Trigger Warning: Childhood Sexual Abuse

All childhood wounds leave scars, and the most fervent attempts to ignore them often prove futile. But there is always hope for healing, especially when a person realizes that he does not have to do it alone and finds the right resources to assist him.

Naftali*, 33, had tried for years to live a “normal” life. He built a family. He worked hard. He stayed present for his children and attentive to his wife. But beneath the surface, he was unraveling.

A survivor of childhood sexual abuse, Naftali had been fighting invisible battles for years. He tried everything he could to heal. Multiple therapists. Deep introspection. But the panic attacks, nightmares and flashbacks still came. Naftali felt completely alone, trapped by trauma that no one around him understood.

Desperate for a breakthrough, Naftali contacted Amudim. He wasn’t sure what to expect, but he knew that he couldn’t go on like this.

The case manager didn’t push. Instead, he offered a safe space to speak and breathe. Over time, with encouragement and validation, Naftali began to consider a new therapy referral, not just another name on a list, but someone carefully vetted by Amudim based on his unique needs.

Naftali wasn’t ready at first. The thought of starting with yet another therapist brought up a deep fear of failure and disappointment. But his case manager stayed in touch and reminded Naftali that when he was ready, someone would be there. Eventually, Naftali took the leap. This time, the therapist, referred by Amudim based on his trauma background, was the right fit.

Slowly, the nightmares began to fade. The panic attacks became less frequent. Naftali learned to recognize his triggers and reclaim parts of his life that had felt forever out of reach. Now, Naftali is on the road to recovery. It’s not a quick fix. There are still hard days. But there’s also hope.

Perhaps the most moving part of Naftali’s journey came later, when his sister began facing family trauma of her own. Without hesitation, Naftali turned to her and said, “Call Amudim. They won’t just tell you what to do, they’ll walk with you while you figure it out.”

If you or someone you know is struggling, please don’t hesitate to reach out. Amudim is just a phone call away and here to help.

*Names and details have been changed to protect privacy.