Known and Trusted

In this deeply moving episode of Known and Trusted , Anna Sonoda, LCSW sits down with a loving father whose daughter was groomed by the person families are told to rely on-a school resource officer. What follows is an honest, generous, and at times heartbreaking conversation about how trust can be used as a tool for access, and how grooming hides in plain sight inside systems parents assume are sa...

In this episode of "Known and Trusted," Anna Sonoda, LCSW, delves into the critical topic of grooming for child sexual abuse, emphasizing that it is a calculated recruitment process rather than a random act. Anna shares insights on how predators select their targets by studying families and environments, and she offers practical advice for parents to make their families "bad prey." Through relatab...

In this compelling episode, Anna Sonoda, LCSW, engages in a heartfelt conversation with L, a mother who bravely shares her family's harrowing experience with clergy abuse. L recounts the early signs of weird behavior, the emotional turmoil, and the eventual confrontation that led to justice. Her story is a powerful testament to trusting one's instincts and the importance of speaking out. This epis...

In this powerful episode of "Known and Trusted," we delve into a personal story of resilience and healing. Our guest, K, shares their journey through a challenging childhood marked by neglect and learning disabilities, leading to a complex relationship with a teacher who crossed boundaries. Through candid reflections, K discusses the impact of grooming, the failures of the adults around them, and...