Your Feelings Are Valid
Are you struggling with a past abortion decision? Seeking emotional support and unsure where to begin?
The Open Door provides free resources to help you begin the healing process, find community, and more. Recovering from an abortion experience can be challenging, but there is hope.
You Deserve Support
Every person reacts to an abortion differently. Some may experience relief, while others feel sadness, grief, and other emotions for weeks, months, or even years after the event.
The National Institutes of Health notes that some women can experience mental health effects after an abortion, including depression and anxiety. If someone has certain risk factors (like preexisting mental health conditions), they may be more likely to experience these effects.
If you are finding life after an abortion challenging, you are not alone. This journey can be emotional, but healing is possible. Our compassionate client advocates are here to accompany you as you take the next step.
Your Well-Being Matters
First, remember that healing isn’t linear. You’ll have “good” and “bad” days, so self-care is crucial.
You can do several things to support your healing journey, including:
- Expressing your thoughts and feelings in a creative outlet (i.e., journaling)
- Spending time with loved ones
- Doing things that you enjoy and provide relief (i.e., having dinner with friends, engaging in exercise or other activities)
- Considering professional counseling to process your emotions and develop future goals
- Allowing yourself to feel and process emotions as they come
We’re here to support this process and offer the support you deserve. Our client advocates provide a safe, non-judgmental environment to discuss your experience and find additional resources.
We can also provide professional counseling referrals so you get the help you need.
Know that we exist to help you through this time. You’ll be treated with respect here.
Start Receiving Help Today
The Open Door is here for you. Reaching out for support can be the most difficult moment, but once you do, you’ll have a community to encourage and uplift you.
