PATH: Past Abortion Transformation and Healing

Following an abortion, some women and men may experience turmoil that affects their well-being. Within days, months or even years after the abortion, emotional, behavioral or spiritual changes may take place. Often, these changes are not connected to the abortion, while some individuals feel stuck with painful memories or thoughts about the abortion.

If you or someone you care about has had an abortion, can either of you relate to any of the following?

• Confusion or anxiety/fear
• Emotional "numbness"
• Sadness or emptiness
• Anger
• Shame or guilt
• Relationship problems
• Increase use of food, sex, drugs or alcohol
• Feeling hopeless or alone

If you or someone you care about can identify with any of these, you are not alone. Many others have similar experiences after an abortion.

PATH provides a free, safe, confidential environment to share and process the pain and confusion left by an abortion, either individually or in a small recovery group. Individuals who themselves participated in an abortion healing program offer support and insight. 

PATH offers acceptance, understanding and hope.

Client comments:

"I was in a really weird position when I first joined the program. I saw my life changing in all aspects but on the inside, I was constantly battling with pain from my abortion that I couldn’t explain to others. I was having random fits of rage, extreme lows, and moments where I was chasing instant gratification to numb the pain.

All the while, I was trying to maintain the appearance of being “Strong and unbothered”. I was doing a good job at hiding my pain until one day, I wasn't. I couldn't get the thoughts of what I could've done differently out of my head and I couldn't focus on anything.

At that moment, I contacted the center for support.

The funny thing about my journey is that I already knew that God had forgiven me & loved me.  The judgment and punishment I felt weren’t coming from the people around me or even the Lord. It was all self-inflicted. I was placing myself in a mental prison that was sucking out all the blessings & grace the Lord had given me. While on my journey, I learned that as Jesus forgave me, I needed to forgive myself.

Sometimes we're our own worst enemies. Give yourself grace! With the support I received and being honest with myself and the Lord, I am now in a place of acceptance and healing.

Yes, it’s hard, it can be very difficult,  but you will heal and make it on the other side.  Just take the first step." 

- K. 26 y.o., Washington, D.C.

 

"This program has been life-changing.  An incredible resource that dug to the core of my hurt, confusion, and inability to heal."

- Lauren

There is hope and help. We are here for you. Please call or text us at 202-909-0831 or email path@chpc.us