FFP 21: Seventeen Years of Love: A Mother’s Message to Her Alienated Twins

04/24/25 • 31 min

Fractured Families Podcast Fighting Parental Alienation

Episode Summary

In this emotional episode of Fractured Family Podcast, host Charity welcomes Andrea Hensley, a mother who has been alienated from her twin boys. Andrea shares her painful journey, from past legal troubles and an abusive relationship to her ongoing fight to reconnect with her sons. She provides an update on her recent court visit, reflects on the challenges of parental alienation, and discusses the resilience and hope that keep her moving forward.

Key Talking Points

Andrea’s Background & Struggles – Her early legal issues and how they impacted custody.
Domestic Violence & Its Consequences – How an abusive relationship led to losing contact with her children.
Parental Alienation & the Court System – Challenges faced in regaining parental rights.
Recent Court Visit – Updates on legal proceedings and what’s next in her journey.
Message to Her Sons – A heartfelt birthday message to her 17-year-old twins.
Advice for Other Parents – Encouragement for those facing similar struggles.

Key Takeaways

Parental alienation is a long and emotionally draining battle, but persistence is key.
Legal systems can be complex and frustrating, making it crucial to have strong legal and emotional support.
Domestic violence can have lasting repercussions on custody and relationships, even after the victim has left the situation.
Hope and resilience matter—never give up on fighting for your children.
Children should know they are loved, even when alienated parents have limited or no contact.

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✅ Healing and reunification are possible with patience, support, and the right approach.

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Episode Summary

Key Talking Points

Andrea’s Background & Struggles – Her early legal issues and how they impacted custody.
Domestic Violence & Its Consequences – How an abusive relationship led to losing contact with her children.
Parental Alienation & the Court System – Challenges faced in regaining parental rights.
Recent Court Visit – Updates on legal proceedings and what’s next in her journey.
Message to Her Sons – A heartfelt birthday message to her 17-year-old twins.
Advice for Other Parents – Encouragement for those facing similar struggles.

Key Takeaways

Parental alienation is a long and emotionally draining battle, but persistence is key.
Legal systems can be complex and frustrating, making it crucial to have strong legal and emotional support.
Domestic violence can have lasting repercussions on custody and relationships, even after the victim has left the situation.
Hope and resilience matter—never give up on fighting for your children.
Children should know they are loved, even when alienated parents have limited or no contact.

📲 Follow Andrea:
TikTok: andreahensley121

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FFP 20: Abandoned Twice: Losing My Children and My Family’s Support

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Summary:

In this episode, we delve into the deeply painful experience of parental alienation through the story of Michael, a father who has been unjustly separated from his children. Michael shares his firsthand account of how his relationship with his children was manipulated and eroded by an alienating parent. We explore the psychological and emotional toll on both the alienated parent and the children, uncovering the long-term consequences of these harmful behaviors. Through his story, we shed light on the legal, emotional, and relational challenges faced by alienated parents and discuss pathways toward healing and reunification.

Talking Points:

Michael’s Story: His experience of being alienated from his children.
The Emotional Toll: The psychological effects on the alienated parent and the children.
Signs of Alienation: Recognizing alienating behaviors in high-conflict situations.
Legal Challenges: The struggles of fighting for parental rights in court.
Impact on Children: How alienation affects a child’s mental and emotional development.
Breaking the Cycle: What parents and professionals can do to combat alienation.
Hope for Reunification: Stories of healing and reconnecting with alienated children.

Key Takeaways:

✅ Parental alienation is a form of emotional abuse that harms both the parent and child.
✅ Alienating behaviors can create false narratives that damage relationships.
✅ The legal system often fails to recognize and address alienation effectively.
✅ Children caught in the middle suffer from identity confusion, guilt, and long-term psychological effects.
✅ Education and awareness are crucial in preventing alienation and promoting healthy co-parenting.

Thank you for listening to the Fractured Families Podcast. If this story resonates with you or you’ve experienced parental alienation, we want to hear your voice.
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FFP 22: She Was My World,Now She's Gone!

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🔍 Summary

Robert is a targeted father who shares his deeply personal and heartbreaking journey through parental alienation. He speaks about how his daughter was turned against him after a divorce and the manipulative tactics used by his ex-wife and the court system. Despite no evidence of abuse, Robert lost meaningful contact with his daughter, who was once close to him. He highlights systemic issues in the family court system, the emotional toll on alienated parents, and how alienated children are psychologically manipulated. Robert also reflects on healing, faith, and holding onto hope even when reunification seems distant.

✅ Key Takeaways

Rapid Alienation: Robert went from being a daily, involved father to completely cut off from his daughter in just a few months.
No Abuse Found: Despite multiple false allegations, none were substantiated. Still, the court system acted as if he were guilty, isolating him.
Child's Turnaround Was Sudden: His daughter, previously loving and bonded with him, suddenly called him names and rejected him entirely—classic signs of alienation.
Weaponization of Therapy: Therapists and court-appointed professionals either ignored or misunderstood the signs of alienation, often reinforcing the alienation dynamic.
Court System Enables Alienation: Robert describes the system as enabling the alienating parent, punishing the targeted parent with expensive legal fees and unfair rulings.
Emotional & Financial Devastation: He spent over $100,000 fighting for his daughter and faced severe emotional distress, even considering suicide at his lowest point.
Faith and Support Were Lifelines: Support groups and faith helped him recover emotionally and find purpose by supporting other parents.
Reunification Hope: Despite the years lost, Robert holds onto hope that one day his daughter will come back.

🎙️ Talking Points for the Podcast

Robert’s deep emotional bond with his daughter and how active and present he was in her life before the separation.
how quickly and severely the alienation escalated after the relationship ended.
how Robert's ex-partner used inconsistent co-parenting behavior and lateness to control access to their child.
the impact of false allegations and how they were weaponized against him despite no legal findings of abuse or neglect.
how the court system and support services, rather than helping, contributed to the alienation through lack of understanding or bias.
the heartbreaking transformation in his daughter’s behavior—from affection to rejection—despite no changes in his parenting.
the emotional, financial, and psychological toll this experience has taken on Robert, including the extreme stress and feelings of helplessness.
the resilience Robert has shown by continuing to document, seek legal help, and advocate for his daughter’s well-being.

👉 Be my guest! Share your story and join the fight for awareness by signing up here: https://tally.so/r/w710AP
📲 Follow Charity:
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https://www.instagram.com/parentalalienationisreal/
Together, we can amplify the voices of alienated parents and fight for change. Don’t forget to like, share, and follow for more episodes.
🎙️ Let’s rebuild fractured families.
#FracturedFamiliesPodcast #parentalalienationisreal #FamilyCourtReform #ParentalRights #ChildCustody #Resilience #HopeAndHealing #Podcast #parentalalienation

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