YOU ARE
NEVER ALONE
We are survivors for survivors.
You did it. You survived. You’re trying to get your life back on track, but you feel alone. You feel misunderstood. Your abuser’s voice echoes in your mind. Survivor sisters and brothers, you are not alone. Your BTSADV family is here for you every step of the way.
JOIN THE RIGHT COMMUNITY FOR YOU
WE CONNECT SURVIVORS FROM ALL WALKS OF LIFE
Survivor Sisters
We have numerous programs created for our Survivor Sisters. Connect with women around the world.
Survivor Brothers
We work to support our Survivor Brothers and are constantly growing our Brother network.
LGBTQ+
We support the unique challenges that our LGBTQ+ survivor community faces.
Need someone to talk to?
Our helpline is available to all survivors that would like to speak with a Survivor Sister or Survivor Brother. The BTSADV Helpline is available every day from 8 am to 5 pm PST at 1-800-787-3224. Our helpline IS NOT a crisis hotline. If it is an emergency, please contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-787-3224 or call 9-1-1.
SURVIVOR STORIES
Rescue from my Prince Charming – Gaslighting, and the ‘Fog’ of Abuse
This survivor felt completely alone in what she thought was her ‘fairy tale’ romance. Without any reference, and new to dating, she struggled to identify healthy habits from abusive ones. She slowly realized that she was in an abusive relationship, and is working to free herself from it. We hope that she knows that she doesn’t need a Prince Charming. She has the power to be the heroine of her story
I Chose to Forgive Because It Was The Right Thing For Me
Ashley experienced intimate partner violence at the hands of her former boyfriend. Even after obtaining a restraining order, her abuser was intent on finding a way into her life. Ashley’s inner strength, coupled with the rare kindness from strangers, allowed her to escape, during a harrowing and violent abusive outburst. Ashley shared her vulnerable story of choosing to forgive in the hope that other survivors and friends are able to understand the power of survival, her choices, and her way of breaking the cycle.
Leaving My Abuser and Living with PTSD
A survivor leaves her abuser and is left the PTSD. Her story epitomizes the dangers that survivors face during and after escape.
I Escaped Abuse, But Am Still Working Through the Aftermath
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