How do I get over this threat made 7 years ago?

[gingerbiscuit34]

I once dated a very abusive man. I reported him to the police at the time and learned he had been arrested before for previous domestic violence. When I left him, he threatened to throw acid on my face so 'nobody else could have me'.

The police also know this.

7 years later, I'm now happily married with children. However I can't stop thinking about this threat. Every time I leave the house I worry somebodies going to throw something in my, or worse, my children's face.

I had counselling after the relationship but I just don't know how to not feel scared that he could still do this 😓

I think yo should go back and get some more support from a psychotherapist rather than a councellor, as a while has passed and it's still something intruding on your life.

It's horrible when something sits rent free in your head, I truly hope you can resolve it as it sounds like your life is in a far better place.

What methods does a psychologist use that's different to a counsellor please :)?

There is no chance that he will do it because he knows that the police know what he said.

So if they did happen to you he would end up in prison.

As I understand it, a councellor will talk through things and listen, however, when it's a trauma this isn't always a best route to take and instead someone who is trained in techniques like cognitive behavioural therapy can teach techniques which could ne more appropriate. A good way to access is a referral through your GP, and discuss with them.