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[quote=Anonymous]I know this thread is 2 years old, but I still want to comment FWIW. I'm getting the sense that your daughter has repressed anger or grief from some kind of trauma. It definitely could be from the divorce, or it could be something else. The cold abrasive attitude is a protective measure. She probably got hurt being vulnerable when she was young. That's why she tries to act tough and doesn't let people get close. (And/or healthy social skills weren't modeled to her at a critical developmental age.) I would want to get to what her core wound is and go from there. I don't think you or her mom will be the person to break her shell. I think it would be someone new.

Controversial, I know, but I honestly think spiritual-based or holistic healing services can be great. They're usually just one or a few times instead of weekly for years on end. I've made tremendous progress for my CTPSD healing with a family tree based healer and a reiki practitioner. They are in Chile though, so their names and contact probably wouldn't be relevant.

If your daughter doesn't want to work with you or your ex-wife, I'd say give her space. She is now an adult and maybe wants more independence anyways. Hoping for the best outcome for her, but you have to remember that SHE needs to admit to her problems and want to get better. Don't wear yourself out over a problematic person who won't change. I know it's hard as hell when it's your own kid though. [/quote]

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