Inspire Exclusive with Nadia-toni Jacobs and Ilhaam Hoosain - Genevieve Brown Interview Healing from sexual assault for a girl child starts with making sure she is safe and letting her know the abuse was not her fault. Professional support from a therapist trained in child trauma, often using trauma-focused CBT or play therapy, helps her process what happened at her own pace while rebuilding her sense of safety and self-worth. Caregivers play a key role by being consistent, listening without pushing for details, managing their own reactions, and giving her small choices to regain a sense of control over her body and life. Medical care and legal steps should be handled with a trained advocate so they don’t cause further harm. With early support and a stable, caring environment, most children can heal over time and regain a sense of safety, trust, and normal childhood, even if the memory itself never fully disappears. Resources if you’re in South Africa: Childline SA: 0800 055 555 - 24/7, free, confidential Tears Foundation: 010 590 5920 - SMS *HELP to 32368 Rape Crisis SA: Has centers in Cape Town, Gauteng, offering counseling and advocacy WhatsApp us on: 068 102 4094 and follow our channel Subscribe to our YouTube Channel to see our full interviews: @inspireelsiesradio TikTok: Inspireelsiesradio1 www.inspireelsiesradio.co.za Download our app on Google Play and the App Store.