DIP in and out with Lucy

Jared is an author who write books around domestic abuse and narcissism. He is an avid campaigner trying to raise awareness around domestic abuse against men, and fight for equality for men and women with regards to these topics. Intro and Outro Music:Look At Me Words & Music by P.J. DentonPerformed by - Elrose

In this episode I chat to Mark who - among many other things, has 20 years experience in Occupational Welfare. Want to know more about Solution Focus Brief Therapy? Then take a look/have a listen to this episode. Thank you Mark! Intro and Outro Music: Look At Me Words & Music by P.J. Denton Performed by - Elrose

Founder of SHIELD Derby | Safeguarding & Child Protection Specialist | Lived Experience | Trainer | Consultant | Public Speaker | Independent Supervisor | Independent Practice Educator | ASYE Assessor | Guest Lecturer. I was completely blown away by this episode with Sharon. She is the founder and owner of SHIELD Derby, she is also a Safeguarding and Child Protection Training, Consultancy, and...

iTrust was formed to allow the voices of those with knowledge of wrongdoing to be heard in a safe, anonymous environment. In this episode, Nick and I talk about the importance of speaking up! Thank you Nick for joining me in this episode! Intro and Outro Music: Look At Me Words & Music by P.J. Denton Performed by - Elrose

Sam is one of the most inspiring people I have ever had the good fortune to meet! She is a domestic abuse survivor turned advocate raising awareness of coercive control, domestic abuse and its impact. Lived experience speaker, founder of Stronger Beginnings to break the silence & empower survivors. Sam shares with me the journey she has been on since the early 2000's. Come with us on this...

I had the absolute pleasure of sitting down with the wonderful, Linda Kirk! Linda is Founder/Director for the Just for Women Centre, she's a member of the International Society of Female Professionals - 2018 Member of Worldwide Women's Association - 2019.The work that Linda does in supporting women in her local area is inspiring. And the conversation we had will stay with me for years to...

I had the pleasure of sitting down with the fabulous Rie Pearson. Rie is a retired police officer who has written a thought provoking guide to help teenage girls recognise abusive behaviours in intimate relationships. It's a brilliant episode with the odd dash of colourful language thrown in! Intro and Outro Music:Look At Me Words & Music by P.J. DentonPerformed by - Elrose

I had the pleasure of sitting down with Vanessa White who is an accredited Divorce and Relationship Coach. One of the most important topics we discussed, for me, was around victims and survivors having compassion for themselves. And that we as a society, should also show compassion to those who have experienced domestic abuse. So much blame and shame is experienced by victims and survivors, that i...

Sarie is a trained psychotherapist and coach who works with so many people to help them reduce their anxiety in order to live a life they deserve. Sarie and I cover so many topics including anxiety, domestic abuse and the difficulties for those friends who want to help and support someone experiencing domestic abuse but are not sure what the best approach may be. I have known Sarie since we were 1...

I had the privilege of sitting down with Ruth to discuss her story which hit the headlines in 2021. Ruth talks about the abuse she experienced during her marriage and so much more.... "So many support networks are available and there is no deadline. I almost need the support more now than I did in the very, very beginning." Thank you Ruth for recording this episode with me and for speaki...

In this episode I sit down with the incredible Vickie Deeks. Back in the days of lockdown, Vickie delivered a session to her teacher colleagues on hearing loss and all the challenges and obstacles that, that entails. Out of this Sound Training Solutions was born! Vickie is one of the most remarkable people I have ever met. Her hearing loss was the result of the abuse she experienced from a relatio...

Maya is the founder of (SAHSDA) which stands for Safeguarding Animal & Human Survivors of Sexual and Domestic Abuse: www.sahsda.org SAHSDA is an international guest speaking, training, research and consultancy organisation working to raise awareness of the use of companion animals as a tactic of coercive control as well as animal sexual abuse (zoophilia and zoosadism).I was so fortunate to sit...

Hollie Gazzard was murdered by her former partner, in February 2014. Her father, Nick Gazzard felt strongly that something positive should come out of Hollie’s death and so created the Hollie Gazzard Trust and The Hollie Guard App. The App is a next generation smartphone app that provides enhanced levels of protection. In this episode, Nick and I talk about how much has happened in the last 10 yea...

Little-Mouse Finds a Safe Place is a children's storybook designed to help professionals support children who have experienced and witnessed domestic violence and abuse, and also contains guidelines on the key issues and how to use the story with individuals and groups. I was so fortunate to talk to Ann in the latest episode of DIP in and out with Lucy. What children see, hear and experience...

*This episode was originally, Season 3 episode 3* Navigating the Family Court System can be one of the most difficult and worrying times for victims and survivors of domestic abuse. In this two part episode, I sit down with the incredible Richard Port MBE to discuss the Family Court and all that it entails! This two part episode gives hope and a light at the end of the tunnel! Intro and Outro Musi...

*This episode was originally, Season 3 episode 3* Navigating the Family Court System can be one of the most difficult and worrying times for victims and survivors of domestic abuse. In this two part episode, I sit down with the incredible Richard Port MBE to discuss the Family Court and all that it entails! This two part episode gives hope and a light at the end of the tunnel! Intro and Outro Musi...

"There's no one size fits all, all these small things that you might listen to here today might just guide you on another little path, add it to your toolkit and over time you might change situations, and your mindset and your thinking, perhaps." Join me and Sue while we navigate the complex world of divorce and children. Add domestic abuse to the mix, and it's a whole other si...

This episode is one the you weren't expecting - but it's a MUST watch. Alec shares his experiences around his mental health and how he turned his fears into the most magnificent gift anyone could receive. This episode is not about domestic abuse. But it does show how whatever the difficult situations we can find ourselves in, there is one thing that remains. Hope.

I cannot begin to explain how much I admire and respect Anna's philosophy on life. AND her Audacious And! Anna coaches cycle-breakers and change-makers, she's a trauma-informed coach for activists, survivors and supporters who want to create real change AND live a liberated and joyful life. This episode will resonate with so many of you - enjoy! Look At Me Words & Music by P.J. Dento...

Getting divorced is a tense time for most people. Add domestic abuse and dealing with finances to the divorce and believe me, you need to listen to this podcast! Thank you to the amazingly talented  Tamsin Caine  for joining me. It was a privilege to record an episode with you! Podcast Intro and Outro Music: Look At Me Words & Music by P.J. Denton Performed by - Elrose

We all worry about our children at the best of times. So when we think of children and young people who have been impacted by domestic abuse, can we even comprehend the challenges they face? In this episode, I sit down with Sam Hallam, Education Mental Health Practitioner to discuss those challenges and learn more about how we can support children and young people who have been impacted by domesti...

Join me and Caron Kipping, Divorce and Separation Coach while we discuss the importance of recognising the various elements of domestic abuse and how you can live the life you deserve. And much more!

Here, I talk to the wonderful Monika Labich, Alcohol Dependency Specialist and Counsellor about drug and alcohol dependency and some of the similarities in how we view domestic abuse.

Tony Blockley is Professor of policing at Leeds Trinity University, and is responsible for the leadership of School of Criminology, Investigation and Policing. He is involved in research projects including the evaluation of risk in domestic violence. A former senior police officer and Head of Crime; nationally accredited Senior Investigator focused on major and serious crime investigations with an...

A profound DIP in and out with Lucy talking about domestic abuse with the exceedingly eloquent, Alice Smith!