Survivors Are Not to Blame: Breaking the Shame Cycle After Sexual Abuse

What if the shame you have carried was never yours to hold? Rita De Michele is joined by Dr Martina Zangger, a trauma informed therapist and researcher with over 20 years of experience supporting women and children impacted by sexual assault and domestic violence. Together, they talk about trauma and childhood sexual abuse through a survivor centered, feminist, holistic lens, including how shame gets misplaced onto the victim, how survivors can begin to release it, and what healing can look like when responsibility is named clearly and compassion is restored. If you have ever felt stuck in self blame, this conversation offers language, perspective, and hope.🔗CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST NOT MY SHAME BOOK: GET YOUR COPY HERE: https://martinazangger.com.au/order-bookInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/martinazanggerWebsite: https://martinazangger.com.au/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/martina.zangger.35Services mentioned in this episode:Victim Services: see you state in Australia https://www.wa.gov.au/service/community-services/counselling-services/victim-services-victims-and-offendersVictims Services: https://www.wa.gov.au/service/community-services/counselling-services/victim-services-victims-and-offendersSexual Assault Services: 1800RESPECT (AUSTRALIA)Welcome to Beyond Diagnosis, a podcast that will raise your awareness, strengthen your decision-making, and amplify your voice for Alternative practices, so you can take back control of your health. By subscribing, you will gain access to content for people who have long-term health issues and connect with functional, wellbeing and mindset professionals. 👩‍💻FIND OUT MORE Rita De Michele is a Health Advocate & Podcast Host Beyond Diagnosis is a platform that facilitates a connection between your health condition and a holistic practitionerWatch the episode on the Beyond Diagnosis YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/vXzPi2oS6ig📲SAY HI ON SOCIALS:Website: https://www.beyonddiagnosis.app/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ritademicheleLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rita-de-michele-health-advocate-74a408109/Instagram; https://www.instagram.com/beyonddiagnosis_app/⚕️Medical Disclaimer: https://shorturl.at/xpjZ2