Another important influence in my life was my therapist, Joyce May, MA.LLP. Joyce stayed with me through many difficult challenges. She helped me realize my true self and potential. She never gave up on me. It is because of my work with her that I am as healthy as I am today. Her understanding of the dynamics of abuse and the horrible addictions that often develop as the only means to deal with the enormous pain inside was a true guide to not only sobriety, but towards a life where I can love again - a life where I am not afraid to develop relationships - a life where I have happiness in my life and peace in my heart. She assisted me in developing the tools to cope with an abundance of life's stressors. She helped me find the freedom from my inner self that often held me so tight that I could not breathe nor move another step ahead. She gently took me by the hand and stayed with me until I could breathe and move forward. All of my pictures drawn during our years of work together are due to her influence and support. For many years she was my light giving me a path to follow until I could forge my own path and find my own direction. There are no words to describe what she means to me personally and to my family indirectly. She is a true soldier in the fight against the effects of childhood sexual abuse. Thank you seems insufficient - yet it is all I have, so Thank You Joyce for helping me find my path, restore my emotional stability and refurbish my soul. You are indeed a beautiful person.
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