"Marie's" Story
Age 9, Juanita Park

Hear Carolina Castaño, MS — PCA’s Lead Forensic Interview Specialist —
describe PCA’s interview process and how we create safe spaces for children.

Two summers ago, the Robinson family was preparing for their annual family reunion
and they noticed their daughter, Marie, growing more and more anxious as the weekend grew closer.

When the family pulled out of the driveway, Marie began to panic. She finally admitted that her 25-year-old cousin had been sexually abusing her over the past few years and she knew she would have to see him. It overwhelmed her with terror.

The Robinsons thought their world and their lives were shattered. Until they visited PCA.

Today, Marie is thriving — enjoying school and comforted that she has PCA’s support and resources by her side.