A Bronx mother is sharing her story of survival during Domestic Violence Awareness Month.

Josabeth Diaz says Oct. 19, 2022, was not just another day.

"My ex-husband strangled me to the point where I lost consciousness. I thought that was it for me that day," said Diaz.

It was that same day that Diaz said she ended her 20-year relationship that was filled with abuse.

Two years later, the Bronx mother of three is sharing her story of survival.

"It's scary because you don't know what the next day is going to look like after you leave," said Diaz.

Diaz turned to the Bronx District Attorney's Office for support.

"Whether you go forward with the prosecution or just seek the services we offer, or connect you to the right services, that's what we want to do to provide you those options" said Adrienne Giunta, Deputy Chief of the Special Victims Unit at the Bronx DA's office.

Guinta says domestic violence has many forms and does not always have to be physical to be considered abuse.

"Strangulation is a large indicator of future homicide," said Guinta.

City data shows the Bronx has the highest rate of intimate partner violence and deaths. Guinta says these crimes often go unreported due to the nature of the relationship.

"There is love in the relationship that a survivor will want to continue, there is family, there is dependence, it might be economic support or economic dependence," said Giunta.

From shelters to therapy, Guinta says the D.A.'s office is there to help no matter the victims' situation.

"I just feel so much happier, my kids are so much happier, we feel free," said Diaz.

The Bronx D.A.'s office will be hosting its annual 5K run and walk to raise awareness for Domestic Violence on Oct. 26 on East 161st street between Grand Concourse and Walton Avenue.