Shifting from Victim to Survivor: The Healing Journey of Susan Snow

In this powerful episode of Life After Trauma, Susan Snow shares her journey of healing after the tragic loss of her father, LAPD Detective Thomas C. Williams. At just 17 years old, Susan’s life was shattered by trauma and grief, but through years of struggle, therapy, and resilience, she found her way to purpose and healing. Today, she’s an author, speaker, and coach who helps others reclaim their power after trauma.

⚠️ Trigger Warning:

This episode contains discussions of trauma, loss, PTSD, abuse, and other potentially sensitive topics that may be activating for some listeners. Please take care while listening and pause if you need to. Your well-being is what matters most.

In this conversation, we explore:

• The night Susan’s father was killed and how it changed her life forever
• Living for years behind an emotional mask and struggling with PTSD
• The turning point that led her to seek trauma-competent support
• Tools and practices that helped her heal, including journaling, breathwork, and grounding
• Why forgiveness and reclaiming your power are vital to healing
• How Susan found purpose in sharing her story and writing her book

Susan’s story is a reminder that healing is possible, even after unimaginable loss, and that we all have the strength to move from victim to survivor.

Chapters:

00:00 – The night that changed everything

09:00 – Living in survival mode for years

17:00 – The turning point: finding trauma-competent therapy

26:00 – Reclaiming power through forgiveness and tools for healing

37:00 – Grounding, journaling, and nervous system regulation

46:00 – Writing her book and finding purpose in her story

55:00 – Words of encouragement for anyone struggling

Resources & Links:

• Susan’s Book: The Other Side of the Gun: My Journey from Trauma to Resiliency
• Susan’s Website: https://susansnowspeaks.com/

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www.jessicavanrose.com

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