Journey On: Survivors Healing from Sexual Abuse & Assault

Journey On: Survivors Healing from Sexual Abuse & Assault

1 in 4 women and 1 in 6 men have been sexually abused or assaulted. Hear survivor stories filled with hope, resiliency, and recovery. You are not alone. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/journeyonpod/support

Episodes

March 29, 2021 7 mins

This is the last episode of Journey On: Survivors Healing from Sexual Abuse and Assault. It's with a heavy heart that I make this decision. I wish all of my past guests and all of my listeners nothing but love and healing. I know that you will continue to pursue your life goals and continued healing from sexual abuse. You deserve healing. I'll still be around. Email me if you need additional support. Take care. -- D.J. Burr

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In this episode of Journey On, D.J. talks with Janitta Nichols, former police officer and author of "The Secrets of My Mother." In this book, Janitta explores what she calls "the family secrecy program" and details her harrowing survival from 300 sexual abuse experiences by family members! Janitta is a survivor! Follow and Subscribe to see more of Janitta's journey: Instagram and Youtube.

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On this episode of Journey On, DJ talks with Dr. Matt Jaremko, a clinical psychologist who co-wrote a book with Beth Fehlbaum, a survivor of childhood sexual abuse, called Trauma Recovery: Sessions with Dr. Matt, Narratives of Hope and Resilience for Victims with PTSD. Dr. Matt. DJ and Dr. Matt take a deep dive into the roots of trauma and how survivors can navigate the complex healing process. You can view their conversation along...

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February 2, 2021 36 mins

In this episode of Journey On, DJ welcomes back friend and past guest Andre Bisquera (Previously on S1E6) to get caught up on Andre's quest to right the wrongs of the legal system when it comes to survivors' rights and statutes of limitation for reporting sexual abuse/assault. Andre lives in Hawaii and has amassed a strong following from the survivor community there. His online men's survivor group has grown exponentially in the la...

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On this episode of Journey On, DJ talks with author Rick Huttner. Rick discusses sexual abuse as an infant and a teen, and the impact that has had on his life. He also discusses about the resiliency of survivors. Make sure to check out Rick’s foundation, Resilient People, and his book, Resilient People: A Journey from Abuse to Healing & Love - Available on Amazon. Journey On is hosted by D.J. Burr - a Seattle psychotherapist, s...

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On this episode of Journey On, D.J. talks with Dr. Jason Newsome, author of Finding Peace In An Imperfect World: Applying God's Principles to Calm Real-Life Chaos, and director of Day Spring Counseling Service in Dunbar, WV. Jason shares about his experience of healing from physical, emotional, and sexual abuse by five different perpetrators. In his private practice, Jason works with both sexual perpetrators and sexual abuse s...

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In this episode of Journey On, D.J. talks with fellow podcaster, Mykahl Battin, of the “What If” podcast, about his experience as a male survivor. Mykahl shares about incest, the pain of not being heard, and learning to forgive, but not forget. Follow Mykahl on Twitter @MykahlBat. Hosted by D.J. Burr - a Seattle psychotherapist, screenwriter, and author. Check out DJ's linktree: https://linktr.ee/djable for links to books, shows, e...
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November 15, 2020 37 mins

Author Larry Ruhl joins D.J. for another riveting episode of the podcast. Larry discusses his book, Breaking The Ruhls, what it was like to grow up in a home with a mother whom suffered with mental illness, and a father who sexually abused him. Larry maneuvered through his tragedy with relationships, and drugs, but emerged as someone willing and able to survive. Learn more about Larry and his fantastic memoir at www.breakingtheruhl...

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Journey On is Back! Join D.J. and guest, Ben Black, as they discuss what it means to be survivors of a global epidemic - child sexual abuse! Ben identifies as a queer person who has suffered greatly. He goes in-depth to discuss how he survived being abused within the Catholic church, and how he and others fought back - to be heard and to be seen. Ben discloses that his father is also a child sex abuse survivor, and was also abused ...

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October 12, 2020 1 min
D.J. Burr and Journey On are back for Season Three. You'll hear more riveting stories of survival and hope. New episodes premiere Sunday, November 1st.  Music by Condewit, Matthew Ortega www.condewit.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/journeyonpod/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/journeyonpod/support
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December 12, 2017 6 mins
In this mini bonus, D.J. talks with film producer Evie Warner regarding her latest project, "15 Minutes," which highlights male sexual assault. To learn more about the film and Evie, check out her Facebook page.  Hosted by D.J. Burr - a Seattle psychotherapist and author of I Just Wanted Love: Recovery of a Codependent, Sex and Love Addict.  Each episode of Journey On features real life accounts of sexual abuse and assault. You may...
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December 1, 2017 14 mins
In the Season Two finale, D.J. Burr talks about "Me Too" and how he has been impacted since the nation and the world FINALLY began to take notice of the horrendous behaviors committed against female and male survivors. D.J. expresses a myriad of emotions, and details what he plans to do to take care of himself during this tumultious time. He shares recommendations and offers continued support to those still suffering.    Hosted by ...
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In this week's episode, D.J. talks with a friend and colleague, Liz, who reached out to D.J. for help sharing her story of what it was like to be a sexual assault survivor while being in a relationship. Liz talks about an important topic we need to talk more about. Even in a relationship, you have the right to say 'no' or 'not yet' and have your boundaries respected. When that doesn't happen, shame, fear, guilt and anger can destro...
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In this week's episode, D.J. Burr talks with Neil Jaffee, distinguished filmaker and lawyer, about his two documentaries: Off The Record: Justice Denied to Child Sex Abuse Survivors(Best in Show - Rosebud Film Festival) and Pursuit of Truth. Neil and his co-producer, Valerie Gibson, are advocates for survivors and they work tirelessly to educate the public about the injustices survivors endure when coming forward to report their se...
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In this week's episode of Journey On, D.J. talks with sexual assault survivor turned author and advocate, Eddie Kedge. In 1980, Eddie was kidnapped and sexually assaulted by a serial predator. Eddie says he is a "ten percenter", referring to the statistic that only ten percent of those abused are abused by a stranger. Here his inspiring journey.  To Learn more about Eddie, check out his book Song of Highway 1 South: A Boy's Journey...
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On this week's episode, D.J. talks with author Dan Quennevile, otherwise known as Alter Pain, about his book The Heartest Story Finally Told: Jesus's Glory Divinely Bold. Dan shares what it was like for him growing up; experiencing molestation at a very young age; and living with a man he considered like a father who tormented him emotionally, physically, and spiritually. Grab a copy of Dan's book today! You can email Dan Quennevil...
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In this week's episode, D.J. talks with David Lorenz, child abuse advocate, member of SNAP (Survivors Network of those Abused by Priest) and male sexual abuse survivor who speaks out regularly about child sexual abuse and statute of limitations which prevent some survivors from coming forward with their truths. David was featured on Netflix's The Keepers as he, and other advocates, voiced concerns about the statue of limitations in...
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In this week's episode of Journey On, D.J. talks with psychotherapist and life coach David Lohman Devore about his experience as a surivor of childhood sexual abuse. David shares on spiritual abuse, shame, and regaining a sense of self after healing from the deep wounds of his past. David offers compelling insight and inspiring action steps you can take to heal each day. David is currently at life coach in Chicago and can be reache...
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In this bonus episode, D.J. talks with Nanette Kirsch, author of Denial: Abuse, Addiction, and a Life Derailed, and her husband Craig. Craig provides his perspective as a spouse witnessing the affects of the abuse his wife suffered had on her and their marriage. This intimiate conversation opens up a lot of avenues for further discussion and we hope it gives you, the listener, an opportunity to share how it impacts you.   Each epis...
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In part-two of the premiere episode of season two of Journey On: Survivors Healing from Sexual Abuse & Assault, host D.J. Burr talks with author and survivor, Nanette Kirsch, about her personal experience as a survivor. Nanette states early on in the interview that this is her first time publicly sharing about the emotional and physical abuse she endured in her young life. Nanette also shares how her own story helped her write her ...
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