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    Resources 

    Therapy
    Therapy is one of the most effective ways to heal from sexual abuse and is a tool given from God to help reach complete restoration. Therapy gives individuals a safe space to explore what happened to them, how it impacted them, and how they can move forward. 

    Therapy will teach individuals new skills to cope with the effects of trauma and to feel more safe and balanced in their daily life. A good therapist will build trust, create safety, and then gently guide them through addressing past abuse and its ramifications. 

    There are a number of different therapy modalities that have been empirically proven to be effective for treating sexual abuse and its effects. These include:
    • Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR)
    • Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
    • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

    Additionally, art therapy, creative expression, body work, in-vivo desensitization are also helpful in healing from trauma. Just as sexual abuse affects individuals across multiple domains, healing must incorporate multiple domains. 

    Catholic Therapists
    Dr Timothy Heck
    • https://liturgies.org/
    • (317) 402-2139
    • 9961 Crosspoint Blvd Suite 100 Indianapolis, IN 46256
    Central Psychological Services
    • http://www.centralpsychservices.com/
    • (317) 780-1610
    • multiple Catholic clinicians available (both male and female) who provide therapy to address sexual abuse
    Family Counseling Associates
    • https://fcahelp.com/
    • (317) 585-1060
    • offer faith-based counseling with multiple providers

    ​You can also use Catholic Therapists to search for Catholic therapists in your area who might be able to help. 

    Additionally, there are many trusted and talented therapists in the area who can provide specialized treatment for sexual abuse who do not practice from a specifically Catholic or Christian perspective. It is important to find a skilled therapist that you connect with. 
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    Books
    • The Wounded Heart: Hope for Adult Victims of Sexual Abuse
    • My Peace I Give You: Healing Sexual Wounds with the Help of the Saints
    • Loved as I am: An Invitation to Conversion, Healing, and Freedom through Jesus
    • Theology of the Body for Beginners: Rediscovering the Meaning of Life, Love, Sex, and Gender

    Online Resources
    • Video: Sr. Miriam James Heidland, SOLT & Fr. John Burns: "Seeking Healing Through Forgiveness"
    • Video: How Does God Restore Us?
    • Video: I Have A New Name
    • USCCB prayer for survivors
    • Website: JPII Healing Center

    Additional Organizations
    • Prevail, Inc
      • assistance with resources and legal action
      • support groups, education, and advocacy
      • 24 hour crisis line available
    • Legacy House Victim’s Services
      • free counseling for anyone living in Marion County who has been the victim of violence of any kind
    • Families First
      • therapy, support groups, education, and advocacy
      • assistance with resources and legal action
      • 24 hour crisis line available
    • Indiana Coalition to End Sexual Assault (ICESA)
      • can locate additional resources and information on their website

    References used in creating this content
    • The American Psychological Association
    • RAINN
    • NSVRC
    • NSVRC Sexual Violence Fact Sheet
    • NSVRC Child Sexual Abuse Prevention
    • The National Child Traumatic Stress Network
    • The Joyful Heart Foundation
    • Office for Victims of Crime
    • Human Rights Campaign
    • The Sexual Assault Support Center
    • The Office on Women’s Health​

    Acknowledgements
    • We would like to thank Brooke Featherston for designing our logo and prayer cards. She helped us to bring our vision to life.
    • We would like to thank Megan Fish for all of her consultation throughout the creation of this group and for all her work on creating this website and helping us get the technology we need for this group.
    • We would like to thank Fr. Rick Nagel for not only allowing us to start this group, but supporting us, praying for us, and empowering us to do so every step of the way. His wisdom and guidance have brought so much life to this project. 

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    St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church
    126 W. Georgia St.
    Indianapolis, IN 46225-1004
    Phone: (317) 635-2021
    office@stjohnsindy.org

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