The Fight For Empathy & Understanding with Worship Artist & LGBTQ+ Advocate Joanna Whaley

In this empowering and heartfelt episode, we follow the incredible journey of Joanna Whaley, a multi-talented musician, LGBTQ+ advocate, and former faith advocate. Joanna courageously shares her inspiring story as a transgender individual, challenging societal norms and striving for self-acceptance. Joanna's experiences as an evangelical pastor and her encounter with conversion therapy shed light on the harsh realities faced by transgender individuals. With vulnerability and strength, she discusses the fear and uncertainty she has experienced in the current political climate, highlighting the importance of empathy and understanding. This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/JUDGINGMEGHAN and get on your way to being your best self.  I am an independent podcaster and your monthly donations and partnerships help more than you can imagine. This is a place for trauma survivors as well as their friends and family. This is a safe environment to be vulnerable but it's also a place for celebration and moving forward. Let's all start to embrace who we are becoming by looking forward together! #mentalhealth #selfcare #self #judgingothers #judgingmeghan #suicideawareness #suicideprevention #survivor #abuserecovery #traumahealing #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthmatters #podcasts #selfhelp #selfhelp #music #evangelicalpastor #lgbtqsupport  #conversiontherapy #tragedy #trauma #faith #cathlic #church  #lgbtq #transgender Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/judging-meghan/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices