For *Sarah*, this news dredged up a haunting memory from her past. Growing up, her father had worked in a chemical plant that had a similar incident, leading to his untimely death and causing the family significant hardship. This unexpected news brought it all back, causing her to relive those painful memories.

Feeling overwhelmed, *Sarah* decided to take action to manage her emotions. She came across the Stepping Into Action program by Hofman & Hollis, which offered online resources for people dealing with trauma and grief. She began to follow the materials from the program, hoping to find a path to healing.

*Sarah* found herself immersing in the program, steadily working through the sessions. 'I felt a sense of direction and purpose that I hadn't felt in years,' *Sarah* said, describing her experience with the program.

Experts in trauma recovery praised the effectiveness of online support programs, citing their convenience and accessibility. However, some critics argued that without face-to-face interaction, patients might struggle to form meaningful connections, potentially hindering their progress.

In the end, the unexpected news had inadvertently steered *Sarah* towards a path of recovery. Despite the lack of local resources, the online program proved to be a lifeline. It was clear that getting help, even from a distance, was a stepping stone towards her healing journey.

*Sarah Johnson* is a fictional name and situation used for the purpose of this story.

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* Names and situations are fictional and not intended to resemble anyone in particular. They are illustrative of how the services can apply to the lives of every day people living ordinary lives.