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Trauma Transformation AdopteeFinal SaySeason 1, Episode 16 is with special guest, Bernadette Zoee. Bernadette was born in Haiti. After experiencing abuse, she was placed in an orphanage at 7 years old. By 15, she was adopted by a white couple and moved to Canada. This is Bernadette’s story of adoption, trauma, mental health, and faith. To learn more about this weeks guest, Bernadette Zoéë, follow her on Facebook. Or check out her podcast Breaking Barriers on Anchor and most major podcast platforms.2020-10-2100 min
Trauma Transformation AdopteeCan You Hear Me NowSeason 1, Episode 15 is with special guest, KJ Nasrul, LMFT. KJ shares her struggles growing up adopted as a transracial adoptee. Her adopted home failed to outwardly acknowledge her differences and kept it hidden from her and until she was 21 years old. Listen in as she shares how she finally found her voice one day, and now uses it to make a beautiful difference in the world. Follow KJ on Instagram @adopteesociety.2020-10-1400 min
Trauma Transformation AdopteeTransformedSeason 1, Episode 14 is with special guest, Tachianna Ortis. Tachianna went into the foster care system at a young age and then became a transracial adoptee. She experienced severe abuse from ages 7 to age 14, at the hands of a boy that lived in the home. Her adopted mother was oftentimes abusive and she beat Tachianna on a regular basis. After leaving home at 17, Tachianna headed to a life of perversion. She became a stripper and then went on to become a prostitute. While living in a homosexual relationship, Tachianna begins to feel the tug of Christ on her heart. Soon, she...2020-10-0700 min
Trauma Transformation AdopteeLost but FoundSeason 1, Episode 13 is with special guest Italyy Smith. Italyy, at only 22 years old, has a tremendous amount of insight and awareness into her life as a former foster child and then adopted child. Italyy was discovered as an infant on the side of the road, under a bridge in small-town Oklahoma. Born to a drug-addicted mother, she was placed into the foster care system and then adopted. Life was hard as an adopted child in a family that was physically and emotionally abusive. Finally, at 16, she escaped that life and was soon blessed with two angels. Italyy's life began to...2020-09-3051 min
Trauma Transformation AdopteeLight in DarknessSeason 1, Episode 12, is with special guest, Rae. Rae shares her story of going from foster care at 3 years old to be adopted into a codependent home where her parents were terrified that she would become a substance abuser user like her biological mother. The scrutiny followed her everywhere, and she spent much of her life trying desperately to meet their expectations, figure out what was 'wrong' with her, and find a way to be accepted. Instead, Rae experienced emotional, spiritual, and sexual abuse. She completely lost her identity when she broke off an engagement and walked away from religion as a...2020-09-2355 min
Trauma Transformation AdopteeHow God WorksSeason 1, Episode 11 is with special guest, Jennifer Jackson. Jennifer is 24 years in the US Army and beautiful light to the world. Her story of going from foster care to adoption, while hiding a secret of being molested by her older brother will pull at your heartstrings. The things we do to keep our secrets hidden becomes the most significant telltale signs that something is hurting us on the inside. But God, after years of running for many of us, steps in and teaches us who we are. Jennifer can be found on Instagram and Facebook at Kreatedbydesign, or visit her...2020-09-1658 min
Trauma Transformation AdopteeRooted in FaithSeason 1, Episode 10 of Trauma Transformation Adoptee Podcast is with special guest, Ashley Troyer. Ashley shares her personal story of being removed from the care of her birth mother during her teenage years. Her mom struggled with significant bouts of depression that made it difficult to provide for her children. At 16, Ashley was adopted by her foster care parents, bringing with it a new set of challenges to overcome. Ashely candidly speaks about her relationships with her mothers and talks about her faith and forgiveness. Ashley has a beautiful heart, and without a doubt, she speaks life into teens who exit...2020-09-0948 min
Trauma Transformation AdopteeStrategically PlacedSeason 1, Episode 9 is with special guest, Sarah Smith, aka 24hourdiva. Sarah is a vibrant, beautiful soul that shares her adoption story of being a Haitian adoptee and adopted by white parents. Her story and all that she has overcome to be the amazing woman she is today will leave you in awe. God is good and we can see His goodness wrapped all around Sarah. This episode is beautiful in its own way. You can find Sara on Instagram @24hourdiva. From there you will find her links to her greeting cards @notesofhopebysarah and her new fall launch program @becominghaitian. Make s...2020-09-0249 min
Trauma Transformation AdopteeHard LinesSeason 1 Episode 8 features special guest, Jules. Jules shares her story of being an adoptee from a birth. Her adopted family battles with shame and religion made life challenging as a child. After almost 50 years she was reunited with her birth mother. Jules openly talks about the challenges and benefits of reunification. Stay tuned until the end for My 2 Cents.2020-08-2649 min
Trauma Transformation AdopteeHow to LoveSeason 1 Episode 7 features special guest Juliana Dewitt LPC. Juliana shares her story of being an unofficial adoptee and raised by an older, adopted sister. Juliana then starts her journey as an adopted parent of three girls. Her story is touching, genuine, and downright heart-wrenching. Her time spent as an adopted mom of a daughter with Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD) provides us honest insight into what it's like to live with a child with a RAD diagnosis. Juliana can be reached at jdewittlpc@gmail.com. Stay tuned to the end of the episode for My 2 Cents.2020-08-1947 min
Trauma Transformation AdopteeI'm GoodTrauma Transformation Adoptee Podcast...Season 1 Ep 6 with special guest, Toamey. Hear Toamey's unique story from foster-to-adoption as a transracial adoptee. Transracial adoptions are gaining more and more notoriety today. As a young black child, Toamey was adopted by white parents. Hear about her experiences and how her parents worked to integrate black culture into her life. Follow Toamey on Instagram as Toamey_Oamey_Oamey and on Facebook as Toamey Mccollum. Stay tuned until the end for My 2 Cents.2020-08-1232 min
Trauma Transformation AdopteeEmotional HealingSeason 1 Ep 5 with special guest, Obakeng Beddny. Listen in as Obakeng shares his life experiences with growing up as an orphan in Botswana, Africa. He struggled emotionally, but God is an absolute healer. Through his faith, Obakeng has overcome many adversities, and he is sharing his story to help others across the world. Obakeng is an avid member of Transformation Nation, the online community of my local church, Transformation Church, out of Tulsa, Oklahoma. It is through this online community that connected Obakeng and myself. Follow Obakeng Beddny on social media and make sure to check out his new...2020-08-0546 min
Trauma Transformation AdopteeTruth Be ToldIn Season 1, Episode 4, meet my special guest Yannil Gonzalez. Yannil is an adoptee with an amazing story to share. After being rejected by her substance-addicted birth mother who came looking for her, Yannil had to make hard boundary decisions about her future. Could she ever forgive her birth mom? Listen in and see! To learn more about my guest today and her Adoptee Facebook Group, Nobodies Grass is Greener, follow her on Facebook Yannil G. and on Instagram @just_yannil. Stay tuned until the end for My 2 Cents.2020-07-2940 min
Trauma Transformation AdopteeTurning PointIn Season 1, Ep 3, meet Sara Easterly. Sara is the author of Searching for Mom and a fellow adoptee. Sara candidly shares her story of overcoming adversities as an adopted child. From a small beginning to monumental victories, Sara's story of hope and courage restores faith that we as adoptees can overcome the trauma we experience. To learn more about today's guest or to purchase her book, visit her website: saraeasterly.com. Stick around to the end to hear My 2 Cents.2020-07-2343 min
Trauma Transformation AdopteeOnly the BeginningSeason 1 EP 1 is the beginning of our adoptee chronicles...Adoptees Mask Off!! Listen in as Shanta, the host, is interviewed and shares her story that’s led to creating this podcast. Shanta freely talks about her struggles with God and the mental health challenges she’s overcome as an adoptee. It’s a bumpy ride, so strap in and let’s begin!2020-07-1837 min
Trauma Transformation AdopteeSecond ChancesSeason 1, Ep 2 with special guest, DeAudre Ridley. His story will have you trying hard to understand how our world can be so cruel. DeAudre faced physical, sexual, and emotional abuse as a child and then went on to live in many foster care homes across the state. He rose like a phoenix from the ashes with his path already cleared before him. Check out his story...and buy his book, on his website: https://www.deaudreridley.com/. You can also follow DeAudre on Social Media.2020-07-1449 min
Trauma Transformation AdopteeCalling All Adoptees!!Trauma Transformation is a new podcast in its first season. The podcast is made by an adoptee, for adoptees to promote a community of healing. Check out the trailer to learn more. Join me each week as I interview a new adoptee and hear how their trauma was transformed in triumph.2020-07-1200 min