Podcast Show Notes

Series 13 Episode 5

Guest: Patricia Gordon Stevens

In this episode I talk with counsellor and author Patricia Gordon Stevens about the long-term implications of domestic violence.

We cover:

• Patricia’s lived experience of domestic violence and the psychological impact of years of abuse.
• Patricia's journey to becoming a counsellor and supporting others
• How to talk to your friends about domestic violence and how to find your tribe
• Patricia’s novel “Madness in Memphis” which depicts a woman escaping an abusive marriage only to discover that physical escape doesn’t necessarily mean psychological freedom.
• What healing actually looks like and dealing with shame and self-blame.
• Dealing with grief and trauma simultaneously and find hope again.

Find Patricia:

https://www.patriciagordonstevens.com/

https://www.instagram.com/patriciagordonstevensauthor/

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The Adversity Psychologist Podcast sessions do not constitute any kind of formal clinical support. If you require support with your emotional health or are in crisis then please refer to the details below:

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