Today’s episode is one that’s both weighty and freeing. We’re joined by Tabitha Westbrook, licensed therapist and author of Body & Soul, Healed & Whole, which releases today! Tabitha specializes in working with survivors of complex trauma, domestic abuse, and spiritual control in the church—and she’s walked this road herself.
In this conversation, we dive into:
💔 How the church can often mishandle trauma and abuse
💔 The impact of purity culture on women’s identity and healing
💔 Breaking free from cycles of shame and legalism
💔 How God’s heart is for people, not just institutions
💔 The shocking realities of pornography addiction among Christian women—and why no one is talking about it
Tabitha’s story is raw, real, and full of God’s faithfulness. If you’ve ever struggled to reconcile your faith with deep wounds, this conversation is for you.
Bio:
Tabitha K. Westbrook, LMFT-S, LCMHC-QS, LPC-S, LPC, is a licensed therapist who helps people who have messy, funky pasts (and sometimes messy, funky presents) live amazing, empowered lives. Tabitha graduated with her bachelor's in psychology from North Carolina Central University and her master's in professional counseling from Liberty University. In addition to being a licensed counselor and supervisor, Tabitha is an EMDRIA Certified Therapist, EMDR Approved Consultant, Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT), and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP), and Certified Christian Trauma Care Provider (CCTCP).
She is the founder and CEO of The Journey & The Process, a private practice with offices in North Carolina and Texas. Tabitha and her team specialize in complex trauma, with a focus on domestic abuse and coercive control. A nationally known expert and speaker, she provides training to churches, therapists, and agencies and helps train domestic abuse advocates through Called to Peace Ministries. Tabitha is the proud mom of an adult son and lives in Dallas.
Anchor Verse:
Hosea 6:1-3
Psalm 27
Beatitudes
Connect with Tabitha:
Website: https://www.tabithawestbrook.com
IG: https://www.instagram.com/tabithathecounselor
Purchase Book: https://www.tyndale.com/p/body-and-soul-healed-and-whole/9781496490667
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