DIP in and out with Lucy

When you visit Janine Isaac's website you are greeted with, "You're not broken. You're buried. 

What a powerful statement and one that allows the reader to feel seen and heard.

Join us in this episode for a thoughtful conversation on the experiences, insights and conversations that help make support feel closer than you think...

Website: https://janineisaacs.com/

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In this episode, I’m joined by survivor and advocate Fran Murphy for an honest conversation about domestic abuse, lived experience, and the realities so many survivors face. Fran speaks with courage, clarity, and compassion about what support really needs to look like, and why survivor voices matter.

This is a powerful episode about listening, understanding, and making help easier to reach.

Listen now and share with anyone who ...

The wonderful Ebony is the force behind Her Haven App which is a trauma-informed digital platform created to support survivors of domestic and post-separation abuse. Designed with safety, privacy, and empowerment at its core, the app provides discreet access to trusted resources, emotional support, and practical tools for recovery. 

Her Haven connects users to local services, coaching, and community networks, helping th...

This episode explores the transformative power of storytelling and community in the journey from surviving to thriving for those impacted by domestic abuse. 

Lejla Dauti joins me to share her personal and professional insights into supporting survivors, challenging stigma, and creating safe spaces. 

Through her work with The Survivors Circle,  Lejla Please Tell My Story and Liberty Una CIC, Lejla has built platforms th...

What a complete joy and privilege it was to spend time with a guest whose story embodies compassion, courage, and change. With over 30 years as a salon owner and stylist, she has witnessed first-hand the power of connection, trust, and empathy within the beauty industry. Her career has always been about more than transforming hair—it’s been about creating safe spaces where people can truly be seen and heard.

As a survivo...

In this powerful episode, I sit down with the truly inspiring Ingrid Dutton — host of the 1 in 3 Podcast, Speaker, Nurse Practitioner, and Survivor. Ingrid shares her journey of resilience and purpose, using her voice to break the silence around domestic abuse through bold education, real talk, and unwavering strength.

This conversation is honest, real, and raw — a reminder of the power of truth, healing, and courage in ...

Anne Wintemute is a dedicated and visionary leader, currently serving as the Co-Founder and CEO of Aimee Says, a sanctuary of support and empowerment for people impacted by relationship abuse. Aimee Says, is dedicated to helping individuals as they navigate the path towards safety and healing, not just for themselves but also for those they cherish.

Anne is passionate about transforming the discourse around intimate partner violence...

Do you know what the best kind of mornings are, they are the ones filled with energetic and lively conversation!

I had the pleasure of sitting down this morning with Anna Gatehouse from Pier Training to discuss Domestic & Sexual Abuse Support Worker Level 4 Apprenticeship alongside Matthew Embley, Jo Clay, Nasra Omar BSc, DIP and the wonderful Mollie and Chloe from the first cohort of learners. 

This was a BI...

In this episode of Season 7, I had the pleasure of sitting down with the wonderful Catherine Haworth who is an award winning Domestic Abuse and Children Act Solicitor, an advocate for victims of domestic abuse and sexual assault. She's also the owner and founder of Haworth Family Law. 

Anyone who has experienced the Family Court system will be able to relate to this episode on another level! 

Thank you Catherine for joining...

After enduring marriage to the infamous “Wolf of Wall Street,” Nadine Macaluso, PhD, has made it her life’s work to help other women understand, escape, and heal from their trauma bonds with pathological partners. Her own toxic relationship inspired her to become a psychotherapist, specializing in narcissistic abuse, trauma bond relationships, and complex PTSD. And her private practice quickly flooded with women r...

What an episode - three incredible women took the time to sit down with me and record an episode of DIP in and out with Lucy...

First up, Sarah Taylor founder of PEEPSA - Prevent Educate Eradicate Post Separation Abuse.

Charlotte Budd Survivor of Domestic Abuse, published author, trauma informed reiki practitioner & children’s mindfulness & meditation teacher.   

And Michelle El-Din, Int...

Duncan Craig founded the charity We are Survivors https://www.wearesurvivors.org.uk/ to help male survivors because there was so little help out there for people like him.  

Now, he is the CEO of that charity and We Are Survivors is the largest in the UK!

Thank you Duncan for a truly inspirational discussion. 

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I had the pleasure of sitting down with the wonderful International best-selling domestic abuse author and founder of A New You, Michelle El-Din!

Michelle understands how Domestic Abuse impacts lives and she knows that it is possible to rediscover your strength and power!

Her social media group, A New You provides support and empowerment to women who have experienced domestic abuse. It serves to help women regain thei...

In this Bonus feature, you'll get a glimpse into the incredible day that was Breaking the Silence PEGS Conference 2025! From amazing speakers to engaged delegates, this was a day to remember. 

Raising awareness of Child to Parent Abuse, supporting parents, training professionals and influencing national policy. PEGS is a leading light in the conversation around Child to Parent Abuse. 

This is just a window into the day but ...

Domestic Abuse Awareness Month: This month, I'll be releasing several episodes in honour of Domestic Abuse Awareness Month.

In this episode I sit down with Matt Horman, employed mentor for young people, public speaker, and advocate for lived experience of domestic abuse.

Matt was a Police Officer for Nineteen years within a variety of roles including National and Local support roles. He's a mental health advocate, Eve...

Domestic Abuse Awareness Month: This month, I'll be releasing several episodes in honour of Domestic Abuse Awareness Month.

In this episode I sit down with the truly remarkable Sharon Livermore - Founder of Domestic Abuse Education, Domestic Abuse Survivor, Public Speaker, Winner of Cambridgeshire SME Business Person of the Year 2023and Woman of the Year 2024! 

Sharon is a proud survivor of domestic abuse who has...

Domestic Abuse Awareness Month 2025

This month, I'll be releasing several episodes in honour of Domestic Abuse Awareness Month.

In this episode, I have the pleasure of sitting down with the wonderful Lynn Stroud. Lynn is an experienced Paralegal, she's dedicated to empowering survivors of Domestic Violence, Coercive Control and Sexual Assault…..

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Jennifer C. Parker, MSSW, LCSW Author, Blogger, Presenter and so much more!

Sitting down with Jennifer was a true privilege. She gets it, she understands it and I found myself nodding to EVERYTHING she said during this episode. She is a light in the very dark world of domestic abuse and coercive control. 

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