COMBATING VICARIOUS TRAUMA

Author: Jordan Snoddy Domestic Violence Supervisor Substance Use Counselor   It is suggested that those who work with individuals who have experienced trauma often experience vicarious trauma themselves. Vicarious trauma (VT) is the emotional residue from working...

WHEN A CHILD TELLS YOU THEY HAVE BEEN ABUSED…

Author: Tosha Orr; Survivor Advocate-Support Groups   Child abuse can occur in many forms. It can be physical, sexual, emotional abuse and neglect. It also includes living in a household where there is domestic abuse since the effects of seeing abuse perpetrated...

5 THINGS TO SAY TO SOMEONE WHO’S FREAKING OUT ABOUT COVID-19.

Author: Kat O’Hara; Survivor Counselor While Covid-19 is running its course through the world, many of us are trying to remain calm through the press releases, presidential addresses, and social media posts. We are refusing to panic and bulk buy toilet paper at...

50 FAMILY ACTIVITIES THAT DON’T INVOLVE SCREENS

The stress caused by the recent virus outbreak can be overwhelming, trying to plan a day (or even weeks) with children at home may also add to that stress. The good news is you’re not alone, and negative feelings during this time are typical responses. It’s important...