Withdrawal Support Mentor

Service Description

I have, unfortunately, been through protracted withdrawal syndrome from getting off of benzos, taken as prescribed. It was very unexpected; I was totally unaware of the risks and had to figure it out all on my own. I had over 40 symptoms that lasted lasted for a period of about 8 months. The symptoms were constant, mostly all day, everyday, in rapid succession, some worse than others at times. I had very few "windows" where I had a moment of peace. I had to stop working and, luckily, had the opportunity to live at a yoga institute while recovering. I was there for two years, built a large "toolbox" of coping skills and was trained in many modalities which helped to relax my damaged nervous system. It is because of this that I am able to offer unique support to my friends out there that are in withdrawal. I now feel so grateful to have a second chance at life and am living it to the fullest. It felt absolutely impossible to deal with this alone and I am so honored to be able to support you. I offer techniques to help retrain your brain and take a different approach to the constant barrage of terrified thoughts that likely plague you. I also can help with ways to distract from the very difficult symptoms. I support you through exercises that can help to speed up the healing process. I have developed different breathing techniques and much more that can help carry you through certain symptoms. I provide support and encouragement that this will pass and that you WILL heal and be able to live a normal life again. I believe you and I know how serious this is. We will explore your options, find new hope, and address declining mental health due to the withdrawal. You will be empowered to take matters into your own hands and reclaim what has been taken from you. *I do not provide medical advice though I can share what worked for me. This mentoring is not a substitute for getting medical attention. You take self-responsibility and your choices are ultimately up to you. There are no guarantees though many who I've worked with have had a great deal of success in their journeys to recovery.