Handing the Shame Back Gloria Masters

The real meHow we had to adapt to survive our child sexual abuse and who we became as a result is not necessarily who we 'really' are. Perhaps still lurking within is that 'false' self. You may recognise that, in those situations that are especially challenging, where you default back to that small child and agree or give way. There is hope to change this.Go to our website (see below) for more information on resources available, and if you are looking for coaching whether survivor ...

From Melbourne Australia, a warm welcome to Jeanie Dean, who is an Expert Witness | Safeguarding Safety Risk Expert | Trauma Informed Investigator and specialist interviewer and Trainer | Managing Director at Safeguarding Solutions Australia. She grew up in a family of violence, and was sexually abused at the age of 15 by someone known to the family. What helped her recovery was: Time, Therapy - IFS, and learning how to protect her peace and Balance.TimeYou can reach Jeanie on Link...

EncouragementYour survivor may feel weary and down at times about their history of child sexual abuse. Though expected and normal, they may need some encouragement at times. An effective way is to come up with 3 things that would help lift and shift their mood thereby giving them something else to focus on.Go to our website (see below) for more information on resources available, and if you are looking for coaching whether survivor or supporter. https://www.handingtheshameback.org/ #ibel...

Luke WiersmaMeet this brave Survivor who runs Leaderboard Meetings for Survivors of child sexual abuse. Luke was abused by an older woman as a teenager, and used drugs and alcohol as a way to cope. Eventually he got fed up with drinking and passing out everyday, so began using advocacy as a way to out of the vicious cycle.You can contact Luke through email on wiersmaluke33@gmail.com. HELPNZ Sexual Harm Helpline, 0800 044 334 or text 4334, support@safetotalk.nz. &...

Self AdvocacyIs one way of having your own back and looking after youThe three components to this are: to understand what your needs are, to know what might help to support to those needs. and lastly to be able to communicate those needs.Go to our website (see below) for more information on resources available, and if you are looking for coaching whether survivor or supporter. https://www.handingtheshameback.org/ #ibelievesurvivors #handingtheshameback #handsign4kidsTo learn more r...

Luke WiersmaMeet this brave Survivor who runs Leaderboard Meetings for Survivors of child sexual abuse. Luke was abused by an older woman when he was a teenager, he was manipulated and controlled and began using drugs as a way to cope. The abuse continued until he was 18 years of age, at which time she considered him to be too old.You can contact Luke through email on wiersmaluke33@gmail.com. HELPNZ Sexual Harm Helpline, 0800 044 334 or text 4334, support@safetotalk.nz...