This episode focuses on how individuals—especially thosenavigating dating and romantic relationships—can stay safe, assert their needs, and foster mutual respect. While love and connection are universal, dating can also come with risks. From personal safety to consent conversations to boundary-setting, this episode equips viewers with tools to navigate dating with confidence and clarity. Prevention isn’t just about avoiding harm—it’s about empowering people to choose healthy, respectful relationships.
In our first segment, we’re joined by Keri Higby, ProgramSpecialist with the Seminole County Sheriff's Office and Adjunct Professor at the University of Central Florida. Keri created the S.A.F.E. Women’s Self-Defense program and brings over a decade of experience in crime prevention, empowerment education, and community safety.
In our second segment, we’re joined by Natasha D’Arcangelo,a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who works closely with clients processing trauma and rebuilding their sense of self. Natasha’s work frequently involves helping individuals explore what healthy love and connection look like—especially when they’ve experienced harm or have never had a model for respectful relationships.
In our third segment, we are joined by Corrine Phillips, aForensic Nurse Examiner with the Victim Service Center. Corrine works directly with survivors of sexual violence and brings valuable insight into the real-world impact of consent misunderstandings and dating violence.
Guest Speakers
Keri Higby
Title: Specialized Services Senior Program Specialist;Adjunct Professor
Organization: Seminole County Sheriff's Office; UCF
keri.higby@ucf.edu or khigby@seminolesheriff.org,407-474-5127
Natasha D’Arcangelo, LMHC
Title: Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Organization: LBee Health
Contact information to be displayed on screen: LBee Healthwww.lbeehealth.com
natasha@lbeehealth.com
Corrine Phillips, FNE
Title: Forensic Nurse Examiner Coordinator
Organization: Victim Service Center of Central Florida
Below are hotlines we recommend:
VSC Helpline: (407) 500-4325
National Sexual Assault Helpline (RAINN): 1-800-656-4673
Florida Abuse Hotline: 1-800-962-2873 OR visit myflfamilies.com to report online.
Victim Service Center of Central Florida, Inc.
2111 East Michigan Street, Suite 210
Orlando, Florida 32806
Marketing@VictimServiceCenter.org