The Unseen Wounds — Psychological Abuse, Self-Trust & the Path to Advocacy featuring Chris and Kristen Kreft

This week on “Is Anybody Out There?”, Patti and Andrea sit down with Chris, the first male survivor to share his story on the podcast. Chris shines a powerful light on a form of domestic violence that often goes unnoticed, unnamed, and unvalidated: psychological abuse. As someone whose life revolves around logic, precision, and clarity, Chris never expected to find himself unraveling under the weight of manipulation, isolation, and emotional control—abuse that left no visible bruises, but caused deep and lasting wounds. In this powerful conversation, Chris opens up about how the abuse began, how it slowly eroded his confidence, and the moment he realized that what he was experiencing was abuse. He also discusses the unique challenges men can face when seeking help, the difficult journey of rebuilding self-trust after emotional manipulation, and how he transformed his own pain into purpose through advocacy. This episode is a reminder that abuse is abuse, whether or not it leaves scars. And men, too, deserve to be heard, believed, supported, and safe. Music Guest: Kristen Kreft https://www.instagram.com/k_sings_loud/?hl=en “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.