New Patient Story

I have a friend that was going through a terrible divorce, and she had found out her best friend and husband were having an affair. Her whole world imploded, and she felt so alone. When she talked to me, I could tell that she was in a deep depression, and she started talking about wanting to be gone. I recognized it as a sign she was thinking about taking her own life. I was apprehensive about talking to her and was afraid that she might shut down, but it became more apparent she needed more help and support than I could give. I talked with her and was able to get her to go in and talk to someone and when they wanted to admit her, she said she couldn't because of her pets. I became a surrogate dog mom, and I made sure to get her pictures of them every day doing fun things. She finished treatment and was able to continue treatment and is happy and progressing with her life.