Andrea Ashley

Adult Child

Raw, honest, and a little unhinged - Adult Child dives into the lasting impact of growing up in a dysfunctional family. Host Andrea Ashley, a recovering shitshow with 17 years sober, unpacks complex trauma, codependency, and inner child healing with unapologetic authenticity and zero BS.

Author

Andrea Ashley

Category

Education

Podcast website

redcircle.com

Latest episode

Jul 11, 2026

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Episodes

145 - The Journey to Emotional Authenticity w/ Kenny Weiss 17.01.2024

Kenny Weiss is coach, YouTuber, and creator of the Emotional Authenticity Method. His most recent book Your Journey To Being Yourself: How to Overcome the Worst Day Cycle & Reclaim Your Authentic Self with Emotional Authenticity which provides several advanced processes that go beyond elevating your EQ and self-awareness. Rooted in the latest neuroscience, psychology, and his own journey in ov...

SHITSHOW SATURDAY #87 - Overcoming Toxic Guilt 13.01.2024

Today's episode is a recent recording from a Shitshow Support group where we discuss toxic guilt, including the below reading from Language of Letting Go - Letting Go of Guilt (January 11th) "There's a good trick that people in dysfunctional relationships use," said one recovering woman. "The other person does something inappropriate or wrong, then stands there until you feel g...

144 - Healing From Toxic Parents: Navigating The Journey to Emotional Freedom w/ Ana Maria 10.01.2024

Physical symptoms were Ana Maria's wake-up call 10 years ago. A trip to the ER led to a therapist's couch, where she learned that the adrenal fatigue and other on-going medical concerns she had been suffering from were the somatic symptoms of her unresolved developmental trauma. She has spent the past 10 years healing the scars of her past and helps others to do the same as a life coach an...

SHITSHOW SATURDAY #86 - Francis F. 06.01.2024

Today we are joined by Shitshow Francis who shares about her upbringing, the impact that manifested in adulthood, and her ongoing journey of healing & recovery. ⬇️DAMN THE JOIN SHITSHOW - ADULT CHILD HEALING COMMUNITY⬇️ https://theshitshow.mn.co 4 weekly zoom support groups (Sun 3: 30 pm EST, Mon 8:30 pm EST, Tues 1 pm EST, & Thurs 8:30 pm EST) Support community at your fingertips with dis...

143 - What Adult Children Learned This Year 03.01.2024

Members of The Shitsohw Community share the most valuable lessons this year on their healing journey. ⬇️DAMN THE JOIN SHITSHOW - ADULT CHILD HEALING COMMUNITY⬇️ https://theshitshow.mn.co 4 weekly zoom support groups (Sun 3: 30 pm EST, Mon 8:30 pm EST, Tues 1 pm EST, & Thurs 8:30 pm EST) Support community at your fingertips with discussion boards and chat SIGN UP FOR SHITSHOW NATION - ADULT CHI...

SHITSHOW SATURDAY #85 - Jessica W. 30.12.2023

Today we are joined by Shitshow Jessica who shares about her upbringing, the impact that manifested in adulthood, and her ongoing journey of healing & recovery. ⬇️DAMN THE JOIN SHITSHOW - ADULT CHILD HEALING COMMUNITY⬇️ https://theshitshow.mn.co 4 weekly zoom support groups (Sun 3: 30 pm EST, Mon 8:30 pm EST, Tues 1 pm EST, & Thurs 8:30 pm EST) Support community at your fingertips with dis...

Best Of: Adult Children of Alcoholics Pioneer Tian Dayton 27.12.2023

In today's episode, Andrea dives deep with author, speaker and Adult Child expert - Tian Dayton. Tian shares her wisdom on a variety of adult child topics - from how the movement began, the ACOA trauma syndrome, codependency and much much more! Tian's website ⬇️DAMN THE JOIN SHITSHOW - ADULT CHILD HEALING COMMUNITY⬇️ https://theshitshow.mn.co 4 weekly zoom support groups (Sun 3: 30 pm EST,...

SHITSHOW SATURDAY #84 - Todd B. 23.12.2023

Today we are joined by Shitshow Todd who shares about his upbringing, the impact that manifested in adulthood, and his ongoing journey of healing & recovery. ⬇️DAMN THE JOIN SHITSHOW - ADULT CHILD HEALING COMMUNITY⬇️ https://theshitshow.mn.co 4 weekly zoom support groups (Sun 3: 30 pm EST, Mon 8:30 pm EST, Tues 1 pm EST, & Thurs 8:30 pm EST) Support community at your fingertips with discus...

The Most Wonderful Time of the Year... 21.12.2023

⬇️DAMN THE JOIN SHITSHOW - ADULT CHILD HEALING COMMUNITY⬇️ https://theshitshow.mn.co 4 weekly zoom support groups (Sun 3: 30 pm EST, Mon 8:30 pm EST, Tues 1 pm EST, & Thurs 8:30 pm EST) Support community at your fingertips with discussion boards and chat SIGN UP FOR SHITSHOW NATION - ADULT CHILD NEWSLETTER 👩 HELP A GIRL & CAT EAT🐱   www.buymeacoffee.com/adultchild 🛍️ SHITSHOW MERCH 🛍️ ww...

SHITSHOW SATURDAY #83 - Repressed Memories 16.12.2023

Sandra K's Shitshow Saturday (Audio) Sandra K's Shitshow Saturday (Video) ⬇️DAMN THE JOIN SHITSHOW - ADULT CHILD HEALING COMMUNITY⬇️ https://theshitshow.mn.co 4 weekly zoom support groups (Sun 3: 30 pm EST, Mon 8:30 pm EST, Tues 1 pm EST, & Thurs 8:30 pm EST) Support community at your fingertips with discussion boards and chat SIGN UP FOR SHITSHOW NATION - ADULT CHILD NEWSLETTER 👩 HEL...

142 - Terry Real on Relational Trauma, Love Addiction and Shame 13.12.2023

Terry Real is a renowned psychotherapist, author, and speaker celebrated for his significant contributions to the field of relational trauma and adult child issues. In today's episode, we delve into... 🌟 Embracing Vulnerability: Terry's candidness about his childhood abuse and the journey from grandiosity to vulnerability teaches us the power of facing our past to shape a healthier future...

SHITSHOW SATURDAY #82 - Abandonment and Emotional Flashbacks 09.12.2023

Today's episode is a recent recording from a Shitshow Support group where we discussed abandonment and insight's from this past week's episode on emotional flashbacks . ⬇️DAMN THE JOIN SHITSHOW - ADULT CHILD HEALING COMMUNITY⬇️ https://theshitshow.mn.co 4 weekly zoom support groups (Sun 3: 30 pm EST, Mon 8:30 pm EST, Tues 1 pm EST, & Thurs 8:30 pm EST) Support community at your fin...

141 - Coping With Emotional Flashbacks and CPTSD 06.12.2023

Emotional flashbacks are a hallmark symptom of complex PTSD and one of the most painful repercussions of growing up in dysfunctional family. Emotional flashbacks occur when our unconscious/unresolved childhood trauma is triggered causing us to experience painful emotions of the past. In today’s episodes we discuss common triggers, how to identify when you are in the midst of a flashback, and tools...

SHITSHOW SATURDAY #81 - Haley A. 02.12.2023

Today we are joined by Shitshow Haley who shares about her upbringing, the impact that manifested in adulthood, and her ongoing journey of healing & recovery. ⬇️DAMN THE JOIN SHITSHOW - ADULT CHILD HEALING COMMUNITY⬇️ https://theshitshow.mn.co 4 weekly zoom support groups (Sun 3: 30 pm EST, Mon 8:30 pm EST, Tues 1 pm EST, & Thurs 8:30 pm EST) Support community at your fingertips with discu...

140 - Healing from Emotionally Immature Parents: Grief Behind Anger with Morgan Pommels 29.11.2023

Morgan Pommells is a therapist and coach who helps adult children of emotionally immature heal from the impact of their upbringings. We'll explore together the journey of grieving a living parent, the cyclical nature of relational traumas, and the tricky art of slipping past our parents' emotional manipulations. https://morganpommells.com/ Protect Your Peace Masterclass ⬇️DAMN THE JOIN SHI...

139 - The Power of Reparenting Your Inner Family with Barb Nangle 22.11.2023

Returning guest Barb Nangle is a boundaries coach and host of the podcast "Fragmented to Whole: Life Lessons from 12-Step Recover." She shares about her experiences of reparenting herself - tackling traumatic incidences from her past by healing her inner child, inner teenager, and inner critical parent. Barb also shares how experiencing her emotions rather than soothing them has allowed he...

SHITSHOW SATURDAY #80 - Wendy Z. 18.11.2023

Today we are joined by Shitshow Wendy who shares about her upbringing, the impact that manifested in adulthood, and her ongoing journey of healing & recovery. ⬇️DAMN THE JOIN SHITSHOW - ADULT CHILD HEALING COMMUNITY⬇️ https://theshitshow.mn.co 4 weekly zoom support groups (Sun 3: 30 pm EST, Mon 8:30 pm EST, Tues 1 pm EST, & Thurs 8:30 pm EST) Support community at your fingertips with discu...

138 - Attachment Styles and Conflict Resolution with Intimacy Coach Dr. Jordin Wiggins 15.11.2023

Dr. Jordin Wiggins is a Naturopathic Doctor (inactive) and Feminine Burnout & Intimacy Coach. In today's episode we discuss... Jordin's dysfunctional upbringing and her experience in overcoming over-giving, setting boundaries, and prioritizing self-love.   the critical relationship between our emotional and physical health  how unresolved trauma can impact our ability to experience ple...

SHITSHOW SATURDAY #79 - Robin D. 11.11.2023

Today we are joined by Shitshow Robin who shares about her upbringing, the impact that manifested in adulthood, and her ongoing journey of healing & recovery. ⬇️DAMN THE JOIN SHITSHOW - ADULT CHILD HEALING COMMUNITY⬇️ https://theshitshow.mn.co 4 weekly zoom support groups (Sun 3: 30 pm EST, Mon 8:30 pm EST, Tues 1 pm EST, & Thurs 8:30 pm EST) Support community at your fingertips with discu...

137 - Healing The Inner Child Through Parts Work with Michelle Chalfant 08.11.2023

Michelle Chalfant is a therapist and coach who created a model called the “adult chair” to help adults recognize immature aspects of their psyche and live more emotionally healthy lives. We’re talking about what enmeshment trauma, using parts work to heal unresolved childhood wounds. Her extraordinary work has helped people all over the world get unstuck, improve their relationships, and develop h...

SHITSHOW SATURDAY #78 - CSA Survivors and Thrivers 04.11.2023

Why you should DAMN THE JOIN SHITSHOW... Validation and Understanding: Feel seen, heard and understood like never before those who understand how you feel and what you experienced. Non-Judgmental Zone: Share your thoughts, feelings, and stories without fear of criticism or shame. Emotional Support: A safe and supportive environment to release and process those emotions that you've had bottled...

136 - Healing the Mother Wound: Why It Hurts and How We Begin to Heal with Bethany Webster 01.11.2023

Discover the deep-rooted impact of the mother wound on our ability to reach our full potential! Bethany Webster is an expert on healing the mother wound, coach, and the author of “Discovering the Inner Mother: A Guide to Healing the Mother Wound and Claiming Your Personal Power” . Bethany shares about coming to terms with her own mother wound and the painful realization that her mom was not the lo...

SHITSHOW SATURDAY #77 - Feeling Our Feelings 28.10.2023

⬇️DAMN THE JOIN SHITSHOW - ADULT CHILD HEALING COMMUNITY⬇️ https://theshitshow.mn.co 4 weekly zoom support groups (Sun 3: 30 pm EST, Mon 8:30 pm EST, Tues 1 pm EST, & Thurs 8:30 pm EST) Support community at your fingertips with discussion boards and chat SIGN UP FOR SHITSHOW NATION - ADULT CHILD NEWSLETTER 👩 HELP A GIRL & CAT EAT🐱   www.buymeacoffee.com/adultchild 🛍️ SHITSHOW MERCH 🛍️ ww...

135 - Healing from Narcissistic Abuse, Addiction and Complex Trauma with Dr. Ingrid Clayton 25.10.2023

Ingrid Clayton, Ph. D. , is a clinical psychologist and the author of her newly published memoir Believing Me: Healing from Narcissistic Abuse and Complex Trauma . IG @ingridclaytonphd ⬇️DAMN THE JOIN SHITSHOW - ADULT CHILD HEALING COMMUNITY⬇️ https://theshitshow.mn.co 4 weekly zoom support groups (Sun 3: 30 pm EST, Mon 8:30 pm EST, Tues 1 pm EST, & Thurs 8:30 pm EST) Support community at your...

SHITSHOW SATURDAY #76 - Reparenting and Setting Goals 21.10.2023

DAMN THE JOIN SHITSHOW >> A Healing Community for Adult Children of Alcoholic & Dysfunctional Families >> Gain strength, solace and support from those who know exactly how you feel! ⬇️DAMN THE JOIN SHITSHOW - ADULT CHILD HEALING COMMUNITY⬇️ https://theshitshow.mn.co 4 weekly zoom support groups (Sun 3: 30 pm EST, Mon 8:30 pm EST, Tues 1 pm EST, & Thurs 8:30 pm EST) Support comm...

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