Author: Susan Dunlop

Exploring Shame

A guided, interactive workshop using Michael’s digital “Exploring Shame” toolkit. Participants will reflect on how shame manifests across roles (survivor, sibling, parent) and engage in small group discussion. Presenter: Michael Derby, Mental Health Social Worker & Family Therapist OUTCOMES: Recognise how shame can show up after sibling sexual abuseUnderstand why feelings of shame are common […]

Understanding All Family Members’ Experiences in the Aftermath of Disclosure

Clinical and qualitative insight into whole-family experiences post-disclosure. Expect thoughtful facilitation and group dialogue. Presubmitted questions are welcomed to connect@blueborage.com.au at least 48-hours before the event. Presenter: Dr Anne Welfare, Clinical Psychologist & Family Therapist ARTICLE SHARED WITH PERMISSION FROM ANNE WELFARE How Qualitative Research Can Inform Clinical Interventions in Families Recovering from Sibling Sexual […]

The Parental Experience and Emotional Response to Sibling Sexual Trauma

When a parent’s most valuable gift becomes a source of trauma. Brandy Black (pseudonym) and Maria Socolof, co-founders of 5WAVES in the USA are presenting insights from their recent study on parental experience of sibling sexual abuse, a collaborative project with Tova Lewin and Anat Talmon of the Hebrew University. This presentation looks at the […]