12 Healing Steps For Adult Survivors Of Childhood Sexual Abuse

Author : Adena Bank Lees
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2012-03-26
Category : Adult child sexual abuse victims
ISBN : 147506022X

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12 Healing Steps for Adult Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse by Adena Bank Lees Pdf

From Adena: This book will help you to know that there is hope and a solution to the after effects of childhood sexual abuse. What makes this guide book so unique is that it is the first to utilize the deep wisdom and healing of the 12 Step Program of Alcoholics Anonymous for the purpose of recovery from childhood sexual abuse. The 12 Step Program has been a powerful vehicle for millions of people who have used it to anchor them in their recovery. Because these Steps offer such a firm foundation, they are extremely effective for those of us healing from the effects of childhood sexual abuse. I have seen this powerful healing in my own life as well as in my clinical practice. For the purposes of this guide, child sexual abuse is violation of a child to meet the physical or emotional sexual needs of someone they perceive to have more power than they. Often this abuse was from a person the child trusted; one who was supposed to take care of and protect them, not violate them. Practicing the steps has freed me from the reign of the trauma and the offender in a way that I never thought possible. It was necessary for me to follow the suggestions of a sponsor (a childhood sexual abuse survivor who has walked before me) and a mental health professional. Professionally utilizing this philosophy, I have witnessed and been a part of tremendous healing and freedom for my clients they never deemed possible either. Perhaps, you are, like I was, suspicious of the 12-Steps. Is it a religious program/cult or one that forces you to talk about and believe in a "God"? If you are an atheist, agnostic, or have very strong feelings that a belief in a God or a Higher Power is not what you need to be in recovery; I invite you to read on and examine my version of the 12 steps. See if it fits for you. This book is meant to be suggestive only. There are no have-to's so, breathe, take one page and step at a time, and continue to ask yourself, "How free do I really want to be?"

Author : Bonnie J. Collins,Kathryn Marsh
Publisher : Whole Person Associates
Page : 140 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 1998
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 1570251657

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Healing for Adult Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse by Bonnie J. Collins,Kathryn Marsh Pdf

This treatment manual presents a complete12 session program for treating survivors of child sexual abuse. It addresses issues of social isolation, intimacy and mistrust of others and how survivors can gain the support of others.

Author : LISAC, BCETS, Adena Bank, Adena Bank Lees, LCSW, LISAC, BCETS
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 48 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2012-11-15
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1481021249

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12 Healing Steps for Adult Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse; a Practical Guide by LISAC, BCETS, Adena Bank, Adena Bank Lees, LCSW, LISAC, BCETS Pdf

This book will help you to know that there is hope and a solution to the after effects of childhood sexual abuse. What makes this guide book so unique is that it is the first to utilize the deep wisdom and healing of the 12 Step Program of Alcoholics Anonymous for the purpose of recovery from childhood sexual abuse. The 12 Step Program has been a powerful vehicle for millions of people who have used it to anchor them in their recovery. Because these Steps offer such a firm foundation, they are extremely effective for those of us healing from the effects of childhood sexual abuse...

Author : Kim McGregor
Publisher : Otago University Press
Page : 280 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 1994
Category : Adult child abuse victims
ISBN : UCSC:32106012777444

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Warriors of Truth by Kim McGregor Pdf

The book is intended for survivors of childhood sexual abuse and their supporters, friends and family. For the general reader the book offers insights into the effects of sexual abuse on the survivors' lives. The first part deals with information about childhood sexual abuse and why children remain silent about it. The second part offers ideas and techniques for victims to understand what has happened and to begin to make changes. Many of the chapters offer exercises to help people deal with their own experience. The third part gives supporters suggestions about how they may be able to help.

Author : Timothy L. Sanders
Publisher : Crossing Press, Incorporated
Page : 204 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 1991
Category : Adult child sexual abuse victims
ISBN : CORNELL:31924062762848

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Male Survivors by Timothy L. Sanders Pdf

Author : Marjorie McKinnon
Publisher : Loving Healing Press
Page : 210 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2015-12-04
Category : Self-Help
ISBN : 9781615992720

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REPAIR Your Life by Marjorie McKinnon Pdf

ÿR.E.P.A.I.R. is a Six-Stage Program for abuse survivors that will transform your life forever! Recognize and accept your adult problems stemming from childhood sexual abuse.Enter into a commitment to transform your life.Process your issues with tools and techniques that will enable you to become healthy.Awareness to discover reality as you gather and assemble the pieces of the broken puzzle your life became.Insight into the complete picture helps you begin to return to what you were prior to being sexually violated.Rhythm recovers the natural rhythm you had before the incest happened, the blueprint that is the essence of your true nature, becoming who you really are. Therapists' Acclaim forÿREPAIR Your Life "REPAIR Your Life is one of several significant books by a woman who writes openly and perceptively, using her own experiences to take us down her path to an ultimately fulfilling life. This is an important book." --Vincent J. Felitti, MD, co-principal investigator of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE) Study "Thank you Marjorie and God bless you for adapting this program for our survivors to follow. You have given survivors hope to continue on their healing journey." --Donna Gustafson, Executive Director, Sunrise Center Against Sexual Abuse "This program just has to work, because whether intuitively or through research, Marjorie McKinnon has assembled a highly effective program of recovery." --Bob Rich, PhD, psychologist Special editions also available for teenagers, children 6-12, and toddlers. www.TheLampLighters.org for more information or to find a support group in your area.

Author : Karen A. Duncan
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 260 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2004-08-30
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9780313067884

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Healing from the Trauma of Childhood Sexual Abuse by Karen A. Duncan Pdf

The traumatic affects of childhood sexual abuse can remain and recur throughout life for women who have not healed emotionally. This book by a family therapist shares stories from 18 women abused as children, explaining that healing can occur at any stage of life, and that healing, itself, occurs in stages. The author offers guidance to recognize the long-lingering potential affects of childhood sexual abuse including depression, anxiety, dissociation, and chronic shock, and she explains steps to take for recovery. Also presented are letters from women who have healed or are in recovery. Sexual abuse by men, juveniles, and female perpetrators is discussed, as is how children may act out the abusive behavior taught by perpetrators. The incidence of abuse by family members is also addressed. Duncan explains the dual dilemma—moral and legal—that women face in exposing a sexual perpetrator within the family when not protected by the legal system due to statutes of limitations. She also discusses controversial topics including false memory and disclosure of memory to the perpetrator.

Author : Jody Messler Davies
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 284 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 1994-03-21
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : UOM:39015009120398

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Treating The Adult Survivor Of Childhood Sexual Abuse by Jody Messler Davies Pdf

Presents a model for the treatment of adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse that takes advantage of a relational approach and that integrates psychoanalytic thinking with the latest findings from the literature on psychological trauma and sexual abuse. Case examples illustrate the authors' treatment model. Annotation copyright by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

Author : Kristin A. Kunzman
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 180 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 1990
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 089486663X

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The Healing Way by Kristin A. Kunzman Pdf

Author : Elizabeth M. Altmaier
Publisher : Wipf and Stock Publishers
Page : 246 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2017-01-09
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781498202107

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Push Back the Dark by Elizabeth M. Altmaier Pdf

Adults in your church, small group, or other Christian organization are silently suffering the tragic consequences of having been sexually abused as children or youth. Why aren't they coming forward for help? Their reluctance may be related to wounds given by the faithful--religious people they trusted, who said things like "well, it wasn't rape" or "it's been thirty years--why is this such a big deal?" Such responses from people with religious authority deepen victims' need to shrink into anxiety, depression, and self-degradation. This book offers you the tools needed to undertake caring ministry to adults suffering in the aftermath of childhood sexual abuse. Once you understand the scientific research on such topics as trauma memory, consequences of abuse, and forgiveness, you will appreciate how caring collaboration can create hope and healing. In these pages every reader will find helpful content that will take you from feeling out of your depth to knowing you are empowered to be an effective companion in God's transforming work in the lives of survivors of abuse.

Author : Angela Williams
Publisher : Booklogix
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2023-05-16
Category : Education
ISBN : 1610059859

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Pathway to Healing: A Guide for Adult Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse by Angela Williams Pdf

For the adult survivor child sexual abuse is a devastating and debilitating trauma, whether it was a one-time occurrence or happened frequently over many years. When you break your silence, healing can begin. When you release the power, the secret has held over you, often for many years, it helps understand that you were a child, and you had no power. God wants to heal those wounds. Learn a biblical based approach to break your silence and travel the path of healing. Step out of the darkness and into the light of victory, relinquishing the shame and guilt associated with being sexually abused as a child and clothe yourself with the love of Christ.

Author : Christie Somes
Publisher : Archway Publishing
Page : 207 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2020-05-21
Category : Self-Help
ISBN : 9781480887534

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Meet Carey Jones by Christie Somes Pdf

Meet Carey Jones is the result of twelve years of therapy and support groups. What began as a healing journey for the author evolved into research and presentation of help for others. This book is beneficial for adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse. It also provides excellent information for parents and educators helping a child to recover from sexual abuse while providing valuable guidance on the prevention of childhood sexual abuse.

Author : Sutherland, Crystal
Publisher : Kregel Publications
Page : 176 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2016-04-27
Category : Self-Help
ISBN : 9780825444012

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Journey to Heal by Sutherland, Crystal Pdf

A path of hope and healing for survivors of childhood sexual abuse A woman who was sexually abused as a child is confronted with many internal questions: Am I worthless? Will I get past the pain? Do I matter to God? These and similar questions can carve a deep hole in an already wounded soul. Too often, the lies of worthlessness are believed, the pain becomes too much to handle, and survivors find themselves making choices that lead to more heartbreak. With over 42 million survivors (both male and female) in the United States alone, the need for a clear path to healing is great. Crystal Sutherland—herself a survivor of CSA—knows that while the recovery process is complex, healing is possible with God’s help. For women who want to progress from simply coping to living abundantly, Journey to Heal guides readers through seven essential steps to recovery found in Scripture. Candid and open about her personal journey of healing, Crystal comes alongside her reader as a friend who understands. Infused with biblical truths, stories of hope from other survivors, and practical wisdom, this book leads women to discover the life of wholeness God has for them.

Author : Catherine Cameron
Publisher : SAGE Publications
Page : 355 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2000-02-17
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9781452221830

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Resolving Childhood Trauma by Catherine Cameron Pdf

This engaging and compassionate book provides a hopeful and helpful perspective for trauma survivors. Cameron′′s documentation of her extensive and innovative research with childhood abuse survivors is also a gift to the field of traumatic stress. She captures the experiences of her research participants-– including the challenging and significant domain of losing and regaining memory– in both quantitative and qualitative terms. Trauma survivors, counselors, and researchers will find in Resolving Childhood Trauma new information, humanity, wisdom, and hope. –Jennifer J. Freyd, Ph.D., Professor of Psychology, University of Oregon "Cameron′s book provides the reader with an unusual depth of information about the long-term course of recovery from childhood sexual abuse. Her findings are rich and detailed, and offer a wealth of information about the process of healing, and about the power of ending silence. Well worth reading, particularly for the therapist new to the treatment of sexual abuse survivors." –Laura S. Brown, Ph.D., Independent Practice, Seattle, Washington "It took me longer to read this book than any of the hundreds I have reviewed! Not because it is dense or difficult to read, but because of the emotional intensity and power of the topic and its level-headed, balanced presentation. Kudos to the author! She has done a thorough piece of significant research and this book can make an enormous contribution to both professional and lay readers." –Barbara F. Okun, Ph.D., Professor of Counseling Psychology, Northeastern University "Resolving Childhood Trauma is an insightful integration of theory and practice for clinicians who treat abuse survivors. Catherine Cameron, through her clinical experience and research, offers the reader a greater understanding of the impact of child sexual abuse and the trauma accommodation syndrome. I highly recommend this volume to clinicians and researchers interested in a better understanding of efforts toward resolving childhood trauma." –Thomas W. Miller Ph.D. ABPP, Professor in the Department of Psychiatry, University of Kentucky and Professor of Education and Psychology at Murray State University "Catherine Cameron′s longitudinal, interview study of 51 childhood incest survivors presents extraordinary resources for us survivors from the dark realms. . . . This intimate, scientific portrait can assist CSA survivors in making sense of their own situation and planning a productive course of actions. Cameron has a special gift for naming the unspoken and capturing it with familiar methodology. Survivors of CSA can find in Cameron′s book the means to recover their social dignity and to meet their abusers at eye level, with equanimity." –Jean Maria Arrigo, Ph.D., Social Psychologist Can survivors of severe childhood trauma reclaim their lives as adults? Social psychologist Catherine Cameron addresses this question in a unique 12-year study of adult survivors of sexual abuse. Five successive surveys combine the richness of intensive personal interviews with objective measures of progress. Fifty-one women were consistently faithful to the project, as Cameron sought to understand their early trauma, its lasting impact, and to monitor their progress toward recovery. A final survey (1998) provided the epilogue for their story. As the new millennium dawns, these survivors have become strong, vital, and caring women. They have also provided valuable information, with implications far beyond themselves. Cameron grounds their personal stories by citing stunning parallels to the larger field of national and international trauma. The result is a compelling and deeply human story of trauma and triumph that transcends narrow application. It promotes understanding, dignity, and hope for all survivors traumatized by human design.

Author : Wendy Ann Wood
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 292 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 1993
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 9780941831864

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Triumph Over Darkness by Wendy Ann Wood Pdf

This collection of prose and therapeutic insights creates a powerful commentary on incest, rape, abuse, and the recovery process. Women and men share their personal experiences of childhood abuse and walk with the reader along the path toward wellness. They reflect each stage of healing with a clarity that, while often painful, is also hopeful. Addressing various aspects of abuse, including ritualistic abuse, multiple personality disorder, and partnering as well as providing a therapist's insights on the stages of healing, Triumph Over Darkness helps readers to understand recovery as a predictable process and see that healing is possible.