Courageous Journeys® ~ Impact & healing from childhood trauma

Dec 13 2024 92 ep. 21 mins 2

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On a journey of healing childhood trauma? If so, you're not alone. I'm so glad you're here. As a former trauma therapist and survivor, I share information, inspiration, and stories to help you understand yourself better from a place of compassion, not judgment or shame. I’ll share practices to help you internalize and integrate it all to help you trust and feel grounded in the truth of who you are and all you’re worthy of. Grab a cup of tea, your favorite journal and join me as we take this journey together. This podcast is for informational purposes and is not mental health advice.

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