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May 6, 2025 73 mins

In this compelling episode of Hanging with the Fabiens, we welcome Vanessa Cruz our dear friend who is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, wife, and mother—who shares her profound journey of healing from childhood physical and sexual abuse. You may want to have a tissue box near you on this EP. 

Vanessa discusses how her deep faith played a pivotal role in overcoming trauma inflicted by someone so close who was supposed to protect her. Her story is a testament to resilience and the transformative power of Jesus Christ in the healing process.

You can connect with Vanessa Cruz at https://vanessacruz.com/ 

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⚠️ Trigger Warning + Listener Discretion Advised: Please take care while listening. This episode is not suitable for children. Listener discretion is strongly advised.

If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, please seek help.

Helpful Hotlines:

  • National Child Abuse Hotline: 1-800-4-A-CHILD (1-800-422-4453)

  • National Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-656-HOPE (1-800-656-4673)

  • 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988

Your story matters. Healing is possible. And help is available.

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