Thanks Susan. I don't live in the US but we do have a similar organization in my country. I do tap into it for information but my story is so common because of shortages there isn't much they can do. Our health care system is near explosion.

I did turn to our local mental health centre but they can only provide crisis support. No long term counselling available. I guess it is out there somewhere but I live on $800 a month disability pension with $500 of that going to housing. There is no money to pay for therapy once the 3 visit limit is reached.

I do use alternative sources for support and guidence so I am not totally without support. I should also say that I often look for barriers to allow me to resist what makes me uncomfortable.