Trust Betrayed: Counseling Girls Who Have Been Sexually Abused by Educators
Abstract
Educator sexual abuse is rarely discussed, although literature shows that it occurs at an
alarming rate. This paper discusses the literature that does exist about educator sexual
abuse, as well as the prevalence of this type of sexual abuse. Aspects of the trauma are
discussed including grooming, blaming the victim, and the guilt and denial associated
with the abuse. The paper concludes with recommendations for counselors who are
working with girls who have experienced educator sexual abuse. Inner child work, guided
imagery, and trauma-focused cognitive behavior therapy are referenced.
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Keywords
educator sexual misconduct, schools, child sexual abuse, grooming, manipulation, counseling, trauma
Citation
Boyd, C. P. (2011). Trust Betrayed: Counseling Girls Who Have Been Sexually Abused by Educators. Educational Specialist, 38.