Take the First Step Toward Hope and Healing

01/26/2018

Sexual abuse and assault have affected too many lives, often forcing victims to the margins in silence and shame. Abuse is not the end of the story. Though the damaging effects of trauma from sexual abuse are usually long-term, there are resources available to help you every step of the way. Use the resources below to help you and your family members that may be carrying this weight.

6 Stages Toward Understanding and Healing from Abuse

During Kay Warren and Beth Moore’s discussion on sexual abuse, Kay went through the stages of healing and the process of recovery in her own personal journey. This is the chart that she referenced from Mending the Soul by Stephen R. Tracy that outlines each stage an individual goes through to find healing after sexual abuse.

Minister of the Day

Available for walk-ins or phone calls for pastoral counsel and prayer support

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Celebrate Recovery

Find freedom from life's hurts, hang-ups, and habits. There are open-share groups specifically for victims of abuse. Click on your local campus below for Celebrate Recovery (CR) times and locations or visit saddleback.com/celebraterecovery.