In this compelling episode of Therapists’ Take, we sit down with family law attorney and author Brian Putnam to unpack the complex and often misunderstood reality of domestic abuse. Drawing on decades of legal experience and personal insight, Brian shares what it truly takes to break free from abuse—and the critical steps toward safety, justice, and healing.
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00:00 - Hi, Carrie! (Intro)
01:38 - Guest: Brian Putnam
02:50 - The Reason for the Book
06:14 - Who Should Read It
09:15 - Encyclopedia of Domestic Abuse
17:43 - Healing the Wounds
28:30 - Breaking Free & Safety Planning
34:04 - Preventing Domestic Abuse
About Our Guest:
Brian Putnam is an experienced attorney, advocate, and author of Escaping Domestic Abuse: A Step-by-Step Guide to Breaking Free. Through his legal work and writing, Brian provides survivors with clear, compassionate guidance for navigating the legal system and safely leaving abusive situations.
For more information about Brian and/or the legal services his team provides, please visit https://www.PutnamLawOffice.com.
To purchase the book, Escaping Domestic Abuse: A Step-by-Step Guide to Breaking Free, you can do so by clicking the following link - https://amzn.to/47zeFeS
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Domestic Abuse Resources
Oklahoma Specific Domestic Abuse Resources
Other Resources Mentioned
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