Rights and Remedies

TW: This episode contains discussion of emotional abuse, narcissism, and trauma. Please take care while listening.

What does it really take to rebuild your life after narcissistic abuse and deep emotional trauma? 

In this powerful episode, holistic counselor, author, and podcast host Lorene Roberts opens up about her personal journey from feeling completely broken to finding emotional freedom, and now helping othe...

If you’ve just discovered an intimate photo or video of yourself online without your consent, take a breath - you are not alone, and there is a way forward.

When you're hit with the shock of finding an intimate image shared without your consent, the instinct is clear: make it disappear, fast.

But here’s the hard truth: deleting too quickly could erase the very evidence you need to take legal action, get the content rem...

Warning: This episode contains discussion of sexual assault.

When writer and activist Cheyenne Tyler Jacobs was sexually assaulted by someone she knew and trusted, she began a journey that was painful, confusing, and deeply transformational. 

She reported to police, went through a two-year legal process, and along the way, realized how few meaningful, survivor-centered resources were available. So she created her ...

Warning: This episode contains discussion of sexual assault, including the sexual abuse of minors.

In this powerful episode of Rights + Remedies, I'm joined by Justin Boardman, retired detective and nationally recognised advocate for trauma-informed policing. 

Justin Boardman served as a detective in the Special Victims Unit for 15 years. Today, he’s a national speaker, consultant, and advocate for trauma-informed practices in g...

***TRIGGER WARNING: Child Abuse and Child Neglect***

The foster care system is complex, and for many families, navigating the legal process can feel overwhelming.

In this episode of Rights + Remedies, Jill Roth-Gutman, a Child Welfare Law Specialist and experienced attorney, breaks down the key aspects of child welfare law and foster care.

Jill shares:
🔹 What actually happens in court during a foster care case
🔹 T...

***TRIGGER WARNING: Child Abuse and Child Neglect***

Teenagers in foster care face an uphill battle - not just in finding placements but in overcoming the trauma they’ve endured.

In this episode of Rights + Remedies, I sit down with Tiffani Dhooge, a relentless advocate for at-risk youth and CEO of Children’s Harbor, to discuss the realities of foster care and the power of community in healing trauma.

Tiffani shar...

***TRIGGER WARNING: Cyber Sexual Abuse and Sexual Abuse***

In today's episode, I'm joined by Lindsay Lieberman, attorney and founder of Lindsay Lieberman, LLC, a legal and consulting firm dedicated to advocating for victims of cyber abuse. 

From sextortion to deep fakes, Lindsay works to support survivors and educate parents, schools, and law enforcement on the dangers of digital harm.

We discuss:

• How...

In this episode, I'll shed light on the growing intersection of domestic violence and cyber abuse. While domestic violence is often thought of as physical or emotional harm, digital abuse is an increasing tool used by perpetrators to assert control, seek revenge, and punish victims.

Today, I'll be talking about:

• The different types of domestic violence and their digital counterparts
• The dangers of deep fakes, doxing, rev...

In this episode, I'm joined by somatic trauma-informed coach Darla Radilla to discuss the journey of healing from narcissistic abuse and reclaiming your power.

Darla shares her personal experiences of surviving an abusive childhood and multiple toxic relationships, and how she turned her pain into a mission to help others.

We Explore:

• The signs of narcissistic abuse, including the love-bomb, devalue, disc...

Today, I'm sitting down with Kahila Hedayatzadeh, founder of the Thriving Woman Institute, to explore the intersection of therapy and coaching for trauma-focused healing. 

As a seasoned psychotherapist with over 10 years of experience, specializing in trauma healing and relational therapy, Kahila shares her unique approach to helping adults heal relational wounds, face their trauma, and build the skills to navigate li...

In this episode of Rights and Remedies, I sit down with Dr. Debbie Silber, the founder of the Post Betrayal Transformation Institute. Dr. Silber shares her journey of transforming personal betrayal into groundbreaking research, and she discusses how she built a supportive community that helps individuals and couples heal from betrayal. Her work focuses on moving beyond the victim narrative and fostering intentional growth and trans...

In this episode of Rights and Remedies, Allison Mahoney gives us a closer look at the U.S. foster care system. With nearly 400,000 children currently in foster care, Allison walks through the system’s structure, from federal to local levels, and explains how children enter foster care and what happens while they’re in the system.

Trigger Warning

This episode discuss sensitive topics related to child abuse and neglect. Please take car...

In this episode of Rights and Remedies, Allison Mahoney talks with Linee Walker and Lillie Floyd, the passionate founders of Daniel's Voice. The organization was created in memory of Linee’s son, Daniel, whose life was tragically cut short by domestic violence. Together, Linee and Lillie are working to ensure that male victims and their families find the support and understanding they need.

Trigger Warning

This episode includes ...

In this episode of Rights and Remedies, I sit down with Mari Frankel, a guardian ad litem in Florida and the filmmaker behind Foster Shock. Frankel shares her eye-opening journey into the foster care system after witnessing a devastating news story about two abused foster children. Her experiences advocating for vulnerable youth inspired her to create a documentary that reveals the hidden challenges and systemic failures within the...

In this episode, Allison shares the story of her paternal grandmother, Helen Mahoney, and her grandmother’s experience in the child welfare system in the United States in the early 1920’s. As a young child, Helen was placed in St. Joseph's Home for the Friendless, an orphanage in Chicago, following the death of her mother. Allison explores the impact of Helen's upbringing on their family and draws parallels between her gr...

In this episode of Rights and Remedies, we examine the deeply troubling findings of a recent U.S. Senate Committee report on foster care residential treatment facilities: “Warehouses of Neglect: How Taxpayers are Funding Systemic Abuse in Youth Residential Treatment Facilities.”

These congregate care facilities are supposed to provide care and support for some of our most vulnerable youth. Instead, facilities owned by four...

Rights and Remedies is your go-to podcast for survivors, advocates, and those wanting to explore the legal and human dimensions of sexual abuse, cyber abuse, domestic violence, and child welfare. Each episode unpacks the complexities of these issues, examines the civil rights challenges affecting vulnerable populations, and highlights the innovative approaches to making a difference. Tune in for expert insights, powerful stories, a...