C-ptsd

[erin89]

Hi all,

I’ve been in the Iapt service for 4 months now and the term C-ptsd has been used to explain what I’m suffering from. I have read about it and I fit all the markers as well as childhood abuse/trauma. I have been told though, that it’s incredibly difficult to get a diagnosis. I’m just looking to speak to anyone with knowledge on this?
How do you get diagnosed? Is it an important part of treatment?

At the minute I’m under the care of a CBT therapist but she said a few times this week we would talk about the next steps next week. I’m not sure what that means or where I go if she can’t help me

Maybe she will refer you for counselling? I had counselling after CBT through IAPT. I did find it hard to start with as I had trusted the cbt therapist, and felt like she was helping me so much, and didn't want to have to start again with a new person. But counselling is good, I have talked about so many things that I haven't talked about before, and learned ways to cope with my feelings and behaviour.
As for a diagnosis, having one won't actually cure you. The GP and the CBT therapist tell me I have anxiety and depression. The counsellor suggests I am a highly sensitive person.