The Truth About Abuse - Survivor Empowerment Network

Feb 16 2023
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DV/SA Survivors Speak Truth; A abuse and trauma Survivor-run Podcast where we elevate Survivor voices and amplify Survivor stories. On this podcast, we talk about the truth of abuse and how we are healing from trauma. We also discuss the projects we are working on for peer support, self-advocacy, healing, outreach, education, and restorative justice.

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Leaving an Abusive Relationship - An Engaging Conversation with April

Feb 16 2023 41 mins  
A story so common to many Survivors, April talks about what it was like when leaving her abuser, including the impact of different types of post-separation abuse, including parent alienation. Rachelle and April reflect on “choices” Survivors make and April shares how she has moved forward in her healing journey to find peace for herself.Check out our new Chapters option as you

Survivor-Centered Recovery - A Mindful Healing Practice with Cora

Nov 15 2022 30 mins  
Join Rachelle and Cora sharing their experiences with mindfulness and self-advocacy in their Survivor-centered recovery journey.Support the Show.Thanks for listening! The Truth About Abuse - SCARS Survivors Speakhttps://www.scarsoforegon.orgGet "Social" with us on SCARS social media @SCARSofOregon on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram

Resisting the Pull - Real Talk with Jennifer

Oct 28 2022 26 mins  
What does it mean to live a life free from abuse for someone who is a Survivor of domestic violence? Listen to Rachelle and Jennifer share what that looks like in their lives.Support the Show.Thanks for listening! The Truth About Abuse - SCARS Survivors Speakhttps://www.scarsoforegon.orgGet "Social" with us on SCARS social media @SCARSofOregon on Facebook, Twitter, and In

Domestic Abuse Recovery - Survivor Chat with Tammy

Oct 18 2022 25 mins  
The value of peer support in recovery has been slowly gaining more recognition. We have lived the truth of the importance of this type of support with fellow SCARS Survivors since we began meeting together in 2016. Rachelle and Tammy chat about their experiences with counseling and peer support and how that helped in their recovery from being in abusive relationships. Support the S

SCARS Survivor Impact Panels - Discussion with Jane

Oct 11 2022 23 mins  
In 2019, the SCARS organization took over the administration of Domestic Violence Survivor Impact Panels. Despite criticism from many professional institutions in the domestic violence community, the Survivor Impact Panels have thrived and positively impacted the lives of Survivors and perpetrators. In this episode, Rachelle and Jane will discuss their experiences being panelists a