After a traumatic experience as a child, Amber turned to substance abuse to treat her trauma. This eventually led her into a relationship with a man who trafficked her. At one of the lowest moments of her life, Amber had a spiritual experience in a prison cell, which gave her the strength to seek the treatment she needed. Amber now works with Utah Addiction Centers and is furthering her schooling to make a difference in the fight against sexual violence.
Show notes:
-Content warning: Today’s episode includes mentions of abuse.
-View the full transcript and related links at elizabethsmartfoundation.org/smart-talks-2-13.
-Chat 24/7 with the National Sexual Assault Hotline.
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