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Sister Survivors Podcast

Katherine Barner: Advocate, Psychotherapist, and Podcasterkatherinebarner.org
The Sister Survivors Podcast is a weekly conversation to equip and empower survivors of sexual abuse or sexual assault. Join your host, Katherine Barner, a licensed Psychotherapist, award winning author, speaker and childhood sexual abuse survivor as she and her guests pull back the curtain to shed light on the trauma of sexual abuse and sexual assault. Katherine and her guests discuss the challenges survivors face, the hope they can have for healing, and the powerful work being done by advocates around the globe.
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Episodes

This is My Story: Silent No More

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 offers encouragement for other survivors. Shanterra's website Therapist Directory To join the conversation on social media, use the hashtag #SistersSurvive Please follow us: Twitter: @sisterssurvive Instagram: @sistersurvivorspodcast Facebook: @sistersurvivorspo...

Oct 31, 201934 minSeason 1Ep. 13

Sexual Violence in the Lives of African American Women

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 against them, and so much more. Dr. West's website Therapist Directory To join the conversation on social media, use the hashtag #SistersSurvive Please follow us: Twitter: @sisterssurvive Instagram: @sistersurvivorspodcast Facebook: @sistersurvivorspodcast If...

Oct 24, 201935 minSeason 1Ep. 12

Managing Triggers

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 on social media, use the hashtag #SistersSurvive Please follow us: Twitter: @sisterssurvive Instagram: @sistersurvivorspodcast Facebook: @sistersurvivorspodcast If you have questions or inquiries, email us at podcast@katherinebarner.org Podcast Theme Music: "Su...

Oct 10, 201915 minSeason 1Ep. 11

Let's Talk About Intimacy

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 To join the conversation on social media, use the hashtag #SistersSurvive Please follow us: Twitter: @sisterssurvive Instagram: @sistersurvivorspodcast Facebook: @sistersurvivorspodcast If you have questions or inquiries, email us at podcast@katherinebarner.org...

Oct 03, 201927 minSeason 1Ep. 10

Forgiving the Unforgivable

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 work; ending child marriage and preventing any other child from enduring what she did as an 11 year old girl. Sherry's website Sherry's website Purchase Sherry's book on Amazon Therapist Directory To join the conversation on social media, use the hashtag #Sist...

Sep 26, 201929 minSeason 1Ep. 9

A Journey Toward Purpose

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 on social media, use the hashtag #SistersSurvive Please follow us: Twitter: @sisterssurvive Instagram: @sistersurvivorspodcast Facebook: @sistersurvivorspodcast If you have questions or inquiries, email us at podcast@katherinebarner.org Podcast Theme Music: "Su...

Sep 19, 201926 minSeason 1Ep. 8

Survivor Self Care Tips

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: @sistersurvivorspodcast Facebook: @sistersurvivorspodcast If you have questions or inquiries, email us at podcast@katherinebarner.org Podcast Theme Music: "Sunshine" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creat...

Sep 05, 201919 minSeason 1Ep. 7

Helping the Church Respond to Sexual Abuse Survivors

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 Therapist Directory To join the conversation on social media, use the hashtag #SistersSurvive Please follow us: Twitter: @sisterssurvive Instagram: @sistersurvivorspodcast Facebook: @sistersurvivorspodcast If you have questions or inquiries, email us at podcast@kat...

Aug 29, 201926 minSeason 1Ep. 6

From Survivor to Warrior

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 Directory To join the conversation on social media, use the hashtag #SistersSurvive Please follow us: Twitter: @sisterssurvive Instagram: @sistersurvivorspodcast Facebook: @sistersurvivorspodcast If you have questions or inquiries, email us at podcast@katherineba...

Aug 22, 201935 minSeason 1Ep. 5

Serving Survivors Well

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 educating our children. Resources mentioned on the show: The Bridge Over Troubled Waters A Guide for Survivors of Sexual Assault Texas Crime Victims Compensation Program Texas Advocacy Project Texas Association Against Sexual Assault RAINN To join the conversa...

Aug 15, 201930 minSeason 1Ep. 4

A Voice of Truth for Women of Color

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 when dealing with the trauma of sexual abuse and sexual assault. Rev. Proverbs website Therapist Directory To join the conversation on social media, use the hashtag #SistersSurvive Please follow us: Twitter: @sisterssurvive Instagram: @sistersurvivorspodcast...

Aug 08, 201937 minSeason 1Ep. 3

Living In the Light of Truth

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 shed light on this issue. To join the conversation on social media, use the hashtag #SistersSurvive Please follow us: Twitter: @sisterssurvive Instagram: @sistersurvivorspodcast Facebook: @sistersurvivorspodcast If you have questions or inquiries, email us at...

Jul 28, 201913 minSeason 1Ep. 1

A Time for Courage

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 her upcoming event The Courage Conference. http://www.ashleyeaster.com/ https://www.thecourageconference.com/ To join the conversation on social media, use the hashtag #SistersSurvive Please follow us: Twitter: @sisterssurvive Instagram: @sistersurvivorspo...

Jul 28, 201934 minSeason 1Ep. 2
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