We’re familiar with the importance of physical freedom for survivors of trafficking, but what happens when they are still trapped by invisible addiction? Join host Micah Gamboa and Elijah Rising’s recovery specialists Jessica Gobble and Bri McCarthy as they explore a critical yet rarely discussed aspect of survivor care: SLAA. This groundbreaking conversation reveals why addressing intimacy-related trauma is essential for preventing re-trafficking and provides hope for true, lasting freedom.
In this episode, you’ll discover:
-What SLAA is and why it’s prevalent among trafficking survivors
-The science behind trauma bonding and Stockholm syndrome
-Common trauma responses to abuse
-Why dopamine receptors take 90 days to reset and what that means for recovery
-Practical treatment approaches using SLAA
-How Elijah Rising is pioneering comprehensive recovery that addresses the whole person
-Resources available for survivors and other organizations
