Dr. Xuan Stevens, Licensed Psychologist joins host, Ashley for an in-depth conversation about Intimate Partner Violence and some of the warning signs that come with it. We also talk about the long-term effects of Intimate Partner Violence on mental health and how it can affect different communities.
*TRIGGER WARNING*- Intimate Partner Violence, Domestic Violence, Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Psychological Abuse
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Dr. Xuan Stevens is a board certified licensed psychologist and the Program Director and founder for Ultimate Thinking Psychological Consultants. Dr. Stevens appears frequently on the podcast and is our invaluable "in-house" mental health professional!
Email: utpcpa@gmail.com
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The powerful TV Series mentioned during this episode is called "I May Destroy You" and was created by Michaela Coel. 
https://www.hbo.com/i-may-destroy-you
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If you are a victim of abuse, you are NOT alone, you are not to blame and you cannot control the actions of your abuser. You are a human being who deserves respect and kindness.
IF YOU ARE IN IMMEDIATE DANGER, PLEASE CALL 911.
Resources:
Domestic Violence SafeLink
1-877-785-2020
1-877-521-2601 (TTY)
National Coalition Against Domestic Violence
Phone: 303-839-1852
National Domestic Violence Hotline Number
Phone: 1-800-799-SAFE (7233)
Phone: 1-800-799-3224 (TTY)
Life-Span (for victims of law enforcement personnel)
Phone: 312-408-1210
National Sexual Assault Hotline
Phone: 1-800-656-HOPE (4673)
Teen Hotline
Phone: 1-800-999-9999
Futures Without Violence: The National Health Resource Center on Domestic Violence 
1-888-792-2873
National Center on Domestic Violence, Trauma & Mental Health
1-312-726-7020 ext. 2011
National Runaway Safeline
1-800-RUNAWAY or 1-800-786-2929

VAW.NET(Gender Based Violence)
Key Facts About Violence Against Women
Understanding Intimate Partner Violence as a Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights Issue in the United States
Violence Against Trans- & Non-Binary People
Philly’s transgender community speaks out on intimate partner violence
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