I had tried a few therapists here & there with virtually no connection. When I met Dr. Gilligan i had hit rock bottom - emotionally. I was suicidal and was starting to plan it. I knew if this therapist wasn't it, I wasn't going to stay around. I stated I needed someone who was direct, asked deep questions & was ok working with someone who was metaphysical. He assured me all of those concerns were who he was and the initial session was free - to see if we were a good fit. 1.5 years of seeing him 1-2x a week was a deep emotional roller coaster ride. Near the end, things got really bad in my sessions and I told him I thought I was getting worse. He reassured me -that I was reaching a breaking point, to trust him - Would I? I left thinking it was over. I didn't believe him but I needed to trust him. Within a couple days, I mentally & physically had a breakthrough. Everything in my mind changed- that was over 20 years ago. I saw him 2 x after that for closure. My life since has been a major challenge - with many horrible events- but not once did I Ever consider suicide. Patrick Gilligan saved my life by helping me relive childhood trauma with a different mindset and helping me with new tools on life's journey. Obviously, it all worked & I will never forget him & hope he continues passing his wisdom onto others. read more