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Need Post-Abortion Healing?
Has involvement in an abortion left you feeling loss, grief, guilt, worthlessness?
You are not alone. Such problems are common. (Click here for a list of warning signs)
Scientific studies show that abortion can be a traumatic experience, causing emotional and spiritual problems. Some feel immediate pain. For some who felt relief after an abortion problems may not surface until years later.
These problems affect not only the woman, but the father, grandparents, relatives, friends, and medical personnel.
Project Rachel offers help, healing
 For more than 20 years Project Rachel has provided confidential, nonjudgmental healing for women and men affected by abortion. It helps you identify and express your feelings in a healthy, healing manner in an individual or a group setting. If you choose, a priest or clergy member may be involved in this process.
Project Rachel welcomes all, regardless of faith and income. Fees are based on ability to pay. Insurance may apply.
If abortion has affected you or someone you know has, please contact Catholic Charities for help at one of our offices.
The Story of Our Name
The name Project Rachel is rooted in the Old Testament woman Rachel, a mother who wept inconsolably over the loss of her child.God assured her that her cries had been heard, and that there was hope for her future.
Vicki Thorn founded Project Rachel in 1984 through Catholic Social Services and the Respect Life Office of the Archdiocese of Milwaukee. Today, Project Rachel is active in 150 U.S Catholic dioceses and dioceses in other countries.
Warning Signs of Post-Abortion Trauma
Symptoms commonly experienced after an abortion include:
- A sense of loss or emptiness
- Intense grief/sadness
- Depression/suicidal thoughts
- Guilt/remorse/regret
- Inability to forgive yourself and others
- Anxiety
- Anger/rage
- Emotional numbness
- Shame and fear of others finding out
- Isolation/withdrawal
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- Abuse of alcohol/drugs/other
- Sleeplessness/nightmares/flashbacks
- Preoccupation with the aborted baby
- Discomfort around or keen interest in babies and children
- Preoccupation with becoming pregnant again or not wanting children
- Difficulty in relationships
- Fear of God's punishment
- Spiritual void
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We Can Help
Counselors at Catholic Charities are state certified and specialize in post-abortion counseling. One of our professionals can help you understand the impact of your abortion, and help you process the feelings you are experiencing.
Accredited and Certified
  Catholic Charities is nationally accredited by the Council of Services for Family and Children. It is also a state certified mental health clinic.
Counseling is accredited by the Council of Accreditation (COA). Accreditation from the Council on Accreditation for Family and Children’s Agencies ensures that Catholic Charities operates under the highest professional standards and best practices.
Costs and Payment Options
Costs of Catholic Charities services are supported by the Bishop's Appeal, governmental contracts, United Way contributions, grants, bequests, donations and fees. Any service fees charged to clients are based on ability to pay; some services are covered by insurance.
Contact Us
For additional information contact Catholic Charities at:
The Green Bay Diocese
(920) 272-8234
Toll-free: 1-877-500-3580 ext. 8234
E-mail
(Catholic Charities main page)
(Mental Health Services page)
(Family/Marriage/Relationships page)
(Catholic Diocese of Green Bay home page)
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