13 episodes

The Sister Survivors Podcast is a weekly conversation to equip and empower survivors of sexual abuse or sexual assault. Join your host, Katherine Barner, a licensed Psychotherapist, award winning author, speaker and childhood sexual abuse survivor as she and her guests pull back the curtain to shed light on the trauma of sexual abuse and sexual assault. Katherine and her guests discuss the challenges survivors face, the hope they can have for healing, and the powerful work being done by advocates around the globe.

Sister Survivors Podcast Katherine Barner: Advocate, Psychotherapist, and Podcaster

    • Society & Culture

The Sister Survivors Podcast is a weekly conversation to equip and empower survivors of sexual abuse or sexual assault. Join your host, Katherine Barner, a licensed Psychotherapist, award winning author, speaker and childhood sexual abuse survivor as she and her guests pull back the curtain to shed light on the trauma of sexual abuse and sexual assault. Katherine and her guests discuss the challenges survivors face, the hope they can have for healing, and the powerful work being done by advocates around the globe.

    This is My Story: Silent No More

    This is My Story: Silent No More

    In Part 1 of this 2 Part interview, Katherine talks with author, motivational speaker, educator and coach, Shanterra McBride. In today's episode Shanterra shares the impact of being raped while attending college, her path to healing, and offers encouragement for other survivors.  
    Shanterra's website
    Therapist Directory
    To join the conversation on social media, use the hashtag #SistersSurvive
    Please follow us:
    Twitter: @sisterssurvive
    Instagram: @sistersurvivorspodcast
    Facebook: @sistersurvivorspodcast
    If you have questions or inquiries, email us at podcast@katherinebarner.org

    • 34 min
    Sexual Violence in the Lives of African American Women

    Sexual Violence in the Lives of African American Women

    In today's episode, Katherine talks with award-winning author and Professor of Psychology Dr. Carolyn West. Dr. West breaks down the historical roots of violence against African American women, how media images shape perceptions of violence against them, and so much more. 
    Dr. West's website
    Therapist Directory
    To join the conversation on social media, use the hashtag #SistersSurvive
    Please follow us:
    Twitter: @sisterssurvive
    Instagram: @sistersurvivorspodcast
    Facebook: @sistersurvivorspodcast
    If you have questions or inquiries, email us at podcast@katherinebarner.org

    • 35 min
    Managing Triggers

    Managing Triggers

    In today's episode, Katherine shares some important tips to help manage triggers. These are practical tips you can use just about anywhere when you're experiencing heightened anxiety or stress. 
    Therapist Directory
    To join the conversation on social media, use the hashtag #SistersSurvive
    Please follow us:
    Twitter: @sisterssurvive
    Instagram: @sistersurvivorspodcast
    Facebook: @sistersurvivorspodcast
    If you have questions or inquiries, email us at podcast@katherinebarner.org
                                                         
     
     
    Podcast Theme Music: "Sunshine" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
    Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License
    http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

    • 14 min
    Let's Talk About Intimacy

    Let's Talk About Intimacy

    In today's episode, Katherine shares some important tips to help survivors engage in healthy sexual relationships. As a special treat her husband joins the conversation to share his perspective on this important topic. 
    Therapist Directory
    To join the conversation on social media, use the hashtag #SistersSurvive
    Please follow us:
    Twitter: @sisterssurvive
    Instagram: @sistersurvivorspodcast
    Facebook: @sistersurvivorspodcast
    If you have questions or inquiries, email us at podcast@katherinebarner.org
                                                         
     
     
    Podcast Theme Music: "Sunshine" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
    Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License
    http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

    • 26 min
    Forgiving the Unforgivable

    Forgiving the Unforgivable

    In today's episode, Katherine talks with survivor, and child bride advocate Sherry Johnson. Sherry shares her story of childhood sexual abuse and the scores of adults who failed to protect her. She also discusses what has become her life's work; ending child marriage and preventing any other child from enduring what she did as an 11 year old girl.
    Sherry's website
    Sherry's website 
    Purchase Sherry's book on Amazon
    Therapist Directory
    To join the conversation on social media, use the hashtag #SistersSurvive
    Please follow us:
    Twitter: @sisterssurvive
    Instagram: @sistersurvivorspodcast
    Facebook: @sistersurvivorspodcast
    If you have questions or inquiries, email us at podcast@katherinebarner.org

    • 28 min
    A Journey Toward Purpose

    A Journey Toward Purpose

    In today's episode, Katherine talks with licensed professional counselor Paulishia Augillard about overcoming the challenges after childhood sexual abuse and the journey to finding her purpose. 
    Therapist Directory
    To join the conversation on social media, use the hashtag #SistersSurvive
    Please follow us:
    Twitter: @sisterssurvive
    Instagram: @sistersurvivorspodcast
    Facebook: @sistersurvivorspodcast
    If you have questions or inquiries, email us at podcast@katherinebarner.org
                                                         
     
     
    Podcast Theme Music: "Sunshine" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
    Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License
    http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

    • 25 min

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