Trauma & Substance Abuse Prevention

Healing Trauma.
Preventing Harm.

Trauma, Healing, and Substance Abuse Prevention

Trauma and substance use are deeply connected. Many individuals struggling with opioid use have experienced DV/SA, increasing their vulnerability to substance use disorders. Abusers may use opioids as a means of coercion and control, deepening cycles of harm.

What we do

Education

Develop & distribute evidence-based educational materials to prevent opioid misuse and support healthy communities.

Technical Support

Offer technical assistance and resources to strengthen services & build capacity across the state.

Statewide Committee

Convene a diverse statewide committee to collaborate on solutions and drive community change.

Direct Support

Provide telehealth educational counseling & support groups for DV/SA survivors facing opioid & substance use challenges.

Training

Provide specialized training for victim service prroviders, recovery professionals, & community partners.

Together, we can heal and prevent.

This project is funded under a Grant Project with the Tennessee Opioid Abatement Council.

Healing Trauma. Preventing Harm.