Healing Space Live & Online: Chats with Roxanne and Rhonda

Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month

If you have teens in your life...THIS ONE IS FOR YOU! We closed out Teen Dating Violence Awareness & Prevention Month with invaluable information from our co-host Rhonda L. Fleming, the Chief of Prevention, Intervention & Outreach at the Women’s Center & Shelter of Greater Pittsburgh. Even though this is the end of February, teen dating violence, unhealthy relationships, and what teens often refer to as “toxic” relationships will go on in March, April, and May… well, you get it. Teen Dati...

MOVEMBER "FORMERLY NOVEMBER" IS FOR MEN: MEN'S HEALTH THAT IS!

JOIN US AS WE LEARN ABOUT MEN’S HEALTH AS IT RELATES TO:  Mental Health, Prostate Cancer, Testicular Cancer & Intimate Partner Relationships Our distinguished panel includes:  Mario C. Browne, EdD(c), MPH, CHES, CDP  John L. Murphy, Ph.D., MPH  Dr. Devin L. Patterson, PsyD

They Bent Me, But They Didn‘t Break Me – Look at Me Now!

JOIN US AS WE OBSERVE DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS MONTH Roxanne Davis is a licensed therapist who practices evidence-based therapy techniques and modalities. She has years of experience working with women and families, including victims and survivors of domestic violence. This conversation will let our audience know there is hope after experiencing a traumatic relationship!

Healthy Relationships: There IS Such a Thing with the Herrings!

Join us as we recognize Domestic Violence Awareness Month with a couple that's in a healthy relationship! This robust conversation will let our audience know that there is such a thing as a healthy relationship, whether they believe it or not! Unfortunately, some do not think there is such a thing!  This episode will dispute that myth with Drs. Christine and Chuck Herring. They exude what a healthy relationship entails and will give the audience hope if they do not believe they can experie...

Sexual Violence in Intimate Relationships: Is it Rape? Yes it Is!

Linda Lee Blakemore is a national speaker, author, advocate, and survivor. She is a member of the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence Speakers Bureau (VOICES), and her second book, Entrenched: A Memoir of Holding On and Letting Go, called “an important addition to the literature of abuse and recovery,” has been named a recommended read by NationalShelters.org.  Linda has appeared in videos, on national and international radio, podcasts, and television, including the Montel Williams ...

Loving Yourself after Overcoming a Traumatic Event that Leaves you Feeling Worthless!

Join us as our guest shares how she loves herself despite the traumatic event she endured as a teenager that left her feeling worthless. She did it through the use of dolls and therapy. 

Recap Part 2

Rhonda and I reflect and recap the past ten episodes. Enjoy the show!

Sex and the Family

Join us on this episode as we talk to Sex Therapist Avi Diamond and Marriage and Family Therapist Carli King, M.S., MFTA, LPC-I. They will answer questions such as “What does a Sex Therapist do”, “Why do couples seek therapy?” and debunk a myth that I (Roxanne) had as well as others I have spoken to about what sex therapy is. Enjoy the show!  CONNECT Avi Diamond [email protected] Carli King, M.S., MFTA, LPC-I https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/carli-c-king-stamf...

The Impact of Fathers in Their Children's Lives

Join Roxanne and Rhonda as they chat with Tre Skelton, CYF/IPV Specialist at the Women's Center and Shelter of Greater Pittsburgh about the impact fathers have in their children's lives. Check out this quote Rhonda found on the subject: "Fathers are far more than just “second adults” in the home. Involved fathers – especially biological fathers – bring positive benefits to their children that no other person is as likely to bring. They provide protection and economic support and male role...

What's Your Love Language? Part Two

Join Roxanne and Rhonda as they chat with two couples about our take on a few relationship terminologies. We would love to hear your perspective on these terms as well. Feel free to send your viewpoint to [email protected].    Check out previous episodes at https://waarheals.org/podcast/.

Look at Me NOW: You Bent Me But You Didn't Break Me!

In recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Rhonda and I chatted with two phenomenal women about their experiences with domestic violence and how they overcame their trauma to become the successful women they are today, and one incredible woman who supports her team members who are or have experienced abuse.

What's Your Love Language?

Join Roxanne and Rhonda as they chat about a few relationship terminologies. We would love to hear your perspective on these terms. Feel free to send your viewpoint to [email protected]. Check out previous episodes at https://waarheals.org/podcast/.

Straight Talk: Domestic Violence Part Two ENCORE PRESENTATION

We hope you enjoyed last week's episode! We continue this week with a CALL TO MEN from a man -- Tony Porter. In this TEDWomen talk, Tony Porter makes a call to men everywhere: Don't "act like a man." Telling powerful stories from his own life, he shows how this mentality, drummed into so many men and boys, can lead men to disrespect, mistreat and abuse women and each other. His solution: Break free of the "man box."

Resources Galore (Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault, and Drug Abuse Recovery)

Join us as our guests share resources (local to Pittsburgh, Philadelphia, and National) for domestic violence, sexual assault, and drug abuse recovery.  Although some resources are local, we are sure that there are similar programs in your area. Would you please take advantage of them?

Resources Galore (Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault, and Drug Abuse Recovery

Join us as our guests share resources (local to Pittsburgh, Philadelphia, and National) for domestic violence, sexual assault, and drug abuse recovery.  Although some resources are local, we are sure that there are similar programs in your area. Would you please take advantage of them?

Domestic Violence in the News

In this episode, Rhonda and I will discuss a few domestic violence news headlines and how some affect children.

Mental Health Stigma - Be Gone! (Encore Presentation)

Monthly Panel Discussion – It’s Mental Health Month!  Julie Frischkorn, MSW, LCSW, is the Director of Behavioral Health and Mindfulness with Empower360/Spark360. Her background is in psychotherapy. She has worked with individuals and families in residential facilities and private practice settings.    Julie is a Certified Workplace Mindfulness Facilitator and a Mental Health First Aid Trainer. She has been teaching and training in classrooms, non-profits, and corporations for the past 15 y...

Destined To Be

Today’s guest, Certified Life Coach, Scherrita Thomas is about keeping it real and transparent! So, we hope that those of you who are listening right now are ready to be real with yourself, be honest, and be transparent. Scherrita shares how to find your purpose, what purpose is, how do you live out your purpose, how do you grow your purpose, and what are some things you need to let go of for your purpose to truly manifest within your life. Visit Scherrita at http://Destinetobe.com/, @Dest...

Vacationing with One Who Abuses

Vacationing with One Who Abuses (Audio Only)

Reflections with Roxanne and Rhonda

Today’s episode is a chance to show our appreciation for our first 10 Podcasts. When we started this journey during the Pandemic, we weren’t sure how to create a Podcast. However, we were sure of our combined passion to help women and others heal after an abusive or traumatic relationship. So today, we are sharing reflections on each show’s topic and guests, giving you a recapture of the vision for Healing Space Live & Online: Chats with Roxanne and Rhonda. If you’ve missed any of the shows,...

Exploring Father and Daughter Relationships

Straight Talk: Generations Together

A pair of mothers and daughters and an aunt and niece talk about relationships from their perspectives.

Straight Talk: Domestic Violence - A Survivors Story

Today, our guest, Dr. Terris Moss, also known as the Online Learning Strategist, is an Author, Educator, and Professional Writer who has been writing in Corporate America for over 25 years. She is the president of Moss Consulting, LLC, which has provided project management services and clinical research in the pharmaceutical, healthcare, and insurance sectors since 1999.  Due to COVID-19, Moss Consulting transitioned to focus on providing online education products, most notably Dr. Moss Auth...

Mental Health Stigma - Be Gone!

Monthly Panel Discussion – It’s Mental Health Month!  Julie Frischkorn, MSW, LCSW, is the Director of Behavioral Health and Mindfulness with Empower360/Spark360. Her background is in psychotherapy. She has worked with individuals and families in residential facilities and private practice settings.    Julie is a Certified Workplace Mindfulness Facilitator and a Mental Health First Aid Trainer. She has been teaching and training in classrooms, non-profits, and corporations for the past 15 y...

Straight Talk: Domestic Violence Part Two

We hope you enjoyed last week's episode! We continue this week with a CALL TO MEN from a man -- Tony Porter. In this TEDWomen talk, Tony Porter makes a call to men everywhere: Don't "act like a man." Telling powerful stories from his own life, he shows how this mentality, drummed into so many men and boys, can lead men to disrespect, mistreat and abuse women and each other. His solution: Break free of the "man box."

Straight Talk: Domestic Violence Part One

This episode will be a little different than the others. The Co-host of Healing Space Live & Online, Rhonda Lynn Fleming, is turning the mic on our founder, Roxanne Elizabeth Epperson. Roxanne will share her experiences with domestic violence and sexual violence. Because it is Mental Health Awareness Month, Roxanne will also share how these traumatic events affected her mental health and how she has dealt with it.  CORRECTION:  Roxanne inadvertently stated in the interview that Mental Healt...

Straight Talk: Domestic Violence

This episode will be a little different than the others. The Co-host of Healing Space Live & Online, Rhonda Lynn Fleming, is turning the mic on our founder, Roxanne Elizabeth Epperson. Roxanne will share her experiences with domestic violence and sexual violence. Because it is Mental Health Awareness Month, Roxanne will also share how these traumatic events affected her mental health and how she has dealt with it.  CORRECTION:  Roxanne inadvertently stated in the interview that Mental Healt...

Therapy is for Everyone Normalizing Mental Health Treatment

Carla Adams – Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), a National Certified Counselor (NCC), and owner of Calm Space Counseling & Consulting LLC  shares her insight on communities of color and mental health stigmas. Enjoy the show!

I Love Myself Some Me—Inside and Out!

Believe it or not, some people do not love themselves. We want to change this mindset. We want to encourage all who struggle with this issue to learn how to love themselves inside and out.  Our presenters will show us how by sharing the importance of self-love. They will also share tips on how looking and feeling good boosts confidence.  We MUST love ourselves. After all, how can we expect others to love us if we don't love ourselves? We can’t! Our presenters shared self-care and self-lov...

Healthy Relationships: There IS Such A Thing!

Two couples share with us how they do it! How do they keep the fire burning after many years of marriage?

Loving Yourself, Wellness, and Healing!

In this episode, we talk about the value of Self-love, Self-esteem & Self-care with R. Aldrich of the Softerside Seminars and author of Notes from the Softer Side and Marlease "Leasee" L. Bennett, author of Making Scents in Self-care: Healing Beneath Layers.

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