(((BTC)))

A few other ideas for you, on things that I've done trying to work through the symptoms.

Educate yourself about PTSD, which really helps to normalize the experience. A great website I just found: http://giftfromwithin.org/

I should warn you that reading some of the articles might be triggering, so go at a pace that is comfortable.

I started an 'emotion book'. Sometimes words seem to get in the way of feeling, so I would sit down with my blank book and a bunch of markers, and draw whatever I was feeling. I only use the book to explore my emotions...simple words, pictures, colors...whatever comes out.

I try to remember my dreams, and work with the images in therapy and on my own. I've had some powerful breakthroughs with dreams.

When I was having a particularly rough patch, I started regularly exercising. I decided I *wanted* to feel better, and after exercising I always felt better. It has really helped.

I eat as many fresh fruits and vegetables as I can. Again, this helps me feel better, and it helps my body process the by-products of the stress.

Notice things outside your body. Notice the sounds, the light, the feel of your feet on the floor. Our emotions can go into overload, so it can be useful to revert to the tactile world for some balance.

It sounds like you have a great team of doctors. Hang in there, be kind to yourself, and it is totally possible for the symptoms to pass.