In this powerful and deeply human conversation, we sit down with Jessica Yaffa, B.A., CPC international healthy relationships expert, author, speaker, and survivor of extreme domestic violence whose story has transformed into a global mission of healing and change. Jessica is the co-founder and President of No Silence No Violence, a nonprofit dedicated to breaking the silence surrounding domestic violence and sexual assault. Through prevention education, resources for survivors, and groundbreaking programming for children and teens, her work is reshaping how individuals, families, and communities talk about relationship health and safety. With more than two decades in the mental health and social services fields, Jessica has served in leadership and training roles across hospital systems, treatment programs, universities, and government agencies. She is also the creator of RVARS (Relationship Violence Assessment and Response Specialist), a nationally recognized training program for first responders, clinicians, military advocates, and organizations seeking to better understand, assess, and respond to relationship violence. In this episode, Jessica shares: Her extraordinary journey from survivor to leading expertWhat people often misunderstand about domestic violenceHow early education can change the future of relationship safetyThe communication tools every person should knowHow we can better support loved ones experiencing abuseWhy empathy, boundaries, and connection matter more now than everThis is a conversation about resilience, prevention, and the courage to rewrite your story. Jessica’s insights offer not only understanding, but hope—and a roadmap toward building safe, connected, thriving relationships. If you or someone you know is in need of support, please reach out. You are not alone.
