Support Maddox’s Journey to Healing and Stability

Hello, my name is Maddox. I’m 26 years old, and I’m reaching out for support as I navigate one of the most difficult periods of my life. I live with Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID) as a result of severe, prolonged childhood trauma, including but not limited to, sexual abuse and trafficking at the hands of my biological father. I am also autistic and have ADHD, complex-PTSD and treatment-resistant depression, all of which make daily life incredibly challenging. The impact of these conditions makes it nearly impossible to work and support myself while I fight for disability benefits.

Despite everything I’ve been through, I am 2.5 years clean and sober and a six-time suicide attempt survivor. For the first time in my life, I don’t want to die—I want to live, heal, and build a future for myself. But the reality of not being able to hold a job because of my symptoms, in a world that revolves around money, is making me rethink that. I need help to get through this, so I don’t lose the progress I’ve fought so hard for.

Right now, I’m struggling to cover my basic living expenses—rent, bills, and food—while I go through the lengthy and exhausting process of applying for disability. On top of that, I need urgent support to continue therapy and begin EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapy with a second trauma specialist. This treatment could be life-changing in helping me process my past and manage my symptoms, but it’s costly and not fully covered by insurance.

I never imagined having to ask for help like this, but the truth is I can’t do this alone. If you’re able to donate, share, or even send words of encouragement, it would mean the world to me. Every bit of support brings me closer to stability and healing.

Thank you for taking the time to read my story. Your support and encouragement fills my heart with gratitude.

With love,

Maddox & Crew