I'm Not In An Abusive Relationship
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I'm Not In An Abusive Relationship
A podcast about surviving domestic and sexual violence. Domestic and Sexual Abuse Services explore the hope in what can seem like a hopeless situation. Our goal with “I’m Not in an Abusive Relationship” is to bring you stories of hope to inspire, and conversations with experts to offer insight and...
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Survivor Story - Using Poetry to Heal from Family Abuse - Author Carol White
Carol White, Doctor of Nursing Practice and abuse survivor, shares her mother's legacy of surviving her own abuse through publishing her mother's poet...
Year 3 of the Pandemic - How Are We Serving Our Clients?
The COVID-19 pandemic that began in March of 2020 is now in its third year. While it seems we're in an improving environment, it's still something we'...
Survivor Story - Author Silas Caste, Interrupted Dreams
Silas Caste, single father of 2 boys and the author of Interrupted Dreams, joins Dan on this episode to share hi survivor story and his journey to bec...
What is Intimate Partner Violence?
What is intimate partner violence? Is intimate partner violence the same as domestic violence? What are the differences?
The term inti...
Survivor Story - Surviving Childhood Abuse with Author Christina Vitagliano
Christina Vitagliano is an author, entrepreneur, and the founder of the successful Family entertainment concept, Monster Mini Golf. She's also a survi...
Surviving the Holidays as a Survivor
The holidays can be tough for anyone. They're especially difficult for victims and survivors of abuse. Oftentimes they're immersed in family where the...
How St. Joe County Prosecutor's Office Helps Victims and Survivors
Assistant Prosecutor St Joe County Debbie Davis joins Claudia Pahls on this episode to discuss how the Court is helping victims of violence.
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Survivor Story - How Amy Malin Finds Healing by Giving
Host Dan Moyle met Amy Malin while conducting a business podcast interview. When she mentioned that she was a survivor of abuse, and how that was one...
Survivor Story - How Danielle Survived and Now Helps Others
Hear Danielle’s survivor story and how she now helps others who face what she faced as a victim.
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Serving the LGBTQ Community at the OutCenter of Southwest Michigan
Margo Pierce, Drop-In Center Facilitator at the OutCenter of Southwest Michigan, joins Dan Moyle in this conversation to close out Pride Month 2021. M...
YWCA and LGBTQIA Resources for Survivors
Domestic abuse and sexual violence is often seen through a lens of cisgender, heterosexual relationships. It's an easy stereotype to fall back on. Unf...
Surviving 'Shameguilt' After Abuse with Lois Hollis
Lois Hollis, RN, BSN, REV. is a shame guilt educator, counselor, filmmaker. In this episode, Lois shifts our opinion on the taboo subject, shame and g...
What is Elder Abuse with St Joseph County Commission on Aging
Pamela Riley, Executive Director of the St. Joseph County Commission on Aging, joins Dan Moyle to discuss Elder Abuse Awareness Month. In this episode...
Programming Note: A Brief Hiatus
A quick programming note: I'm Not In An Abusive Relationship will take a brief hiatus for the month of May. We will return in June with new episodes....
Was That a Red Flag? with Author Dean Anderson
Healthy relationships look different for everyone. And sometimes, an unhealthy relationship isn't the fault of just one person. Looking for the red fl...
Child Abuse Prevention Month - What Do Child Advocates at DASAS Do?
National Child Abuse Prevention Month recognizes the importance of families and communities working together to strengthen families to prevent child a...
Keeping Our Kids Safe with Renee Abrams and Katey McPherson of Bark
Renee Abrams and Katey McPherson of Bark, a technology to help parents and caregivers proactively monitor text messages, social media and more for the...
Talking to Our Kids About Sexual Assault Without Scaring Them
During Sexual Assault Awareness Month, we are helping parents and caretakers talk to their children about sexual assault. It's not easy to approach th...
Sexual Abuse in the Media
In this episode, DASAS Executive Director Krista DeBoer shares information about a presentation she gave the DASAS Board of Directors on media coverag...
Survivor Story - Nicole's Journey of Escaping, Returning, Forgiveness and Surviving
Nicole Railsback - Co-Owner and Operator of Railsback Indoor Sports Expo - The RISE in Southwest Michigan, shares her story of abuse, escape, a return...
How to Help and Support DASAS
Bill Furr, President of the Board of Directors at DASAS and chair of the facilities committee, joins Dan on this episode to discuss how listeners can...
2 Years, 100 Episodes - What Have We Learned from Our Podcast
After two years and 100 episodes, some of the people behind I'm Not In An Abusive Relationship gather to discuss where we started, what expectations w...
Men and Surviving Sexual Abuse
Survivors of sexual abuse (and domestic violence) span genders, sex, orientation and other identifiers. In other words, yes, men are victims, too. In...
Is Most Violence Against Women Committed by Strangers?
Laura Kopacz is a Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE Nurse) at ProMedica Coldwater Regional Hospital Branch County Sexual Assault Services. On this e...
How Do We Help Families Impacted by Domestic Violence? - with Dr. Barbara Howes in Cass County
Michigan’s problem-solving courts have been extraordinarily successful in solving problems and saving lives, thanks in large part to Dr. Barbara Howes...
Why Couple's Counseling Can Be Dangerous for Victims of Domestic Abuse
Valentine's Day: The day "we" celebrate couples. But love isn't always pink hearts, roses and candy. Couple's counseling can help when things aren't r...
International Efforts to Stop Human Trafficking with Hope for Justice
Hope for Justice exists to bring an end to modern slavery by preventing exploitation, rescuing victims, restoring lives and reforming society. On this...
Local Efforts to Stop Human Trafficking with the Kalamazoo Area Anti-Human Trafficking Coalition
The Kalamazoo Area Anti-Human Trafficking Coalition was formed in 2012. The group is a community member organization that comes together to raise awar...
Keeping Our Kids Safe on Social with Bark Technology and Titania Jordan
This is the first in a 3-part special series for National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month. We kick off our series with Keeping Our Kids...
How Friend of the Court Helps Families - and Survivors
In many states, Friend of the Court has a negative reputation. They're seen as a faceless organization with no compassion. In Cass County Michigan, th...
Why a 30-Day Shelter Isn't Realistic for Victims of Abuse
Historically, shelters for victims of abuse were limited to 30 days. However, most of the time when a survivor is transitioning from an abusive home i...
Surviving Abuse During the Holidays - Do the Holidays Make Abuse Worse?
In this episode, we unpack how the holidays can impact abuse with DASAS therapist Elizabeth Alderson.
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How Can I Tell if I Have Abusive Parents
Maryssa Presbitero, child advocate at DASAS, helps answer the question "How can I tell if my parents are abusive?"
Child abuse is more than phys...
Can Domestic Abuse Cause Depression?
This follow up to "How Does Domestic Violence Affect the Brain?" brings DASAS therapist Elizabeth Alderson back to explore whether domestic violence,...
How Does Domestic Violence Affect the Brain?
Domestic violence can be defined as a pattern of behavior in any relationship that is used to gain or maintain power and control over an intimate part...
Author Newton Matos - Deep Down: Delivered From a Dark Past
Newton Matos escaped a truly harrowing past - a drug-addicted mother, gang life, homelessness and a criminal record all before he turned eighteen. He...
How to Deal with Toxic Family Members
What do you do when there's an abusive person in your family? How do you deal with toxic family members?
In this episode, Director of Advocacy S...
Survivor Story - Successful CEO and Podcaster Laura Owens Shares Her Story to Inspire and Encourage
On this episode, Laura Owens, co-host of the #8 ranked All-Time Bestselling Entrepreneurship show on Apple Podcast Nobody Told Me!, joins Dan to share...
Empowering Women to Heal Through Sharing Their Stories with Author of #SheWins Alisa Divine
For the last decade, Alisa Divine has supported women in feeling empowered. She founded The More Than Beautiful Project™, mentors women, and wrote #Sh...
Survivor Story - Why September Burton Blamed Herself for Her Abuse
September Burton is a survivor who believed her story to be unique. She believed, "It must be my fault that I was being abused and that if only I were...