We're familiar with the importance of physical freedom for survivors of trafficking, but what happens when they are still trapped by invisible addiction? Join host Micah Gamboa and Elijah Rising's recovery specialists Jessica Gobble and Bri McCarthy as they explore a critical yet rarely discussed aspect of survivor care: SLAA. This groundbreaking conversation reveals why addressing intimacy-related trauma is essential for preventing re-trafficking and provides hope for true, lasting freedom.

In this episode, you'll discover:

-What SLAA is and why it's prevalent among trafficking survivors
-The science behind trauma bonding and Stockholm syndrome
-Common trauma responses to abuse
-Why dopamine receptors take 90 days to reset and what that means for recovery
-Practical treatment approaches using SLAA
-How Elijah Rising is pioneering comprehensive recovery that addresses the whole person
-Resources available for survivors and other organizations

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Human trafficking happens closer to home than most people realize—often through those we trust most. Angela Williams shares her powerful testimony of surviving commercial sexual exploitation in Houston, from her first exposure at age 12 to her miraculous extraction eight years ago. Now an advocate working directly with law enforcement and at-risk youth, Angela offers raw insights into the realities of trafficking, the grooming process, and the hope that sustained her through her darkest moments.

In this episode, we discuss the myths surrounding trafficking, the challenges survivors face when seeking help, and what communities can do to combat this crisis. Angela's story reveals how faith, determination, and the right resources can transform lives and break the chains of exploitation.

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Did you know that the average age of exposure to pornography is just nine years old? Join us as we dive deep into one of the most critical conversations facing families and faith communities today. Micah sits down with Phuong, Associate Director at Demand Disruption, to discuss how churches and parents can protect children from exploitation and break the cycle that fuels human trafficking demand.

In this episode, Phuong shares her expertise on targeting the demand side of trafficking through education, prevention, and community empowerment. Learn practical tools for starting age-appropriate conversations with children, creating safe spaces for families to address these complex topics, and understanding the dangerous landscape kids face online today.

About Our Guest: Phuong Marquez is the Associate Director at Demand Disruption, one of the few organizations dedicated to addressing the demand side of human trafficking. She works to enhance church partnerships and implement educational workshops that empower communities to combat exploitation through prevention and awareness.

Resources Mentioned:

• Demand Disruption: demanddisruption.org
• For general questions: info@demanddisruption.org
• To reach Phuong directly: impact@demanddisruption.org
• Disruption University learning platform: https://disruptionu.demanddisruption.org/

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