Mightsurvive,

It seems to me that I have tried what your counselor is suggesting. In the long run it didn't work.

About two years ago I was treated for an adjustment disorder after the death of my husband coupled with a job loss. That counseling did help me to deal with current events (grief). However the ptsd inhibited my ability to move forward in my life. So it was back to the drawing board (facing the past).

I suggest you ask her some questions and consider getting a second opinion. What is her diagnosis? Does she think you have problems in the present that must be dealt with before the ptsd can be addressed? Does she think you have incorrectly self diagnosed ptsd as a result of the time you have spent on the forum?

I'm not sure if that helps at all - just food for thought.

Best regards, Ruddy