Claire

I’m Claire

I am a mum of 3 children, 2 of whom are neurodiverse.

I experienced childhood trauma from observing my own mother being in a volatile relationship.

I then brought these traumas into adulthood and had my own interpretations of how a relationship was meant to be

As time went by, failed relationships lead to alcohol abuse and this in turn led to mental health issues

This resulted in my children going to live with their fathers (they where not my abusers)

I fought these issues, and over the years I combated my alcohol issues and had trauma therapy.

Eventually I found the strength to peruse charges against my abuser. This was a very emotionally draining experience due to all the hurdles of the legal system and my own mental health.

I became involved with Thrive Beyond Abuse as Sarah and I had the same beliefs and values in empowering

others by sharing our experiences and knowledge of organisations etc.

I have the belief that your childhood or adult experiences do not define you going forward.