Lauren's Outpatient Treatment

Hey friends/buddies/loved ones.

I was recently diagnosed with bipolar disorder after a decade of struggling to maintain a balance in my mental health. It's a really scary and confusing time for me, but like any other injury or illness, I want to treat this with the care it deserves. I'll spend either one or two weeks doing an intensive, every day outpatient program in Northern Virginia to manage my medication and get myself off to a good start in this next step in life. I don't know what to expect- but I DO know that even with my insurance, my bill will surpass my out of pocket expenses. I don't have the money to cover this on top of all of my other expenses when it comes to day to day living- rent, groceries, utilities, getting to NOVA, etc.

I don't have much to offer other than the fact that I can be a better friend to the people I love once I have the tools I need to be healthier. My support network rocks, and you are all very much appreciated. So thank you so much from the bottom of my heart.