Healing Toxic Shame with Allison Kirvan

SummaryDo you struggle with feelings of shame that seem to come out of nowhere and hold you back? This week on Good Girls Gotta Heal, Megan Walsh and trauma therapist Allison Kirvan dive into "toxic shame" and how it can take root in childhood, especially with emotionally misattuned parents. The good news? There's a path forward. Allison shares how EMDR therapy can help, and why self-compassion is crucial in breaking free from shame's grip. You'll also learn to spot the signs of toxic shame and understand the difference between shame and guilt, and how trauma can manifest in your body. This episode offers understanding, validation, and resources to start your journey towards healing and creating safe relationships. Plus, Megan starts the episode by reflecting on the complex, nuanced feelings that Mother's Day brings up. She shares her experience as the daughter of a cycle-breaker and how that experience changed the course of her life. About Allison:Allison Kirvan, LMFT is passionate about helping clients navigate the complexities of their relationships, reclaim personal power and cultivate healthier patterns of coping after trauma.   Check out her website Follow Allison on Instagram Connect with Megan: Check out the free module of Evolve. Are you ready to gently heal your inner child with a supportive, step-by-step approach? Click HERE to enroll in The SAFE Approach to Inner Child Healing today.  Follow Megan on IG Learn more about how to work with Megan here! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.notfinethanks.com