The Vital Role of Physical Therapy w/Dr. Jordan Martine, PT, DPT

Starting the Year Forward: Faith and Healing in 2026

Welcome to the first episode of 2026! My name is Crystal Sutherland, your host for the Journey to Heal Podcast. If you are listening today, I want you to know this first: you are safe here, you are seen, and you are deeply loved by God. As we step into a new year, many voices tell us to “move on,” “start fresh,” or “leave the past behind.” But for survivors of sexual abuse, the new year doesn’t automatically erase the pain, the memories, or the questions. And God does not ask us to pretend those things never happened. Instead, Jesus invites us to walk forward with Him—at His pace, with His presence, and with His healing. At Journey to Heal Ministries, we believe healing happens in the presence of Jesus, through faith in him - with trauma informed support, education and community * We do not rush the process. *  We honor each woman’s story. *  And we trust God to lead each step. Starting the year forward doesn’t mean leaving your story behind. It means inviting Jesus into it more deeply—and allowing Him to guide your healing one step at a time. I hope this episode will help you take a fresh step forward in faith and healing this year! ________ For available Journey to Heal Women's Groups visit us at: https://www.journeytohealministries.org/programs/groups [https://www.journeytohealministries.org/programs/groups] Book recommendations (via Amazon or wherever books are sold): Journey to Heal: Seven Essential Steps of Recovery for Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse by Crystal M. Sutherland The Journey to Heal Companion Guide by Crsytal M. Sutherland Voices of Hope: 21 Devotions for Healing by Survivors for Survivors Healing Everyday by Mary DeMuth On the Threshold of Hope by Dr. Diane Langburg Scritpures shared in this episode: “The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.” —Psalm 34:18 “Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed, for His compassions never fail. They are new every morning.” —Lamentations 3:22–23 “He tends His flock like a shepherd… He gently leads those that have young.” —Isaiah 40:11 “Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” —John 8:32 “Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; old things have passed away; behold, all things have become new.” —2 Corinthians 5:17, NKJV “The Lord will fight for you; you need only to be still.” —Exodus 14:14 “Being confident of this, that He who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion.” —Philippians 1:6 Thank you for tuning in today! I hope you were encouraged in your journey of faith and healing. We invite you to stay connected with us on our social media pages or via our monthly newsletter: IG/FB: @journeytohealministries.org [https://www.instagram.com/journeytohealministries] WEB:  www.journeytohealministries.org [https://www.journeytohealministries.org] Be sure to hit "subscribe" to this podcast so you don't miss the next episode!  Journey to Heal Ministries is a 501(c)3 Nonprofit based in NC. Our mission is to help women heal from past sexual abuse by leading them to hope in Jesus Christ through providing trauma informed support, education, and community. If you would like to give towards our mission to help support our work, you can do so at https://www.journeytohealministries.org/donate.  Thank you again for listening!

The Vital Role of Physical Therapy w/Dr. Jordan Martine, PT, DPT

Hello Friend! I'm so glad you're tuning in today for this special episode.  On the podcast with me today is my friend, Dr. Jordan Martine, PT, DPT of Salt & Light Physical Therapy and Integrative Wellness in Wilmington, NC. This is Part 2 of a two-part Physical Health Series for survivors we're doing during the month of April. Jordan has partnered and collaborated with Journey to Heal Ministries in various ways over the years, and most recently took part in a Conversation of Hope event we hosted last year, to help survivors learn more about some of physical effects of abuse and avenues available for healing. In this episode Jordan shares her expert insight and experience in working with survivors to help them listen to their bodies and address the physical effects of unhealed trauma - from IBS to pain in sex! I hope you find this episode insightful and helpful in your healing journey. __________________ Resources and web links from this episode: Books The Body Keeps the Score by Dr. Besser Van Dur Kolk [https://www.amazon.com/Bertram-Body-Keeps-Score-Paperback/dp/B0B4VWRVBL/ref=asc_df _B0B4VWRVBL?mcid=691e7b199b913e61be92fcd12b401a22&hvocijid=173564076339493319 10-B0B4VWRVBL-&hvexpln=73&tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=721245378154&hvpos =&hvnetw=g&hvrand=17356407633949331910&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcm dl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9010078&hvtargid=pla-2281435177858&psc=1 ] When Sex Hurts: Understanding and Healing Pelvic Pain [https://www.amazon.com/When-Sex-Hurts-Understanding-Healing/dp/0306827425/ref=sr_1_1? dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.dMHWJ2x3xNOb6T5tGjz8jmrPuwe9xqNHr546zd2h5OgCmp84EXdDAF67fiIJ F8uAZx7MZxt9geyE0-EyIggcU1uQ3MyIJeWrHJbutOuyjg60kHI4rsuHeBmdR2ABDKvyNw1MVN oq7AMAAFdEOE8Ge8MlmxOm96oepgP2vv8C1Zog-juZesZ42NgI0zWzEKirE_uF3WjWs1P2FH AcY6EhiRticyHa-TIprE-VNnPU7dA.ESsxBu_SmKXqKbxWKd2PRDJFw5cyZ1ZJoHGhFcjDwkU &dib_tag=se&keywords=When+Sex+hurts+book&qid=1744278732&sr=8-1 ] Research Articles  Trauma-informed management of patients with prior sexual trauma in pelvic health physiotherapy clinical practice  [https://www.publish.csiro.au/cj/pdf/CJ24042?] IRRITABLE BOWEL SYNDROME: Relationships with Abuse in Childhood  [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Vl0YTZgEK6olRqLeRACRtbP7DHELgaQAU-_F4QJdX7M/edit?tab=t.0] To get in contact with Dr. Jordan or Salt & Light PT: Phone: 910-970-4023 | Fax: 910-970-4022 Email: saltandlightpt@gmail.com [saltandlightpt@gmail.com] | Web: www.saltandlightpt.com [http://www.saltandlightpt.com/] Thank you for tuning in today! I hope you were encouraged in your journey of faith and healing. We invite you to stay connected with us on our social media pages or via our monthly newsletter: IG/FB: @journeytohealministries.org [https://www.instagram.com/journeytohealministries] WEB:  www.journeytohealministries.org [https://www.journeytohealministries.org] Be sure to hit "subscribe" to this podcast so you don't miss the next episode!  Journey to Heal Ministries is a 501(c)3 Nonprofit based in NC. Our mission is to help women heal from past sexual abuse by leading them to hope in Jesus Christ through providing trauma informed support, education, and community. If you would like to give towards our mission to help support our work, you can do so at https://www.journeytohealministries.org/donate.  Thank you again for listening!

CSA Prevention with The Mama Bear Effect

Have you met Adrianne Simeone , Founder of The Mama Bear Effect The Mama Bear Effect? Tune into this episode and you'll get a chance to "meet" and hear about her passion for empowering parents and caregivers to protect children from sexual abuse! Adrianne founded the Mama Bear Effect in the fall of 2012. She is a resident of Massachusetts, with her husband, John, and their four children. A graduate of Babson College of Business, Adrianne spent most of her professional career working for her father’s business in marketing and sales. After the birth of their first child, she decided to take a break from working full time. It was after reading one too many stories about a child being sexually abused, that Adrianne felt a calling to utilize her professional skills and make a positive contribution. She believes that with the power of social media and a down-to-earth approach, The Mama Bear Effect can create change and encourage people to protect children from being sexually abused. Adrianne has partnered with us as a Hope Run Sponsor, #END1IN10 event speaker, and advocate of our mission through the years in various ways. We're delighted to have her jump on a podcast episode to help raise awareness and equip our community, especially during April - Child Abuse Prevention Month. To connect with Adrianne and The Mama Bear Effect go to https://www.themamabeareffect.org. You can also find more resources and insights from Adrianne via IG and FB at @mamabeareffect.  You can also view this episode via our YouTube channel at : https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfxa32clPjk60G4JKJlx9Ew Thank you for tuning in today! I hope you were encouraged in your journey of faith and healing. We invite you to stay connected with us on our social media pages or via our monthly newsletter: IG/FB: @journeytohealministries.org [https://www.instagram.com/journeytohealministries] WEB:  www.journeytohealministries.org [https://www.journeytohealministries.org] Be sure to hit "subscribe" to this podcast so you don't miss the next episode!  Journey to Heal Ministries is a 501(c)3 Nonprofit based in NC. Our mission is to help women heal from past sexual abuse by leading them to hope in Jesus Christ through providing trauma informed support, education, and community. If you would like to give towards our mission to help support our work, you can do so at https://www.journeytohealministries.org/donate.  Thank you again for listening!

Health Series Part 1: Healing with the Halo Method

Join me for Part 1 of a two-part Health Series I'm doing with local practioners that serve my local community, but more importantly large number of survivors of sexual abuse.  My first guest you'll hear from in Part 1 today is Dr. Austin Strickland. Dr. Strickland is the founder and the primary practioner of Halo Method: Wilmington's cornerstone in healing neuropathy, hormone imbalance, and other chronic conditions. Dr. Strickland found us online and reached out earlier this year to connect on how we could collaborate to better serve survivors in our community. After learning that he serves a significant number of women who have experienced sexual abuse, I was delighted to have him come on the podcast and share some insight for you! Did you know that your trauma responses could be indicators of essential vitamin deficiencies due to hightened levels of cortisol (the primary stress hormone) in your system? Like, vitamin C...which our body often is craving after stressful situations, but the craving feels like your body wants sugar (donuts, carbs, sweets) instead.  This explains much of my weight battle for the past 30+ years! In this eposide we're diving into how the trauma of sexual abuse can have long term effects on a person's body and ways he helps survivors address those effects in a holistic way.  I hope you'll find this episode helpful in your healing journey. To learn more about Dr. Strickland and his services, you can connect with him via this website at https://www.myhalomethod.com or via his business address below! Dr. Austin Strickland, DC, CFMP, PAK, NET The Halo Method Team 1612 Harbour Dr. Wilmington, NC 28401 ____________________________ Thank you for tuning in today! I hope you were encouraged in your journey of faith and healing. We invite you to stay connected with us on our social media pages or via our monthly newsletter: IG/FB: @journeytohealministries.org [https://www.instagram.com/journeytohealministries] WEB:  www.journeytohealministries.org [https://www.journeytohealministries.org] Be sure to hit "subscribe" to this podcast so you don't miss the next episode!  Journey to Heal Ministries is a 501(c)3 Nonprofit based in NC. Our mission is to help women heal from past sexual abuse by leading them to hope in Jesus Christ through providing trauma informed support, education, and community. If you would like to give towards our mission to help support our work, you can do so at https://www.journeytohealministries.org/donate.  Thank you again for listening!

New Year & New Beginnings

What is your New Year's Resolution? Or, are you like me and resolutions aren't your thing? Today I'm talking about moving forward in faith and healing, My One Word for this year, and inviting you to consider where you need to make some intentional shifts towards better...and more... Better living, healing, and relationships...and more faith, hope, and healing in this new year. My One Word for this year is "Pray" and in this episide I'm taking time to pray for you. I'd love to hear from you. You can email me at crystal@journeytohealministries.org and share your One Word, resolution, or ways I can pray for you this year. Walking alongside Crystal Sutherland ************** Book shared in episide: My One Word [https://www.amazon.com/My-One-Word-Change-Your/dp/0310318777]by Mike Ashcraft Key Scritpures: Mark 11:24 Phillippians 4:6,7 1 Peter 5:6,7 Suggested reading: Practicing the Way [https://www.amazon.com/Untitled-508459-Penguin-Random-House/dp/0593453581/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2O2GHXNX53QZM&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.kdJqCKf49JzxVdzVsT7a54xWdi2Fv3B3zVd216tp-WdbgjjIC67b2ZIyQoAt1PN1keCh4-wQOSwQgrkuzggdTan_ki3UgtKwBjrsnNM2DLGa1oDOig7Pt_x9oGgi4CdrXcxsePPDDc5IL-zm5JO0khk1M7JGw6eDmga7WM5dO0ew_gCcQrPoBBFlYE69q2G9F0Z_vf0Xhtcb7XPv34PosbhRSBsxCi-l3FdH01FZh0M.LreeEWPnQW9ibmMJydjD1-ch7TonUJpkdHD9IEv6umk&dib_tag=se&keywords=practicing+the+way+john+mark+comer&qid=1737571697&s=books&sprefix=practicing+the+%2Cstripbooks%2C131&sr=1-1] by John Marc Comer Thank you for tuning in today! I hope you were encouraged in your journey of faith and healing. We invite you to stay connected with us on our social media pages or via our monthly newsletter: IG/FB: @journeytohealministries.org [https://www.instagram.com/journeytohealministries] WEB:  www.journeytohealministries.org [https://www.journeytohealministries.org] Be sure to hit "subscribe" to this podcast so you don't miss the next episode!  Journey to Heal Ministries is a 501(c)3 Nonprofit based in NC. Our mission is to help women heal from past sexual abuse by leading them to hope in Jesus Christ through providing trauma informed support, education, and community. If you would like to give towards our mission to help support our work, you can do so at https://www.journeytohealministries.org/donate.  Thank you again for listening!