On this episode of the We Share podcast, Alex and Julie are joined by certified Trauma Recovery Coach and mental health professional Ciera Belnap. Together, they take listeners on an emotional healing journey as Ciera opens up about her personal experiences with childhood trauma, an unhealthy relationship tied to religious expectations, and the long path of rediscovering her self-worth. She shares how these struggles shaped her passion for helping others heal through trauma recovery coaching.

Ciera discusses the challenges of balancing motherhood, especially after her daughter’s autism diagnosis, and how her journey led her to build a flexible career focused on emotional healing outside of traditional therapy. She explains how trauma often resurfaces in adulthood, particularly through parenting, and emphasizes the importance of surrounding yourself with people who are striving to grow and improve.

Throughout the conversation, Ciera highlights the power of community, personal growth, and creating safe spaces for women to heal. She also shares details about her accessible group programs and the importance of addressing inner critics and limiting beliefs. Alex and Julie wrap up by reinforcing the idea that you become like the five people you spend the most time with, encouraging listeners to seek out positive, growth-minded communities.