Thank you for having the courage to write this post. Abuse comes in many form...physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, financial, etc. Sometimes those who could help us work though our concerns are either too close to the situation, too busy or not trained in proper counseling tools to be effective. Many of us have suffered one or more forms of abuse and it can scar you for a lifetime. Writing and journaling helps. Knowing that you can make positive changes to your life also helps. working your the emotional baggage to help eliminate some of that extra stuff also is resourceful. Baby steps or larger steps are good. Every little bit helps. Again thanks for reaching out and sharing your post. Prayers and kind thought to you my friend.