Treating Trauma in Christian Counseling by Gingrich Heather Davediuk; Gingrich Fred C.;

Author:Gingrich, Heather Davediuk; Gingrich, Fred C.;
Language: eng
Format: epub
Tags: complex trauma;dissociation;PTSD;posttraumatic stress disorder;neuropsychology;self-care;vicarious traumatization;sexual abuse;psychopathology;clergy abuse;domestic violence;disasters;global trauma;sex trafficking;missions;child abuse;military trauma
Publisher: InterVarsity Press
Published: 2017-03-02T16:00:00+00:00

Self-hatred. Related to shame is self-hatred. SASs tend to blame themselves for their abuse, believing that there is something inherently bad in them that is deserving of punishment. While it is true that we are all sinners (Rom 3:23), it is not true that SA is a legitimate form of love, affection, or discipline. Self-blame is further encouraged by perpetrators who use it as a way to keep their victims from reporting the abuse. The empathic, nonjudgmental acceptance of counselors who see their SASs as valuable creations of God will go a long way in breaking through these distorted self-perceptions. Christian clients often are aware of the Bible verses that talk about our worth as children of God. However, this truth seldom penetrates their whole beings, being relegated instead to cognitive, head knowledge. However, being in the presence of a person who knows their worst secrets and accepts them anyway is often an important step toward recognizing that Christ, too, loves and values them.

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