Healing with WORTH

In this episode of Healing With Worth, Marquelle and Lauren talk about seeking God’s will and following God’s way while navigating betrayal trauma. They discuss how trauma can make it difficult to hear the Spirit, trust yourself, and know what decisions to make. Through personal experiences and gospel principles, they share how turning to God, asking for personal revelation, and focusing on small...

In this episode of  Healing With WORTH , Marquelle and Lauren discuss the powerful concept of “Celestial Orientation” and what it means to keep Christ at the center during painful and confusing seasons of life. They explore why women often keep trying in incredibly hard relationships, how focusing on eternal truths brings strength and clarity, and the difference between faith-filled endurance and...

In this episode of  Healing With Worth , hosts Marquelle and Lauren explore the powerful metaphor of ecosystems, comparing betrayal trauma recovery to nurturing a greenhouse or stabilizing a fish tank. When trust is shattered and your world feels uprooted, it can leave your inner environment feeling murky, dysregulated, and unsafe. Together, they talk about what it really looks like to rebuild aft...

In this episode of  Healing With Worth , Marquelle and Lauren talk about what it’s like to live in the “messy middle” of betrayal trauma—when you’re working hard on your healing, but your spouse feels stuck, inconsistent, or emotionally unsafe. They share what this season can really feel like: the grief, confusion, loneliness, and constant back-and-forth of wondering whether to stay or go. Through...

In this episode of  Healing With WORTH , Marquelle and Lauren are joined by Maurice Harker, Director of Life Changing Services and founder of WORTH, to discuss the subtle and often overlooked red flags that may signal pornography use or other secretive sexual behaviors in a marriage. Using Gottman’s “Four Horsemen,” they explain how these patterns slowly erode safety and connection, how gaslightin...

In this episode of Healing with WORTH, Marquelle and Lauren explore how triggers, flashes, and alarms show up in the body after betrayal trauma and why those reactions can feel so intense and overwhelming. They break down what is happening in the nervous system, how past experiences get activated in the present, and why these responses are not a personal failure but a survival response. The episod...

In this episode of Healing With Worth, Marquelle and parent coach Liz Covington explore how neurodiversity can impact marriage and healing after betrayal trauma. Together, they discuss rigidity, sensory differences, emotional regulation, addiction, and how neurodivergent traits can affect intimacy and connection. This conversation offers insight, compassion, and practical perspective for women nav...

When life feels upside down, joy can feel impossible. In this episode, hosts Marquelle and Lauren discuss finding joy through Christ amidst betrayal trauma, opposition, and loss. Through gospel teachings, personal experience, and practical tools, they offer reassurance that healing is possible and that you are not alone.

In this episode of  Healing With Worth , hosts Marquelle and Lauren offer guidance and hope for women navigating betrayal trauma—especially during the holidays and as the new year approaches. They explore how daily anchoring and renewal routines can help rebuild peace, energy, and emotional stability when trauma has left you depleted and overwhelmed.

In this episode of  Healing With Worth , Marquelle and Lauren talk with Maurice Harker, Director of Life Changing Services and Founder of Worth. They discuss how to handle intrusive thoughts that often come with betrayal trauma. They also talk about how to recognize when the adversary is influencing your thoughts, how to separate lies from truth, and how to invite the Spirit to guide your emotions...

In this episode we talk about what it feels like to be lonely and how to find real connection again. We share personal experiences and simple ways to build closeness with yourself, with others, and with God. This honest and comforting conversation reminds you that you are never truly alone.

Healing from Betrayal: Understanding and Managing ResentmentIn this episode of 'Healing With Worth,' hosts Naomi and Marquelle dive deep into the complex emotion of resentment that often accompanies betrayal trauma. They discuss how resentment is intertwined with grief, pain, and a sense of powerlessness. The hosts emphasize the importance of acknowledging and validating these feelings, as...

Navigating Betrayal Trauma: Essentials of Boundaries and IntimacyIn this episode of Healing With Worth, host Marquelle, along with guest Maurice Harker, founder of the Worth Program, delve into the intricate aspects of boundaries and intimacy in the recovery from betrayal trauma. They explore the concept of the intimacy pyramid, emphasizing the importance of creating safety and setting boundaries...

Emotional Differentiation and Healthy Boundaries in RelationshipsIn this episode of Healing With Worth, hosts Naomi and Marquelle discuss emotional differentiation in relationships, particularly in the context of betrayal trauma. They share personal experiences and strategies for managing one’s own emotions without taking on a partner’s negative emotions. The hosts emphasize the importance of grou...

Rediscovering Yourself After Betrayal: Part 2In this episode of Healing With Worth, hosts Naomi and Marquelle continue their discussion on rediscovering yourself after betrayal trauma. They emphasize the importance of trust in oneself and in Christ, noting that the healing process takes time and effort. The hosts share their personal stories, tools, and strategies to navigate and recover from trau...

Rediscovering Yourself After Betrayal TraumaIn this episode of 'Healing With Worth', hosts Naomi and Marquelle delve into the journey of self-discovery following betrayal trauma. They discuss the emotional impact of Discovery Day (D-Day) and the stages of healing, including dealing with initial shock, overcoming collapse freeze, and gradually reconnecting with activities that bring joy. Th...

The Crucial Role of Self-Care in Healing from Betrayal TraumaIn this episode of Healing With Worth, hosts Naomi and Marquelle discuss the importance of self-care for women dealing with betrayal trauma. They address the common struggle women face in feeling guilty about taking time for themselves, emphasizing that self-care is not selfish but essential for overall well-being. They share personal ex...

Navigating Post-Divorce Family Dynamics with Laura AllingerIn this episode of Healing With Worth, hosts Naomi and Marquelle continue their conversation with guest Laura Ollinger, exploring the complexities of family relationships post-divorce. Laura shares practical advice on dealing with ex-partners who exhibit narcissistic tendencies or engage in manipulative behavior, particularly when it impac...

Navigating Family Transitions with Laura Allinger - Part 1In this episode of Healing With Worth, hosts Naomi and Marquelle welcome Laura Ollinger, a teen and parent wellbeing coach, to discuss the challenges of navigating separation and divorce when children are involved. Laura shares her insights from both professional and personal perspectives, emphasizing the importance of self-compassion, main...

The Journey of Forgiveness: Navigating Betrayal and Healing with Christ's AtonementIn this episode of Healing With Worth, hosts Marquelle and Naomi delve into the complex and often challenging subject of forgiveness, particularly in the context of betrayal trauma. They discuss insights from the book 'The Promise of the Atonement Cure for Broken Dreams' by Esther Rasband, and share pers...

Finding Hope and Healing in the Face of Betrayal TraumaIn this episode of Healing With Worth, hosts Naomi and Marquelle address the topic of hopelessness, especially during tough times. They emphasize the importance of self-care, positive affirmations, and setting boundaries to regain confidence and self-esteem. They discuss practical steps like going outside, connecting with nature, and seeking s...

Navigating Divorce and Recovery: Insights and Support for WomenIn this episode of Healing With Worth, hosts Naomi and Marquelle discuss the difficult topic of divorce. They are joined by guest Heidi Davies, who shares her personal experience with divorce after a 17-year marriage marked by her ex-husband’s worsening pornography addiction and emotional abuse. The conversation also covers the emotion...

Rebuilding Trust After Betrayal Trauma: Key Steps and BoundariesThis episode of the 'Healing With Worth' podcast, hosted by Naomi and Marquelle, explores the complex process of rebuilding trust in a relationship after betrayal trauma. They emphasize the importance of first restoring self-trust, then gradually rebuilding relationship trust through consistent, accountable, and emotionally ma...

Overcoming Roadblocks in Betrayal Trauma RecoveryIn this episode of Healing With Worth, hosts Naomi and Marquelle discuss some common obstacles faced during the healing and recovery process from betrayal trauma. They emphasize the importance of self-work, the challenges women face in early recovery, and the value of support groups. They also touch on the detrimental effects of rushing forgiveness...

Building Self-Trust After Betrayal TraumaIn this episode of Healing With Worth, hosts Naomi and Markel discuss the important topic of trust in the context of betrayal trauma recovery. They emphasize the need to rebuild self-trust first before working on trusting a partner again. The hosts share personal experiences and practical tips on recognizing and honoring one's emotions, as well as the i...