in over coming certain fears. I don't know if that is possible in this day, but it

certainly could help. I wish you well and again I am sorry for your trauma. xx

[designguy]

I would suggest trying to find a therapist that specializes in treating trauma and uses emdr therapy. It has been proven to be very helpful for people in healing their traumatic emotions and memories and diffusing the emotional reactions triggered by memories of the trauma.

[dwhp]

Hi Javahead, thanks for sharing your situation with us. I can empathize on your ptsd. I haven’t gotten on a bike since I had a nasty fall more than 30 years ago. If your therapist isn’t helping you then find another one. They don’t always work so you have to find a good fit for YOU. Also I’ve recently utilized chatgpt to generate journal ideas for any topic that’s bothering me and it’s helped shape my mind frame. Just looking at the questions alone has helped immensely.

Lastly I’ve been in an auto accident once a year in my twenties and it hadn’t discouraged me from driving. Don’t give up since you love roadtrips. That’s you and find wats to slowly get back on the horse so to speak. You can’t live your life in fear.

I hope this helps and I wish you well on your recovery!