In this episode of Voices Restored, domestic violence survivor Martine shares her personal story from the early warning signs of an unhealthy relationship to the fear, control, and emotional abuse she experienced behind closed doors.

What began as teen dating violence eventually became domestic violence and this is her story. Martine opens up about how she recognized the signs of abuse, what it took to leave an abusive relationship, and how she began healing after domestic violence.

She shares practical insight on boundaries, rebuilding confidence, and breaking generational cycles of abuse.

If you’ve ever questioned red flags, ignored warning signs, or wondered whether your relationship was healthy, this episode will speak directly to you.

If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, help is available:

National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233

www.thehotline.org

In this first episode of the Voices Restored Podcast, we shift the conversation to a perspective that’s often missing in discussions about domestic violence prevention—men who work directly with individuals who cause harm.

Host Martine sits down with a professional who has spent years mentoring men through accountability and behavior-change programs designed to reduce recidivism and interrupt cycles of abuse. He shares insight into why men cause harm, the backgrounds and patterns often connected to abusive behavior, and what effective intervention, accountability, and prevention actually look like.

This episode centers on domestic violence prevention, men and accountability, behavior change, and the critical role structured programs play in creating safer families and communities. Real prevention starts when harm is addressed at the source.

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