In The Press
Ashley Bendiksen is sought after by media professionals for both her powerful personal survivor story, as well as her expertise as a subject matter expert on abuse and violence prevention, adolescent mental health, resilience, and healing after abuse.
An experienced writer, Ashley is an accomplished journalist, senior writer, expert contributor, published author, and served as the former editor of two magazines. As a contributor, Ashley has been featured in Bustle, Entrepreneur, SELF, Thrive Global, Authority Magazine, and was an expert on the Crime Junkie Podcast, among many others. Ashley was also featured in an 12x international award-winning documentary on Notoriety Network.
In addition to her work as a speaker and consultant, Ashley is the co-founder of the Blue Hearts Project, a global storytelling platform for survivors of abuse. She also co-owns Island Youth Coaching, an agency specializing in life coaching and college consulting for teens and young adults.
Ashley is available for features that highlight:
- Survivor Stories
- Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault
- Teen Dating Violence
- Adolescent Mental Health
- Women's Empowerment
- Resilience and Overcoming Trauma
Newport Neighbors Magazine Cover - January 2023
12x International Award Winning Documentary
Women We Admire - Southcoast Almanac Magazine
WPRI 12 Eye Witness News - Solo Feature on Teen Dating Violence
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SELF Magazine - What Is Love Bombing and How Is It Different From Falling In Love? 6 Signs to Watch Out For - Read
Entrepreneur Magazine - When You Hurt Most, You Grow Most - Read
Newport Resident Crowned Miss Rhode Island to Compete in National Pageant in Las Vegas - Read
Documentary Feature! #SHERO Project on Notoriety Network - Read
#SHERO Project: Sharing the Real Lives Behind Domestic Abuse - Read
Arianna Huffington's Thrive Global: #SHEROproject, Ashley Bendiksen's Inspiring Story - Read
Former Miss New Bedford Launches Website for Domestic Abuse Survivors - SouthCoast Today - Read
Boston Voyager: Boston's Most Inspiring Stories - Meet Ashley Bendiksen - Read
WPRI 12 EyeWitness News: Stand Up to Abuse: How One Woman Uses Her Experience to Help Others - Watch
Domestic Abuse Survivor, Speaker Educates Dartmouth High Students - Dartmouth Week - Read
Dartmouth Students Change the Game on Violence and Harassment - The Standard Times - Read
Six Women We Admire, Ashley Bendiksen, Survivor - SouthCoast Almanac, 2016 Magazine Issue - Read
SouthCoast Five: Young Professionals Honored For Their Leaderships, Service - SouthCoast Today - Read
YouthBuild Students Pledge to End Violence Against Women at Fall River Event - The Herald News - Read
SouthCoast's Men and Women of The Year - SouthCoast Today - Read
New Theater Group Rallies for Fight Against Alzheimer's Disease - SouthCoast Today - Read
Newly Launched Theater Group Aims to Serve Area Charities - SouthCoast Today - Read
Telling Her Story of Domestic Violence to Save Other Women - The Enterprise News - Read
Survivors, SSTAR, Shed Light on Domestic Violence - The Herald News - Read
The Definition of Success: Ashley Bendiksen '13 Emphasizes Character and Education in Her Valedictory Address - Report From Newport - Read (story on page 10)
An Unexpected Journey, Former Miss New Bedford Overcomes Struggles to Become College Valedictorian - SouthCoast Today - Read
When It Comes to Eating Healthy, Former Miss New Bedford Says Meal Prep is Key to Success - The Herald News - Read
Q&A: Health Coach Ashley Bendiksen Shares Secrets to Eating Healthy, Staying Motivated - The Herald News - Read
Local Students Return From Study Abroad Trip to Argentina - New Bedford Guide - Read
Salve Student, Ashley Bendiksen, Promotes Ending Domestic Violence - Report From Newport - Read
Miss New Bedford Crowned - SouthCoast Today - Read
Crime Junkie: Expert on Domestic Violence
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Healing From Abusive Relationships
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Healthy Relationships For Students
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With Katie Koestner (1991 TIME Cover)
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Unhealthy Student Relationships
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Healing From Abusive Relationships - Dr. Caroline Leaf: Cleaning Up the Mental Mess Podcast
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Expert on Domestic Violence - Crime Junkie Podcast
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Behind The Heart Emoji: Hidden Risks of Teen Dating - Interview with Ashley Bendiksen - The Whole Stepfamily Podcast
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Ashley Bendiksen on Healthy Relationships - Spaniard School Podcast
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Don’t Ignore the Red Flags of a Toxic Relationship - Masks Off For People-Pleasers & Perfectionists
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What Every Teacher Needs to Know About Teen Dating Abuse - 10 Minute Teacher Podcast
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Ashley Bendiksen on Healing From Sexual Abuse Through Advocacy - En(gendered) Podcast
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Understanding Abuse and Unhealthy Relationships with Ashley Bendiksen - Leader of Learning Podcast
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From Victim to Survivor: Being Aware of the Red Flags for an Abusive Relationship - The Goodness Chick Podcast
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Take Back Your Power with Ashley Bendiksen - Unbroken Podcast
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Interviewing Ashley Bendiksen - One More Round Show, UK
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Oscar Special 2018, Reviewing The Bechdel Test - Voices of Women Show
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Balancing Life as a Young Carer - Happy Healthy Caregiver Podcast
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- Domestic Violence Prevention
- Sexual Assault Prevention
- Teen Dating Violence/Abuse
- Victim Advocacy
- Youth Leadership Development
- Service and Volunteerism
- Resilience and Overcoming Adversity
- Women's Empowerment