
Episode #33
Why It's So Hard to Leave an Abusive Relationship
When most people hear the words domestic violence , they picture physical abuse. But abuse often begins long before anyone is ever physically harmed. In this episode, licensed professional counselor Theresa shares her expertise working with survivors of domestic violence and intimate partner violence. Together, we unpack the subtle warning signs people often miss, including manipulation, isolation, financial abuse, gaslighting, trauma bonding, and coercive control.




