Overcoming A Toxic Family with Carolina Bracco

Episode 016 — Overcoming a Toxic Family with Carolina BraccoWhat happens when the people meant to love and protect you are the ones who cause the deepest wounds? In this episode of Overcoming Anything, host Anne Vryonides sits down with Carolina Bracco, a licensed mental health therapist who helps adult children of dysfunctional families heal from childhood trauma. Carolina shares her story of growing up in a toxic household—the pain of emotional neglect and control—and how she learned to reclaim her power, peace, and identity through boundaries, inner-child work, and therapy.Carolina is a Colorado-based therapist specializing in helping adult children of dysfunctional families set healthy boundaries, overcome guilt, and address the lasting effects of narcissistic parenting. Through online therapy, EMDR, inner-child work, and workshops, she empowers adults to break generational patterns and live authentically.Episode Breakdown 00:00 – Welcome & introduction 04:30 – What defines a dysfunctional family 10:10 – The emotional cost of gaslighting & scapegoating 16:40 – Breaking free and finding independence 22:00 – The healing power of spirituality & therapy 30:00 – Inner-child work and re-parenting yourself 37:15 – Setting boundaries with toxic family members 44:00 – How to rebuild trust and find healthy community 50:00 – Carolina’s advice for those still in toxic family systemsKey TakeawaysYou’re not powerless anymore: healing begins when you recognize your strength as an adult.Boundaries are an act of love: protecting your peace isn’t punishment; it’s self-respect.You can re-parent yourself: give yourself the love, validation, and safety you never received.Books & ResourcesHomecoming: Reclaiming and Championing Your Inner Child by John Bradshaw — https://a.co/d/1SoM7zTGet Carolina’s free workbook Toxic Family DetoxIf you or someone you know is in crisis: Call or text 988 (U.S.)Text the Crisis Line by: texting HOME to 741741 If immediate danger is present, call 911 or your local emergency numberConnect with Carolina Bracco Website | Instagram | YouTube ⚠️ Disclaimer The content in this episode is for informational and inspirational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional therapy, diagnosis, or medical care. Always seek the advice of a licensed professional for your unique situation.Please follow, download, and rate Overcoming Anything so this podcast can reach the people who need it most. ❤️ AnneSend us Fan Mail