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Brave Hearts Speak
Brave Hearts Speak is a podcast dedicated to helping women reclaim their voices, rise from the shadows of abuse, and step fully into their power. Hosted by Lucia, a psychotherapist and survivor, each episode offers heartfelt conversations, healing insights, and real stories of resilience. Through truth-telling, creativity, and community, Lucia creates a safe and empowering space for women to break silence, process trauma, and rediscover joy. Whether you're beginning your healing journey or…
Episodes
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Everyday Bravery: Healing from Cruelty, Dismantling Defensive Habits, and Building Safe Spaces with Lucia Severtson
In this moving episode of Brave Heart Speak, founder and executive director Lucia Severtson takes listeners on a deeply personal and reflective journey into…
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How Knowing It Was Abuse Didn't Mean Iris Could Leave — Part 2
In Part 2 of Bravehearts Speak, Iris continues sharing her journey through coercive control and psychological abuse. After seeking help for years, she recounts…
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How Can Iris Recognize Coercive Control When Love Masks Abuse? — Part 1
In this episode of Bravehearts Speak, host Lucia Severtson speaks with Iris, a 53-year-old survivor of psychological abuse and coercive control. Iris shares…
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From Isolation to Independence: One Woman's Path Through Abuse, Healing, and Self-Worth
In this episode of Bravehearts Speak, host Lucia Severtson interviews Laura, a 44-year-old survivor of multiple abusive relationships. Laura openly shares her…
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[Minisode] Beyond Listening: The Radical Art of Being a Human Witness
In this solo episode of Braveheart Speak, host Lucia Severtson explores the profound concept of "witnessing"—a deep, compassionate form of presence that goes…
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Surviving Abuse, Addiction, and Prison: Alys's Story of Courage, Recovery, and Reclaiming Motherhood
In this episode of Bravehearts Speak, host Lucia Severtson speaks with Alys, a survivor of domestic violence, addiction, and incarceration. Alys shares her…
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Surviving Grooming, Religious Trauma, and Abuse: Katie Moore's Path to Healing and Advocacy
In this episode of Braveheart Speak, host Lucia Severtson interviews Katie Moore, a survivor, mother, writer, advocate, and former member of the Mormon church…
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[Minisode] How to Stay Rooted in Yourself Even When Others Try to Define You
In this mini episode of Bravehearts Speak, host Lucia Severtson reflects on everyday bravery through personal insights about judgment, visibility, and social…
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Melissa's Story: Navigating Abuse, Legal Battles, and Finding Peace During the Pandemic (Part 2)
In this Part 2 episode of Bravehearts Speak, host Lucia Severtson continues her conversation with Melissa, picking up where her powerful story left off…
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From Love Bombing to Survival: Melissa's Fight Against Domestic Violence
In this episode of "Bravehearts Speak," host Lucia Severtson welcomes Melissa, who courageously shares her journey through domestic violence, psychological…
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[Minisode] From Competition to Collaboration: Creating a New Culture of Women's Empowerment
In this mini episode of "Braveheart Speak," Lucia, founder of the Brave Women's Community Center, offers a candid reflection on the emotional and relational…
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When the System Fails: Kris Barney's Call for Accountability and Change (Part 2)
In this powerful episode of "Bravehearts Speak," host Lucia Severtson continues her conversation with Kris Barney, who bravely recounts the loss of her…
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A Mother's Legacy: Transforming Tragedy into Hope for Future Generations (Part 1)
In this powerful episode of "Brave Hearts Speak," host Lucia Severtson interviews Kris Barney, a domestic violence survivor and advocate. Kris shares her…
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Title: Navigating the Shadows: Kaylin's Journey Through Abuse, Trafficking, and Healing
In this episode of "Braveheart Speak," host Lucia Severtson welcomes Kaylin, a survivor and advocate, who shares her powerful journey through childhood abuse…
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Navigating the Emotional Toll of Fighting Back: Monica Hall's Journey of Resilience and Healing (Part 2)
In this Part 2 episode of Bravehearts Speak, host Lucia Severtson continues her conversation with Monica Hall, picking up where last week's powerful story left…
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[Minisode] Healing Through Honesty: A Journey of Overcoming Subtle Abuse and Reclaiming Self-Worth
In this mini episode of "Brave Hearts Speak", host Lucia Severtson shares a personal story of emotional abuse and boundary violations by people she once…
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From Grief to Advocacy: The Unbreakable Spirit of Nurse Survivor Monica Hall (Part 1)
In this episode of "Brave Hearts Speak," host Lucia Severtson interviews Monica Hall, a nurse advocate, survivor, and soon-to-be published memoirist. Monica…
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[Minisode] Why Auditioning for Belonging is So Last Season
In this mini episode of "Brave Hearts Speak", host Lucia Severtson shares a personal story about her challenging partnership with the nonprofit Mountain…
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From Silence to Strength: June Hill's Story of Survival and Hope
In this episode of "Brave Hearts Speak", host Lucia Severtson welcomes June Hill, who shares her powerful journey of surviving childhood abuse, complex PTSD…
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[Minisode] When No One Shows Up: Choosing Yourself Anyway
In this episode of "Brave Hearts Speak", host Lucia Severtson shares a vulnerable story about leading a therapeutic improv session at her nonprofit, the Brave…
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Finding Peace After Narcissistic Abuse: Laura Richards' Journey to Healing and Self-Love
In this episode of "Brave Hearts Speak", host Lucia Severtson interviews Laura Richards, a survivor of decades-long narcissistic abuse and host of That's Where…
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From Darkness to Strength: Meghann Saige Volz on Reclaiming Life After Abuse
In this episode of "Brave Hearts Speak", host Lucia Severtson welcomes Meghann Saige Volz, who shares her journey from surviving years of abuse to reclaiming…
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[Minisode] Everyday Bravery — Turning Shame into Strength
In this debut mini episode of "Brave Hearts Speak", host Lucia Severtson shares a personal story of facing subtle online abuse and public shaming after using…
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From Surviving to Self-Worth — Rayven Veritas on Unmasking Abuse and Reclaiming Power
In this episode of "Brave Hearts Speak", host Lucia Severtson interviews Rayven Veritas, a survivor and author of Psychopaths or Sexy?. Rayven shares her…
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Brave Hearts Speak — Healing, Hope, and the Power of Storytelling With Gabi Garland
In this episode of "Brave Hearts Speak", host Lucia shares her personal journey of healing from abuse and introduces the podcast's mission: to create a safe…
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Your Story Matters — A New Space for Healing and Bravery
In this introductory episode of "Brave Hearts Speak", hosted by Lucia Severtson, listeners are welcomed into a supportive space for women to reclaim their…