Time with Tim Fletcher

Time with Tim Fletcher

Welcome to the Time with Tim Fletcher podcast, where we’re making Complex Trauma recovery more accessible than ever. Join Tim Fletcher, a pioneer in the Addictions & Mental Health Treatment profession and Founder of RE/ACT (Recovery Education for Addictions and Complex Trauma), and co-host Andy, as they share in candid conversations about healing and resilience in the world of Complex Trauma. Tim helped people as a pastor for over 30 years before he faced his own significant experience with personal trauma. After taking some time to recover, he transitioned into the addiction treatment sector. There, he began to understand the deep connection between Complex Trauma and addiction, and Complex Trauma's incredible impact in people's lives. In each episode of Time with Tim Fletcher, Tim and Andy will chat with guests and experts alike about their personal journeys, insights, and practical strategies for recovery. Tune in to explore how Complex Trauma may have impacted your life, and learn how to take steps toward healing and recovery.

Episodes

S2E5 | Deconstructing Ideals & the "Nice Guy" Syndrome w/ Gabriel

June 26, 2025 • 72 mins
Co-host Andy speaks with Gabriel, a self-described recovering "nice guy", about healing from codependency, reparenting, and shame. They explore how vulnerability, curiosity, and self-compassion support personal growth. Gabriel reflects on German cultural influences on complex trauma, deconstructing ideals, and the importance of inner stability over external validation. This is a grounded and down-to-earth conversation on love, rela...
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S2E4 | “I Was in a Cult of One”: Vanessa Reiser on Narcissistic Abuse and Healing

June 12, 2025 • 51 mins
Psychotherapist and LCSW Vanessa Reiser, shares her powerful personal story of surviving narcissistic abuse and how she helps others break free through her practice. From trauma bonding to radical self-love, Vanessa explains the hidden tactics of manipulation and what true healing looks like. Whether you're recovering from emotional abuse or trying to understand it, this episode offers clarity, compassion, and practical tools.

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S2E3 | Reclaiming Your Voice After Addiction and Human Trafficking: Alicia’s Journey

May 29, 2025 • 154 mins
In this powerful episode of Time with Tim, we sit down with Alicia—an Indigenous hoop dancer, writer, early childhood educator, and survivor of human trafficking and gang involvement. Alicia shares her raw and courageous story, revealing how she endured years of violence, addiction, and systemic failure, and how she ultimately found healing through culture, community, and inner transformation. From her early years of overachievemen...
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Tim Talk | Understanding Trauma: Effects on the Nervous System

May 22, 2025 • 50 mins
Trauma has a profound effect on the Central Nervous System. It results in the Sympathetic Nervous System and the Para-Sympathetic Nervous System not working the way they were designed to work, which has many negative, far-reaching effects.

This is a lecture originally published on YouTube on Apr 28, 2023. We are making some of Tim's lectures available as bonus episodes on the podcast so you can listen on the go. To see all of Tim's ...
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S2E2 | Embracing Gratitude and Failure with MMA Coach Ed Lofts

May 15, 2025 • 103 mins
7 x World Kickboxing Champion, MMA coach, and Complex Trauma educator Ed Lofts shares how martial arts helped him overcome childhood trauma, build emotional resilience, and reconnect with purpose. From sparring as communication to processing shame and dismantling the inner critic, this episode explores the intersection of mental health, healing, and martial arts.

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Tim Talk | Characteristics of Complex Trauma: Create What They Hate

May 8, 2025 • 39 mins
People from Complex Trauma often create the very things they hate and are trying to avoid - like abandonment, disrespect and repeating the same mistakes. Why is that? And what can they do to change?

This is a lecture originally published on YouTube on Aug 6, 2021. We are making some of Tim's lectures available as bonus episodes on the podcast so you can listen on the go. To see all of Tim's talks, visit YouTube, where you can find h...
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S2E1 | Narcissism and the Legal System with Rebecca Zung

May 1, 2025 • 94 mins
For the first episode of season 2, we're joined by narcissism expert and high conflict resolution attorney, Rebecca Zung. Rebecca talks about her journey from dealing with bullying and narcissists to becoming a leading expert on narcissistic abuse. They dive into how trauma affects relationships, how to spot red flags, and why documentation is key when dealing with narcissists. Rebecca shares practical tips on setting boundaries, h...
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S1E10 | The Big & Little T's of Scientology w/ Jenna Miscavige

March 27, 2025 • 116 mins
Jenna Miscavige and Tim Fletcher chat about Big T and Little 't' trauma coming out of a childhood in Scientology. They dive into shame, relationships, emotions, and abandonment. Jenna opens up about her Scientology past while they both highlight what matters most: genuine connection is both what we crave and what helps us heal.

Follow Jenna on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JennaMiscavige/
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S1E9 | Scientology: Shame + Authority w/ Jenna Miscavige

March 20, 2025 • 101 mins
In this episode of the Time with Tim podcast, Tim and Andy speak again with Jenna Miscavige Hill. Jenna grew up in the Church of Scientology, a world shaped by control, suppression, secrecy, and fear. As the niece of Scientology’s leader, David Miscavige, she was immersed in a system designed to break individuality and demand absolute loyalty. But Jenna had something that system couldn’t erase—her own mind. In time, she found the s...
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S1E8 | Q&A: Triggers, Narcissism, BPD, and Fear

March 13, 2025 • 98 mins
In this Q&A episode of the Time with Tim podcast, Andy and Tim discuss the complexities of trauma, including triggers, fear management, and the impact of negative thoughts. Tim emphasizes the importance of understanding one's internal responses to external stimuli and the need for self-compassion. The discussion also covers the connection between trauma and behaviors such as hoarding, the role of medication in managing anxiety,...
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Tim Talk | Characteristics of Complex Trauma: Emotional Dysregulation

March 11, 2025 • 42 mins
People who have experienced trauma have trouble regulating their emotions. They have a stress response system that is overactive and overreactive. It often results in problems in relationships and at work. Why is emotional dysregulation part of trauma? What can a person do to change? Having a tendency in life to live for instant gratification may seem innocent, but it can lead to many unforeseen problems. It is an especially diffic...
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S1E7 | Scientology's Real Impact with Jenna Miscavige

March 6, 2025 • 118 mins
In this episode of the Time with Tim podcast, Tim and Andy speak again with Jenna Miscavige Hill. Jenna grew up in the Church of Scientology, a world shaped by control, suppression, secrecy, and fear. As the niece of Scientology’s leader, David Miscavige, she was immersed in a system designed to break individuality and demand absolute loyalty. But Jenna had something that system couldn’t erase—her own mind. In time, she found the s...
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S1E6 | Learning to Heal in LIFT with Kirstin & Charlene

February 27, 2025 • 82 mins
In this episode of the Time with Tim podcast, Andy engages in a heartfelt conversation with LIFT facilitators Kirstin and Charlene about their personal journeys through trauma recovery. They discuss their experiences in Tim Fletcher's LIFT program, the importance of vulnerability, the role of boundaries, and the significance of connection in healing. Both Kirstin and Charlene share pivotal moments that transformed their understandi...
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S1E5 | Childhood in Scientology with Jenna Miscavige

February 20, 2025 • 109 mins
In this episode of the Time with Tim podcast, Tim and Andy speak with Jenna Miscavige. Jenna grew up in the Church of Scientology, a world shaped by control, secrecy, and fear. As the niece of Scientology’s leader, she was immersed in a system designed to break individuality and demand absolute loyalty. But Jenna had something that system couldn’t erase—her own mind. In time, she found the strength to question, to break free, and t...
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S1E4 | Q&A: Relationships and Boundaries

February 13, 2025 • 107 mins
In this Q&A episode of the Time with Tim podcast, Andy and Tim explore the complexities of relationships, particularly focusing on painful dynamics such as narcissism and codependency. They discuss the importance of setting boundaries, recognizing emotional abuse, and the challenges of finding closure after a difficult relationship. The conversation emphasizes the need for self-awareness, self-care, and the gradual process of h...
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S1E3 | Growth and Boundaries: Tim's Story Pt. 2

February 6, 2025 • 100 mins
In this episode, Tim Fletcher shares his personal journey of growth and healing from complex trauma, discussing the importance of connection, vulnerability, and understanding boundaries in relationships. He reflects on his experiences with introversion, the challenges of counseling, and the transformative power of connection in healing. Tim emphasizes the need for ongoing learning and self-awareness to uncover blind spots and navig...
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S1E2 | Guiding Recovery: Tim's Story Pt. 1

January 30, 2025 • 116 mins
In this episode of the Time with Tim podcast, Tim shares insights from his upbringing, his journey to becoming a pastor, and the profound impact of his family on his personal development. He discusses the importance of understanding complex trauma, the role of relationships and boundaries in personal growth, and the lessons learned from his simple childhood. Tim emphasizes the significance of love as a choice and the necessity of s...
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S1E1 | Grief, Loss, and Celebration

January 17, 2025 • 93 mins
Andy is joined by LIFT Staff Members Kim Fletcher and Kimberly Stowers, who share their personal stories of navigating grief and healing. They discuss the importance of holding space for emotions, the role of vulnerability, and the unique ways people experience grief. The conversation also touches on practical tools for coping with loss, supporting others in their grief, and finding joy amidst sorrow. As Kimberly transitions into t...
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Podcast Trailer: Introductions

January 15, 2025 • 4 mins
Time With Tim Fletcher Podcast | Episode 0: Podcast Trailer

On the Time with Tim Podcast, you will be joining Tim Fletcher and Andy Carlson as they have genuine, open conversations with guests you may or may not already know. We’ll delve into their journeys and explore how Complex Trauma has shaped their lives. We’ll also talk about practical strategies for learning, healing, and recovering from complex trauma. Along the way, you'll...
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