#SiblingsToo - Exploring the impacts of sibling sexual abuse

In this episode Nancy comments on three PEOPLE Magazine articles related to Sibling Sexual Abuse that were published on Oct 19th 2022.   In this episode: A brief overview of the articles featuring the stories of Jane Epstein, Brad Watts and Hope Sittler. Raising awareness of the facts and data No villains, but many heroes The impact on society An ask to share     Resources: #SiblingsToo – www.sibl...

In this episode Nancy is joined by Carole Brooks. Carole is a Sibling Sexual Abuse Specialist, Lived Experience Consultant, Advisory Board Member & CSA Spokesperson.   In this episode: Survivor and advocate  Opening Door documentary The importance of speaking out Carole's story Disconnecting from feelings and needing a sense of control Confrontations Taking legal action Getting well The life-chang...

In this episode Nancy is joined by Jane Epstein. Jane Epstein is a speaker, author, and advocate for the prevention of sibling and child-on-child sexual abuse and trauma. 5WAVES is a collective voice promoting Worldwide Awareness, Voice, Education and Support around Sibling Sexual Trauma   In this episode: Jane's TEDx experience Coming out of dark places Breaking the silence Jane's family dynamic...

In this episode Nancy is joined by Hope Sittler. Hope Sittler is a Mom coping with Sibling Sexual Trauma and an advocate for parents of Sibling Sexual Trauma. She is also a Founding Member of  5WAVES . 5WAVES is a collective voice promoting Worldwide Awareness, Voice, Education and Support around Sibling Sexual Trauma   In this episode: Part 1 (Episode 34) A mothers intuition Getting each family m...

In this episode Nancy is joined by Hope Sittler. Hope Sittler is a Mom coping with Sibling Sexual Trauma and an advocate for parents of Sibling Sexual Trauma. She is also a Founding Member of  5WAVES . 5WAVES is a collective voice promoting Worldwide Awareness, Voice, Education and Support around Sibling Sexual Trauma   In this episode: Part 1 A mothers intuition Getting each family member the hel...

On this episode, Nancy is joined by Peter Yates.  Peter a qualified social worker with over ten years' experience of child protection and holds a PhD from the University of Edinburgh. His ESRC-funded PhD research project looked at social worker decision making in cases involving sexual behaviour between siblings. His interest in this subject grew from four years' work with Lighthouse, a specialist...

On this episode, Nancy is joined by Peter Yates.  Peter a qualified social worker with over ten years' experience of child protection and holds a PhD from the University of Edinburgh. His ESRC-funded PhD research project looked at social worker decision making in cases involving sexual behaviour between siblings. His interest in this subject grew from four years' work with Lighthouse, a specialist...

On this episode, Nancy is joined by Fleur Strong. National Project Manager, RCEW National Project on Sibling Sexual Abuse. Fleur has experience working with children who have been sexually exploited and has also worked in a rape crisis centre.   In this episode: It's a vast problem, and everyone is silent Why sibling sexual abuse is not acknowledged Front line professionals know there is a problem...

On this episode, Nancy is joined by Brad Watts. Brad is a Licensed Professional Counsellor and Certified Sex Offender Treatment Provider, who primarily works with  sex offenders, sexual abuse survivors and their families.   In this episode: The silent epidemic Defining Sibling Sexual Abuse When sibling sexual abuse occurs and it is not addressed Long term impacts on the offender Silence exacerbate...

On this episode, Nancy is joined by Kami Cotler. Kami is best known for playing Elizabeth Walton on the iconic TV series,  "The Waltons".  Kami is now an educator with over twenty years of experience working at different levels of the education system.  In this episode: Part 1 (Ep.27) Kami's path as an educator Differentiating sibling sexual abuse from natural curiosity Shame in the survivor and t...

On this episode, Nancy is joined by Kami Cotler. Kami is best known for playing Elizabeth Walton on the iconic TV series,  "The Waltons".  Kami is now an educator with over twenty years of experience working at different levels of the education system.  In this episode: Part 1 (Ep.27) Kami's path as an educator Differentiating sibling sexual abuse from natural curiosity Shame in the survivor and t...

On this episode, Nancy is joined by Brad Watts. Brad is a licensed professional counsellor, certified sex offender treatment provider at Hallmark Youthcare. Nancy and Brad have a great discussion about the journey of healing as a family and as individuals after abuse has been discovered.  In this episode: The family's journey after the abuse has been discovered The process of healing - what therap...

On this episode Nancy shares an update regarding where she, and the podcast have been over the last few months. Nancy also shares some warning signs regarding sibling interactions and behaviour to be aware of during this time.    Would you like to support the #SiblingsToo Podcast --> buymeacoffee.com/siblingstoo   🖥 To connect with #SiblingsToo go to: Siblingstoo.com 📲 Facebook:  fb.com/siblingst...

Nancy Morris pulls no punches in this episode as she calls out the growing trend of online hostility within survivor communities — especially when one survivor's perspective doesn't fit the expected narrative. After sharing a personal experience of being verbally attacked in a supposedly "safe" survivor group, Nancy unpacks the harm this kind of "keyboard courage" causes for everyone — especially...

On this episode Nancy is joined by Chris. Chris is a survivor of sibling abuse behaviour and shares her story of how the behaviour has impacted her life, how healing is a work in progress and what the future looks like moving forward.   In this episode The terminology surrounding sibling abuse behaviour and its impact Its not always good guy, bad guy like the movies The harm of her abuse A work in...

On this episode Nancy has a quick update on the scheduling of the podcast as well as an easy way to support the podcast and the #SiblingsToo project.  Nancy would also like to recognize and thank all the people who have shared their story on the website. Thank you for contributing, you are seen, heard and believed!    Would you like to support the #SiblingsToo Podcast --> buymeacoffee.com/siblings...

On this episode Nancy talks about what parents need to know about sibling sexual abuse and some of the unfortunate facts that support the current statistics. This episode highlights the importance of being educated about sibling abuse and sibling sexual abuse. In this Episode:  The definition of sibling sexual abuse Sibling abuse or violence 2.2 million children being abused by a sibling Frequency...

On this episode Nancy looks back over the past couple of months to review what she has learned, expectations for the future as well as an invitation for listeners to join Nancy on the podcast for an interview. Survivors, perpetrators or family members who have experienced SSA   play an important role in helping us to get the word out further and let others know that they are not alone.  Other grea...

The #SiblingsToo project exists because it is time for people to be able to share there story and bring light to sibling sexual abuse. On this episode it is time for Nancy to share her story. She shares what she recalls happened years ago, as well as how some of those events may have impacted her life. Nancy also shares what she has come to understand through her own work with her psychologist and...

On this episode (Part 2 of 2) Nancy is joined by Patricia Downing - Integrative Psychotherapist.    Nancy and Patricia discuss mindfulness and how it can be used to support individuals.    Patricia Downing is a Integrative Psychotherapist and Mindful Practitioner who has worked with therapy clients since 2005 and is accredited by the British Association of Councillors and Psychotherapists. In 2012...

On this episode (Part 1 of 2) Nancy is joined by Patricia Downing - Integrative Psychotherapist.  Nancy and Patricia discuss therapies and how they can be supportive in exploring sibling sexual abuse and its impact on an individual or a family.   Patricia Downing is a Integrative Psychotherapist and Mindful Practitioner who has worked with therapy clients since 2005 and is accredited by the Britis...

On this episode Nancy answers some questions she has received regarding #SiblingsToo and sibling sexual abuse.  If it is such a predominant issue, why don't we hear about it more? How can i begin the healing process? What can I do to help?      🖥 To connect with #SiblingsToo go to: Siblingstoo.com 📲 Facebook:  fb.com/siblingstoo ➡️ Would you like to anonymously share your story of Sibling Sexual...

On this episode Nancy talks about how there have been a number of people who have reached out to ask how they can support the #SiblingsToo project even though they have not been directly effected by sibling sexual abuse. A great way to support is to be a guest on the show or refer someone who you know who will tell their story and allow others to learn from their experiences. We would love to hear...

On this episode Nancy talks about the importance of the use of our words. The words we use and the story we share determine our life experience. The stories we create with our words are fundamental to our sense of identity which impacts our emotions and behaviours.    🖥 To connect with #SiblingsToo go to: Siblingstoo.com 📲 Facebook:  fb.com/siblingstoo ➡️ Would you like to anonymously share your...

On this episode Nancy talks about the emotions, feelings and thoughts associated with shame that adult survivors of sibling sexual abuse feel and the factors that make those feeling worse.      🖥 To connect with #SiblingsToo go to: Siblingstoo.com 📲 Facebook:  fb.com/siblingstoo ➡️ Would you like to anonymously share your story of Sibling Sexual Abuse? Click Here ---> Share My Story