As the only surviving victim of Chicago serial killer Andrew Urdiales, Jennifer knows firsthand the aftermath of living through a life-threatening experience. She continues to be an advocate for the victims who cannot speak for themselves and strives to speak on behalf of mental health awareness. She suffers from extreme PTSD, OCD, bipolar disorder, and debilitating anxiety. Through forgiveness and self-love, Jennifer has regained control of her life and has learned to accept and love herself as she is. When not journaling or helping advise PTSD survivors, Jennifer spends her time taking college courses and reading self-improvement books. She also loves to go on adventures with her support dog Wesley.
Jennifer has been featured on many media outlets including I Survived, 48 Hours, and The Dr. Oz Show.
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If you or someone you know is struggling with PTSD or involved in an abusive situation, please use the following resources:
Suicide And Crisis
The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention provides referrals to support groups, mental health professionals, resources on loss and suicide prevention information. Phone: (888) 333-2377
The National Domestic Violence Hotline provides 24/7 crisis intervention, safety planning and information on domestic violence. Phone: (800) 799-7233
The Suicide Prevention Lifeline connects callers to trained crisis counselors 24/7. They also provide a chat function on their website. Phone: (800) 273-8255
Mental Health Conditions
The Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA) provides information on prevention, treatment and symptoms of anxiety, depression and related conditions. Phone: (240) 485-1001
The Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (CHADD) provides information and referrals on ADHD, including local support groups. Phone: (800) 233-4050
The Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA) provides information on bipolar disorder and depression, offers in-person and online support groups and forums. Phone: (800) 826-3632
The International OCD Foundation provides information on OCD and treatment referrals. Phone: (617) 973-5801
The Schizophrenia and Related Disorders Alliance of America (SARDAA) maintains the Schizophrenia Anonymous programs, which are self-help groups and are now available as toll free teleconferences. Phone: (240) 423-9432
The Sidran Institute helps people understand, manage and treat trauma and dissociation; maintains a helpline for information and referrals. Phone: (410) 825-8888
TARA (Treatment and Research Advancements for Borderline Personality Disorder) offers a referral center for information, support, education and treatment options for BPD. Phone: (888) 482-7227
1 Judith Lewis Herman, Trauma and Recovery (New York: Basic Books, 2015), p. 110
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