Amazing content for all who experienced abuse they couldn’t name

Even after leaving an abusive relationship, something always felt unfinished — like I couldn’t quite name what had happened to me. Then I found Crime Analyst.

Laura Richards doesn’t just analyze crime; she puts words to things I didn’t even realize had names. She describes coercive control in a way that finally validated my experience — things I thought were “just me being dramatic” or “not abuse enough” were suddenly exposed for what they truly were.

Her background in behavioral analysis and her unwavering focus on victims made me feel seen, heard, and believed. This podcast isn’t just about crime — it’s about truth, and about helping survivors put the pieces back together.

If you’ve ever doubted your own story, Crime Analyst will help you understand it — and reclaim it.