By: Sara Tienda, MSW, Community-Based Services Manager Summertime is often portrayed as a season of fun, relaxation, and happy moments spent with family and friends under the sun. However, for
Before finding Human Options, Sean and his family were constantly moving from shelter to shelter, relocating five times in one year. They lived in a state of perpetual fear, as
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 April, designated as Child Abuse Prevention Month, has concluded, it remains crucial to acknowledge the profound impact our childhood experiences have on shaping
For years, Andi endured unimaginable abuse at the hands of her ex-husband, Carl, encompassing physical, emotional, verbal, and sexual trauma. Despite the horrific experiences, Andi refused to be defined by
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
When Drew landed a job at a local keychain company, she felt an immediate connection with her supervisor George. What initially seemed like the start of something special turned sour,
By: Young Lin, Therapeutic Program Supervisor Last October, we detailed the cycle of violence and signs to spot that indicate someone might be in an abusive relationship without realizing it.
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
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