my aunt tried to kill herself a few years ago after suffering a breakdown, after therapy had unearthed abuse in her past
Mmm…. if I'm reading that correctly, it appears to be an example of how counter-productive therapy can sometimes be.
Sometimes the brain/mind blots memories out for very good reasons – survival. And unearthing them can unravel a multitude of suppressed feelings, emotions, pain, etc etc. Sometimes it is best to leave things alone.
It is also a good example of why therapy should always be left to qualified therapist (although they too, can make mistakes), and not be entrusted to DIY self-appointed ones.
Sorry about your Aunt kimbers 😐