I've seen a few therapists over my 2-1/2 decades as an adult. My labels are MDD, PTSD, CSA, and attachment disorder. My current therapist is the only one that has ever helped me change successfully. I've been seeing t for about a year and a half. We do IFS (parts) work, and talk a lot. She really put me through the ringer! I guess I really put her through the ringer too!

One of the most effective things for me was to grieve. Did a lot of grieving over lost childhood, sh***y parents, good career, relationships, etc. I hated grieving, but I can see now where that is finally paying off.

More than anything, my t worked with me on matters of the heart. We share a healthy attachment with each other now. The loving relationship we have has been the most effective medicine for me. I am finally coming out on the other side and I am doing it without medication no less (I had been on an anti depressant for over 20 years). Still have lots more work to do, but the worst is over.