WHEN DATING HURTS

In this episode, you can listen to three more chapters from the WHEN DATING HURTS audiobook. This audiobook joins the paperback and eBook versions on Amazon. You can also access this audiobook via Audible and iTunes.  THE WARNING SIGNS The first place to turn, if you are concerned about someone's relationship with a potential abuser, is the warning signs. These red flags will guide you about if so...

Elaine is a domestic abuse survivor. She met the man she would later marry in a senior chemistry class in high school. They dated on and off in college. They were married during her senior year. The entire time she was either dating or married to this man, there were ever-present warning signs indicating the unhealthiness of this partnership. In spite of the Treatment she received, Elaine pressed...

This is a short episode but it includes a couple of questions for you about dating violence. Plus, we added two more chapters from the WHEN DATING HURTS audiobook which will be released soon on Amazon and Audible. We are in final editing. I wish we could move faster. As we enter 2022, please think about putting a real emphasis on learning the warning signs of an unhealthy relationship. You can goo...

I was honored to appear on the Midday Show on WYPR which is hosted by Tom Hall. WYPR 88.1 FM is a local news station for NPR in Baltimore.  From WYPR's website: Tom's guest, is Bill Mitchell. For the past 16 years, he has been a passionate advocate for victims of domestic violence. He is the author of a book called When Dating Hurts: What We Learned About Dating Violence After Our Daughter’s Tragi...

The WHEN DATING HURTS audiobook will be coming out soon. We are in the final stages of editing.  On this podcast, you can listen to the first three chapters of WHEN DATING HURTS audiobook read by author Bill Mitchell. Thank you for listening to our WHEN DATING HURTS podcast, Bill Mitchell WhenDatingHurts.com NOTE: If you are a survivor and want to share your story of abuse on the WHEN DATING HURTS...

"Ruth" hoped everything would go perfectly when she met her husband-to-be. It did not.  She found the weight of their relationship was squarely on her before, during, and after she was married. This was a marriage that eventually included three children—all boys. In Ruth, you will find a woman who gave it everything, but in her husband's view, she never gave enough. She never lost her desire to do...

"Gabby" was in an abusive dating relationship when she was in her sophomore year at college. Even though she had dated a man for only two months, his power and control techniques were turned on "full strength". Gabby's story is a cautionary tale on what can happen when we don't know the warning signs of an unhealthy relationship. She also sheds a bright light on dating apps; something parents and...

"CausePods" is a podcast series created to raise awareness for the people who create podcasts to better their community, society, and the world.  The host of "CausePods", Mathew Passy, interviewed me (Bill Mitchell) this time. I appreciated this interview so much, I asked if I could include it on the WHEN DATING HURTS series. Here it is.  Thank you for listening to our WHEN DATING HURTS podcast, B...

Kathryn Marsh and Melissa Hoppmeyer are prosecutors who specialize in child abuse, sexual assault and domestic violence crimes. They are also the co-hosts of the thriving "No Grey Zone" podcast, now in season three. For October, which was Domestic Violence Awareness Month, "No Grey Zone" interviewed Bill Mitchell, author of the When Dating Hurts book and host of the When Dating Hurts podcast. Than...

Denise's experiences, both personal and professional, led her to obtain her Master of Science Degree in Clinical Counseling Psychology from Chestnut Hill College in Philadelphia. In 2018, Denise began a clinical internship with Laurel House then continued working with them as an individual, group and financial counselor. She has offered group counseling for young adults (ages 18-24) who have been...

I spoke with Nichelle Lynn-Hennigan who is a licensed professional counselor. She joined Laurel House five years ago as a master’s level clinical counseling intern. Today, she is a senior counselor. During her time with Laurel House, Nichelle has provided counseling services to the women and children in their shelter, and she covered their 24-hour hotline. Currently, Nichelle works out of three di...

Katie Sanford is an educator with Laurel House, a comprehensive domestic violence agency in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania.  Katie has been in prevention education for 3 years. She's worked with Laurel House for 2 years. She received her undergraduate degree in Sociology with a minor in Gender Studies from Bloomsburg University in PA—and is currently attending West Chester University (also in PA)...

We hear from Emily McCoy who is a professional counselor working at Laurel House, a domestic violence agency in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania. Laurel House serves individuals, families, and communities throughout Montgomery County, PA. Emily earned a bachelor’s degree in psychology from West Chester University (PA) and a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Villanova Univers...

A different kind of an episode this time. I felt like taking a walk and recording my thoughts around the time of the sixteenth anniversary of my daughter's death by dating violence. I spoke what I was feeling never knowing if I would share this with anyone. I suggest you take a listen. NOTE: If you are a survivor and want to share your story of abuse on the WHEN DATING HURTS Podcast, please email...

It was my great honor to speak with Maria Macaluso this time.  In January 1998, Maria joined the Women’s Center of Montgomery County, PA as the executive director. The Women’s Center is a domestic violence service.  Since 1976, the Women's Center has been a volunteer, community organization whose mission is: Freedom from Domestic Violence and other forms of abuse. Serving approximately 5,000 uniqu...

In 2010, Jasmine Uribe joined Break the Cycle, a nationally recognized non-profit working to end relationship violence with youth ages 12-24.  Now, with over 15 years working to amplify the voices of survivors of violence, Jasmine is a program innovator and pioneer in advancing national dating violence prevention efforts. In her current role as CEO (and Founder) of “Leaders Ending Violence”, Jasmi...

In September 2005, Ann Burke lost her daughter, when Lindsay Ann was murdered by her ex-boyfriend.  Lindsay Ann, who was 23 at the time, was similar to most victims of dating violence. Like my daughter, Kristin, she was not aware of the warning signs associated with dangerous relationships. Lindsay Ann's life was lost because she had never been informed. Since 2005, Ann Burke has dedicated her lif...

I was interviewed by Jerusha Mack from Halton Women's Place, which is located in Ontario, Canada. I felt our interview was so comprehensive, I wanted to share it with our "When Dating Hurts" listeners. Ms. Mack, a licensed teacher and a public education team lead on Halton's Violence Prevention and Community Education team, graciously said yes. Halton Women’s Place provides shelter and crisis serv...

Beth Sturman is the executive director of the Laurel House Domestic Violence Agency. She is also a dear friend of ours.  Laurel House is the largest DV agency in the Philadelphia area. I've known Beth for 15 years and she has explained what I needed to know to be able to speak out on the dating violence epidemic. I consider her a mentor and a friend.  What Beth discusses in this interview can save...

Hi, I'm Bill Mitchell, and this is the When Dating Hurts podcast.  My daughter, Kristin, was murdered by her ex-boyfriend in June 2005. It was twenty days after her college graduation. She had a position lined up with General Mills at that time, but never made it that far.  How can women protect themselves from dating violence? One way is to listen to this podcast series. Then share it with those...