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Episode 38: Somatic Therapy for Trauma Survivors with Carol Hodson

Carol’s first visit to the podcast was super popular with listeners and I’m thrilled to have her back. She talks about what she calls “stealth mental health”, simple practices of somatic experiencing therapy for trauma survivors that can help us get unstuck from trauma symptoms, especially in the early weeks, days, and even hours after an event. Carol was part… Read More »Episode 38: Somatic Therapy for Trauma Survivors with Carol Hodson

Dr. Judith Herman Truth and Repair

Episode 37: Dr. Judith Herman on Truth and Repair

What would true justice look like for survivors of interpersonal trauma? Acknowledgement, validation, accountability for offenders, support from their communities, and offender rehabilitation. The renowned and beloved author, psychiatrist, and researcher Dr. Judith Herman has an invigorating discussion with us about her new book, Truth and Repair: How Trauma Survivors Envision Justice. Show Notes Dr. Judith Herman’s book, Truth and… Read More »Episode 37: Dr. Judith Herman on Truth and Repair

Nicki Weisensee Egan Chasing Cosby

Episode 35: Investigative Journalist Nicki Weisensee Egan, Chasing Cosby since 2005

Investigative journalist, podcast creator & author Nicki Weisensee Egan is dropping truth bombs and setting the record straight on the twists and turns in the Cosby case. Nicki has covered the allegations against Cosby since 2005 when no other media outlets would touch it. Listen to our compelling discussion with Kathryn Robb, Esq. as co-host. Show Notes Visit Nicki’s website… Read More »Episode 35: Investigative Journalist Nicki Weisensee Egan, Chasing Cosby since 2005

The Keepers

Episode 27: The Brave Women Behind The Keepers

If you have watched the Netflix documentary series The Keepers you will recognize our three guests today: Gemma Hoskins, Abbie Schaub and Teresa Lancaster. Each of these brave, determined, morally upstanding women played a vital role in uncovering the horrific crimes and coverups at the heart of the documentary. If you haven’t seen The Keepers, the episode intro will fill you in. And our guests will inspire you with their strength and unending fight for justice.Read More »Episode 27: The Brave Women Behind The Keepers

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Episode 26: Sarah Klein: Attorney, Advocate & Larry Nassar Survivor

Sarah Klein is an attorney for the California law firm Manly, Stewart and Finaldi and a leading voice on sexual abuse and other legal issues in the media. She is also the first known victim of former Olympic Women’s Gymnastics doctor Larry Nassar. Sarah was an elite gymnast who trained from the age of 8 under Coach John Geddert, the head coach for the 2012 U.S. women’s Olympic gymnastics team whose gym she describes as highly abusive, cult-like, and even worse than the sexual abuse she suffered by Nassar. We talk about all of this plus updates on the Larry Nassar fallout and the brave gymnasts who have fought to hold him and the other institutions involved accountable.Read More »Episode 26: Sarah Klein: Attorney, Advocate & Larry Nassar Survivor

Stephen Mills, Author of CHOSEN: A Memoir of Stolen Boyhood

Episode 25: Stephen Mills, Author of CHOSEN: A Memoir of Stolen Boyhood

Stephen Mills is the author of CHOSEN: A Memoir of Stolen Boyhood published by Henry Holt & Company. In this first of many interviews I will be co-hosting with my friend, attorney and advocate Kathryn Robb, we three survivors of child sexual abuse share a moving discussion about the emotional impact of abuse, challenges specific to male survivors, how predators operate, parents who missed the signs, correcting misconceptions, the lawsuit Stephen filed, and so much more.Read More »Episode 25: Stephen Mills, Author of CHOSEN: A Memoir of Stolen Boyhood

Chandra Moyer Truth and Consequences Podcast

Episode 23: Chandra Moyer on Flashbacks, Fragments & Facing Trauma

Chandra Moyer was 37 years old when her high-functioning life was disrupted by frightening flashbacks. She set out to piece together the fragments of her emerging memories and, when she put two and two together, it added up to child sexual abuse. Chandra’s story helps illuminate the intense and bewildering experience of being overwhelmed by flashbacks and how to make… Read More »Episode 23: Chandra Moyer on Flashbacks, Fragments & Facing Trauma

Jen Elizabeth

Episode 19: Trauma and Addiction with Jen Elizabeth

Jen Elizabeth speaks openly about addiction recovery with an emphasis on the trauma that frequently underlies addiction and the emotional work required to stop using, develop new coping mechanisms, and begin to heal from trauma. Jen was raised in a cult where she was sexually abused by her pastor and neglected by her parents. She became addicted to alcohol and… Read More »Episode 19: Trauma and Addiction with Jen Elizabeth

Barbara Heffernan EMDR: What it is and How it Works

Episode 16: EMDR – What it is and How it Works with Barbara Heffernan, LCSW

Psychotherapist and EMDR consultant Barbara Heffernan, LCSW explains how Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing works and walks listeners through the application of this effective trauma treatment. Barbara discusses the positive outcomes she sees as a trauma specialist when treating patients with a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and EMDR. Miranda describes her own brief experience as an EMDR patient… Read More »Episode 16: EMDR – What it is and How it Works with Barbara Heffernan, LCSW

Kathryn Robb Truth and Consequences Podcast

Episode 15: Two Survivors Talk Justice with Attorney & Advocate Kathryn Robb

My first returning guest, Kathryn Robb talks with me about changes to Title IX (put in place by Betsy DeVos) that make it harder for victims of sexual assault to get justice, as well as updates in child sexual abuse statute of limitations laws and the added risk posed by this pandemic for current victims of child abuse. Show Notes… Read More »Episode 15: Two Survivors Talk Justice with Attorney & Advocate Kathryn Robb

Carole Hodson - The Nervous System Keeps the Score

Episode 13: The Nervous System Keeps the Score with Somatic Therapist Carol Hodson

Somatic Experiencing taps into the science of the autonomic nervous system to treat trauma in a non-invasive manner. Expressive art therapist Carol Hodson explains this intriguing treatment modality and also discusses the power of art as a healing tool. You can contact Carol at [email protected] Video: What Israeli Schoolchildren Sing to Deal With Rockets https://youtu.be/1LG2Qkcn7iM Find the Truth & Consequences… Read More »Episode 13: The Nervous System Keeps the Score with Somatic Therapist Carol Hodson

Talking Trauma & Treatment La Shanda Sugg

Episode 10: Trauma-Informed Treatment with Counselor La Shanda Sugg

Talking Trauma & Treatment: La Shanda Sugg is a licensed professional counselor, trainer, and consultant specializing in trauma therapies. She is also a trauma survivor herself who is dedicated to her own ongoing healing work. La Shanda owns Labors of Love Counseling and Consulting LLC in Ohio and she’s the host of the Labors of Love podcast. We discuss the… Read More »Episode 10: Trauma-Informed Treatment with Counselor La Shanda Sugg