Understanding Trauma and Abuse

Joni and Friends Ministry Podcast

Darby Strickland is a Christian Counselor who works with individuals, families, and couples, facing a variety of issues. She was trained at Westminster Theological Seminary where she obtained a Masters of Divinity specialized in Counseling. 

Learn more about Darby and her work.

Books and resources by Darby:

• Is It Abuse?: A Biblical Guide to Identifying Domestic Abuse and Helping Victims
• Domestic Abuse: Help for the Sufferer
• Domestic Abuse: Recognize, Respond, Rescue

Help your church care for people who have suffered or are suffering trauma and abuse: Church Cares | Becoming a Church that Cares Well for the Abused

KEY QUESTIONS:

• What is trauma?
• What are signs of woundedness caused by trauma and abuse?
• How can churches care well for the abused?

KEY SCRIPTURES:

• “The Spirit of the Lord is on me, because he has anointed me to proclaim good news to the poor. He has sent me to proclaim freedom for the prisoners and recovery of sight for the blind, to set the oppressed free.” Luke 4:18
• “Rejoice with those who rejoice; mourn with those who mourn.” Romans 12:15

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Joni and Friends envisions a world where every person with a disability finds hope, dignity, and their place in the body of Christ. Founded by Joni Eareckson Tada, we provide Christ-centered care through Joni's House, Wheels for the World, Retreats and Getaways, and disability ministry training.

Find more encouragement on Joni Eareckson Tada's Sharing Hope podcast and her daily devotional.