This week's episode continues our discussion with Barbara Sonofsky on the topic of sexual abuse. We explore the process of healing for individuals at different stages of their trauma, we identify what attitudes and obstacles keep us from healing and relish in a God who is the ultimate comforter, counselor and healer.

Choosing to be offended

Basic Pathway to Healing for Sexual Abuse Victims

• Naming your trauma
• Sharing trauma with a trusted confidant 
• What healing looks like for different experiences of trauma
• Faith Hope and Love - 3 Tenants of Healing

How the Church Addresses Sexual Abuse

Me Too Movement

Dan Allendar and Narrative Therapy - https://theallendercenter.org/

What stands in the way of wholeness. 

RESOURCES

Domestic Violence Hotline: https://www.thehotline.org   Child Abuse Reporting  https://www.childwelfare.gov/organizations/?CWIGFunctionsaction=rols:main.dspList&rolType=Custom&RS_ID=%205   Elder Abuse: https://www.justice.gov/elderjustice   Toxic Faith https://www.amazon.com/dp/0877888256/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_c_api_i_yHyzEbTHV6EKN   Sexual Abuse Recovery: The Wounded Heart: Hope for Adult Victims of Childhood Sexual Abuse