Reading Room

A growing collection of insightful and thought provoking books aimed at providing guidance, support, and different view points to consider. These topics offer valuable perspectives and practical tools.

 Opinions, viewpoints, and convictions may differ so we encourage our readers to practice discernment. As well, authors, concepts, and perspectives do not necessarily represent the views and opinions of Help[H]er.

It is our hope that our Reading Room is a platform for studying and learning rather than causing division or strife.

Abuse & Trauma

Demystifying Evil: A Biblical and Personal Exploration 

by Ingrid Faro and Heather Davediuk Gingrich
A biblical and personal journey to understanding and confronting evil.
Abuse & Trauma

Restoring the Shattered Self: A Christian Counselor’s Guide to Complex Trauma

by Heather Davediuk Gingrich
A comprehensive Christian guide to healing from complex trauma.
Abuse & Trauma

The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma 

by Bessel van der Kolk M.D.
A foundational work on trauma’s impact and healing.
Abuse & Trauma

Domestic Abuse: Recognize, Respond, Rescue

by Darby Strcikland
Essential guide for recognizing and responding to abuse.
Abuse & Trauma

Domestic Abuse: Help for the Sufferer 

by Darby Strcikland
Practical and compassionate support for domestic abuse sufferers.
Abuse & Trauma

Trauma: Caring for Survivors (Resources for Changing Lives)

by Darby Strcikland
Care and compassion for trauma survivors.
Abuse & Trauma

When Home Hurts: A Guide for Responding Wisely to Domestic Abuse in Your Church

by Jeremy Pierre and Greg Wilson
Suspect abuse? How to help without making things worse.
Abuse & Trauma

Walking with Domestic Abuse Sufferers (Gospel Hope for Life Issues)

by Helen Thorne
Helping and supporting victims.
Abuse & Trauma

Understanding Complex Trauma and Post-Traumatic Growth in Survivors of Sex Trafficking

by Heather Evans
Survivors of sex trafficking.
Abuse & Trauma

Trauma and Recovery: The Aftermath of Violence – From Domestic Abuse to Political Terror

by Judith Lewis Herman
Linking public traumas of society to those of domestic life.
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Looking Forward
  • Season 5 podcast – Domestic Abuse Reconciled
  • Remember my Affliction Advent devotional shop and podcast
  • Theology of Story II: Your Conscience Matters course
  • Remember Bible Study
  • Documenting resource for counselors