In this powerful clip, Lauren Riley emphasizes the importance of truly hearing survivors: “The role we have as helping professionals is validating that that was a real experience for you… I need to know how you experienced that because that’s the most important component.” A vital reminder for anyone supporting survivors of power-based violence: trauma is personal, and it’s not our place to judge someone else’s experience. 
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