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Dear Nodda,
I think it is very respectful of you to give her a bit of time. Not knowing what you were dealing with 7 years ago, I'm not sure of my advice. I would assume that she will have to have the request in writing for HIPPA purposes and it would also help you to keep a written record. (look up some formats for Hippa requests for information and types of records)...they are also allowed to charge an administrative fee for copying and such..
Secondly, knowing that you were traumatized in some way, she may feel more comfortable knowing that you have a current T or pdoc and more comfortable releasing the information she has to them so that you have someone to help you put it into context and not re-traumatize you.
Also, most T's keep limited records so that there is less chance of anyone else being able to use their words against you or for things to be taken out of context. what you might get is much more just lists of visits, dx codes and some general notes...Again, another T or Pdoc might get more information than you would.
I just wanted to put those things out there so that your expectations are reasonable and you won't be disappointed. I don't know if T traumatized your or was helping you deal with other trauma...so I don't know how reluctant they will be to produce.
I'm proud of you for continuing to struggle and deal with the past and try to heal...
take good care of yourself,
Wysteria Blue
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Who looks outside, Dreams...
Who looks inside, Awakens...
- Carl Jung
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