Start Where You Are
Whether you’re just beginning your journey or have been walking this path for a while, the resources below are here to support your recovery, education, and empowerment.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed, that’s okay. Here are a few gentle starting points:
- Save a hotline number to your phone
- Read one post that resonates with you
- Bookmark this page, return when you’re ready
Crisis Support & Hotlines
If you need immediate support, these trusted organizations can help:
National Domestic Violence Hotline
📞 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) | thehotline.org
RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network)
📞 1-800-656-HOPE (4673) | rainn.org
Educational Tools & Information
Gaining clarity on what you’ve been through is a powerful part of healing. The resources below offer insight into the realities of abuse, trauma, and recovery – helping you recognize harmful patterns, validate your experiences, and take practical steps toward wholeness.
1 in 4
Women Experience Domestic Abuse Before Age 50
99%
Domestic Violence Cases Involve Financial Abuse
Half
Victims of Intimate Partner Violence Develop PTSD
3 mil
Americans have experienced life within a cultic group
Recognizing Emotional, Narcissistic & Covert Abuse
Books
It’s Not You – Dr. Ramani Durvasula
The Emotionally Destructive Marriage – Leslie Vernick
Why Does He Do That? – Lundy Bancroft
Should I Stay or Should I Go? – Dr. Ramani
Podcasts
Flying Free – Hosted by Natalie Hoffman
Healing From Trauma & PTSD
Books
The Christ Cure: 10 Biblical Ways to Heal from Trauma, Tragedy, and PTSD – Dr. Tim Murphy
Suffering and the Heart of God – Dr. Diane Langberg
Healing for Damaged Emotions – David Seamands
Podcasts
The Place We Find Ourselves – Adam Young
Trauma Survivors Unite – Rachel Leroy
More Faith-Based Healing & Hope
Books
Good Boundaries and Goodbyes – Lysa TerKeurs
Try Softer – Aundi Kolber
Safe People (Workbook) – Dr. Henry Cloud & Dr. John Townsend
Podcasts / Ministries
ARMS (Abuse Recovery Ministry & Services)
Building Healthy & Safe Connections
Books
Boundaries – Dr. Henry Cloud & Dr. John Townsend
Codependent No More – Melody Beattie
The Emotionally Healthy Woman – Geri Scazzero
The Set Boundaries Workbook – Nedra Glover Tawwab
Podcast
Boundaries.Me Podcast – Hosted by Dr. Henry Cloud
Religious or Spiritual Abuse & Cult Recovery
Books
Healing Spiritual Abuse – Ken Blue
Redeeming Power – Diane Langberg
When Narcissism Comes to Church – Chuck DeGroat
Podcast
Narcissist Apocalypse: Religious, Spiritual, & Cult Abuse
Documentary Websites
Founder’s Favorites
Books
It’s Not Supposed to Be This Way – Lysa Terkeurst
God Attachment – Tim Clinton Dr. & Joshua Straub
Forgiving What You Can’t Forget – Lysa Terkeurst
Podcast
Body-First Healing Podcast – Britt Piper
Other Tools
Quiz:
Therapist:
Hey, it’s Madison.
I’m here to listen, support, and help you find the resources that best fit your healing journey. Your recovery truly matters to me, and I’m honored to walk alongside you in whatever way you need.