109: Girl Groomed: Healing from Trauma and Reclaiming Joy with Therapist and Author Carol Odell

In this episode of the Heart-Centered Therapist podcast, host Sindee Gozansky chats with Carol Odell, a seasoned psychotherapist and author. Carol shares her journey from a traumatic childhood experience in the equestrian world to writing her memoir 'Girl Groomed,' which was a therapeutic process in itself.  She opens up about the long-lasting impacts of trauma, how it impacted her marriage,  and how rediscovering her love for horses played a crucial role in her healing. Carol also discusses the importance of movement, community, and ongoing self-care for both therapists and clients. Their conversation is rich with insights on navigating personal trauma while helping others, making it a must-listen for anyone in the mental health field. Don't miss this heartfelt discussion on reclaiming joy and finding empowerment through vulnerability and connection. 00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome 00:29 Carol Odell's Background and Passions 01:20 Discussing the Memoir 'Girl Groomed' 05:34 Cultural and Historical Context of Grooming 11:29 Impact of Trauma on Relationships 18:40 Writing Process and Self-Care 20:23 Healing Through Movement and Community 21:42 Book Launch and Post-Traumatic Growth 23:51 Healing Through Community and Couples Work 26:43 The Journey of Writing a Memoir 30:55 The Power of Personal Narratives in Healing 34:21 Reconnecting with Horses and Healing 37:48 Advice for Therapists Navigating Their Own Trauma 39:49 The Importance of Self-Care and Community for Therapists 40:55 Creative Outlets for Healing 42:34 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Check out Berries: Berries Referral Link: heyberries.com/?via=heart-centered Discount code: Sindee50 for $50 off your first month Connect with Carol: www.carolodellmsw.com IG: mosaicofthoughts_ FB: cfodellmsw LinkedIn: carolodell Connect with Sindee: Visit my website: https://heartcenteredtherapistpodcast.com/  Join the Heart-Centered Therapist Community FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/478651669638167 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heartcenteredtherapist/ Shop Mental Health Threads: https://mentalhealththreads.etsy.com Interested in realigning your own practice to be more heart-centered? Join Sindee on her podcast by signing up for a Therapist Alignment Session. This brief, 15-30-minute conversation is a unique opportunity to re-align with your heart-centered approach, both in your client interactions and in the development of your practice. Whether you're at the beginning of your career or an experienced therapist, these sessions are designed to help you gain clarity on specific issues you're facing. Sign up for your Therapist Alignment Session here: https://calendly.com/heartcenteredtherapistpodcast/therapist-alignment-session Want to be a guest on the podcast? Email Sindee: [email protected] For more information on the Couples Therapy Mentorship Group, email me at [email protected]