In Part 1 of this 2 Part interview, Katherine talks with author, motivational speaker, educator and coach, Shanterra McBride. In today's episode Shanterra shares the impact of being raped while attending college, her path to healing, and offer

Sexual Violence in the Lives of African American Women

Oct 24th, 2019 35m 10s

In today's episode, Katherine talks with award-winning author and Professor of Psychology Dr. Carolyn West. Dr. West breaks down the historical roots of violence against African American women, how media images shape perceptions of violence ag

Managing Triggers

Oct 10th, 2019 14m 49s

In today's episode, Katherine shares some important tips to help manage triggers. These are practical tips you can use just about anywhere when you're experiencing heightened anxiety or stress. Therapist Directory To join the conversation o

Let's Talk About Intimacy

Oct 3rd, 2019 26m 59s

In today's episode, Katherine shares some important tips to help survivors engage in healthy sexual relationships. As a special treat her husband joins the conversation to share his perspective on this important topic. Therapist Directory T

Forgiving the Unforgivable

Sep 26th, 2019 28m 48s

In today's episode, Katherine talks with survivor, and child bride advocate Sherry Johnson. Sherry shares her story of childhood sexual abuse and the scores of adults who failed to protect her. She also discusses what has become her life's wor

A Journey Toward Purpose

Sep 19th, 2019 25m 37s

In today's episode, Katherine talks with licensed professional counselor Paulishia Augillard about overcoming the challenges after childhood sexual abuse and the journey to finding her purpose. Therapist Directory To join the conversation o

Survivor Self Care Tips

Sep 5th, 2019 19m 24s

In today's episode, Katherine shares some important self care tips for survivors. Therapist Directory To join the conversation on social media, use the hashtag #SistersSurvive Please follow us: Twitter: @sisterssurvive Instagram: @sister

Helping the Church Respond to Sexual Abuse Survivors

Aug 29th, 2019 25m 50s

In today's episode, Katherine talks with survivor, advocate and author Mary Demuth about her new book We Too and how the church should respond to survivors of sexual abuse and sexual assault. Mary's website 21 Days to Healing Resource Ther

Survivor to Warrior

Aug 22nd, 2019 34m 41s

In today's episode, Katherine talks with advocate, author and survivor Lisa Cybaniak. Lisa shares her story of surviving childhood abuse and her mission to help other survivors find healing. Lisa's website Purchase Lisa's book Therapist Di

Serving Survivors Well

Aug 15th, 2019 29m 57s

In this episode, Katherine talks with Q. Olivia Rivers, Deputy Director at The Bridge Over Troubled Waters. Olivia discusses the work her agency is doing to help survivors of sexual assault, resources available, and why we must start early educ

A Voice of Truth for Women of Color

Aug 8th, 2019 36m 57s

In today's episode, Katherine talks with Rev. Lyvonne Proverbs. Rev. Proverbs shares her story of survival, the prevalence of sexual violence among black women, the silence of the black church, and the specific challenges women of color face wh

Living in the Light of Truth

Jul 28th, 2019 13m 26s

In this episode, Katherine explains why she chose to begin this podcast. Sexual abuse and sexual assault are problems that touch people in every corner of the globe. Women are suffering in silence and it is time to pull back the curtain and she

A Time for Courage

Jul 28th, 2019 34m 19s

In this episode, Katherine chats with survivor/advocate Ashley Easter. Ashley shares her story of survival, her work advocating for survivors of sexual assault, and the crisis facing the church as it relates to this issue. She also talks about