The Couch and The Chair

Coercive Control with Sarah Kardelen: Breaking Free from Relationship Imprisonment

July 28, 2023 Episode 38
Coercive Control with Sarah Kardelen: Breaking Free from Relationship Imprisonment
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The Couch and The Chair
Coercive Control with Sarah Kardelen: Breaking Free from Relationship Imprisonment
Jul 28, 2023 Episode 38

Kate and Michelle are joined by special guest Sarah Kardelen to talk about coercive control in romantic relationships. Coercive control is a specific type of intimate partner violence defined as "a pattern of controlling behaviors that create an unequal power dynamic in a relationship." Sarah and Kate share their stories followed by Sarah, Kate and Michelle sharing guidance and resources on what you can do next if you are experiencing coercive control in your relationship. 

TRIGGER WARNING: The topic of this episode may be triggering as a whole to many. Specific details of abuse are discussed throughout Sarah and Kate's personal stories. Sarah shares from 7:04-42:47 and Kate shares from 47:47-1:04:22. 

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Show Notes

Kate and Michelle are joined by special guest Sarah Kardelen to talk about coercive control in romantic relationships. Coercive control is a specific type of intimate partner violence defined as "a pattern of controlling behaviors that create an unequal power dynamic in a relationship." Sarah and Kate share their stories followed by Sarah, Kate and Michelle sharing guidance and resources on what you can do next if you are experiencing coercive control in your relationship. 

TRIGGER WARNING: The topic of this episode may be triggering as a whole to many. Specific details of abuse are discussed throughout Sarah and Kate's personal stories. Sarah shares from 7:04-42:47 and Kate shares from 47:47-1:04:22. 

Support the Show.

If you'd like to join the Facebook group, go to: www.facebook.com/groups/thecouchandthechair

If you want to be a guest, have a topic idea in mind or any other questions/feedback, send us an email at thecouchandthechair@gmail.com

Our book, "DBT for Everyone" is available! Order your copy on Amazon here: https://www.amazon.com/Dbt-Everyone-Pitfalls-Possibilities-Better/dp/1839975881/