After many years, too many to mention, I now feel that I am at a place where I am comfortable. I obviously knew what had happened to me but now I understand the effect it had and the path it put me on. I am comfortable with myself and now in that wonderful position where I want to give back and try ...

Yes eventually. I had some therapists that hadn't got a clue. My last one was brilliant and allowed me to work and think for myself. She introduced me to "Courage to Heal" which became my bible. I went on courses to learn counselling skills and through that realised how good she was. I wil...

It took a long time but in the end I was able to forgive my father, he was truly sorry and ashamed and did everything he could to make amends. I do not believe he ever abused any one else. Having said this I could never like him let alone love him. By forgiving him I was able to forgive myself and m...