Tessa grew up in the world of rock music as the stepdaughter of BoDeans founder Kurt Neumann. Now a mother and advocate, Tessa shares the story of how she was targeted, groomed, and abused by her stepfather's bandmate when she was just nine years old. After the extreme backlash and publicity her story received, Tessa knows just how powerful the words "I believe you" can be.

Show notes:
Listen to Tessa's podcast "Strong" here.
Follow Tessa on Instagram.
Follow the Strong Podcast on Instagram.
Read the article where Tessa first shared her story with the public.
Learn more about the Elizabeth Smart Foundation's We Believe You campaign.

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