Join us for a profound and heartfelt conversation between Mara McMaster and John Wilson. This event, titled “Sexual Abuse: Somehow I Got Better,” emerges from a deeply personal piece of writing Mara created during a recent supervision course. In it, she bravely shares her experiences of growing up in a family where she was sexually abused, detailing the profound impact this had on her life and her career as a counsellor and supervisor.
Mara’s story also touches upon the influence of Italian culture and the Catholic Church on her experiences. For those who are grappling with conflicts arising from their own cultural and family systems, this conversation may resonate deeply. By exploring these themes, Mara and John hope to encourage attendees to be curious and brave enough to confront and understand the complexities of their own backgrounds and the impact on their lives.
In this conversation, Mara will candidly discuss her journey of healing and resilience with John. Their dialogue aims to shed light on the complexities of surviving and thriving after such trauma. It is an opportunity for colleagues and attendees to find resonance with their own experiences or those of their clients.
Through this shared hour, we hope to foster a deeper understanding and inspire a supportive community where individuals can make a profound contribution to each other’s lives.
Additionally, the piece of writing that inspired this event will be available to read in the Onlinevents learning library, along with the recording of the conversation. This resource will be invaluable for those who have experienced similar trauma or who work with individuals who have. It will serve as an important tool for education, empathy, and support.
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My name is Mara and I am a therapist and a supervisor. I have spent the last 28 years helping young people and their families with every imaginable scenario possible. I have worked with all forms of abuse, helped young people and adults to navigate their sense of identity and enabled people to find their voice and to be heard. As a child I was invisible, my obvious struggle with addiction was invisible, my eating disorder was invisible. My work and my passion is to no longer ignore what is happening in ourselves and in my clients, my trainees or my supervisees. I would like to share my experience and knowledge with colleagues who work in the field or are thinking about becoming a therapist or a supervisor.
