In this episode, Ruth discusses the challenges she faced living with her abuser and recounts her attempts to seek help, only to be met with inadequate responses from the police. After leaving her abuser and enduring years of constant threats and harassment, she describes how her son was coerced by his father and handed over by local authorities, despite an existing court order restricting the father's access. Ruth emphasizes the systemic failures and lack of support from social workers and the police, despite her efforts to document and report abuses.

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Mike Flinn, a Level 7 qualified psychotherapist, discusses his extensive work within the family court system. Mike shares his professional journey, his involvement with relationships and family therapy, and his experiences working with adults, children, couples, and families. He discusses the emotional challenges of his work, especially when dealing with family court cases often involving domestic violence and coercive control. Mike also addresses the shortcomings in the family court system, including the misunderstandings of domestic abuse dynamics, the complexities of working with unregulated experts, and the need for more thorough training and scrutiny. Join us for an insightful conversation that sheds light on the intricacies and emotional hurdles faced by families and professionals in the family court system.

In this powerful episode, we delve into the distressing narrative of 'oneclickboedicea', who recounts her painful battle within the family court system after losing her child to a coercive controller. She uncovers institutional failures and systemic issues within the judiciary, social services, and law enforcement, highlighting the role of untrained and uninterested professionals in perpetuating abuse. 'oneclickboedicea' provides a heartfelt account of the manipulation, flawed investigations, and the emotional toll of fighting for her daughter's safety against coercive control and mental abuse. Follow 'oneclickboedicea' at https://x.com/oneclickboedice