EXPECTATIONS
At Isabel and the Runaway Train, we believe that
HEALING CAN HAPPEN.
Learn more below.
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WE FACILITATE HEALTHY SUPPORTER-SURVIVOR RELATIONSHIPS
ARE YOU A SUPPORTER-OF-A-SURVIVOR?
The Isabel community was created BY a survivor of sexual maltreatment FOR supporters-of-survivors. We can help you establish healthy long-term support for the sexual maltreatment survivors you are helping to heal.
HERE ARE 4 RECOMMENDED ISABEL ACTION STEPS
1. Read one of our 1-page reports:
How To Take Care of Yourself After Hearing a Story of Sexual Maltreatment written by Isabel creator Anna Westbrook
Common Maltreatment Myths and How to Combat Them written by Isabel trainer Fernando Velez.
2. Listen to the Isabel album:
Learn to discuss sexual maltreatment, invest in your own mental health, and support #metoo survivors by downloading this album and experiencing Isabel's musical journey to healing.
2. Book a webinar:
In this impactful workshop, you will meet an imaginary character named Isabel who is a survivor of sexual maltreatment. After the training, if Isabel were real, you would know what to say to her.
4. Book our training program for your team:
The Isabel Sexual Maltreatment Response Certification (for anyone looking to support a survivor in their professional life).
How Healing Happens: Exiting the Drama Triangle (for professional advocates looking to learn new ways to frame their work and motivation to overcome professional struggles).
ISABEL’S LIST OF RESOURCES
The Isabel community makes no claims, guarantees, promises, or warranties of any kind with respect to the contents of this list. We hope it helps you find your next step to healing.
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ARE YOU IN AUSTIN, TX?
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AUSTIN-BASED SURVIVOR SUPPORT RESOURCES
If you are experiencing a current threat…
Contact The SAFE Alliance: Stop Abuse For Everyone
Advocacy and crisis intervention/face-to-face emotional support is available Monday - Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Call 512.267.7233 for more information.
SAFE’s 24/7 confidential SAFEline is available for victims of [sexual maltreatment] Call 512.267.7233. Text: 737.888.7233
(Source: The SAFE Alliance: Stop Abuse For Everyone)
If your mental health is suffering…
Contact NAMI Austin: National Alliance On Mental Illness
Review NAMI’s crisis response page and their downloadable list of resources.
Call the NAMI Helpline at
Call: 800-950-NAMI
Or in a crisis, text "NAMI" to 741741
Contact the Austin YWCA
Free counseling options for survivors of abuse.
If you need free or affordable counseling….
If you are ready to advocate for others…
Contact TAASA: Texas Association Against Sexual [Maltreatment]
Become a member, volunteer at one of their events, or attend their annual conference.
Contact Jewish Family Services (JFS)
Provides a wide array of mental health and support services to the Jewish community and to the wider Austin community, including counseling and psychotherapy, support groups, emergency financial assistance, and community consultation and education programs. Jewish Family Service is the professional human service and mental health branch of Shalom Austin and a beneficiary of the Shalom Austin Annual Campaign
ARE YOU OUTSIDE OF AUSTIN?
We can still help you find help with our list of
STATE (TEXAS) & NATIONAL (US) RESOURCES
STATE RESOURCES (TX)
If you or a family member need help recovering from mental illness…
VIA HOPE is a Texas based 501c3 nonprofit organization that provides education, training, and consultation to individuals in recovery from mental illness, their family members, transition age youth, and mental health professionals throughout the state of Texas. We operate training and certification programs for peer specialists and family partners, and work closely with providers of mental health services to help them become recovery oriented in their culture and practices.
If you want to be guided through mental health resources in Texas over the phone…
TEXAS 211, a program of the Texas Health and Human Services Commission, provides 24/7 access to information from state and local health and human services programs. No matter where you live in Texas, you can dial 2-1-1, or (877) 541-7905, and find information about resources in your local community. Services include everything from finding food or housing, child care, crisis counseling to substance abuse treatment.
If you need access to payment optional counseling and training in Texas…
NEW LIFE TEXAS Institute is a non-profit counseling and training organization, dedicated to changing lives by providing professional services to those in emotional or spiritual need regardless of ability to pay. New Life Institute sees clients of any age, race, sex, spiritual/relgious belief, sexual orientation, gender identity, political affiliation, and national/cultural background. By appointment only.
FEATURED NATIONAL RESOURCES (US)
If you or a loved one need help locating mental health assistance…
SAMHSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Organization) addresses mental illness and substance use disorders by providing access to treatments and services, up to date research, and access to multiple programs and campaigns. Their Substance Abuse Treatment Locator and their Behavior Health Treatment Center Locator can be a helpful first step in a wellness journey.
If you want to raise awareness about mental health needs…
NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) works to inform the public about mental illness by distributing information about mental illness through every means of communication. Interviews are produced on television, stories are featured in newspapers, brochures are produced and distributed, referrals are provided and newsletters and other publications are utilized.
The NAMI HelpLine can be reached Monday through Friday, 10 am–6 pm, ET
Call: 1-800-950-NAMI (6264)
If you have experienced sexual maltreatment and need to talk…
Call 1-800-656-HOPE (24/7)
RAINN is the nation’s largest anti-sexual violence organization. Their National Sexual Assault Hotline is free, confidential and available 24/7. Their website also has important statistics and training resources available for those looking to understand survivorship and prevent maltreatment.
If you need help ending an abusive relationship…
LOVEISRESPECT’s purpose is to engage, educate and empower young people to prevent and end abusive relationships. Free and confidential phone, live chat and texting services are available 24/7/365.
Text: loveis to 22522-trained advocates offer support, information and advocacy to young people who have questions or concerns about their dating relationships.
OTHER NATIONAL RESOURCES (US)
If you or a loved one need help recovering from an addiction…
DrugRehab is a web resource that provides information and support to people fighting addiction and related mental health disorders. To cope with the pain of domestic and sexual maltreatment, many survivors turn to the use of drugs and alcohol. The mission of DrugRehab is to be a support resource for those coping with theses issues. They have information on Alcohol Addiction Support and the connection between addiction, Abuse & Sexual Maltreatment.
If you or a loved one are experiencing suicidal thoughts…
Call 1-800-273-8255 (24/7)
The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals.
If you need to find an affordable therapist…
OPEN PATH Psychotherapy Collective is a nationwide network of mental health professionals dedicated to providing in-office mental health care—at a steeply reduced rate—to individuals, couples, children, and families in need. Provides middle and lower-income level individuals, couples, families, and children with access to affordable psychotherapy and mental health education services.
The Recovery Village provides treatment to those struggling with substance abuse and co-occurring disorders. Their philosophy is that all individuals with the desire and ability to seek treatment are provided with the highest quality care at reasonable rates. They have locations across the country.
If you need early intervention and other mental health services…
MENTAL HEALTH AMERICA is dedicated to promoting mental health as a critical part of overall wellness. Includes prevention services for early identification and intervention for those at risk of mental illness. Provides information on integrated care, services, and supports for those who need it; with recovery as the goal.
RehabSpot.com is focused on educating people on substance abuse treatment. Our goal is to lessen the stigma of addiction, and empower those who are struggling find the treatment they deserve. We are focused on educating people on the whole treatment process: from selection, to what you can expect during treatment, to entering back into a healthy and more fulfilling life after the program ends. Check out their guide to Trauma Resolution in Addiction Treatment.
VIOLENCE PREVENTION
If you need to provide documentation of stalking or harassment. Preserved is a new app that helps people document their experiences prior to reporting to the authorities. Preserved makes sure everything important is kept securely in one place and can be shared with a Trusted Contact. They help in the legal side of both support and prevention. The Preserved app is currently free for download (but will return to a paid model in the future). Consider donating to their GoFundMe Campaign to help them provide the app for free to 100,000 people who need support.
Pocket Punch helps provide survivors with peace of mind through empowering individuals to protect themselves.
Pocket Punch is a handheld 5-in-1 self defense device including: pepper spray, knuckles, flashlight, alarm and safety point.
The Pocket Punch was created by a group of students at the University of Texas at Austin.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
If you are an adult looking for a coach to help address childhood maltreatment experiences...
Joyce Collins Coaching specializes in helping women who were sexually maltreated as children to transform themselves into confident women who love themselves and lead fulfilling lives. Joyce Collins is a certified professional coach, and an open survivor. She coaches remotely on the phone.
If you’re interested in getting a degree in mental health or social services…
Social Work Degree creates Counseling Education Guides to help job seekers, professionals, and students understand the changing landscapes of these programs and their impact on careers and employment. They focus extensively on helping students research higher education and labor trends in the behavioral & mental health sciences sectors.
If you need research on how to protect your kids in an online environment…
Safe at Last created a helpful guide to monitoring children’s safety online.
If you are a single mother looking for financial support…
Financial Help for Single Mothers has curated a state-by-state list of grants and other resources for single mothers.
If you are looking for resources to help you care for an aging loved one…
Caring.Com offers free, expert help to families coping with the many challenges of caring for an aging loved one. Their programs include Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care and Nursing Homes.
TO SURVIVORS & SUPPORTERS, WE STAND WITH YOU.
Anna Westbrook, Creator of Isabel and the Runaway Train
MEET ANNA WESTBROOK
The Isabel community was created by Anna Westbrook, who is an adult survivor of childhood sexual abuse. Please note that Anna Westbrook is not a counselor, therapist or legal advisor.
Rather, she is a survivor, artist and communications consultant with a proven history of changing culture. She also has over 15 years of teaching experience and a background in educational management and professional development.
As such, she has a unique perspective through which to recommend resources for your team. The list of resources above was curated by Anna & her associates to help individuals assess and improve their ability to support survivors. The list is not sponsored by any governmental agency and does not confer a government certification or license.
The Isabel community makes no claims, guarantees, promises, or warranties of any kind with respect to the contents of this list.
Junice Rockman, Neuropsychotherapist
M.A., LPC, LCDC-i, EMDR Trained
MEET JUNICE ROCKMAN (AKA J-Rock)
With over a decade of experience working as a Certified Life Coach, Journalist, Mental Health Policy Advocate, Media Correspondent & Public Speaker - Junice uses Brain Based Therapy in both Private & Medical Practice. Integrating Neuropsychology, Nutritional Psychology, Family Systems, EMDR, CBT, Harm Reduction, Medication Assisted Therapy & Trauma Informed Therapy to treat, she’s widely known for her compassionate, yet direct approach to help clients overcome life stressors, relational distress, trauma, behavioral addictions and ultimately design a life that they love.
You may contact J-Rock through the information in her Psychology Today Profile
Note from Anna on finding a Wellness Professional:
The Isabel community collaborates with excellent Austin-based wellness professionals to provide support options at our live events. For example, J-Rock (photo & contact info above) is a local wellness professional who has been an important collaborator since our premiere in 2018. Anna Westbrook currently consults J-Rock in reference to the online Isabel community.
If financial considerations are a burden for finding a therapist, please know there are free counseling opportunities through local organizations such as the Austin YWCA. For affordable therapy in other U.S. areas, consider consulting Open Path.
Finding a necessary resource is a hard thing to do. Consider inviting a trusted member of your community to help you in your search. If you do not have someone you can trust to help you, then trust yourself and review the resources below.
LET’S CONNECT.
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