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Edited: 6/27/2011 12:31 PM by
Need Someone To Talk To
I was raped when I was younger. I can never get close to anyone. I've never had a boyfriend, never made a bond with my parents, and never got along with my verbally abusive brother. My life sucks I can't talk to my friends about it because I'm embarrassed and ashamed.
 
I can't talk to my parents because I feel like a stranger to them, and there is absolutely no one at school to talk to like a counselor or anything BECAUSE THERE ISN'T ONE. I would talk to a therapist, but where would I find money for one. I just don't understand how to get out of this one
Edited: 6/27/2011 12:31 PM by
We're glad you wrote to us today and are reaching out for support. You are going through a lot right now and feeling like you have no one to talk to must be very overwhelming. 

We are so sorry to hear about the sexual abuse you went through when you were younger. That must have been so scary for you. Something like that can affect your whole life if you don't have the opportunity to work through those feelings and emotions. How old were you when this happened? Was it reported to someone? The fact that you are willing to talk to a therapist is great because this would be very beneficial to you.
 
After going through an experience like that you deserve the chance to work through those tough emotions that come along. We understand that money is a concern but would this be something that your parents would be willing to help you with? We might be able to locate a therapist in your area that provides services at a sliding scale fee or sometimes at no cost.

You mentioned that you don't feel close to your parents but have you tried talking to them about what's going on? Is it possible that they don't know how you're feeling and that's why they aren't helping? It might be a little uncomfortable talking to them at first, but you might find out that it's helpful to have that additional support on your side.

Let us know what you think.
Stephanie, Crisis Counselor
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