I think the major reason for keeping the abuse/trauma threads separate is not to undermine and cast unnecessary doubt on helpful therapeutic relationships - which are frequently people’s lifelines. I think the risk of keeping triggering material intertwined with questions and positive experiences outweighs philosophical preference to keep as-is. In instances where someone needs support for a crisis like abandonment, nothing would prevent cross-posting. Despite my negative experience I continue to see therapy as beneficial to most and try hard not to taint healthy experiences and perceptions.

Also, I think separating out a sub forum would discourage voyeuristic comments or attempts to minimize victims’ experiences. Therapy damage is a loaded topic and as someone who has been harmed, I would prefer quality support from those that understand and can relate vs random comments from the masses assessing my resiliency and ability/inability to move on.