I've had that response, Velcro. The first time T introduced slow breathing and some relaxation stuff, in an effort to calm me down after a reexperiencing, it just about sent me over the edge of crazy. I felt so much WORSE. But I stuck with it and after a few sessions and T's promise that he would avert his eyes and not stare at me when I was doing it, I felt more comfortable. now I do it in my regular life sometimes.

You did great, trying the breathing and answering the questions! It sounds like you really made an effort.