Healing After Trauma: Embracing Self-Compassion and Identity with Tabitha Westbrook

How do you begin healing from trauma especially when self-hatred feels like second nature? In this honest and hopeful episode, Dan Drake, Tim Stein, Jeannie Vattoune and guest Tabitha Westbrook speak directly to survivors at the beginning of their healing journey. They explore what it means to show kindness to yourself, how deeply harmful theology can distort your self-worth, and how to take small, meaningful steps toward believing you are lovable and valuable, whether you're faith-based or not. Topics include: - How trauma teaches self-abuse—and how to challenge it - The importance of kindness and self-compassion early in recovery - Using affirmations and "opposite action" from DBT to shift how you feel - Why distorted theology can damage identity, and how to reclaim truth - The power of body posture and presence in reinforcing your worth - Encouragement for survivors wrestling with faith, shame, and healing This is one of the most grounding, relatable episodes for anyone beginning the work of trauma recovery and rebuilding their sense of self. #TraumaHealing #SelfCompassion #TabithaWestbrook #SexualTraumaRecovery #FaithAndHealing #DBT #OppositeAction #ChristianTherapist #ReligiousTrauma #IdentityHealing