Focus on Marriage Podcast
If Your Spouse Has Experienced Sexual Abuse
Apr 25, 2024
Dr. Michael Sytsma, an expert in healing from sexual trauma, discusses how to support a spouse who has experienced sexual abuse. Topics include navigating challenges, creating a safe environment, finding hope, and seeking healing through counseling and faith-based resources.
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Quick takeaways
- Importance of addressing past sexual abuse trauma together in marriage for healing and restoration.
- Approaching intimacy struggles with compassion, patience, and invitational mindset for emotional healing and trust restoration in the relationship.
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Recognizing and Healing from Sexual Trauma
Many individuals may not even realize they have experienced sexual abuse until it surfaces in their marriage. The effects of such trauma can manifest unexpectedly, highlighting the importance of addressing these sensitive issues together. Through open communication and mutual understanding, couples can begin a journey of healing and restoration, acknowledging that hope exists for moving past the pain and fostering a deeper connection.
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