I think I’m ready to talk (csa trigger warning!!!)

[Namechangedforthis60]

I experienced quite significant sexual abuse as a child. I’ve never spoken about it to anyone bar a brief mention to exdh. I feel like I want to get it off my chest and talk about it to someone but I have no idea where to start. It’s something I’ve ignored for a really long time and have never really felt the need to discuss it until recently. I don’t want my family or friends to find out, those feelings of shame and disgust with myself are still there and I’m not ready for people I know to know this about me.. id prefer to talk to someone who I don’t know on a personal level.
I can’t access IAPT services due to being in a conflicting career and knowing the practitioners in a professional capacity, although not closely. Are there any charities that can help with this kind of thing or would I need to pay for counselling?
I’ve tried to keep the details as sparse as possible so I don’t upset anyone.

Sorry to read this I’m in exactly the same situation

I’ve found a few women’s charities in my local area offer help, maybe online counsellors (tho not something I’ve looked at)

Hope you get the support you need x

I think it's brilliant you are seeking support for this. When I needed counselling I looked up the BACP (British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy I think it's called) website and another time used Relate website and found a local one on there I liked the sound of. Massive help for me both times. They often state their skills eg. Domestic violence, bereavement. Though people may be able to suggest a better idea. Good luck and well done