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[quote=Anonymous]You don’t have to set aside your feeling to want to bury him alive.  Anger can be good for both you and your daughter, as it is part of the healing process.  And seeing your anger on her behalf can be good for your daughter.  Just be sure to balance it with support and light.

That said, a good therapist is needed.  This person will be a neutral outlet for your daughter.  Sometimes its easier to tel things to someone you have little connection to and thus has little expectation of you.

Also, be sure your say, out loud, “I believe you, I see you, and I love you.”  People need to hear the words as much as they need to experience the emotion and support. Keep encouraging her to report the crime.  Reporting the crime is a step to claiming back her power.  It’s an official acknowledgement that what happened to her was wrong and against her will.

As she starts to heal, self-defense and exercises classes can also be helpful in regaining a sense of self. Also, Find something to help draw your daughter into/keep her into the present, something dependable.  Weekly coffee chat at the same time,  e-mail letters or cards, a new hobby/online game, etc.  The goal being to constantly reinforce that she is not alone, is beautiful, and more than deserves to stand in the light.[/quote]

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