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Stef, I am so glad you have the support of your boyfriend, and that you've found us here. I think it would be very helpful to you to work with a therapist. Once you find a person you are comfortable with, you will have a completely confidential and judgement free arena to work through this in. A good therapist will let you decide how much you share and when, will ask you reflective questions to help you work through your own feelings, and will provide you with strategies and exercises to further your healing. Also, consider calling a survivor's hotline, such as RAINN (Rape Abuse and Incest

Hi Lorri, I just joined too. I'm coming up on a year since my rape and needing to talk things through and have support. Welcome!

Hello everyone, My name is Debbie. I'm 26, and this week will mark one year since I was raped. A lot has changed in my life since then. I'm now divorced, living with family in Colorado, and raising a son who turns 4 on Friday. I'm a follower of Christ, and I know that I would have no chance at redemption of my own account, but am grateful that I serve a God who loves me so extremely. I sing at my church on the worship team. I have a degree in English, and enjoying writing and editing. Thank you for welcoming me to this group. -Debbie