"...survivors, like you sharing their truth is what is needed to educate people and put a stop to grooming and sexual abuse.
"...survivors, like you sharing their truth is what is needed to educate people and put a stop to grooming and sexual abuse.
Bob Williams and Landon Dickeson
February 26, 2026 @ 2pm EST
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Robert "Bob" Williams – Founder and CEO Bob Williams is the Founder and CEO of Ranch Hands Rescue. After suffering a stroke in 2007, Bob decided to retire from Motorola. After a year of rehabilitation, he decided to start a not-for-profit organization that would save animals and help people. In 2008, Ranch Hands Rescue was born, and a farm animal sanctuary for animals with special needs was established. In 2010, the Ranch Hands Rescue Counseling Program was started. Bob's vision was to partner abused and neglected animals with individuals by using Equine and Animal Assisted Counseling in an effort to help individuals who don't respond to traditional therapy. His counseling program is the only program in the country that partners abused and neglected animals in mental health therapy. Bob's passion is helping innocent victims, especially children, who require a nontraditional approach to uncovering severe trauma. He assembled a team of counseling experts who are highly trained and certified in trauma and PTSD to be another resource in our community to help individuals who are suffering and see no hope. RHR fills a special niche in mental health counseling services community in that we specialize in treating the more complex trauma cases, such as victims of multiple abuses by multiple perpetrators and people not making progress in their current treatment programs. Bob and Ranch Hands Rescue have been featured in over 220 TV and news stories including Animal Planet, Time Magazine, Fox Worldwide News, USA Today, CNN, Good Morning America and National Geographic. Bob recently announced plans to open the first safe house for young men 18-24 who have been sex trafficked. Bob's House of Hope will be the first in the country to do this. Ranch Hands Rescue is currently working on a National Education Program to educate the public that boys are sex trafficked too. Ranch Hands Rescue has 2 locations. One in Argyle, Texas and one in Denton, Texas and serves the entire Metroplex. Bobs personal story as a survivor of rape, addiction, homelessness, and his story of rebuilding his life along with his passion for helping others is why Ranch Hands Rescue continues to grow. 5 Time Emmy Winner Doris Roberts said “He was one of the most incredible speakers I have ever heard, his honesty and his passion is contagious. His journey needs to be heard by everyone who has struggled with sexual abuse, rape, or addiction. I think he is amazing, and I am proud to be his friend.”
Landon Dickeson, MS, LPC, C-DBT, is an accomplished mental health professional with over a decade of experience in the field. He serves as the Executive Director for Ranch Hands Rescue and Bob’s House of Hope. Landon has worked with thousands of trauma survivors, and this vast experience has driven his passion to create treatment programs for those with complex PTSD. Landon graduated from the University of North Texas with a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, after which he obtained state licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor. Landon has experience working with high-risk youth, dual diagnosis, suicide loss, sexual assault/abuse trauma, Veteran trauma, and male victims of Commercial Sexual Exploitation (CSE). He has been trained in Crisis Intervention, Risk of Harm Assessment, EMDR, Equine and Animal Assisted Counseling, DBT, TBRI, TF-CBT, Psychological First Aid, and more. Landon’s passion for education led him to create several trainings to increase understanding of complex trauma, sex trafficking, and overlooked populations. His speaking engagements have included the JuST Conference, TNOYS Conference, DFPS Conference, Humanymal International Conference, numerous webinars, local events, and news stories. Landon also helped launch the first state- and nationwide billboard campaign, called #BoysToo, to educate the public about the sex trafficking of males. After years of treating sexual abuse and trafficking victims, Landon helped create the first safe house program in the country for male victims of sex trafficking, Bob’s House of Hope.
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Lily Sanders Tese
Mary Jo Ross
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Gina Cavallo
Becky Perkins
John-Michael Lander (Flipping the Script)
Cheryl Hunter
Ronald Howie
Dr. Kelli Palfy
Ena Lucia Mariaca Pacheco
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Dale Lykins
Lori Klens
Amy B. Chesler
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Date: Tursday, March 19, 2026
3:00 - 4:30 pm EST
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Three survivors reunite two years after filming a candid conversation about their experiences. What is their message for survivors today?
In 2024, three adult survivors on different paths and from different states gathered in-person for an unscripted conversation about their survivorship. Their candid reflections resulted in a unique resource called “Conversations with Survivors,” an 8-minute video that powerfully captures the essence of struggle, survival, and hope. Now, these amazing survivors – Wendy, Melanie, and John-Michael – are reuniting virtually to talk about their experience being part of this video project, how their lives have changed in the past two years, their thoughts on survivor leadership, and their hopes for their future and for all survivors. Join us for this powerful conversation!
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Date: May 19-20, 2026; Bismark, ND
31:8 Project - North Dakota Human Trafficking Education - 31:8 Project
Human trafficking is a hidden crisis that can touch any community. At 31:8 Project, our mission is to equip and challenge society to proactively address this urgent issue. As a community-driven nonprofit, we empower people to recognize and respond by educating, advocating, and raising awareness through dynamic workshops, regional summits, and customized presentations. We also walk alongside survivors, amplifying their strength through our Survivor Mentorship program, and bring comfort and hope to at-risk youth with Bravery Backpacks filled with necessities – addressing the immediate physical and emotional needs of children rescued from harm. Everyone has a role to play: join us in this mission. Contact 31:8 Project today to learn more or schedule a customized presentation, and help build a community where dignity, hope, and freedom prevail.
I flipped the script and interviewed Celene Beth Oslen on her podcast.
https://survivorspace.shorthandstories.com/common-phrases/index.html
Streamed live on Sep 2, 2023 HOUSE TALK PREGAME w/Dr. Lauren Pitts & Ronnie Ransome, Jr.
PREDATORY GROOMING IN SPORTS! Guest(s): John-Michael Lander Overtime, the inappropriate comes to feel normal. Grooming and abuse can occur at any level in any sport, whether that's with amateur players or elite athletes. Although most people think of children as being groomed, anyone at any age can be a victim of grooming. It’s Episode 131 on HT and you don’t want to miss a powerful and information packed lineup with Hosts – Sports Family Therapist Dr. Lauren Pitts and former Scholar-Athlete & Licensed Professional Counselor, Ronnie Ransome, Jr., with special guest former Olympic diving contender and sexual abuse survivor – John Michael Lander. Tune in to hear the HT Pregame discussion Saturday, September 2, 2023, at 11 am on YouTube, Facebook, Apple Podcast and Spotify! Don’t forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel in case you miss us live!
(273) HOUSE TALK PREGAME w/Dr. Lauren Pitts & Ronnie Ransome, Jr. - Season 4 Episode 131 - YouTube
Survivor's Stories with Shawn Attwood
(273) 14 Year-Old Athlete’s Life Shattered Survivor John-Michael Lander - YouTube
Amy B. Chesler
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What Came Next:
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APRIL 23, 2023 2:40 PM EDT
I was quoted in this article.
Congress Re-Introduces to Fight Online Child Sexual Abuse | Time
I have the honor to contribute the following content to
SurvivorSpace SurvivorSpace - A Safe Place for Survivors of Sexual Abuse to Heal
Videos:
· John-Michael Lander’s Story
John-Michael's Story - Survivor Space
(81) SurvivorSpace: John-Michael Lander's Story - YouTube
· Predatory Internet Grooming
What is Predatory Internet Grooming? - Survivor Space
(81) SurvivorSpace: Predatory Internet Grooming (John-Michael Lander) - YouTube
· Male Trauma Bonding
What is Male Trauma Bonding? - Survivor Space
(81) SurvivorSpace: Male Trauma Bonding (John-Michael Lander) - YouTube
· The Challenge of Forgiveness
The Challenges of Forgiveness - Survivor Space
(87) SurvivorSpace: The Challenges of Forgiveness (John-Michael Lander) - YouTube
Articles:
· Breaking the Mirror: Understanding and Overcoming Male Body Dysmorphic Disorder--with Dr. Viktor Paul Giangrasso
https://survivorspace.shorthandstories.com/breaking-the-mirror/index.html
· The Impact of Common Phrases and Jargon in Supporting Survivors of Sexual Abuse and Trafficking
https://survivorspace.shorthandstories.com/common-phrases/index.html
· Thought vs. Thinking: A Journey into the Depths of Self-Understanding
https://survivorspace.shorthandstories.com/thoughts-vs-thinking/index.html
· Stained Victory
https://survivorspace.shorthandstories.com/stained-victory/index.html
· Fear Causes Closed Mindedness
https://survivorspace.shorthandstories.com/fear-causes-closed-mindedness/index.html
· Self-Revictimization
https://survivorspace.shorthandstories.com/self-revictimization/index.html
· Owning Your Story
Owning Your Story (shorthandstories.com)
· Who Are We?
Who Are We? (shorthandstories.com)
· To Tell or Not to Tell: That is the Question
To Tell or Not to Tell: That is the Question (shorthandstories.com)
· Therapy: Each survivor’s experience is unique, and so is their healing journey
Therapy (shorthandstories.com)
https://survivorspace.shorthandstories.com/therapy/index.html
· “Forgiveness”
Forgiveness (shorthandstories.com)
· “Pets & Sexual Abuse Survival”
Pets & Sexual Abuse Survivors (shorthandstories.com)
· “Survivors’ Long-Term Effects of Inflammation due to Negative Self-Talk”
Survivors’ Long-Term Effects of Inflammation due to Negative Self-Talk (shorthandstories.com)
· “Male Trauma Bonding”
Male Trauma Bonding (shorthandstories.com)
· “Child Sexual Abuse, Gender Identity, and Sexual Orientation Crisis for Males”
Child Sexual Abuse, Gender Identity, and Sexual Orientation Crisis for Males (shorthandstories.com)
· “Predatory Grooming Trifecta”
The Predatory Grooming Trifecta© (shorthandstories.com)
· Dysregulation & Male Survivors
Dysregulation & Male Survivors (shorthandstories.com)
· Dissociation & Male Survivors
Dissociation & Male Survivors (shorthandstories.com)
· My Story
My Story (shorthandstories.com)
· Predatory Internet Grooming
Predatory Internet Grooming (shorthandstories.com)
· Why Men Don’t Report Sexual Abuse: One Survivor’s Perspective
Why Men Don't Report Sexual Abuse (shorthandstories.com)
· Survivor’s Long-Term Effects of Inflammation due to Negative Self-Talk
Survivors’ Long-Term Effects of Inflammation due to Negative Self-Talk (shorthandstories.com)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G4KxcHettQ0
This short documentary was created by the award winning director, Barbara McCabe for the Cheryl Hunter Group cherylhunter.com
John-Michael Lander met with NBC4 to talk about how parents are the only line of defense for a child athlete. He explained lies predators will tell parents and coaches, and crucial decisions parents face as they weigh their child's specialness against red-flag warnings.
