TSAP EP. 17 - DV, SA & Strangulation | HAVEN Forensic Nurse on Survivor Support Speaks

Описание: In this episode of Warrior Voices, host Jaime Matthews sits down with Jeanine Jacopec, a forensic nurse from HAVEN, an organization providing free, trauma-informed services for survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault.

Jeanine shares what forensic nurses do, what survivors can expect during a sexual assault or strangulation forensic exam, and why these exams are critical — especially as violence continues to escalate. We discuss the hidden dangers of strangulation, how symptoms can appear days or weeks later, and why specialized care matters.

This conversation also explores safety planning, the role of pets in abusive relationships, survivor's guilt and minimization of trauma, and the importance of non-judgmental, community-based support. HAVEN has been serving survivors for over 50 years, offering private, compassionate care at HAVEN locations and any Oakland County hospital.

💜 All HAVEN services are completely free.
🎧 This episode is a must-listen for survivors, advocates, healthcare professionals, and anyone wanting to support someone experiencing abuse.

Resources:
HAVEN:
HAVEN’s 24-Hour Crisis Hotline – 248-334-1274
Website: https://haven-oakland.org/
HAVEN Gala May 1, 2026 – Auburn Hills Area

National Domestic Violence Hotline:
Safety Plan Document-
https://www.thehotline.org/plan-for-s...
• Hotline: 1.800.799.SAFE (7233)
• Text: "START" to 88788

Real Life Coaching:
Website: www.reallifecoachingllc.com

Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Haven and Its Services
03:01 The Role of Forensic Nurses in Supporting Survivors
05:48 The Process of Forensic Exams at Haven
09:08 The Unique Environment of Haven's Services
12:11 Comprehensive Support Beyond Forensic Exams
15:09 The Importance of Pet Inclusion in Domestic Violence Shelters
18:11 Understanding Strangulation and Its Consequences
20:54 Minimization of Trauma and Survivor Education
26:30 Understanding the Cycle of Abuse
28:09 The Importance of Safety Planning
30:01 Escalation of Violence and Threats
31:47 Supporting Survivors: Minimizing Abuse
33:49 Empowerment and Non-Judgmental Support
36:12 Resources for Loved Ones of Survivors
38:11 Navigating Shame and Guilt in Survivors
39:51 The Role of Non-Judgmental Care
41:59 Funding and Supporting Haven's Services

Keywords:
HAVEN, forensic nursing, strangulation dangers, domestic violence support, sexual assault forensic exam, survivor support services, trauma-informed care, strangulation symptoms weeks later, forensic nurse sexual assault exam, free forensic exams Michigan, Oakland County survivor resources, safety planning, domestic violence, non-judgmental survivor support, intimate partner violence help, trauma recovery for survivors