Sexual assault is a profound psychological trauma that can significantly impact a victim-survivor’s mental health. Victim-survivors may experience a wide range of emotional, cognitive, and behavioral effects that appear immediately after the assault, weeks after, months, or even years after.1, 2 While everyone’s experience is different, understanding common mental health consequences, body-mind responses, and recovery…
All survivors have unique experiences, but BIPOC survivors often face similar struggles. Survivors who belong to marginalized identities and exist at the intersection of multiple identities face additional barriers when it comes to experiencing, disclosing, reporting, and receiving support after sexual, domestic, and intimate partner violence. The face of the anti-sexual violence movement is often…
Artistic and creative expression have been shown to be an effective way for trauma survivors to process their trauma and express their emotions. Any and all survivors are welcome to register to join us for this free, virtual event. Join a group of survivors led by the PAVE staff as we follow art prompts to…
CBT is an evidence-based therapeutic approach that can offer meaningful support to victim-survivors of sexual assault. CBT aims to help individuals manage the emotional and psychological effects of trauma, by focusing on the connection between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.1, 2 This form of therapy empowers survivors to develop healthier coping strategies and regain a sense…
Are you interested in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) but nervous about what it actually looks like in practice? Read more to learn about the entire step-by-step process of EMDR. EMDR is typically broken down into eight phases that help guide a therapist and their client through the steps needed to reprocess trauma safely. …
Therapy is not a one-size fits all model. Additionally, not all therapists will be the right therapist for what you are experiencing. There are many therapeutic avenues that one can take that will be dependent on their individual experiences and what will be effective in processing emotions and healing the negative psychological and physical effects…
Join The Survivors.org Support Group! Our support group is free, virtual, and available to all adult survivors regardless of gender, identity, race, ethnicity, sexuality, and location. Held on the first and third Wednesday every month at 7 PM EST, our support group is a space to receive support and participate in a community survivors. Registering…
Hear from Denise Bossarte, an award-winning author, poet, photographer and artist, who is using her work to speak up about sexual violence. In this episode, Denise and PAVE Founder, Angela Rose, discuss her book, self-care, the mind-body connection, and more. Learn More About The Guest Denise Bossarte “Denise Bossarte is an award-winning author, poet, photographer…
Learn about Rapid Resolution Therapy (RRT) from therapist Sheri Johnson, MSW, NBCFCH, LCSW, RSW, in this episode of the Survivors.org Podcast. Sheri and PAVE founder, Angela Rose, explore what RRT is, what it looks like in practice, and how it can help survivors with symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Sheri Johnson “With over 15…
Hear from Dr. Eugene Lipov, a Board-Certified Anesthesiologist and Pain-Physician who pioneered the use of Stellate Ganglion Block (SGB) for the treatment for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), in this episode of the Survivors.org Podcast. Dr. Lipov discusses how SGB works and the results he’s seen from patients he’s treated, including survivors. Dr. Lipov also touches…
Experiencing assault is a traumatic event that can trigger intense and instinctive reactions in the body. These reactions are commonly known as the fight or flight response. However, there are two more reactions that often get overlooked, known as “freeze” and “fawn.” Understanding these responses is crucial for survivors and those who support them, as…
Memory is a fascinating and complex aspect of human cognition that plays a vital role in our everyday lives. It allows us to learn from experiences, remember our loved ones, and navigate the world. However, when it comes to traumatic experiences, memory can become tangled and difficult to understand. This guide aims to provide a…
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