Back from the Abyss: Psychiatry in Stories Meds can't fill the trauma hole-- Attachment, maternal wounding, and the challenges of coming off meds
Apr 25, 2025
In this conversation, a pediatric nurse shares her compelling journey through developmental trauma and chronic depression. The discussion reveals the emotional weight of maternal relationships and the challenge of stepping off psychiatric medications. Personal anecdotes highlight the complexities of navigating grief and self-harm following a family tragedy. The importance of therapy and building trust in connections shines through, urging a holistic approach to mental health that delves beyond medication to address core trauma.
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Struggling but Persisting in Therapy
- Lisa met her first psychiatrist at age 21 feeling depressed without knowing why.
- Despite feeling unheard initially, she attended sessions for four years out of desperation and found some healing.
Dark Depression and Early Therapy
- After her sister was sent away, Lisa fell into deep depression, self-harmed, and had suicidal thoughts.
- She concealed these feelings well and reluctantly began therapy due to her mom's insistence.
Therapist as Anti-Mom Figure
- Lisa's psychiatrist never abandoned her amid intense anger and distrust.
- His patient, steady presence helped her sit with overwhelming feelings without judgment.