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In the midst of an almost 3 year long depression that left me reluctantly clinging to life, I decided to try ECT (electroconvulsive therapy). Unable to afford the IV Ketamine that kept the suicidal ideation at bay. I felt I was left with no other choice. While ECT took an emotional toll every time I went under, I can most certainly attribute my breakthrough to its effects. Following an ineffective round of Unilateral ECT I found success in my second round which utilized Bilateral placement. About a month after my final session is when I began to feel relief. 

In hindsight I wish I would have started with the Bilateral placement, however the risk of cognitive impairment was a big concern for me as I already struggle with my memory.

I have plenty of other factors that contribute to my depression and I still have bad days, even weeks, but its nothing compared to the hellish prison I lived in before. I currently use Mindbloom Ketamine Therapy to better managing my symptoms that include depression, anxiety and PTSD.  Progress is definitely being made and the small wins keep adding up.

With that being said I’ll leave you with a quote I resonated with!

“Even the darkest night will end, and the sun will rise.” — Victor Hugo