Antes de encontrar a Human Options, Sean y su familia iban constantemente de albergue en albergue, trasladándose cinco veces en un año. Vivían en un estado de miedo perpetuo, ya que
By: Mieka Bledsoe, LMFT, Clinical Program Supervisor Relationship violence doesn’t discriminate based on age. Despite societal misconceptions, older adults face unique challenges when experiencing relationship violence. When we think
By: Maricela Rios-Faust, Chief Executive Officer As Mental Health Awareness Month comes to a close, I find myself reflecting on the journey to emotional and psychological safety for survivors and
By: Young Lin, LCSW, Clinical Director Although Abril, designated as Child Abuse Prevention Month, has concluded, it remains crucial to acknowledge the profound impact our childhood experiences have on shaping
Durante años, Andi sufrió abusos inimaginables a manos de su ex marido, Carl, que incluyeron traumas físicos, emocionales, verbales y sexuales. A pesar de las horribles experiencias, Andi se negó a ser definida por
By: Arezoo Roa, MSW, Prevention & Community Education Director In every corner of the world, behind closed doors, and within seemingly peaceful communities, relationship violence and sexual assault cast long
Cuando Drew consiguió un trabajo en una empresa local de llaveros, sintió una conexión inmediata con su supervisor George. Lo que al principio parecía el comienzo de algo especial se torció,
Por: Young Lin, Supervisora del Programa Terapéutico El pasado mes de octubre, detallamos el ciclo de la violencia y las señales a detectar que indican que alguien podría estar en una relación abusiva sin darse cuenta.
At just 14 years old, Michelle found herself navigating a tumultuous relationship, lacking support from family and friends. By 17, she became a mother, bearing the responsibility of caring for
By: Sara Tienda, Community Based Services Manager Febrero was Teen Dating Violence Awareness & Prevention Month, and to empower our community, on Febrero 10th we hosted our 9th annual “Love
