
Prevention and Healing Blog
The Trees of Hope blog gives you the tools to prevent sexual abuse and human trafficking—and the guidance survivors need to walk in freedom and healing.
TRUTH. TOOLS. TRANSFORMATION.
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For Parents & Caregivers
Learn how to talk to your children about abuse in a way that’s honest, age-appropriate, and rooted in faith. Our blog equips you to spot red flags, build safe boundaries, and parent from a place of wisdom—not fear.
Prevention starts with confidence, not panic. Let us help you start the conversation.
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For Survivors
If you're walking the road of healing, you're not alone. Our blog speaks directly to the heart of those who have been wounded—offering hope, spiritual encouragement, and practical tools to help you reclaim your voice and rebuild your story.
You are not too broken. You are not forgotten. Healing is possible.
5 Reasons a Survivor Should Consider Talking With a Mental Health Counselor
Seeking help from a mental health counselor can be incredibly beneficial for survivors of sexual abuse. A mental health counselor is a licensed professional and advocate skilled at treating mental health conditions' emotional aspects. Check out this blog to learn five reasons why considering a mental health counselor can be critical in healing from sexual abuse.
How Surviving Sexual Abuse Affects Romantic Relationships
Survivors of sexual abuse may find it challenging to form close relationships, particularly romantic ones. Painful memories of past trauma and emotional barriers can make it hard to communicate openly with partners. It's important to note that everyone's experience is unique, and not all survivors will face the same challenges. This blog covers some insights into how abuse can affect romantic relationships. Trees of Hope wants to see every survivor have healthy, vital relationships!
What Is Sexual Abuse?
Sexual abuse is being sexually violated and used against your will. Anytime we are used, it’s a violation.
Sexual Assault: How Trees of Hope is Helping People Go From Victim to Survivor to Thriver
If you are a victim of sexual abuse, and have never reached out to anyone, please know help is available to you. To begin, Trees Of Hope has
April is Sexual Abuse Awareness Month: Know the Facts and Take a Stand!
At Trees of Hope, we want to teach you the facts, what signs and behaviors to look out for, how to report suspected abuse to authorities, an
Safe and Unsafe People
Are you ready to talk about your sexual abuse story? If so, there are things you need to keep in mind before you open.
Symptoms Of Sexual Abuse
Any person that has endured sexual violence will manifest emotional, physical, and mental symptoms.
How Revenge Porn is Ruining Lives
If you have been a victim of revenge porn, sexual assault or sexual abuse, please know you are not alone. And help is available through Tree
False Beliefs That Keep You From Thriving
Although the self-blame keeps you guarded and isolated, you must fight to break out of that prison of lies!
Preventing Sexual Abuse - Behaviors to Watch Between Adults and Children
Prevention of sexual abuse in our society is critical, as every 107 seconds someone in America is being sexually abused. This type of abuse
Trees of Hope 10th Anniversary Celebration
Every year at Trees of Hope we host an annual fundraiser. It is a special event we look forward to all year long and it provides us with...
The Reality of Child on Child Sexual Abuse
About one-third of all sexual abuse offenses are committed by children under the age of 18.
The Problem With Denial
Denial is a coping mechanism, and it’s one that does not encourage healing; instead it derails healing.
Child Pornography 101
While child sexual abuse and child pornography are not easy topics to discuss, being educated on the topics is crucial. Child pornography...
Lessons Learned from the Larry Nassar Case
In a case that brought sexual assault to the forefront of people’s minds across the world, former team doctor for the USA Gymnastics,...
Tips To Protect Your Children From Human Trafficking
Traffickers are always looking to exploit women and children to generate money and it’s one of the most profitable top industries that exist
Online Chat Rooms and Games are Hunting Grounds for Sexual Predators
We can educate our children and help them feel comfortable speaking and coming to us for help and guidance.
Enough is Enough
Back in 2016, the organization Enough is Enough sent a pledge, titled the “Children’s Internet Safety Presidential Pledge,” to all of the...
How To Find Courage To Share Your Story
When you bury your secrets, especially a secret of sexual abuse, you’re actually burying yourself alive.
Together Making Kingdom Impact
I am proud to be part of such a robust Christian ministry with a 10-year history of serving the sexually abused and helping parents safeguar