I don't have any advice on the legal question but I wanted to say I agree that working on your damaged self confidence will really take time and effort and I know it is very difficult. I think destroying someone's self confidence is one of the most cruel things a person can do to another person, especially when it seems so deliberate like you described. It makes my heart ache that people can be so horribly cruel.

I know it is still affecting you and I imagine it will for some time, but I think you're conquering it bit by bit. As you have seen, PT is a wonderful source of support and encouragement, I think sharing here is a nice aid to your healing process. I truly hope and pray you continue to heal, keep fighting it and don't ever give in to the feeling that you are of low value.