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Q & A call-in discussion with a survivor-professional, using an OPEN MIKE forum. We'll feature a survivor-professional co-host who'll field topics brought to the episode by you, the listener. ~~ Tonight the special co-host will be Sharyn Higdon...
1:30:04•26 Aug 2020
Navigating Trauma: Insights from Survivor-Professionals
Episode Overview
- Open forum for discussing trauma and healing.
- Sharyn Higdon Jones shares insights from 35 years of psychotherapy.
- Exploration of socio-political challenges impacting mental health.
- Importance of community support and love.
- Encouragement to engage with survivor stories and healing resources.
“The pain of being sexually abused is deep and profound. The abuse experience touches the core of a woman's being in ways she could never have predicted.”
In the latest episode of 'Stop Child Abuse Now', Carol Levine, Vice President of NASCA, leads an open mic forum dedicated to exploring the profound impacts of child abuse and the paths to healing. Special co-host Sharyn Higdon Jones, a licensed psychotherapist with over 35 years of experience, shares her insights on the deep and lasting effects of abuse.
Jones emphasizes the importance of understanding the complex layers of trauma that survivors face and provides guidance on how to navigate these challenges. The episode touches on the current socio-political climate, noting how ongoing issues such as the COVID-19 pandemic and political unrest contribute to heightened anxiety among individuals. Levine stresses the need for constructive dialogue and community support during these turbulent times.
As listeners call in, the discussion broadens to include personal anecdotes and strategies for emotional resilience, highlighting how past experiences shape present choices. The sense of community is reinforced as Jones articulates the various forms love can take, from neighborly acts of kindness to heartfelt caregiving. The episode concludes with a call to engage with survivor stories and resources like Jones' workbook 'Healing Steps', which offers practical tools for those on their healing journey.
This episode is a testament to the power of shared experiences and the healing potential of community involvement.
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