Podcasts about national sexual assault

Following the sudden death of Virginia Giuffre questions about what this means for Prince Andrew have started to surface. We look into Guiffre's lasting impact for victim-survivors and what happens now. Plus, a storm has erupted in the Australian food blogging community, with RecipeTin making serious allegations about recipe plagiarism against TikTok baker Brooki. And in headlines today a terrorism specialist will give evidence at the inquest into the Bondi stabbing attack today; Australian house prices continue to rise despite the economic uncertainty caused by Trumps trade tariffs; The woman accused of killing her in-laws with a deadly mushroom lunch has been accused of lying to police; Donald Trump believes the man his government wrongly deported to El Salvador had a gang tattoo on his knuckles despite being told the picture he was shown was photoshopped; Democracy sausages have expanded beyond Australia for the election this Saturday, with Aussie ex pats in New York and scientists in Antartica also enjoying the treat. If you or anyone you know needs expert help, please contact 1800 RESPECT (1800 737 732) — the National Sexual Assault, Domestic and Family Violence Counselling Service or contact Lifeline (13 11 14). If you are in immediate danger, call 000. THE END BITSSupport independent women's mediaCheck out The Quicky Instagram hereGET IN TOUCHShare your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at thequicky@mamamia.com.au CREDITS Hosts: Taylah Strano & Claire Murphy Guests: Cass Green, Mamamia Morning EditorAilish Delaney, Mamamia News Writer Executive Producer: Taylah Strano Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bittersweet farewell episode of Initiated Survivor, I reflect on the incredible journey this podcast has been and my gratitude for this amazing chapter in my life. Though the podcast is ending, my commitment to working with survivors continues through therapy, workshops, and professional trainings. I want to give a special thanks to all the courageous survivors and supporters who've contributed. As I move forward, my website drkelseyharper.com remains a resource for ongoing support and connection. Thank you for being part of this journey. Watch the Full Video Podcast Here! TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 — Intro 00:09 — Finale of Initiated Survivor 00:49 — The Journey of Initiated Survivor 01:36 — Growth and Authenticity 03:35 — Building Community 04:34 — Achievements and Recognition 05:39 — Future Plans and Gratitude 06:14 — Stay in Touch! Topics/Triggers: · Survivors · Trauma Recovery · Community · Growth · Grief · Therapy · Healing ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ If you took anything away from today's podcast, please share it with someone who may need to hear it. And if you really want to support the podcast please give us a rate/review. If you or anyone you know is suffering through trauma contact the National Sexual Assault hotline at 1-800-656-4673 or online for 24/7 support. (This podcast is not a replacement for psychotherapy or mental health care. You can obtain a referral for mental health care provider from your primary care physician, or search on Psychology Today's Find a Therapist directory) Find more Initiated Survivor content here and on Instagram!

We can’t ignore the number of domestic violence related crimes carried out across Australia this year. For a lot of women, domestic violence has left them with nothing; no home, no financial stability, and unfortunately in a growing number of cases, no life. Leaving a domestic violence situation can be terrifying, overwhelming and often there are so many moving parts, it can be hard to know where to start. In today’s episode we’ve collated a list of practical things you need to remember before what can be one of the most dangerous, important moments of your life. If you or anyone you know needs to speak with an expert, please contact 1800 RESPECT (1800 737 732) — the National Sexual Assault, Domestic and Family Violence Counselling Service. If you are in immediate danger, call 000. Mamamia is a charity partner of RizeUp Australia, a Queensland-based organisation that helps women and families move on after the devastation of domestic violence. If you would like to support their mission to deliver life-changing and practical support to these families when they need it most, you can donate here. THE END BITS Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here Liked this episode? Mamamia is curating 100 hours of summer listening. Check it out here GET IN TOUCH Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at thequicky@mamamia.com.au CREDITS Host: Claire Murphy With thanks to: Caroline Wall, Head of Customer Vulnerability at Commbank & Spokesperson for Next Chapter Nicolle Edwards, CEO of RizeUp Australia Executive Producer: Taylah Strano Audio Producers: Thom LionBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I have a wonderful conversation with Michelle Hirschman of Hirschman Clinical Services on the topic of vicarious trauma among helping professionals. Michelle shares her extensive experience working with a team of mobile coaches who assist clients with chronic mental health issues, eating disorders, and substance abuse. We discuss the importance of recognizing signs of burnout and the unique supports Michelle's organization offers to therapists and the recovery treatment community. Additionally, Michelle introduces her initiative to integrate holistic healing modalities for both clients and professionals. We also emphasize the significance of maintaining self-care and resilience in the face of professional challenges. Watch the Full Video Podcast Here! TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 — Intro 00:49 — About Hirschman Clinical Services 02:46 — Challenges in the Field: Vicarious Trauma and Burnout 09:26 — Holistic Healing Approaches 29:38 — Professional Support and Community 32:08 — Conclusion and Final Thoughts ★ Connect with Michelle Hirschman ★ · Visit the Hirschman Clinical Services Website · Follow @hirschmanclinicalservices on Instagram Topics/Triggers: · Vicarious Trauma · Suicide · EMDR · Burnout · Holistic Healing · Addiction · Eating Disorders ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ If you took anything away from today's podcast, please share it with someone who may need to hear it. And if you really want to support the podcast please give us a rate/review. If you or anyone you know is suffering through trauma contact the National Sexual Assault hotline at 1-800-656-4673 or online for 24/7 support. (This podcast is not a replacement for psychotherapy or mental health care. You can obtain a referral for mental health care provider from your primary care physician, or search on Psychology Today's Find a Therapist directory) Find more Initiated Survivor content here and on Instagram!

On the same radio station that Alan Jones wielded his extraordinary power, his arrest played out live on air. Just after 8am, during the middle of his old radio spot, investigative journalist Kate McClymont broke the news that the former broadcaster - who was the most successful and feared of his time - was in the custody of police.  McClymont, whose work sparked the police investigation, revealed in our mastheads last year that the controversial broadcaster allegedly indecently assaulted, groped or inappropriately touched multiple young men. Today, Kate McClymont brings us the latest on this significant development and what happens from here. And just a warning, this episode contains descriptions of alleged sexual assault. Support is available from the National Sexual Assault, Domestic and Family Violence Counselling Service (1800RESPECT) on 1800 737 732.  Subscribe to The Age & SMH: https://subscribe.smh.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the same radio station that Alan Jones wielded his extraordinary power, his arrest played out live on air. Just after 8am, during the middle of his old radio spot, investigative journalist Kate McClymont broke the news that the former broadcaster - who was the most successful and feared of his time - was in the custody of police.  McClymont, whose work sparked the police investigation, revealed in our mastheads last year that the controversial broadcaster allegedly indecently assaulted, groped or inappropriately touched multiple young men. Today, Kate McClymont brings us the latest on this significant development and what happens from here. And just a warning, this episode contains descriptions of alleged sexual assault. Support is available from the National Sexual Assault, Domestic and Family Violence Counselling Service (1800RESPECT) on 1800 737 732.  Subscribe to The Age & SMH: https://subscribe.smh.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode, I welcome back Meghan Goode, a fellow therapist and survivor, to discuss the intricate overlap between professional lives and personal traumas as therapists. We explore the concept of the 'wounded healer' and emphasize the importance of continuous self-care and therapy for professionals exposed to trauma. Meghan shares her journey, highlighting how her own traumatic experiences fueled her career shift, and her approach to EMDR and DBT therapy. We also discuss the challenges of vicarious trauma, the power of genuine therapist-client connections, and the impactful ripple effects of survivor stories. TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 — Intro 03:53 — The Wounded Healer 06:28 — Types of Therapy & Personal Healing 15:08 — The Power of Self-Disclosure 18:34 — Impact of Public Figures and Advocacy 27:10 — Honoring Survivors and Continuing the Mission 29:48 — Building Community for Survivors ★ Connect with Meghan Goode ★ · Visit Meghan's Website here · Listen to Initiated Survivor: Survivor to Warrior with Meghan Goode Topics/Triggers: · Rape · DBT · Trauma · Vicarious Trauma · EMDR · Mindfulness · PTSD · Sexual Abuse · Sexual Assault · Suicide · Bullying ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ If you took anything away from today's podcast, please share it with someone who may need to hear it. And if you really want to support the podcast please give us a rate/review. If you or anyone you know is suffering through trauma contact the National Sexual Assault hotline at 1-800-656-4673 or online for 24/7 support. (This podcast is not a replacement for psychotherapy or mental health care. You can obtain a referral for mental health care provider from your primary care physician, or search on Psychology Today's Find a Therapist directory) Find more Initiated Survivor content here and on Instagram!

How far is someone willing to go to achieve fame? It turns out, attending an infamous Diddy party might be where we draw the line.  In our exclusive interview with Erika Kramer, we'll hear about her close encounter with the fallen star as he promised her a shot at fame by way of his reality tv show. With allegations against Sean 'Diddy' Combs stacking up every week, we've got a glance into his world in today's episode.  If you or anyone you know needs expert help, please contact 1800 RESPECT (1800 737 732) — the National Sexual Assault, Domestic and Family Violence Counselling Service. If you are in immediate danger, call 000. THE END BITS Subscribe to Mamamia Check out The Quicky Instagram here Liked this episode? Listen to these: Sean "Diddy" Combs: Everything We Know Diddy Pleads Not Guilty What Did Diddy Do? Jackie O Just Started The Rehab Conversation Australia Had To Have What We've Finally Learned About Lilie James' Killer Join the Month of MOVEGet $30 off a Mamamia subscription and get unlimited access to our feel-good exercise app. Head here to get a yearly subscription for just $39.  GET IN TOUCH Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at thequicky@mamamia.com.au CREDITS Host: Claire Murphy With thanks to: Erika Kramer, Author of Becoming Magnetic Executive Producer: Taylah Strano  Audio Producer: Tegan Sadler Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

So, new photos of The Bear stars Jeremy Allen White and Molly Gordon have made their way into our lives and we need to discuss this extremely low stakes celebrity development.And with the release of a new documentary titled Chris Brown: A History of Violence, new sexual assault allegations have emerged against the musician, and this story plays a part in the ongoing Sean “Diddy” Combs case.Now we need to deep dive into Chris Brown's real history, because there are many disturbing facts that the headlines have missed.THE END BITSListen to previous episodes of The Spill on Sean 'Diddy' Combs: 1. The Disturbing New Sean 'Diddy' Combs Allegations Are Hooked On Two A-List Celebrities2. Where The Sean Combs, Kanye West And Beyoncé Allegations Go From Here3. The Unexpected Celebrity Names Involved In The New Sean 'Diddy' Combs Allegations4. All The Celebrities Involved In The P Diddy AllegationsIf you or anyone you know needs to speak with an expert, please contact 1800 RESPECT (1800 737 732) — the National Sexual Assault, Domestic and Family Violence Counselling Service. If you are in immediate danger, call 000.Listen to The Spill episode: The Best True Crime Documentaries Of All Time (That You Haven't Watched Yet), here. Listen to more episodes of The Spill here. Find The Spill podcast on Instagram here.  Subscribe to Mamamia GET IN TOUCH:Do you have feedback or a topic you want us to discuss on The Spill? Send us a voice message, or send us an email thespill@mamamia.com.au and we'll come back to you ASAP! WANT MORE?If you're looking for something else to listen to why not check out our hilarious and seriously unhelpful podcast The Baby Bubble hosted by Clare and Jessie Stephens.Or click here to listen to the hosts of Mamamia Out Loud open up about creativity and how they stay inspired. Subscribe to The Spill Newsletter by clicking here.Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia... here.   CREDITS Hosts: Laura Brodnik & Em VernemExecutive Producer: Kimberley Braddish  Audio Producer: Scott Stronach Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.   Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, I have Kelly Johnson, a writer, public speaker, and community engagement professional back on the podcast to discuss the concept of the 'palatable victim' within sexual violence narratives. We talk about societal and cultural expectations that define a 'palatable' victim, contrasting these with the reality faced by many survivors. We also highlight the struggles survivors face in being believed and heard, emphasizing the need to support all survivors regardless of these biases. TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 — Intro 00:24 — Defining the Palatable Victim 02:09 — Public Perception and Reporting 05:39 — Navigating the Justice System 08:55 — Societal Reactions and Victim Blaming 11:50 — Impact of Public Allegations 18:46 — Survivor Reactions and Misconceptions 23:59 — Privilege and Survivorship 30:48 — The Importance of Advocacy ★ Connect with Kelly Johnson ★ · Listen to Initiated Survivor: The far-reaching effects of trauma with Kelly Johnson · Learn About Writers for Hope created by Kelly Johnson · Follow @writersforhope on Instagram Topics/Triggers: · Rape · Sexual Violence · Palatable Victim · Strangulation · Violence · Victim Blaming ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ If you took anything away from today's podcast, please share it with someone who may need to hear it. And if you really want to support the podcast please give us a rate/review. If you or anyone you know is suffering through trauma contact the National Sexual Assault hotline at 1-800-656-4673 or online for 24/7 support. (This podcast is not a replacement for psychotherapy or mental health care. You can obtain a referral for mental health care provider from your primary care physician, or search on Psychology Today's Find a Therapist directory) Find more Initiated Survivor content here and on Instagram!

This episode, I welcome back Justine Cross, a BDSM consultant and dominatrix, and Rena Martine, an intimacy coach and former deputy district attorney to the podcast. Justine and Rena share their expertise in creating safe, shame-free spaces for trauma survivors to explore their sexuality. We explore the concepts of trauma-informed sexual practices, importance of consent, and taking gradual steps in intimate encounters post-trauma. We also discuss frequently asked listener questions, such as how to navigate sexual experiences post-trauma, and emphasize gradual exposure, communication, and understanding one's own desires as pathways to healing and enjoyable intimate experiences. Watch the Full Video Podcast Here! TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 — Intro 01:14 — Meet Justine Cross & Rena Martine 02:24 — Understanding Trauma-Informed Sexuality 03:29 — Practical Steps for Trauma-Informed Practices 04:57 — Creating Safe Spaces for Exploration 06:44 — The Importance of Consent and Communication 07:54 — Finding Community and Support 10:14 — Taking the First Steps Towards Healing 16:03 — AD: Trauma Resourcing Skills Workshop & Trauma Informed Intimacy Skills Workshop 18:23 — Addressing Common Concerns and Questions 25:56 — The Value of Sexual Exploration and Play 38:45 — Keep up with Rena and Justine! ★ Connect with Justine Cross ★ · Connect with Justine Here · Learn More About Dungeon East · Follow Justine on IG @thejustinecross · Watch Justine's Work on YouTube · Listen to Initiated Survivor: Mistress Justine Cross on Consent, Kink Communities, and BDSM ★ Connect with Rena Martine ★ · Connect with Rena Here · The Sex You Want by Rena Martine · Follow Rena on IG @rena.martine · The Sex Drive Reset: Free Audio Guide Topics/Triggers: · Intimacy · Trauma-informed Intimacy · Sex Crimes · Intimacy Coaching · Trauma Survivors · Sex Work · Trauma Therapy · BDSM · Sexual Abuse · Rape · Spousal Rape ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ If you took anything away from today's podcast, please share it with someone who may need to hear it. And if you really want to support the podcast please give us a rate/review. If you or anyone you know is suffering through trauma contact the National Sexual Assault hotline at 1-800-656-4673 or online for 24/7 support. (This podcast is not a replacement for psychotherapy or mental health care. You can obtain a referral for mental health care provider from your primary care physician, or search on Psychology Today's Find a Therapist directory) Find more Initiated Survivor content here and on Instagram!

Support is available from the National Sexual Assault, Domestic Family Violence Counselling Service at 1800 RESPECT (1800 737 732). In this special episode of No Hair Just Finance, we confront the devastating epidemic of violence against women, an issue that demands urgent action. We reflect on the tragic loss of Natalie Galcsik, a loving mother of five, whose life was taken by her husband in late September. Through this heartbreaking story, we explore the profound impact of domestic violence on families and communities, while asking a critical question—are the government's current initiatives enough to protect those at risk?  Joining us for this important discussion are two remarkable guests. Simone Allan, the founder of the Women's Resilience Centre, shares her insights on how this vital organisation is working to support survivors and foster long-term healing. We are also honoured to speak with Lisa McAdams, an extraordinary individual who has overcome domestic violence and now uses her voice to inspire change. As a survivor and author of two books on the topic, Lisa brings both personal experience and deep expertise to the conversation.  This episode aims to raise awareness, spark meaningful dialogue, and push for real change to prevent future tragedies. Simone Alan: https://www.womensresiliencecentre.com.au/ Lisa McAdams: https://safespaceworkplace.com/  Jean-Pierre (JP) is a distinguished co-founder of the SLA Group of companies, with over two decades of expertise in lending and banking. His journey is defined by spearheading intricate commercial transactions within the organisation. JP's extensive portfolio covers a wide range of lending transactions, including substantial commercial investment loans, leverage deals, structured equipment finance, and construction loans, some exceeding $750 million. In summary, Jean-Pierre is a luminary in commercial lending, celebrated for his leadership, extensive experience, and a record of accolades that reflects his unwavering commitment to excellence. With his recent awards in 2023, he continues to set the standard in the industry. https://www.linkedin.com/in/jpgortan/ His journey, marked by both business failures and personal successes, has forged him into a passionate individual with resilience and determination at his core. Notably, Dino established National Finance Brokers Day in 2015, further reflecting his dedication to raising awareness in the finance industry. For more information, please visit the website at:  https://www.nationalfinancebrokersday.com.au https://www.linkedin.com/in/dinopacellaofficial/ https://www.instagram.com/dinopacellaofficial/ https://www.facebook.com/dinopacellaofficial/ https://nationalfinancebrokersday.com.au/ Podcast Producer: https://piccolopodcasts.com.au/

In this episode, I talk about vicarious trauma and its similarities to burnout. I will cover what vicarious trauma is, symptoms, and real-life examples of vicarious trauma in helping professionals. I'll also share the importance of recognizing and addressing vicarious trauma to prevent the development of chronic PTSD. I'll discuss systemic factors contributing to vicarious trauma and the impact on personal and professional lives. You can look forward to future episodes, where I will share strategies for alleviating vicarious trauma and fostering community support. Watch the Full Video Podcast Here! 00:00 — Intro 00:12 — Connecting with Survivor-Focused Content 01:16 — Understanding Vicarious Trauma 06:11 — Symptoms of Vicarious Trauma 08:40 — Impact on Personal and Professional Life 10:32 — Managing Vicarious Trauma 16:24 — AD: Fall Workshops 28:10 — Challenges in the Helping Profession 30:59 — Survivor Therapists and Vicarious Trauma 33:59 — Conclusion and Future Content Topics/Triggers: · Vicarious Trauma · Burnout · Sexual Abuse · Trauma Focused CBT · PTSD · Child Sexual Abuse · Trauma Experience · Trauma Memory · Helplessness and Hopelessness · Addictions · Sexual Assault · Rape · Stalking ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ If you took anything away from today's podcast, please share it with someone who may need to hear it. And if you really want to support the podcast please give us a rate/review. If you or anyone you know is suffering through trauma contact the National Sexual Assault hotline at 1-800-656-4673 or online for 24/7 support. (This podcast is not a replacement for psychotherapy or mental health care. You can obtain a referral for mental health care provider from your primary care physician, or search on Psychology Today's Find a Therapist directory) Find more Initiated Survivor content here and on Instagram!

In this episode, we're shifting from gender-based violence to the unique challenges faced by all healthcare professionals — from psychologists and therapists to emergency responders. Addressing the high risk of burnout and compassion fatigue, I'm explaining how these professionals are uniquely vulnerable due to their roles. Burnout is characterized by chronic, unresolved stress leading to significant mental, physical, and emotional exhaustion, while compassion fatigue stems from witnessing the suffering of others. Moreover, BURNOUT IS NOT OUR FAULT. It is the result of systemic exploitation from late-stage capitalism and resource inequities. So how do we conquer it when it is not an individual problem? I'll let you know my professional insights on interventions and community support, and the signs you need to look out for. Watch the Full Video Podcast Here! 00:00 — Understanding Burnout in Healthcare Professionals 04:26 — The Reality of Burnout 05:05 — Symptoms and Impact of Burnout 08:13 — Causes and Risk Factors for Burnout 12:40 — Personal Experiences with Burnout 20:21 — Addressing Burnout and Moving Forward Topics/Triggers: · Burnout · Trauma · Stress · Exhaustion · Mental Health · Depression · Compassion Fatigue · Chronic Pain · Moral Injury · Isolation · Helplessness · Disassociation · Empathy · Anxiety · Anger · Capitalism · Survival Mode · Work Culture · Human Rights & Social Injustices · Neurodivergence ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ If you took anything away from today's podcast, please share it with someone who may need to hear it. And if you really want to support the podcast please give us a rate/review. If you or anyone you know is suffering through trauma contact the National Sexual Assault hotline at 1-800-656-4673 or online for 24/7 support. (This podcast is not a replacement for psychotherapy or mental health care. You can obtain a referral for mental health care provider from your primary care physician, or search on Psychology Today's Find a Therapist directory) Find more Initiated Survivor content here and on Instagram!

Welcome back to Part Three of Ask a Psychologist Anything! In this episode, I address the frequently asked question: 'How do I get my loved one to go to therapy?' While many people wish for their loved ones to go to therapy, the key takeaway is that you can't force anyone to go. I'll talk about how therapy is not the only path to healing, alternative support methods, the importance of boundaries, how to help loved ones understand their options without pressuring them, and how respecting a person's dignity and autonomy is essential. Watch the Full Video Podcast Here! TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 — Intro 00:32 — Understanding the Desire for Therapy 02:16 — The Reality of Therapy Accessibility 04:10 — Respecting Autonomy and Dignity 05:51 — Exploring Alternatives to Therapy 08:00 — Sharing Personal Experiences 11:22 — Avoiding Pressure and Blame 14:25 — Addressing Personal Needs and Boundaries 17:57 — Addressing Concerns & Respecting Decisions Topics/Triggers: · Therapy · Trauma Recovery · Relationships · Community · Family Relationships · Victim Blaming · Boundaries · Self Harm Behavior · Depression · Suicide ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ If you took anything away from today's podcast, please share it with someone who may need to hear it. And if you really want to support the podcast please give us a rate/review. If you or anyone you know is suffering through trauma contact the National Sexual Assault hotline at 1-800-656-4673 or online for 24/7 support. (This podcast is not a replacement for psychotherapy or mental health care. You can obtain a referral for mental health care provider from your primary care physician, or search on Psychology Today's Find a Therapist directory) Find more Initiated Survivor content here and on Instagram!

In this special OUT OF ROLE episode, we discuss a recurrance of allegations of sexual assault and gross misconduct in the online health and fitness industry and provide guidance and resources for women who may have experienced such incidents while explaining the various legal options available to them.  If you believe you have been a victim of sexual assault, sex trafficking or sexploitation, the following resources are available to you: Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN): RAINN offers prevention programs and operates the National Sexual Assault Hotline at 1-800-656-HOPE (1-800-656-4673) and a confidential online chat. The RAINN website can be located at www.rainn.org. National Center on Domestic and Sexual Violence: This 24-hour hotline for Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault, confidential service offers crisis intervention and support, message service and re-ferrals. National Domestic Violence hotline (1-800-799-SAFE) or the National Sexual Assault hotline Internet at (1-800-656-HOPE). www.ncdsv.org. Polaris Project: Polaris project works directly with victims, host tip and crisis hotlines and offers solutions to victims of human trafficking. National Human Trafficking Hotline, 1 (888) 373-7888. www.polarisproject.org. TEXT “BE FREE” 233733 VictimConnect Resource Center: is a referral helpline where crime victims can learn about their rights and options confidentially and compassionately. A program of the National Center for Victims of Crime, it combines: a traditional telephone-based helpline: 855-4-VICTIM (855-484-2846), an innovative online chat: www.chat.victimsofcrime.org and a web-based information and service referrals: www.VictimConnect.org. National Suicide Hotline Prevention Line: This a United States–based suicide prevention network of 161 crisis centers that provides a 24/7, toll-free hotline available to anyone in suicidal crisis or emotional distress. After dialing 1-800-273-TALK, the caller is routed to their nearest crisis center to receive immediate counseling and local mental health referrals. And if you are a man who wants to help spread awareness and stop physical and sexual violence against women, please check out the following: Men Can Stop Rape: Men Can Stop Rape (MCSR) is the leading national organization mobilizing boys and young men to prevent all forms of physical and sexual violence, especially violence against women. Contact Men Can Stop Rape by calling 202-265-6530 or log on at www.mcsr.org. Takeaways The health and fitness industry, particularly the online coaching space, has seen a recent uptick in allegations of sexual assault and misconduct. It is important for individuals in this industry to know their legal options if they become victims of such crimes. Understanding the difference between criminal and civil cases can help victims make informed decisions about pursuing justice. Resources such as RAINN, National Sexual Assault Hotline, and Victim Connect Resource Center provide support and information for victims. Men can also play a role in preventing sexual violence by supporting organizations like Men Can Stop Rape.

In this episode, I talk about the value and role of emotional support animals (ESAs) in mental health and trauma recovery. I'll cover what ESAs are, the differences between ESAs and service animals, and the benefits of having an ESA, such as improved mental health, increased social interaction, and better routine management. I'll also answer some common questions, like how to get an ESA, the types of animals that make good ESAs, and the legal rights of ESA owners. From my own experience, my emotional support animals have been a crucial part of my recovery and I am very thankful for them! Watch the Full Video Podcast Here! TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 — Intro 00:48 — Understanding Emotional Support Animals (ESAs) 01:40 — Differences Between ESAs and Service Animals 02:39— Benefits of Emotional Support Animals 05:32— Legal Rights and Accessibility of ESAs 10:59 — How to Get an ESA 12:02 — Choosing the Right ESA for You 16:26 — Where You Can Take Your ESA 19:21 — Personal Experiences with ESAs Topics/Triggers: · Mental Health · Emotional Support Animals · Depression · Anxiety · Isolation · Service Animals · Emotional Regulation · Trauma ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ If you took anything away from today's podcast, please share it with someone who may need to hear it. And if you really want to support the podcast please give us a rate/review. If you or anyone you know is suffering through trauma contact the National Sexual Assault hotline at 1-800-656-4673 or online for 24/7 support. (This podcast is not a replacement for psychotherapy or mental health care. You can obtain a referral for mental health care provider from your primary care physician, or search on Psychology Today's Find a Therapist directory) Find more Initiated Survivor content here and on Instagram!

On this episode of Initiated Survivor, my friend and empowerment coach, April Arielli, shares her inspiring story of overcoming trauma and finding her calling as a life, relationship, and career coach. From surviving a harrowing experience to finding healing through yoga and skydiving, April's journey is a testament to resilience and reclaiming one's power. April shares how she empowers others to navigate challenging life transitions and achieve their dreams, and the impact of sharing survivor stories to create a stronger community. Watch the Full Video Podcast Here! TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 — Intro 00:52 — April's Journey: From Actress to Empowerment Coach 01:28 — The Power of Sharing and Connecting Survivor Stories 08:59 — The Struggle with Reporting and Internalized Shame 15:37 — Recovery and Reclaiming Self-Worth After Trauma 17:39 — Discovering Kundalini Yoga: A Journey to Emotional Healing 19:22 — Skydiving: A Leap Towards Healing and Confidence 26:45 — Navigating New Relationships and Trust After Trauma 30:34 — Embracing Life Coaching: A New Chapter of Empowerment 35:34 — The Impact of Sharing and Healing Topics/Triggers: · Sexual Assault · Rape · Aggressive Behavior · Violence · Trauma Recovery · Reclaiming Your Power · Healing · Creating a Community ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ ★ Connect with April Arielli ★ Website: aprilarielli.com IG: @aprilarielli Take The First Step: https://bit.ly/AprilArielli **50% off 2 or 3 month life coaching package for Initiated Survivor Subscribers - Take the First Step and mention Initiated Survivor. *Limited Time Offer If you took anything away from today's podcast, please share it with someone who may need to hear it. And if you really want to support the podcast please give us a rate/review. If you or anyone you know is suffering through trauma contact the National Sexual Assault hotline at 1-800-656-4673 or online for 24/7 support. (This podcast is not a replacement for psychotherapy or mental health care. You can obtain a referral for mental health care provider from your primary care physician, or search on Psychology Today's Find a Therapist directory) Find more Initiated Survivor content here and on Instagram!

Pauline Hanson vs Mehreen Faruqi. Emerald and Tom discuss violence against women in Australia, following protests against gendered violence across the country (15:54). Is the problem getting worse? What happened with Albo's icky appearance at the Canberra rally? What is being done to help the situation and how should we approach it as non-carceral socialists? Finally, a call to action (54:30). National Sexual Assault, Domestic and Family Violence Counselling Service 1800 737 732 Links - ‘Albanese was so desperate to prove he cares about gendered violence, he forgot one thing: if you're a proper leader, it's not about you' by Annabel Crabb for ABC News https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-05-01/albanese-gendered-violence-rally/103785858  If you're in Naarm/Melbourne, come along to COMEDY IN THE WEST in Yarraville on Saturday May 25th. We're going again to raise funds for Greens in the West for the upcoming local elections and the looming federal election. Happening at Kindred Studios, Tom's hosting, full line up of comics will be announced soon  Book here: https://contact-vic.greens.org.au/civicrm/event/register?reset=1&id=15677 SOLIDARITY WITH ALL THOSE STUDENTS TAKING ACTION FOR PALESTINE Camps set up at Monash Uni, the Universities of Melbourne, Sydney & Queensland, ANU in Canberra, Curtin University in Perth. Find your local group and support them if you can  Students for Palestine (Australia) Facebook group  https://www.facebook.com/groups/58804227177/  SUPPORT THE FREEDOM FLOTILLA OSLO, NORWAY: The Freedom Flotilla Coalition's (FFC) vessel Handala set sail to several Northern European countries today. Handala's “For the Children of Gaza” mission departs from Norway to challenge and break the inhumane blockade of Gaza and to shed light on the consequences of the inhumane measures taken against Palestinian children by Israel, with the support of the US and other countries, despite the global outcry for a permanent cease fire and the end of an occupied Palestine. Support them here:  https://freedomflotilla.org/i-want-to-help/  Serious Danger merch - https://seriousdanger.bigcartel.com/  Check out Tom's new special - https://800PGR.lnk.to/BallardID Produced by Michael Griffin https://www.instagram.com/mikeskillz/  Follow us on https://twitter.com/SeriousDangerAU https://www.instagram.com/seriousdangerau  https://www.tiktok.com/@seriousdangerau Support the show: http://patreon.com/seriousdangerauSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode, I have special guest Brialynn Massie on the podcast to discuss the creation of their upcoming film 'I Need You To Stay'. The film aims to tackle the Hollywood stigma and misconceptions surrounding BPD through the story of its protagonist, Kira, who is in remission from BPD. We touch on themes such as the systemic issues of misogyny and white supremacy in the diagnosis and treatment of BPD, the pervasive stigma in media and healthcare, and the cycle of victimization. Additionally, we'll talk about the importance of creating a community and safe spaces for individuals with BPD, the impact of therapy, and the potential for legislative changes to improve access to mental health care. Brialynn also highlights the efforts to maintain a trauma-informed culture on set and the partnership with Hire Survivors Hollywood to combat predatory behavior. Watch the Full Video Podcast Here! 00:00 — Unveiling the Stigma of Borderline Personality Disorder 00:39 — Brialynn's Journey: From Diagnosis to Filmmaker 00:57 — Combating Hollywood's Stigma: The Making of I Need You To Stay  01:31 — The Impact of Media and Misogyny on Mental Health Stigma 06:30 — Bridging the Gap: The Mission Behind the Movie 16:51 — The Power of Representation: Changing Narratives and Building Communities 30:13 — The Fight for Accessible Mental Health Care and Legislative Change 31:32 — Exploring the Complexities of Borderline Personality Disorder 32:44 — The Impact of Early Diagnosis and Access to Healthcare 35:01 — Navigating Relationships and Self-Validation with BPD 39:13 — The Dangers of Fetishization and Exploitation 50:30 — Healing, Hope, and Building Community Topics/Triggers: · Borderline Personality Disorder · Suicide/Suicidal Ideations · Addiction · Abuse · Medical/Workplace Abuse · Gaslighting · Victim Blaming · Child Abuse · CPTSD · Hire Survivors Hollywood · Community · Trauma · Self-Validation ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ ★ Connect with Brialynn Massie ★ Follow @ineedyoutostaymovie on Instagram Explore I Need You to Stay Website Email: admin@ineedyoutostay.com If you took anything away from today's podcast, please share it with someone who may need to hear it. And if you really want to support the podcast please give us a rate/review. If you or anyone you know is suffering through trauma contact the National Sexual Assault hotline at 1-800-656-4673 or online for 24/7 support. (This podcast is not a replacement for psychotherapy or mental health care. You can obtain a referral for mental health care provider from your primary care physician, or search on Psychology Today's Find a Therapist directory) Find more Initiated Survivor content here and on Instagram!

In this episode of Initiated Survivor, I'll discuss the vital role of social support and community in the process of recovering from trauma. I will talk about the innate human need for connection, and how isolation exacerbates feelings of insecurity and depression, while the sense of belonging fosters healing and a sense of safety. I will share practical ways those in recovery can find and integrate into communities, especially after experiences of trauma, and navigate the challenges of connecting authentically with others. I will also share a few of my personal experiences with finding community and connection, the importance of self-validation, and the continuous, life-long journey of finding belonging and support in community. Watch the Full Video Podcast Here! TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 — Intro 00:27 — The Power of Social Support in Mental Health Recovery 01:08 — Understanding Our Social Nature and Its Impact on Recovery 03:23 — Creative Expression and Community 07:54 — Navigating Social Connections as Adults: Challenges and Strategies 13:11 — Exploring Personal Values and Building Community Connections 14:37 — GROUP THERAPY AD:  https://www.drkelseyharper.com/dbt-skills-group-for-lgbtq 24:38 — Embracing Vulnerability and Growth in Community Engagement 31:05 — Finding Peace and Purpose Through Community Topics/Triggers: · Abusive Realtionships · Sexual Assault · Community · Creative Expression · Self-Worth · Self-Validation · Trauma Recovery ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ If you took anything away from today's podcast, please share it with someone who may need to hear it. And if you really want to support the podcast please give us a rate/review. If you or anyone you know is suffering through trauma contact the National Sexual Assault hotline at 1-800-656-4673 or online for 24/7 support. (This podcast is not a replacement for psychotherapy or mental health care. You can obtain a referral for mental health care provider from your primary care physician, or search on Psychology Today's Find a Therapist directory) Find more Initiated Survivor content here and on Instagram!

In this episode, I talk about the power of group therapy and community for those recovering from traumatic experiences. I'll discuss the emotional isolation people often experience in the aftermath of traumatic events, and how this can be exacerbated by societal factors. I'll share some personal experiences on how participating in group activities, such as restorative yoga classes and virtual workshops served as a healing mechanism and a stepping stone towards building relationships and community. Additionally, I will talk about the benefits of group therapy in cultivating listening, speaking, healing, and social skills while maintaining a safe, validating space for participants. I am also excited to be offering two new groups starting in April which include: DBT Skills Group for LGBTQ+ and a Trauma Recovery Skills Group! Watch the Full Video Podcast Here! 00:00 — Intro 00:59 — The Struggles of Isolation and Anxiety 03:12 — The Comfort of Home and the Challenge of Leaving 04:01 — Overcoming Agoraphobia and Building Connections 05:51 — The Power of Solitude and Self-Care 07:04 — The Role of Community Activities in Recovery 10:09 — The Impact of the Pandemic and Virtual Groups 12:37 — Group Therapy Ad: https://www.drkelseyharper.com/dbt-skills-group-for-lgbtq 17:50 — The Benefits of Group Therapy 21:39 — Personal Experiences with Group Therapy 22:12 — Upcoming Group Therapy Opportunities 23:55 — The Healing Power of Groups Topics/Triggers: · Rape Culture · Victim Blaming · Agoraphobia · Anxiety · Trauma · Trauma Recovery · Virtual Groups and Community · CPTSD · Group Therapy ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ If you took anything away from today's podcast, please share it with someone who may need to hear it. And if you really want to support the podcast please give us a rate/review. If you or anyone you know is suffering through trauma contact the National Sexual Assault hotline at 1-800-656-4673 or online for 24/7 support. (This podcast is not a replacement for psychotherapy or mental health care. You can obtain a referral for mental health care provider from your primary care physician, or search on Psychology Today's Find a Therapist directory) Find more Initiated Survivor content here and on Instagram!

In this episode, we delve deep into Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and complex trauma. We discuss the stigma associated with these conditions, their links to past trauma, their effects on personality and social behavior, and how they are often misunderstood. I'll talk about the traits and symptoms of BPD, the relationship between BPD and complex trauma, and the intersections of these with PTSD. I'll also cover the importance of trauma-informed care and discuss effective treatments like Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and other trauma interventions. 00:00 — Introduction to Borderline Personality Disorder 01:50 — Understanding the Nature of Borderline Personality Disorder 03:35 — Traits and Symptoms of Borderline Personality Disorder 11:45 — The Connection Between BPD and Trauma 13:18 — AD: Group Therapy: https://www.drkelseyharper.com/dbt-skills-group-for-lgbtq 14:49 — Understanding Complex PTSD and its Relation to BPD 21:07 — Treatment Options for BPD and Complex Trauma 23:41 — Conclusion and Future Discussions Watch the Full Video Podcast Here! Topics/Triggers: · Dialectical Behavior Therapy by Dr. Marsha Linehan · Suicide and Suicidal Ideation · PTSD · Trauma · Emotional Overload and Overstimulation · Intrusive Memories ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ If you took anything away from today's podcast, please share it with someone who may need to hear it. And if you really want to support the podcast please give us a rate/review. If you or anyone you know is suffering through trauma contact the National Sexual Assault hotline at 1-800-656-4673 or online for 24/7 support. (This podcast is not a replacement for psychotherapy or mental health care. You can obtain a referral for mental health care provider from your primary care physician, or search on Psychology Today's Find a Therapist directory) Find more Initiated Survivor content here and on Instagram!

As survivors, we understand the experience of being wronged and the desire to make a positive impact in the world. With so much happening at this moment, it can feel overwhelming. However, one effective tool we have in our fight for a better future is activism. By standing up for our values within our local community, we can create meaningful change. In this episode of 'Initiated Survivor', we explore the role of activism in the healing process for trauma survivors. We discuss how engaging in collective actions that align with our personal values can foster a sense of community and serve as a powerful tool for change and recovery. I also provide various strategies for incorporating activism into our recovery journey, such as connecting with long-term goals, emphasizing community-building, and supporting local organizations that make a tangible impact on our daily lives. Watch the Full Video Podcast Here! 00:00 — Introduction 01:37 — The Power of Activism 03:20 — Activism and Emotional Expression 05:00 — AD: Individual Therapy: https://www.drkelseyharper.com/trauma-therapy 05:42 — Mindfulness in Activism 08:42 — Sensory Needs in Activism 09:40 — Titration and Exposure in Activism 11:05 — Emotional Support, Expressive Activities, Self Care 16:20 — AD: Group Therapy: https://www.drkelseyharper.com/dbt-skills-group-for-lgbtq 17:40 — Engaging in Pleasant Activities & Personal Values 19:15 — Different Ways to Engage in Activism 22:23 — Local Organizations 24:50 — Providing Direct Services in Activism 26:01 — Utilizing Personal Skills in Activism 27:15 — Conclusion: The Power of Activism in Healing Trauma Topics/Triggers: · Titrating · Self-care · Community Engagement · Trauma Processing · Self-soothing Habits · Physiological Regulations · Mindfulness · The Power of Activism · Vicarious Trauma · Engaging in Expressive & Pleasant Activities · Our Values & Goals · Abortion Bans · Success Stories Prison Feminism · Supporting NonProfit Organizations · Grassroots Activism · Ask a Psychologist Anything ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ If you took anything away from today's podcast, please share it with someone who may need to hear it. And if you really want to support the podcast please give us a rate/review. If you or anyone you know is suffering through trauma contact the National Sexual Assault hotline at 1-800-656-4673 or online for 24/7 support. (This podcast is not a replacement for psychotherapy or mental health care. You can obtain a referral for mental health care provider from your primary care physician, or search on Psychology Today's Find a Therapist directory) Find more Initiated Survivor content here and on Instagram!

Diet culture permeates every facet of our lives. We have to eat food to live, but when our relationship to food becomes complicated, we can quickly lose control and fall into disordered eating habits due to the societal pressures all around us. In this episode, I had the pleasure of interviewing the incredible Devon Cole, RD, MS, a registered dietitian specializing in intuitive eating and trauma recovery. We delved into the world of intuitive eating and explored how it goes beyond just fueling our bodies. Devon shared valuable insights on how intuitive eating allows us to embrace pleasure, connection, and celebration when it comes to food. We discussed the harmful effects of diet culture and the mental gymnastics it imposes on us when trying to fit into unattainable beauty standards. Throughout the episode, Devon shared her expertise and provided practical advice for survivors of trauma and anyone seeking a healthier relationship with food. Join My Trauma Skills Workshop — 12 Weeks of one-on-one Small Group Trauma Skills Therapy Starting in April 2024! Watch the Full Video Podcast Here! Topics/Triggers: · Diet Culture · Disordered Eating · Chronic Dieting · Intuitive Eating · Health at Every Size · When to See a Dietitian · Binge Eating · Calorie Restriction · Common Questions & Concerns with Dieting · Food & The Need for Control · The Binge-Restrict Cycle · Unattainable Beauty Standards · Maintaining Our Agency · Coming Home to Your Body · Food as Culture Rather than Just Sustenance · Maintenance Phase Podcast · Health & Healthy Eating · Weight · How Parents Can Help Their Children with Weight · Why Our Relationship to Our Bodies Affects Our Relationship with Food Connect with Devon Cole: · Website: https://devoncolerd.com/ · Instagram @devoncolerd https://www.instagram.com/devoncolerd/ · Email: devoncolerd@gmail.com ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ If you took anything away from today's podcast, please share it with someone who may need to hear it. And if you really want to support the podcast please give us a rate/review. If you or anyone you know is suffering through trauma contact the National Sexual Assault hotline at 1-800-656-4673 or online for 24/7 support. (This podcast is not a replacement for psychotherapy or mental health care. You can obtain a referral for mental health care provider from your primary care physician, or search on Psychology Today's Find a Therapist directory) Find more Initiated Survivor content here and on Instagram!

We are back for another round of Ask a Psychologist Anything. In this episode, I dive into various topics related to trauma, vulnerability management, therapist-client relations, and the balance between triggers and optimism. We discuss the balance between pushing for change and taking care of ourselves, the concept of the window of tolerance, and how it affects our emotional well-being. Join me as I provide insights, practical advice, and compassionate guidance on navigating trauma recovery and fostering mental well-being. Whether you're a survivor, a mental health professional, or simply interested in these topics, this podcast aims to create a supportive and informative space for everyone. Join My Trauma Skills Workshop — 12 Weeks of one-on-one Small Group Trauma Skills Therapy Starting in April 2024! Watch the Full Video Podcast Here! Topics/Triggers: · Trauma Related Grief · EMDR · How to Cope · Politics · Following Through on Goals · Neurodivergence · Hypervigilance & Apathy · Activism & Triggers · Politics and Therapy · The Client-Therapist Relationship · Trauma · Mental Health and Community · The Meaning of Rest · Vulnerability Management · Support Systems · Initiated Survivor: Poet Kate Burns on The Power of Creativity for Healing: ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ If you took anything away from today's podcast, please share it with someone who may need to hear it. And if you really want to support the podcast please give us a rate/review. If you or anyone you know is suffering through trauma contact the National Sexual Assault hotline at 1-800-656-4673 or online for 24/7 support. (This podcast is not a replacement for psychotherapy or mental health care. You can obtain a referral for mental health care provider from your primary care physician, or search on Psychology Today's Find a Therapist directory) Find more Initiated Survivor content here and on Instagram!

We've got something special for you on Initiated Survivor for the Holiday Season! Join us as we revisit a past episode called "Holiday Survival Skills." I know that the holidays can be a bit overwhelming, especially with all the family dynamics, financial pressures, and cultural stressors. But we've got some practical strategies to help you handle it all. We'll show you how to take care of yourself while also actively participating in positive change. It's all about finding those moments of connection, celebrating your values, and staying grounded during tough times. We're here to support you as you create meaningful memories and navigate the end of the year with resilience and joy. Enjoy this replay, and happy holidays! Join My Trauma Skills Workshop — 12 Weeks of one-on-one Small Group Trauma Skills Therapy Starting in April 2024! Topics/Triggers: • Seasonal Energy Shifts • Dark Moon Phase of the Year • Heightened Sensitivities around Triggers During the Holidays • Radical Acceptance & Mindfulness • Living in the Moment Without Judgement. • How to Practice Mindfulness Daily • Giving Yourself Permission to Remove Yourself from Toxic Situations • The Value of Setting & Enforcing Boundaries in Relationships • Treating Our Time & Energy as Finite Resources • Giving Yourself the Gift of Prioritizing Your Own Needs • Self-Care During the Holiday Season • Private Distractions During Events • Finding Connection • Tara Brach • Self-Soothing (Listen to Initiated Survivor Bonus Ep "Skill Spotlight - Self-Soothing" for more information!) ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ If you took anything away from today's podcast, please share it with someone who may need to hear it. And if you really want to support the podcast please give us a rate/review. If you or anyone you know is suffering through trauma contact the National Sexual Assault hotline at 1-800-656-4673 or online for 24/7 support. (This podcast is not a replacement for psychotherapy or mental health care. You can obtain a referral for mental health care provider from your primary care physician, or search on Psychology Today's Find a Therapist directory) Find more Initiated Survivor content here and on Instagram!

Trigger Warning - In todays episode we mention Domestic Violence. In this emotional episode of Sober Awkward Vic and Hamish talk in detail about long term repercussions form short term lifestyles.  Vic tells Hamish about a very toxic relationship she found herself in many years ago, how her drinking made her vulnerable to being mistreated and how she used booze to numb out the fact her relationship wasn't working.  Would his situation have happened if alcohol was out of the picture? So, aside from the regretful one-night stands, sloppy snogs in alleyways and whirlwind romances – What happens when you stay with someone when booze is the only thing you have in common? Is it ever a good idea to start a relationship when pissed? And what are the red flags to look out for? Find out why being sober is always the best way to enter a new relationship and why being sober means your love could last a lifetime, in this inspiring and hard-hitting episode. RESOURCES If you are experiencing domestic violence please reach out for support today. 1800RESPECT(1800 737 732) The National Sexual Assault, Family & Domestic Violence Counselling Line for any Australian who has experienced, or is at risk of, family and domestic violence and/or sexual assault. 24 hours, 7 days a week. www.1800respect.org.au Lifeline(13 11 14) A national number which can help put you in contact with a crisis service in your state. 24 hours, 7 days a week. www.lifeline.org.au www.cuppa.community This episode is proudly sponsored by Buds and Beads tea. Find out more about the amazing work they are doing to make the drink choices in your sobriety a little healthier and a lot fizzier at: https://budsandbeads.com.au JOIN PATREON! and buy us a Cuppa so we can keep being awkward! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=81897291 www.cuppa.community – The Free Social Network for the Sober and Sober Curious - Sober Events – Therapy – Sobriety Courses – Sober Groups, Tea and loads more. Buy Sober Awkward T-Shirts and Tea at: www.cuppashop.com @soberawkward @drunkmummysobermummy @cuppa.community @hamishadamscairns @patreon @spotify @budsandbeadstea If you are struggling with your relationship with alcohol please reach out to your local doctor, a therapist, AA Group or just chat to a close friend. Don't feel shame, just get the help you deserve. Contact us! If you have a topic you'd like us to cover then please email us - vicandhamish@soberawkward.com Check out our website at: https://www.soberawkward.com #soberawkward #soberawkwardpodcast #drunkmummysobermummy #cuppa.community #sober #sobermom #sobermummy #sobriety #soberaf #sobermovement #sobercurious #alcoholfree #mummybloggers #writersofinsta #soberfamily #greyareadrinking #addiction #soberissexy #soberwomen #sobermomtribe #sobrietyrocks #soberlifestyle #alcoholfreelife #wedorecover #sobernation #mumblog #mentalhealth #motherhood #wineoclock #sobermums #selfcare #womeninrecovery #sobercommunity #soberdads Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hannah Clarke and her children, Aaliyah, Laianah, and Trey, were the victims of domestic and family violence; but that is not their legacy. Their legacy is to bring awareness to this type of violence, to coercive control, and to help other women escape these types of situations to have a happy ending they didn't get. Hannah's family started Small Steps 4 Hannah to “HALT the cycle of domestic violence so that everyone can feel respected, informed, confident to act, and safe”. Take a look at their website and donate, share, and educate yourself so you can help spread Hannah's legacy.  Small Steps 4 Hannah website  Podcast: Hannah's Story If you or someone you know is experiencing sexual abuse or family violence and you are in Australia, you can contact: National Sexual Assault, Domestic Violence Counselling Service 24-hour helpline at 1800 737 732. If you are in the United States, you can contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 800-799-7233. In the UK, you can contact the domestic abuse helpline at 0808 2000 247. Other international helplines can be found at www.befrienders.org.  Click here to join our Patreon.  Click here to get your own Inhuman merch.  Connect with us on Instagram and join our Facebook group.  To submit listener stories or case suggestions, and to see all sources for this episode: https://www.inhumanpodcast.com/

In this episode, I had the honor of interviewing Kate Burns, a survivor and poet. We delved deep into her healing journey and the importance of community support. Kate shared her experiences of initially struggling to trust men and the significance of allowing survivors to fully own their feelings without judgment. She also discussed the creation of her emotional emergency care kit and the power of reaching out to trusted friends for support. We explored the transformative impact of writing letters to oneself and receiving affirmations from others. Kate's resilience and fierce determination to create a safe space for survivors were truly inspiring, and she leaves us all with a touch of her wisdom by closing out the interview with a reading of one of her poems in her book, "All My Favorite Men Are Dead." Listen in as we explore healing, community, and finding strength in vulnerability. → Watch the Full Video Podcast Here! 00:00 — Intro 00:18 — Kate's Survivor Story 03:19 — Creativity & Healing 10:17 — Making Poetry Active 11:54 — Kate's Recovery 16:10 — How to Get Started in Poetry 22:04 — Effective Healing Strategies 28:14 — Emergency Emotional Care Kit 33:42 — Community & Trust 38:53 — A Reading of Kate's Poem "Me Too" Topics/Triggers: • Using a Pseudonym • Sexual Assault from a Male Friend • Finding Community • Asking for Help • Suicide • Healing through Creativity • Emotional Self-Care • Attachment Wounds • Trust • Feeling Safe in Your Body • The Power of Poetry Connect with Kate: — Website: https://www.kateburnspoet.com/ — Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kateburnspoet/?hl=en — Links: https://linktr.ee/kbpoetry ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ If you took anything away from today's podcast, please share it with someone who may need to hear it. And if you really want to support the podcast please give us a rate/review. If you or anyone you know is suffering through trauma contact the National Sexual Assault hotline at 1-800-656-4673 or online for 24/7 support. (This podcast is not a replacement for psychotherapy or mental health care. You can obtain a referral for mental health care provider from your primary care physician, or search on Psychology Today's Find a Therapist directory) Find more Initiated Survivor content here and on Instagram!

Dedeker Winston was last on the podcast to discuss her somatic practitioner training and how somatic experience can help you on your recovery journey. Today, she shares her story of surviving domestic violence in one of her romantic partnerships. Dedeker talks about what it was like leaving an abusive relationship, the challenges and rewards of practicing non-monogamy, and the importance of community support in healing from trauma. We discuss the harmful stereotypes surrounding victims and perpetrators of abuse and the need for a more nuanced understanding of these dynamics. Dedeker also shares her perspective on the power of embodied experiences of safety and security in healing from trauma. Join us for this powerful conversation on healing, community, and the importance of breaking out of societal norms to find new ways of relating and connecting with others. Connect with Dedeker: • Website: https://www.dedekerwinston.com/ • Multiamory Podcast: https://www.multiamory.com/podcast-summary Topics/Triggers: • Consensual Non-monogamy • Domestic Abuse • Intimate Partner Violence • The Feeling of Paralysis • Cognitive Dissonance • PTSD • The Image of an Abuser • Telling Your Partner About Your Trauma • Finding a Safe, Secure Attachment • Shame • Polyamory • The Variety of Responses from People in Your Life • Signs of Abuse in a Relationship ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ If you took anything away from today's podcast, please share it with someone who may need to hear it. And if you really want to support the podcast please give us a rate/review. If you or anyone you know is suffering through trauma contact the National Sexual Assault hotline at 1-800-656-4673 or online for 24/7 support. (This podcast is not a replacement for psychotherapy or mental health care. You can obtain a referral for mental health care provider from your primary care physician, or search on Psychology Today's Find a Therapist directory) Find more Initiated Survivor content here and on Instagram!

  WARNING: This episode is explicit and detailed in the descriptions of attempted suicide, self-harm, rape, and sexual assault. It is not appropriate for children, and extreme discretion is advised in keeping the listening audience restricted to only appropriately aged and emotionally capable persons. If you are activated and are having thoughts of suicide and need immediate help, call the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at 988. Or, if you are activated and need immediate help regarding a past rape or sexual assault, call the National Sexual Assault telephone hotline, call 1-800.656.hope (4673).  This is the concluding episode of Bailie's powerful and impactful interview. Since it is the second part of an interview that was broken into two parts, I have added 20 seconds of the last part of her first episode, to the beginning of this episode, for the sake of context and continuity. Bailie's life was a difficult and complex reaction to what she understands to possibly be part genetic predisposition, and part patterned behavior that comes from family culture, lifestyle, environment, social impacts from those around her, and worldview. And all of this is part and parcel of what she believes inclined her to have suicidal ideation, self-harm acts, and attempts on her own life. And Bailie also has a very strong belief and understanding that she is alive today because of the insights and self-compassion she has gleaned from therapy, and from having a safe place for her to talk to those who care about her and want her to be safe, alive, and mentally secure in daily life. And to her credit, Bailie has done a lot of hard work to get where she is today…secure in the thought that her suicidal past is her past. Bailie is an active, strong, and proud leader and participant in the LGBTQ community in the Napa County area. She offers hope, guidance, support and encouragement to anyone who asks her for help. And she has graciously agreed to be there for anyone in the SASS audience who is a childhood sexual assault victim or survivor, who is part of the LGBTQ community who is struggling on their journey towards dealing with and healing from their difficult past. Contact Bailie; she's willing to listen and help in anyway she can. And she's offering do to this from a safe space. So, don't be shy…reach out to her. Her contact information is below. Thank you for listening to Sexual Assault Survivor Stories. Please subscribe to the podcast to help it grow, and to avail yourself to new episodes as they are released. And if you're willing, please rate the podcast (5 stars is my personal favorite!), and feel free to leave me a comment about how SASS has impacted your life in positive ways.   Finally, let's all do our part in bringing justice to victims and survivors of rape and sexual assault. Start by Believing. Stop victim blaming. Be empathic and listen. Because we all know someone whose life has been affected by rape or sexual assault. **September is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. Suicide is a major public health concern and a leading cause of death in the U.S. Please help the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) raise awareness by sharing resources that help others recognize the warning signs for suicide and know how to get help. And call the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at 988 if you are looking for immediate help and support with thoughts of suicide, or if you know someone who needs help. ** #suicideprevention #lgbtqconnection #SPM23 #safeinharmsway #projectbeloved #saan #irishangel #crimevictimsassistancecenter #coloradoassociationofsexcrimeinvestigators #girlsfightback #outdoordefense #worthfightingfor #thejanbrobergfoundation #thrivivors #sassyselfdefenseguide #ericbarreras #badassselfdefense #imworthfightingfor #vawa #baylor #ashforduniversity #uofaglobalcampus #psychologymajor #amandacoleman #remembermolly #fightrapeculture #gettraumainformed #forcescience

WARNING: This episode is explicit and detailed in the descriptions of attempted suicide, self-harm, rape, and sexual assault. It is not appropriate for children, and extreme discretion is advised in keeping the listening audience restricted to only appropriately aged and emotionally capable persons. If you are activated and are having thoughts of suicide and need immediate help, call the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at 988. Or, if you are activated and need immediate help regarding a past rape or sexual assault, call the National Sexual Assault telephone hotline, at 1-800.656.hope (4673). Bailie's horrendous story of childhood sexual assault and rape is only the beginning of a life filled with confusion, pain, and despair. In this gripping Part I episode, Bailie and I go deep into Bailie's harrowing past, where she faced unimaginable injury and trauma, and grappled with multiple suicide attempts. Yet, against all odds, Bailie found the strength to rise from the cinders of her darkest moments, emerging as a resilient advocate for sexual assault survivors and a beacon of hope, on multiple levels, for the LGBTQ community. Bailie uncovers the raw, unfiltered story of her transformation and the vital work she does at an LGBTQ resource center, shedding a bright, powerful light on her remarkable journey towards empowerment and healing. Let's all do our part in bringing justice to victims and survivors of rape and sexual assault. Start by Believing. Stop victim blaming. Because we all know someone whose life has been affected by rape or sexual assault. September is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. Suicide is a major public health concern and a leading cause of death in the U.S. Please help the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) raise awareness by sharing resources that help others recognize the warning signs for suicide and know how to get help. #suicideprevention #SPM23 #safeinharmsway #projectbeloved #saan #irishangel #crimevictimsassistancecenter #coloradoassociationofsexcrimeinvestigators #girlsfightback #outdoordefense #worthfightingfor #thejanbrobergfoundation #thrivivors #sassyselfdefenseguide #ericbarreras #badassselfdefense #imworthfightingfor #vawa #baylor #ashforduniversity #uofaglobalcampus #psychologymajor #amandacoleman #remembermolly #fightrapeculture #gettraumainformed #forcescience https://linktr.ee/coachbailie

In this episode, I delve into the topic of connecting with our inner wildness, specifically through the archetypal figure of the wild woman and the symbolism of wolves. Drawing from my personal experiences and insights gained from the book "Women Who Run With the Wolves" by Clarissa Pinkola Estés, I discuss the importance of reclaiming our wildness to heal from trauma and reconnect with our true selves. I also cover the work of the nonprofit organization Wolf Connection, which rescues and cares for wolf dogs and offers programs for underserved communities to connect with the wisdom of wolves. As always, be mindful of cultural appropriation and spiritual bypassing in our attempts to connect with animal symbolism and archetypes. Join me as I share my own journey of reconnecting with my inner wildness and explore ways to embrace your own wildness. → Watch the Full Video Podcast Here! · The Wolf Connection · "Women Who Run with the Wolves: Myths and Stories of the Wild Woman Archetype" by Clarissa Pinkola Estés · Follow Simon Moya-Smith Topics/Triggers: • Wolf Connection • Our Inner Wildness • Lack of Freedom in a Patriarchal Capitalistic Society • Reclaiming Power • Listening to the Call of the Wild • The Wolf Connection & Retreat • How You Can Connect to Your Inner Wolf • Cultural Appropriation & Animal Spiritualism • Life, Death, and Experiences • Mindful Approaches to Animal Archetypes • Survivors & the Wisdom of the Wolf ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ If you took anything away from today's podcast, please share it with someone who may need to hear it. And if you really want to support the podcast please give us a rate/review. If you or anyone you know is suffering through trauma contact the National Sexual Assault hotline at 1-800-656-4673 or online for 24/7 support. (This podcast is not a replacement for psychotherapy or mental health care. You can obtain a referral for mental health care provider from your primary care physician, or search on Psychology Today's Find a Therapist directory) Find more Initiated Survivor content here and on Instagram!

In this episode of Initiated Survivor, I'm opening up and sharing my personal experience with trauma anniversaries and how I navigated my 10 Year Anniversary of Sexual Assault. I discuss what trauma anniversaries are, how they affect survivors, and share coping strategies for getting through them. One of these key tools that I found helpful was the power of ritual and ceremony in trauma recovery. I delve into how these practices can communicate with our unconscious mind and help us heal from trauma. I even reached out to my therapist, support groups, and loved ones for help and it made the world of difference. If your trauma anniversary is coming up, or you know someone who has one approaching, this episode was made specifically to give you tools to cope and heal. You got this. → Watch the Full Video Podcast Here! Topics/Triggers: • Trauma Anniversary • PTSD • Witch Practices to Heal: Germanic Paganism, Norse Paganism, and Scottish Druidism • Heightened Anxiety & Emotional Sensitivity • Taking Care of Yourself • Reaching Out to Your Support System • Flight, Fright, Freeze, Appease • Acknowledging & Honoring Your Survival • Gratitude Practices • Manifestation and Goals • Our Unconscious Mind • Ceremony & Ritual ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ If you took anything away from today's podcast, please share it with someone who may need to hear it. And if you really want to support the podcast please give us a rate/review. If you or anyone you know is suffering through trauma contact the National Sexual Assault hotline at 1-800-656-4673 or online for 24/7 support. (This podcast is not a replacement for psychotherapy or mental health care. You can obtain a referral for mental health care provider from your primary care physician, or search on Psychology Today's Find a Therapist directory) Find more Initiated Survivor content here and on Instagram!

Prodigious armed robber and expert escaper John Killick escaped custody in three states, once in a helicopter hijacked by his girlfriend.  Most of the police and prison officers who chased or caged him over more than 50 years are long gone, while John has written five books. But the brutality of Pentridge has stayed with him. Killick takes host John Silvester inside the giant bluestone walls that hid callous brutality, resulting in angry men being released back into the community.  Click on the links to subscribe https://subscribe.theage.com.au or https://subscribe.smh.com.au If you or anyone you know needs support, call Lifeline 13 11 14, Mensline 1300 789 978, or the National Sexual Assault, Domestic and Family Violence Counselling Service on 1800RESPECT (1800 737 732).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Rena Martine, a women's intimacy expert and ex-sex crimes Deputy District Attorney, about the intersection of trauma and sexuality. We discussed how coaches can work towards a more inclusive and less colonized approach to supporting survivors, as well as the healing potential of BDSM and Kink. Rena shared her insights and expertise on how survivors can reclaim their sexuality and overcome triggers through exposure therapy and restaging traumatic events while normalizing conversations around sexual fantasies and desires. If you're interested in learning more about Rena's work, check out her Shameless program on her website or send her a DM on Instagram! → Watch the Full Video Podcast Here! Topics/Triggers: • Being a Sex Crimes Deputy DA • Sexuality & Healing • Monogamy & Nonmonogamy • Sex Positivity • Savage Lovecast • Marriage and Divorce • Consensual Nonconsensual Fantasies • Examples of Guiding Clients Through Sexual Trauma • Exposure Therapy • Reclaiming Intimacy as Women • Purity Culture • DDLG & DS • SA Survivors and Kink • Repairing the Relationship between Ourselves and Our Bodies Connect with Rena: — Website: https://www.renamartine.com/ — Instagram @_rena.martine_ : https://www.instagram.com/_rena.martine_/ ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ If you took anything away from today's podcast, please share it with someone who may need to hear it. And if you really want to support the podcast please give us a rate/review. If you or anyone you know is suffering through trauma contact the National Sexual Assault hotline at 1-800-656-4673 or online for 24/7 support. (This podcast is not a replacement for psychotherapy or mental health care. You can obtain a referral for mental health care provider from your primary care physician, or search on Psychology Today's Find a Therapist directory) Find more Initiated Survivor content here and on Instagram!

It was early on Monday, June 18, 2007, just as city workers were arriving at their jobs that Hells Angel Christopher Wayne Hudson finally imploded.  First he beat and kicked a woman in a strip club before dragging her along King Street.  Then he saw his girlfriend, Kaera Douglas, who had just arrived on Hudson's orders to drive him home. He greeted her saying: "Today is the day you're going to die." This is a story of unspeakable family violence, the courage of strangers, and it also shines a light on us: and what we see is not that pretty at all.  Click on the links to subscribe https://subscribe.theage.com.au or https://subscribe.smh.com.au If you or anyone you know needs support, call Lifeline 13 11 14, Mensline 1300 789 978, or the National Sexual Assault, Domestic and Family Violence Counselling Service on 1800RESPECT (1800 737 732).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, I sit down with Kaleigh Cornelison, an expert working with youth ages 14-24 on issues including relationships, identity, sexual health, and life transitions. We dive into the topic of consent culture and pleasure-based sex education, especially for LGBTQ+ youth. We discuss the challenges and opportunities of teaching consent culture and how to model consent in different situations and relationships, and how adults can repair their relationship with consent in order to create a safe and empowering environment for young people. Our conversation is filled with insights and ideas that can help promote a positive culture of consent and freedom. Topics/Triggers: Consent Culture & Clear Communication Enthusiastic Consent Freely given, Responsible, Informed, Enthusiastic, Specific (FRIES) Access to Pleasure-Based Sex Education Unethical porn, false information, and unsafe intimacy practices Trans-Exclusionary Radical Feminism (TERF) Gender-affirming care Inclusive Sex Education Modeling Consent Social Media Usage & Boundaries Repairing Relationship with Consent as a Survivor Respecting "No" Freedom from Consent LGBTQ+ Youth Resources: • Kaleigh's Website • Listen to Initiated Survivor Episode 55: "Kaleigh Cornelison on Gender Based Violence for Adolescence: Teen Dating & Violence" • Listen to Initiated Survivor Episode 58: "Mistress Justine Cross on Consent, Kink Communities, and BDSM" ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ If you took anything away from today's podcast, please share it with someone who may need to hear it. And if you really want to support the podcast please give us a rate/review. If you or anyone you know is suffering through trauma contact the National Sexual Assault hotline at 1-800-656-4673 or online for 24/7 support. (This podcast is not a replacement for psychotherapy or mental health care. You can obtain a referral for mental health care provider from your primary care physician, or search on Psychology Today's Find a Therapist directory) Find more Initiated Survivor content here and on Instagram! Subscribe to the Initiated Survivor YouTube Channel!

Welcome back to Ask a Psychologist Anything! In Part One, I answered questions about sensory processing disorders, being an ally, and being a support system. In this 2nd installment, we tackle PTSD, coping with triggers, navigating dating as a survivor, and finding a good fit therapist. I offer practical strategies for soothing the body's response to triggers, as well as how to move forward and identify the next best step for you in your own journey. I also discuss ways that you can find a therapist that actually works for you, and how to potentially fix a previously broken therapeutic relationship through open communication tactics with your therapist of choice. Watch the Full Video Podcast Here! Topics/Triggers: PTSD Symptoms Tips for Living with PTSD Establishing Safety Remembrance and Mourning Integration and Reconnection What Are Triggers Triggers vs. Emotions Coping with a Body's Response to a Trigger Dating as a Survivor Nuclear Families Finding Community Getting a Good Therapist Therapy Websites Rebuilding the Bond Between You & Your Therapist Resources: • Listen to Initiated Survivor "Mistress Justine Cross on Consent, Kink Communities, and BDSM" • Listen to Initiated Survivor: "Ask a Psychologist Anything: Repressed Memories, Sensory Processing Disorder, and Being an Ally" • Warmies for Adults • Therapy Den • Mental Health Match • Psychology Today ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ If you took anything away from today's podcast, please share it with someone who may need to hear it. And if you really want to support the podcast please give us a rate/review. If you or anyone you know is suffering through trauma contact the National Sexual Assault hotline at 1-800-656-4673 or online for 24/7 support. (This podcast is not a replacement for psychotherapy or mental health care. You can obtain a referral for mental health care provider from your primary care physician, or search on Psychology Today's Find a Therapist directory) Find more Initiated Survivor content here and on Instagram! Subscribe to the Initiated Survivor YouTube Channel!

Keith Pickering was just 19 and a young cop when he was on point duty outside Flinders Street Station in January 1974. He heard a vendor yell out and saw a man crouching with a bloodied carving knife. The mentally disturbed man, James Belsey, had just fatally cut the throat of Constable Norm Curson on the steps of the station. Pickering and another young cop Trevor Pollock followed him into the Young and Jacksons Hotel and although unarmed, managed to arrest him and take him to the nearby police station. Their bravery has never been recognised.  Click on the links to subscribe https://subscribe.theage.com.au or https://subscribe.smh.com.au If you or anyone you know needs support, call Lifeline 13 11 14, Mensline 1300 789 978, or the National Sexual Assault, Domestic and Family Violence Counselling Service on 1800RESPECT (1800 737 732).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kevin Knowles was a brute, a thug and a suspected double murderer.  Kirkstall was a lovely county town inhabited mainly by young families looking to build a safe and caring community. That is until Knowles moved into town.  Travis Cashmore was a quiet hippy type bloke, well regarded by the locals. Driven to breaking point by Knowles, Cashmore took the law into his own hands, killing Knowles, one of his mates, and then took his own life. Col Ryan is a long-time local detective, councillor and mayor. Col tells us the inside story. Click on the links to subscribe https://subscribe.theage.com.au or https://subscribe.smh.com.au If you or anyone you know needs support, call Lifeline 13 11 14, Mensline 1300 789 978, or the National Sexual Assault, Domestic and Family Violence Counselling Service on 1800RESPECT (1800 737 732).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mistress Justine Cross is a professional BDSM consultant, kink educator, and lifestyle Dominatrix based in Los Angeles. Justine is the owner of Dungeon East and has over 15 years experience as a lifestyle Dominatrix and BDSM consultant, being featured on several magazines and newspapers including The Try Guys, Los Angeles Magazine, Playboy, Nylon, LA Weekly, Time Out Los Angeles, Buzzfeed, Salon, Vice, Huffington Post and The Guardian. In this episode, Justine sits down with Kelsey to discuss the importance of consent and communication in both BDSM and survivor communities. They cover how the kink community can be accessible to survivors, the importance of boundaries and aftercare, and why we all need to practice negotiation and consent in all areas of life. Watch the Full Video Podcast Here! · Connect with Justine Here · Learn More About Dungeon East · Follow Justine on IG @thejustinecross · Watch Justine's Work on YouTube · Justine's Website & The Kink Negotiation Worksheet Topics/Triggers: Kink Communities Negotiations, Consent, and Boundaries The Power of Reclaiming Your Sexuality Why Abstinence Education Fails Us Survivors & Consensual Experiences Rape Culture How The Heteronormative View of Sex Minimizes Pleasure Aftercare Safe Words Checking In With Your Body Gender Pay Gap & Systemic Inequality Empowering Women to Have Agency BDSM (Bondage and discipline, domination and submission, sadism and masochism) SSC (Safe, Sane, and Consensual) RAC (Risk Aware, Consensual Kink) PRICK (Personal Responsibility Informed Consensual Kink) ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ If you took anything away from today's podcast, please share it with someone who may need to hear it. And if you really want to support the podcast please give us a rate/review. If you or anyone you know is suffering through trauma contact the National Sexual Assault hotline at 1-800-656-4673 or online for 24/7 support. (This podcast is not a replacement for psychotherapy or mental health care. You can obtain a referral for mental health care provider from your primary care physician, or search on Psychology Today's Find a Therapist directory) Find more Initiated Survivor content here and on Instagram!

Dr. Dani Rosenkrantz is a licensed psychologist in Florida, a Jewish and LGBTQ+ Mental Health Expert, a LGBTQ+ and BIPOC Empowerment Collaborator, and Sexual Health and Wellness Champion. She founded Brave Space Psychology, where she aims to help others trust their inner wisdom, while conquering the feeling of self-doubt, anxiety, and disconnection that can overwhelm us. I sit down with her to talk about intersectionality in sexual trauma, and how oppressive forces aim to separate and isolate individuals of communities. She shares how empowering it can be to reclaim love, joy, and self-compassion in the face of oppression. Throughout our conversation, Dr. Rosenkrantz gives insights and strategies for survivors of all identities and backgrounds to create supportive communities, build resiliences, and begin healing. Topics/Triggers: Impact of Sexual Trauma & the Contributing Systemic Forces The Power of Community Fighting Against Oppressive Powers Why Stay in Florida Intersectional Identities Being Jewish and Queer Recognizing Privilege in Ourselves and Those Around Us Radical Joy & Radical Care "You're Loved" Documentary Pride Shabbats Keshet Jewish Queer Youth Mister Rogers & Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood Contact Dr. Dani Rosenkrantz at DrDani@bravespacepsych.com ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ If you took anything away from today's podcast, please share it with someone who may need to hear it. And if you really want to support the podcast please give us a rate/review. If you or anyone you know is suffering through trauma contact the National Sexual Assault hotline at 1-800-656-4673 or online for 24/7 support. (This podcast is not a replacement for psychotherapy or mental health care. You can obtain a referral for mental health care provider from your primary care physician, or search on Psychology Today's Find a Therapist directory) Find more Initiated Survivor content here and on Instagram!

Welcome to a new series on Initiated Survivor where I will be answering any and all listener questions about recovery, healing, trauma, and anything else you would like to know from a psychologist. In Part 1, I answer questions about repressed memories, the risk of false memories, sensory processing disorders, treating someone who has said disorder, and how to best support a friend who may be struggling with their recovery after being sexually assaulted. All questions will be anonymous to protect everyone's privacy, and if you want your question to be answered next time, please contact me through DM or through my website! Watch the Full Video Podcast Here! Topics/Triggers: Repressed Memories EMDR Somatic Experiencing False Memories Traumatic Memories CBT Prolonged Exposure Body Sensations Unethical Therapeutic Practices Re-traumatization Sensory Processing Disorders: OCD, ADHD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Autism Visual Processing Disorders: Dyslexia, Reading Dyscalculia, Visual Spatial Type of Processing Supporting a Friend Being an Ally ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ If you took anything away from today's podcast, please share it with someone who may need to hear it. And if you really want to support the podcast please give us a rate/review. If you or anyone you know is suffering through trauma contact the National Sexual Assault hotline at 1-800-656-4673 or online for 24/7 support. (This podcast is not a replacement for psychotherapy or mental health care. You can obtain a referral for mental health care provider from your primary care physician, or search on Psychology Today's Find a Therapist directory) Find more Initiated Survivor content here and on Instagram!

Kaleigh Cornelison, LMSW, LCSW, specializes on working with teens, educating them on dating violence, sexual assault, bystander intervention, and consent. In this episode, Kaleigh shares her expert knowledge on the way that sexual assault and gender based violence is effecting the youth of today. She covers the various forms of intimate partner violence that teens are most susceptible to, how teens give her hope for the future, and what we can do as adults to be allies to the young people of today. Topics/Triggers: Gender Based Violence for Adolescence Intimate Partner Violence: Physical, Emotional, Mental, Financial, and Digital Bystander Intervention Consent Breaking Generational Cycles Teen Sexual Assault How Adult Allies Can Help The Belief that Love equals Jealousy "Mutual" Abuse Breakups as Teens ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ If you took anything away from today's podcast, please share it with someone who may need to hear it. And if you really want to support the podcast please give us a rate/review. If you or anyone you know is suffering through trauma contact the National Sexual Assault hotline at 1-800-656-4673 or online for 24/7 support. (This podcast is not a replacement for psychotherapy or mental health care. You can obtain a referral for mental health care provider from your primary care physician, or search on Psychology Today's Find a Therapist directory) Find more Initiated Survivor content here and on Instagram!

April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month. This is the month where we focus in on ourselves and our survivor community, centering our healing and recovery. I wanted to sit down and talk to you about some of what is going on this month, and the ways that I am trying to heal and what you could do for yourself this month too. Topics/Triggers: Survivor Love Letter by Tani Ikeda Denim Day by Peace Over Violence Run Towards the Danger: Confrontations with a Body of Memory By Sarah Polley Francesca Lia Block's Writing Workshops Reclaiming What Was Taken Eat Predators Treating Our Body Well ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ If you took anything away from today's podcast, please share it with someone who may need to hear it. And if you really want to support the podcast please give us a rate/review. If you or anyone you know is suffering through trauma contact the National Sexual Assault hotline at 1-800-656-4673 or online for 24/7 support. (This podcast is not a replacement for psychotherapy or mental health care. You can obtain a referral for mental health care provider from your primary care physician, or search on Psychology Today's Find a Therapist directory) Find more Initiated Survivor content here and on Instagram!

Kristen Hogan was last seen on the podcast in "Good, Strong, and Brave with Kristen Hogan" where she recounted her experience with surviving intimate partner violence. As a founder of Good.Strong.Brave, Kristen wants to empower other women to feel good enough as they are. Part of that is having the resiliency to go on in spite of the trauma we as survivors have endured. It is from our pain that we gain wisdom about who we are and what the world is. But that wisdom can hold uncomfortable truths, and Kristen and I speak on how our worldviews changed after our encounters with sexual violence and why resiliency helped us stay on the path of healing. Topics/Triggers: Resiliency Generational Trauma Sexual Assault on College Campuses + Consent Peter Levine, Ph.D's Somatic Experiencing Wisdom from Recovery The Desire to Change the World The Gateways to Surrender Path to Acceptance Being a Good Ally The Power of Words Dismantling the Patriarchy through Community ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ If you took anything away from today's podcast, please share it with someone who may need to hear it. And if you really want to support the podcast please give us a rate/review. If you or anyone you know is suffering through trauma contact the National Sexual Assault hotline at 1-800-656-4673 or online for 24/7 support. (This podcast is not a replacement for psychotherapy or mental health care. You can obtain a referral for mental health care provider from your primary care physician, or search on Psychology Today's Find a Therapist directory) Find more Initiated Survivor content here and on Instagram!

Radical Genuineness is a skill, principle, and personal value that focuses on saying what you mean as you are. It is directly tied to authenticity and honesty in your relationships. It was also something that was very difficult for me to accomplish in my own life, as I used to be afraid about sharing all of who I was with the people around me. With practice, I was slowly able to show up genuinely rather than simply placating people. I want you all to be able to do the same. So, in this skills spotlight, I break down what Radical Genuineness means and give you tips to accept yourself without judgement. Topics/Triggers: Authenticity + Honesty Trauma Relationships Prioritizing the Needs of Others Over Our Own The Vulnerability of Being Yourself Survival Mode and Placating Others Flight, Fight, Fawn, and People Pleasing What We're Saying with Radical Genuineness How We're Saying Things with Radical Genuineness Accurate Expression Stephen King on the Important Things ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ If you took anything away from today's podcast, please share it with someone who may need to hear it. And if you really want to support the podcast please give us a rate/review. If you or anyone you know is suffering through trauma contact the National Sexual Assault hotline at 1-800-656-4673 or online for 24/7 support. (This podcast is not a replacement for psychotherapy or mental health care. You can obtain a referral for mental health care provider from your primary care physician, or search on Psychology Today's Find a Therapist directory) Find more Initiated Survivor content here and on Instagram!

We will be discussing healthy relationships - What does a healthy relationship look like, what does an unhealthy relationship look like, how to identify, online impact, and warning signs. Our conversation doesn't limit to a partner-relationship but includes family and friends' relations. If you've experienced domestic or intimate partner violence, you can call the National Domestic Violence hotline on 1-800-799-7233. If you have experienced sexual abuse, call the free, confidential National Sexual Assault hotline at 1-800-656-HOPE (4673), or access the 24-7 https://www.rainn.org. IUPUI offers confidential advocacy services to victims of dating, interpersonal, or domestic violence, stalking, sexual assault and more. To make an appointment with a confidential advocate, email saadv@iupui.edu; call 317-274-5715; or visit Counseling and Psychological Services in Walker Plaza 220. https://studentaffairs.iupui.edu/health/counseling-psychological/index.html For resources, education, and trainings about the topics mentioned above, visit the Sexual Assault Prevention, Intervention and Response Task Force website. https://sapir.iupui.edu/Resources/Education-and-Trainings NSVRC (opens in a new tab) provides many different educational opportunities and resources for victim advocates, survivors, researchers, prevention specialists, and community members. https://www.nsvrc.org Coburn Place: In the Greater Indianapolis area, Coburn Place provides sympathetic support and secure housing options to victims of domestic violence and their children. We shed light on a course of action that will revive hope and advance healing. We specialize in new beginnings. https://coburnplace.org Find a domestic violence survivor shelter: https://www.domesticshelters.org/#?radius=50&page=1