Resources for Survivors, or those living in it
I think the main thing we hear, is where do we begin? It can feel daunting especially with all that’s out there and all that we don’t know is out there. Here are some resources to being. They include yoga classes, meditations, breathwork, books, journaling specific to what you are going through.
Resources for Help
(Normally there are resources also locally where you are, please reach out to us if you need help finding those)
-
Sexual Assault and Rape
RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network) is the nation's largest anti-sexual violence organization. RAINN created and operates the National Sexual Assault Hotline (800.656.HOPE, online.rainn.org y rainn.org/es) in partnership with more than 1,000 local sexual assault service providers across the country and operates the DoD Safe Helpline for the Department of Defense. RAINN also carries out programs to prevent sexual violence, help survivors, and ensure that perpetrators are brought to justice.
To find a resource in your area please reach out for help
-
Suicide
Call: 1- 800-273-8995
There are many resources, here are two:
https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/
https://afsp.org/
If you are looking for one in your area please reach out for help as there are local organization
-
PTSD
https://www.ptsd.va.gov/
You are not alone!
We are the world's leading research and educational center of excellence on PTSD and traumatic stress.
PTSD is a mental health problem that some people develop after experiencing or witnessing a life-threatening event, like combat, a natural disaster, a car accident, or sexual assault. It's normal to have upsetting memories, feel on edge, or have trouble sleeping after this type of event. If symptoms last more than a few months, it may be PTSD. The good news is that there are effective treatments.
-
Mental Health
Many people do not have insurance and mental health support can get expensive.
SAMHSA’s National Helpline, 1-800-662-HELP (4357), (also known as the Treatment Referral Routing Service) or TTY: 1-800-487-4889 is a confidential, free, 24-hour-a-day, 365-day-a-year, information service, in English and Spanish, for individuals and family members facing mental and/or substance use disorders. This service provides referrals to local treatment facilities, support groups, and community-based organizations. Callers can also order free publications and other information.
The National Alliance on Mental Illness operates a toll free helpline for people who need to get mental health help with no insurance. You can reach NAMI online at Nami.org or by phone at 1-800-950-6264
Media Section: Survivor Stories
-
The Other Side of MI
-
Unpack The Pursuit
-
Celebrity Stories
Jenette McCurdy - Emotional and Sexual Abuse from Mom
Jessica Simpson - Alcohol and Drug Addiction due to Childhood Sexual Abuse
-
Helpful Social Media
Check out this facebook page for meditations, journal prompts, breathwork and more!
-
Books
How To Do The Work - The Holistic Psychologist