Understanding Childhood Trauma & Addictions

Shining a light on pain, healing, and hope

Ever wondered about the silent struggles many carry from childhood? You're not alone. Childhood trauma often lingers like a shadow, shaping our relationships, emotional responses, and even our health well into adulthood. When left unaddressed, it can contribute to a range of issues, including anxiety, depression, and addiction.

Join us for a powerful community event on Saturday, 28th June 2025, as we unpack the profound link between childhood trauma, addiction, and mental well-being. This is more than just a talk—it's a gathering of hearts and minds, committed to understanding, healing, and hope.

🗓️ Event Details

• Date: Saturday, 28th June 2025

• Time: 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM

• Venue: Rostrevor Baptist Church, 288 Montacute Road, Rostrevor SA

What to Expect

🎙️ Featuring Special Guest: Levi Kones
We’re honoured to welcome Levi Kones—author, speaker, and survivor—who shares his powerful message from There Are NO Useless Experiences. His story is a moving testament to resilience and transformation, and how personal pain can become a platform for purpose.

🧠 Trauma & Addiction: The Hidden Connection
Explore how unresolved childhood trauma often underpins patterns of substance abuse, compulsive behaviour, and emotional struggles. Our expert panellists—including psychologists, psychiatrists, chaplains, and trauma-informed practitioners—will share evidence-based insights and practical tools for healing.

💬 Real Stories, Real Courage
Hear from those who’ve walked the journey—brave individuals sharing their personal experiences of trauma and recovery. These stories will inspire, challenge, and offer hope.

🤝 Community & Support
Connect with others who understand your path. Whether you're personally impacted or supporting someone who is, you'll find a space of empathy, encouragement, and shared growth.

📚 Local Resources
Discover organisations and services in your local area that can support mental well-being and recovery. Access information that can make a meaningful difference in your life or someone else's.

❓ Ask the Experts
Have questions? Our interactive Q&A session gives you the chance to engage directly with our panellists, gaining insight and guidance from people who truly care.

Why You Should Come

Your presence matters. Whether you come to listen, to share, or to support, you are part of building a compassionate community where healing is possible and no one has to walk alone.

Together, let’s break the silence around trauma and addiction—and take steps toward healing, wholeness, and hope.

We look forward to welcoming you.