Through gripping honesty, RISING ABOVE - The Trauma of Abuse sheds light on the tumultuous journey through abuse that June Sheehan Berlinger experienced as a child, then later in her marriage. ​​​
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In addition to being a victim herself, Berlinger also faced the horror of watching her sons endure abuse from their father. Although each of them suffered different types of abuse that occurred over years, the impact was devastating and the cumulative effect was undeniable.
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​​The effects of domestic violence on children is vastly understated, at best. All children who live in an abusive home are victims and they suffer immeasurably, even if they are never physically hurt. These children need therapy and support to end the cycle of abuse.
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RISING ABOVE is a must read for anyone who teaches or works with children. It provides raw personal insight into the world of children living with domestic violence and child abuse. The book also provides resources to help children living with abuse.
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Tom and June in 2024.
June and her two sons, Michael and Thomas in 1996.
Thomas and daughter Maddie in 2007.
Thomas and his daughter, Maddie. Photo taken in 2007.Thomas is an easy-to-read font, with tall and narrow letters, that works well on almost every site.
Michael and daughers, Sunna Mist and Isabel Dis in 2025.
A Family's Journey of abuse and their fight to survive