The Path to Healing from Sexual Abuse and Incest, with Dr. Denise Bossarte

Dr. Denise Bossarte, PHD and author of “Thriving After Sexual Abuse,” shares her stunning and impactful journey to thriving after a childhood of repeated incidences of sexual abuse by her grandfather. Her story is an inspiration for all of us walking the path to wholeness.

Referenced in the Show

• Survivors of Incest Anonymous 

• The Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline

• “Thriving After Sexual Abuse” by Denise Bossarte 

• National Suicide Prevention LIfeline: 1-800-273-8255

• "The Body Keeps the Score" by Bessel van der Kolk M.D.

• “Resilient” by Rick Hanson

Dr. Bossarte’s Bio

Denise Bossarte is an award-winning poet, writer, photographer, and artist. Denise is a certified meditation facilitator and contemplative arts teacher. She is an information technology (IT) professional working for a large urban school district. Denise holds a BA in chemistry, an MS in computer science, and a PhD in developmental neuroscience. And she is a survivor of childhood sexual abuse.

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