Spiritual Direction with Survivors of Sexual Trauma
Creating Sacred Space for Healing and Wholeness

 

Did you know that one in three women and one in six men will experience some form of sexual trauma in their lifetime?

 

As spiritual directors and companions, we are often entrusted with the sacred stories of those who carry the wounds of such trauma. Survivors may come to us not necessarily to recount the details of their experience, but to seek spiritual grounding, meaning, and healing. In these moments, your role as a compassionate, attentive presence can be profoundly transformative.

 

This training is designed to support spiritual companions in cultivating trauma-informed awareness, deepening listening skills, and honoring the spiritual dimension of a survivor’s journey. Whether you’re new to this work or seeking to grow in your capacity to accompany others with care and confidence, you are welcome.

 

Come learn how to hold space for resilience, dignity, and the slow unfolding of grace.

 

In this training, you will learn:

 

• How sexual trauma can manifest in a person’s spiritual and emotional life

• The art of compassionate listening

• What to say and do — and what not to say and do

• Cultural considerations in trauma and healing

• How to ask open-ended questions that invite reflection

• Spiritual practices that support healing

• Real-life stories and case examples

• How to care for yourself as a spiritual director

  • Bracketing

  • Supervision

  • Self-care practices

• When and how to make a referral to other professionals

 

You’ll also have time for questions and deeper discussion.

 

This training is open to all spiritual companions who wish to grow in wisdom, compassion, and readiness to walk alongside survivors with grace and humility.