HI

Not really sure what to write here but .. here goes.

I'm 47, and I got directed toward this service through my Peer Support counsellor.

I have had a long history of mental health, and am currently going through a combination of trauma as a result of a long-term relationship breakdown and the subsequent divorce.

As a result of this, and of previous experiences, I am sure that I will never find anyone to spend the rest of my life with.  This is difficult for me because I don't operate well on my own.

I have a combination of ADHD, depression and anxiety, and also have the additional gifts of RSD and social anxiety.

Despite all this, I have a really good job as a VET teacher, and despite some difficulties recently, I'm just about to complete my first year as a full teacher.  And yet I always have this feeling that I'm never good enough.

I'm here to - more than anything - learn how others cope, hopefully validate what I'm feeling when times get tough, and maybe even learn some coping mechanisms so that I can go out into the world with a little more confidence.  I also hope that I can help others along the way.

Thanks for reading.