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“Why don’t you just leave?”  This may be one of the most common questions that victims of domestic violence hear.  Even the most loving and supportive people in the victim’s life can be uninformed about the dangers of leaving an abusive relationship.  While leaving can potentially offer a new beginning, it can also put the […]

Fleeing an abusive relationship that had persisted for many years, Rosa arrived at Hope’s Door seeking counseling services. As a result of her manipulative partner, Rosa no longer had custody of her two oldest children and was persistently trying to get her family back. Lacking the financial capability to pay for childcare expenses, having limited […]

Have you ever considered the healing benefits sound could have on one’s mind and body? On August 15th, six members of the Hope’s Door team had the pleasure of diving into an intimate sound experience while visiting Colleen Torpie’s Reiki and Sound Studio. Open-minded and eager about what was about to unfold, we sprawled out […]

Originally published in August 2019 Newsletter Experiencing various forms of abuse throughout her life resulted in a deep rooted desire to make a difference and to turn powerlessness into empowerment. As a result, Kristen Gizzi has emerged as a strong, empathetic and zealous advocate.  But what really shines through as she speaks, is her deep […]