Healing After Abuse featuring Teresa and Honour Rae

In this deeply personal and courage-filled episode of Is Anybody Out There?, hosts Patti Collins and Andrea Langfield sit down with Teresa to explore what healing after abuse truly looks like — the emotional unraveling, the rebuilding, the moments of clarity, and the quiet bravery it takes to choose yourself again. Teresa opens up about the early signs of emotional abuse, including name-calling, intimidation, and the unpredictable cycles of someone struggling with alcoholism. She shares what it felt like to navigate a relationship where apologies sometimes came through money, but real change never followed. Through counseling, she began to understand emotional unavailability and the impact it had on her self-worth — and how reclaiming her power meant finally choosing peace over chaos. Her story is one of honesty, tenderness, and triumph. It’s a reminder that healing isn’t just about leaving — it’s about learning, growing, and rediscovering the parts of yourself that were silenced.   Music Guest: Honour Rae “Is Anybody Out There?” is a powerful and heartfelt podcast co-hosted by Patti Collins and Andrea Langefield, empowered by Women Helping Women. Dedicated to raising awareness about domestic violence, the show creates a safe and supportive space where survivors, advocates, and allies can speak, be heard, and find connection.   Each episode shines a light on the many forms of abuse—emotional, physical, financial, and psychological—through unfiltered survivor stories, expert perspectives, and practical resources for healing and empowerment.   With engaging segments like City Queen Sounds, listener call-ins, and thought-provoking conversations, “Is Anybody Out There?” amplifies women’s voices and connects communities with the tools to spark change. Whether you’re a survivor on a healing journey, a supporter looking to help, or someone seeking to understand, this podcast delivers honesty, awareness, and hope.   Join Patti Collins and her guests as they break the silence, end the stigma, and empower women everywhere.   If you are a survivor, a supporter, or someone who believes in the power of purpose-driven art — this episode is your reminder that healing can come from unexpected places… and that you are never alone.