If you’ve been sexually abused as a child (or someone close to you has been) the shame and pain of the past can make you feel very lonely – however coming together with others is a way to move forward.

“Together We Are Stronger”
This workshop is open both to people who have experienced abuse and their partners and friends as well as counsellors and other professionals.
A relaxed and friendly environment where we will come together to learn, share and support each other.

We will be looking at:
• Why we may carry the shame that is not ours
• Understanding the roots of our anger
• How past betrayal can interfere with relationships today
• Taking the control now we may have been denied in the past
• Building healthy boundaries so we can receive and share confidently
 
Benefits of attending:
• Break out of isolation and meet others who understand
• Gain information to help overcome the past
• Feel supported by both professionals and other survivors
• Put strategies in place for the future

The workshop is led by a Survivor and all Facilitators are professionally trained in counselling and group facilitation. BACP and ACC ethics apply.

For details of the next workshop please contact us

Comments by people who have attended our workshops:
“My partner’s understanding of my situation was greatly helped”

“Into the Light has been good because it stopped me feeling so isolated and normalised the issue … inspirational”

“Thank you … for your wisdom in dealing with this often emotional issue, sensitively – particularly the subject of shame. I was glad that I came and convinced myself that I wasn't to be blamed”

“It was a really helpful day, and just so good to meet and talk to other survivors”

“I found the session helpful in my professional development"