Welcome to Hot Topics! In this episode, host Gabrielle Crichlow sits down with returning guest Amira Martin to discuss her journey of resilience through spousal abuse. 

Amira shares her personal experience of being in an abusive relationship, starting from a successful career and seemingly happy marriage that gradually turned violent and controlling. She opens up about feeling trapped and unable to leave safely, until she finally found the courage to escape, even though it required paying off her husband. 

The conversation delves into the importance of therapy, specifically EMDR therapy, in overcoming trauma and rebuilding one's life. Amira highlights how EMDR therapy helped her process traumatic memories that were causing heightened reactions and confusion. 

Throughout the episode, Amira emphasizes the significance of seeking support and therapy for survivors of domestic violence. She sheds light on the challenges faced by victims in receiving immediate help and the lasting impact on both survivors and their children. 

The discussion also touches upon the frustrating lack of consequences for the abuser and the ongoing legal battles faced by survivors. Amira shares her frustration with the court system and plea bargains that allowed her abuser to avoid prison time. 

Overall, this episode aims to educate listeners about the realities of abuse and the healing process after trauma. It serves as a reminder of the importance of recognizing and addressing abusive relationships, while also highlighting the need for support and resources for survivors. Above all, it encourages those in abusive relationships to seek help and reminds victims that there is always a way out, and they are not alone. 

Join us as Amira Martin, a psychotherapist and communication expert, shares her powerful story of resilience in the face of an abusive relationship with a partner who had antisocial personality disorder. This episode will shed light on the complexities of leaving such relationships and provide inspiration for healing and growth in the face of adversity.

Who is Amira Martin?
Amira R Martin, LCSW-R, is a communication expert, psychotherapist, and wellness professional. She owns Amira for Her, a group private practice, and is an adjunct professor at Columbia University School of Social Work. Amira is dedicated to creating safe and supportive therapy spaces for the BIPOC community.

You can find Amira Martin:
1) Personal
https://www.facebook.com/amira.martin
https://www.instagram.com/thedrandladyamira
2) Author Page
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089002823720
https://www.instagram.com/authoramiramartin
3) Amira the Black and Brown Healing Space
https://www.facebook.com/HealingNYC
https://www.instagram.com/amirablackbrownhealing/
4) Phenomenal Private Practice with Amira
https://www.facebook.com/PhenomenalwithAmira https://www.instagram.com/phenomenalprivatepracticeamira
5) Amira for Them (Facebook page): https://www.facebook.com/amiraforthem
6) Website # 1: https://www.amiraforher.com
7) Website # 2: https://www.amiraforhim.com
8) Website # 3: https://www.amiraforthem.com
9) YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGnl2YYfhhD5OlrdeaUnK_Q

Purchase Amira's book, "HEALING FROM AN ABUSIVE RELATIONSHIP: LIFE AFTER THE BREAKUP," from Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/HEALING-ABUSIVE-RELATIONSHIP-BREAKUP-happened/dp/B0BRH1H7TQ

Purchase Amira's second book, "Zarah and the Cool Girls," on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Zarah-Cool-Girls-Amira-Martin/dp/B0BYRKLNB6

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Original date of episode: October 23, 2023