Stories that heal the heart and awaken courage
Brave Hearts Speak Podcast
A podcast dedicated to empowering women by helping them reclaim their voices, rise from the shadows of abuse, and step into their power. Hosted by Lucia Severtson—psychotherapist, survivor, and founder of The Brave Women’s Community Center—each episode shares real stories of resilience and healing through storytelling. By fostering truth-telling, creativity, and community, this women empowerment podcast aims to uplift survivors of abuse.
A Community Gathering For Survivors of All Forms of Abuse
Become a Member
Brave Survivor Circle is a free monthly online community gathering for women who have experienced abuse in any form — including physical, emotional, psychological, relational, workplace, medical, or institutional harm. This space is dedicated to healing through storytelling, allowing survivors of abuse to connect and share their experiences.
It’s important to note that this is not a therapy group or crisis support. Instead, it is a creative and connection-centered environment designed for women empowered to support each other in community.
Each month, we gather on Zoom for light creative activities, thoughtful discussions, and meaningful connections. Participation is always optional; you are welcome to share or simply listen in a supportive atmosphere.
Led by Lucia Severtson, a licensed psychotherapist, founder of the Brave Women’s Community Center, and host of the women empowerment podcast Brave Hearts Speak, this gathering aims to foster connection and resilience.
Free. Online. Monthly. Registration required.
REGISTER ON EVENTBRITE
Brave Hearts Speak 🎙️LAUNCHED OCTOBER 15TH, 2025
NEW EPISODES BI-WEEKLY
A podcast and audio library amplifying the voices of survivors of abuse.
Brave Hearts Speak was born out of one simple truth: For too long, survivors of abuse have been silenced, dismissed, or told their stories weren’t “that bad.” This space exists to change that and focus on healing through storytelling.
What You’ll Hear
On the podcast:
Raw, unfiltered conversations with women bravely sharing their lived experiences of abuse — from the subtle and covert to the most overt and devastating.
Stories of transformation — how women are turning their pain into purpose, reclaiming their lives, and leading with courage, embodying the essence of women empowerment.
Mini episodes where I (Lucia) share real-life examples of everyday bravery: setting boundaries, saying no, raising standards, and walking away from what no longer serves.
Insights and reflections from my collaborator, Shea, as we model what it looks like to practice everyday bravery in real time.
On the audio library:
A growing collection of survivor voices you can listen to anytime.
A space for women at every stage of the journey — whether they’re still raw and finding words for the first time, or they’re standing tall in their healing and offering wisdom to others.
Stories meant to validate, resonate, and remind you: you are not alone.
Why It Matters
This is not just another podcast. It’s a home—a place where you will be witnessed, and witnessing itself is a sacred act. Listening deeply, letting yourself be moved, and finding the threads of resonance in someone else’s story helps us all heal.
Because abuse doesn’t just happen in one form, and healing doesn’t happen in isolation. Together, we can rebuild our sense of self, raise our interpersonal standards, and create lives that reflect our worth instead of our wounds.
Add Your Voice, Tell Your Story!
Brave Survivor Circle is a free monthly online community gathering for women who have experienced abuse in any form — including physical, emotional, psychological, relational, workplace, medical, or institutional harm. This space is dedicated to healing through storytelling, allowing survivors of abuse to connect and share their experiences.
It’s important to note that this is not a therapy group or crisis support. Instead, it is a creative and connection-centered environment designed for women empowered to support each other in community.
Each month, we gather on Zoom for light creative activities, thoughtful discussions, and meaningful connections. Participation is always optional; you are welcome to share or simply listen in a supportive atmosphere.
Led by Lucia Severtson, a licensed psychotherapist, founder of the Brave Women’s Community Center, and host of the women empowerment podcast Brave Hearts Speak, this gathering aims to foster connection and resilience.
Free. Online. Monthly. Registration required.
REGISTER ON EVENTBRITE
In Partnership With The Voice Library, The Brave Women's Community Center is excited to collaborate with The Voice Library, a pioneer in digital storytelling and audio preservation. This partnership enhances our mission of healing through storytelling, merging our platforms to amplify women's voices across the globe, especially those of survivors of abuse. The Voice Library's innovative audio technology enables you to add your images, art, or pictures, creating more powerful narratives in a format that is fun, accessible, and engaging. Together, our aligned missions support a deeper understanding and appreciation of the myriad experiences that shape womanhood. Additionally, we aim to inspire our audience through a women empowerment podcast, fostering community and connection.
Who Should Have Access to You?
A quick reflection guide to help you notice where subtle and overt abuse may be happening in your life