Tag Archives: United States Coast Guard

Why So Many People Can’t Believe and Support Trauma Survivors

Posted on March 11, 2026 by Shay Seaborne, CPTSD

Recently, I encountered significant opposition after I posted about the sexual assault committed against me by a member of the US Coast Guard (USCG). The attack had clearly been set up, and it was obvious to me that it was … Continue reading →

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Smile for the Camera: The Coast Guard Trophy Photo as a Setup For Coasties to Sexually Assault Civilians

Posted on March 3, 2026 by Shay Seaborne, CPTSD

Sailing was the only place my nervous system could reliably settle. Having experienced severe childhood sexual abuse, I was not suited to the conventional structure of work and a conventional life. Sailing provided me with regulation, purpose, and survival. I … Continue reading →

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A Lion at My Neck: The Coast Guard’s Sexual Assault Crisis Demands Urgent Reform

Posted on March 3, 2025 by Shay Seaborne, CPTSD

When the US Coast Guard towed my disabled sailboat 8 years ago today, I encountered a predator within the ranks. My experience underscores a systemic failure: the military’s persistent inability to address sexualized violence, protect survivors, and hold perpetrators accountable. … Continue reading →

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