"Asking for help is usually the hardest thing a person has to do," Rachel assured calmly. She moved over to right in front of Stephanie and then sat on thin air to be at the same eye level with her.

"What happened to you is not your fault. I will give you all the assistance you need. As will all of the staff at Xavier's. You're also stronger than you know at the moment." She offered her hands, palms up to her.