Why this interview matters If you’ve ever been stalked, controlled, or feared for your safety while trying to leave a toxic relationship, this conversation is for you.

In this powerful stalking interview, Texas divorce lawyer and former Associate Judge Michele Locke breaks down exactly how stalking works, how it escalates into domestic violence, and what legal tools actually protect victims — especially during and after divorce.

We sat down with Michele for her popular Friday Instagram Live (every week at 4 PM Texas time). What started as a focused discussion on stalking quickly expanded into critical territory: coercive control, emotional abuse, physical danger, and the hidden legal realities of divorcing an abusive partner.

Michele Locke’s credentials

• Practicing Texas divorce attorney

• Former Associate Judge in Texas

• Recognized expert on family law and domestic violence cases

Michele Locke joined the WHEN DATING HURTS Podcast twice in 2025 for deep-dive episodes on divorce from an abusive marriage. Those interviews are essential listening if you’re considering separation, protective orders, or rebuilding after abuse. Highly recommended — search “Michele Locke When Dating Hurts” or check the podcast archives.

Special thanks to Michele Locke for this raw, no-fluff interview. We’re already planning her next return — she always delivers game-changing insights.

Want to watch the full Instagram Live? Catch Michele every Friday at 4 PM Texas time: 👉 Follow & join her live: @attorneymichelelocke

This episode is for anyone dealing with stalking, domestic violence, narcissistic abuse, or an abusive divorce. You are not alone — and there are real legal strategies that work. WHEN DATING HURTS – Real stories, expert advice, and the truth about dangerous dating and relationships.

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Thank you for listening,

Bill Mitchell

NOTE:

If you are a survivor and want to share your story of abuse on the WHEN DATING HURTS Podcast, please email me: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BillMitchell@WhenDatingHurts.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

The ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠WHEN DATING HURTS book⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (in paperback, eBook, and audiobook) can be found on Amazon.

HELPFUL RESOURCES:

• National Domestic Violence Hotline – ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Hotline.org ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠– Call 800-799-SAFE

• ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LoveIsRespect⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ – Call 866-331-9474

• RAINN (Rape Abuse Incest National Network) – ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠RAINN.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ – Call 800-656-4673

• SUICIDE HELPLINE: Call 988

Thank you for listening to our WHEN DATING HURTS podcast,

Bill Mitchell

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠WhenDatingHurts.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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