Not That Girl Anymore

As the year comes to a close, this final episode of the Braving the Holidays series offers a gentler way to step into what’s next. Host Dawn Bouillon, joined by Dottie Griffin and Ashley Woodard, invites you to pause at the doorway between who you’ve been and who you’re becoming—without pressure, resolutions, or fixing yourself. Together, they reflect on: Honoring what this year has held Letting g...

The holidays can be beautiful—and deeply tender. In this episode of Not That Girl Anymore , Dawn Bouillion is joined by Dottie Griffin and Ashley Woodard for an honest conversation about braving the holidays with gentleness, presence, and self-compassion. They explore grief, pressure, people-pleasing, and the longing for connection, while offering grounding practices and reminders that your worth...

The holidays can magnify loss, heartache, and the lives we no longer have. In this episode of Not That Girl Anymore , Dawn Bouillion—trauma therapist and coach—speaks gently and honestly about grief during the holidays. This episode is for anyone: Missing a loved one Grieving a relationship, marriage, or version of life that’s gone Feeling pressure to be “okay” when they’re not Grief isn’t somethi...

In this powerful episode of Not That Girl Anymore, trauma therapist and coach Dawn Bouillion unpacks why Christmas can feel overwhelming, heavy, or emotionally unsafe for survivors of narcissistic or dysregulated family systems. If you feel that familiar knot in your stomach as the holidays approach, this conversation reminds you: you’re not imagining it, you’re not dramatic, and you’re not a...

IIn this episode of Not That Girl Anymore , Dawn Bouillon is joined by guests Ashley Woodard and Dottie Griffin for an honest, heartfelt conversation about why the holiday season can feel overwhelming for so many women—and what you can actually do about it. Together, they unpack: How perfectionism gets activated during the holidays Why old family roles (the fixer, the peacekeeper, the helper, the...

In this powerful and deeply affirming episode of Not That Girl Anymore , Dawn welcomes Dottie and Ashley for a transformative conversation on one of the most life-changing mindset shifts in healing: Gap Brain vs. Gain Brain . Dottie explains how “gap brain” keeps us focused on everything we haven’t accomplished—how far we still have to go, what’s missing, and all the ways we think we’re falling sh...

As the holidays draw near, Dawn invites you into a gentle, honest conversation about gratitude — the kind that doesn’t ignore pain or demand performance, but the kind that heals. If you’ve ever been told to “just be grateful” while you were grieving, overwhelmed, or holding yourself together, this episode will feel like a deep exhale. Dawn explores what true gratitude looks like when it’s embodied...

We’re taught to chase perfection —to get it right, to be good, to hold it together. But perfection is rarely about excellence. More often, it’s about fear: fear of being seen, fear of being judged, fear of being too much or not enough. In this conversation, we explore how perfectionism forms, how it shows up in our work, parenting, relationships, and self-image, and what it costs us emotionally an...

In this conversation, Dawn is joined by Dottie and Ashley for a deeply honest discussion about what it really means to grow up in a dysfunctional family system —and how we often mistake survival patterns for love . Because when love is mixed with control, silence, caretaking, or unpredictability, we learn to protect ourselves in ways that once kept us safe—but eventually keep us small. This episod...

Boundaries aren’t walls—they’re bridges to deeper connection. In this heartfelt conversation, Dawn sits down with co-leaders Dottie and Ashley to explore what boundaries really mean in the healing journey. Together, they unpack how saying “no” can actually create safety, trust, and love—both for ourselves and the people we care about. They share personal stories of people-pleasing, resentment, and...

Therapist and coach Dawn Bouillion is joined by Ashley and Dottie for a raw, healing conversation about reclaiming your voice and rewriting your story. Together they explore how trauma shapes identity, how vulnerability leads to freedom, and why your truth matters. If you’ve ever felt unseen or silenced, this episode reminds you: your story has power—and speaking it can set you free. #trauma, #tra...

In this powerful final chapter of Ashley’s story on Not That Girl Anymore , host Dawn Boillon and Ashley return to the heart of healing—the moment a woman finally realizes she matters . After years of anxiety, exhaustion, people-pleasing, and religious conditioning, Ashley uncovers the deeper roots of her pain. Through therapy, self-discovery, and faith re-imagined, she learns that healing isn’t a...

What does it look like to take your power back after a childhood of trauma, religious control, and silence? In Part 2 of this powerful conversation, Ashley Woodard shares how she began to reclaim her voice, rebuild her sense of self, and walk the long road of healing with tenderness, truth, and tenacity. If you’ve ever felt unseen, unworthy, or unsure where to begin your healing — this episode wil...

In this powerful episode of Not That Girl Anymore , host Dawn Bouillion sits down with artist and future therapist Ashley Woodard to share her courageous journey of surviving religious trauma, family abuse, and the struggle of growing up in a home filled with control, violence, and silence. This is part one of Ashley’s story, where she bravely reveals what it means to grow up in survival mode, wre...

Spiritual anxiety isn’t a sign of weak faith—it’s a trauma response. In this powerful solo episode, Dawn unpacks the difference between religious trauma and the fear-based patterns it leaves behind. From rapture panic to scrupulosity (religious OCD), she shares her story and offers a new lens of love, healing, and truth. You are not broken—you’re healing. And you are not that girl anymore. #NotTha...

Trauma isn’t just what happened—it’s what happened inside of you. In this powerful episode, Dawn unpacks the deeper layers of trauma, revealing how it lives in the body, disrupts connection, and quietly shapes our lives. But there is hope—and healing is possible. You’ll learn: Why trauma is about disconnection, not just painful events How survival patterns like freeze, fawn, and shutdown form What...

In this empowering episode of Not That Girl Anymore , discover how giving yourself permission can transform your healing journey. Learn how to break free from “good girl” rules, set boundaries, release shame, and reclaim your voice, worth, and power. Perfect for women ready to step into confidence, authenticity, and freedom.

We’re in the middle of our narcissistic abuse series, and today Dawn unpacks gaslighting—the repeated pattern of denial, blame-shifting, and story-rewriting that slowly disconnects you from your memory, intuition, and worth. With real-world examples (romantic partners, parent-child dynamics, workplaces, churches) and the language gaslighters use, Dawn shows how the tactic isolates you and keeps yo...

In this special birthday episode of Not That Girl Anymore , host Dawn Bouillon —trauma therapist, coach, and founder of Embrace Your Brave —invites listeners into a heartfelt reflection on what it truly means to celebrate life. From her mother’s unforgettable birthday serenades to deeper insights about self-worth and presence, Dawn reminds us that every moment is a chance to honor ourselves and th...

Not all narcissists look the same—and some of the most dangerous ones wear masks of kindness, charm, or even faith. In this powerful and validating episode of Not That Girl Anymore , trauma therapist and coach Dawn Bouillon peels back the layers of narcissistic abuse to reveal five often-overlooked types of narcissists: overt, covert, malignant, communal, and spiritual. If you've ever questioned y...

Dottie’s story is proof that it’s never too late to heal. In this powerful episode of Not That Girl Anymore , she shares how therapy helped her break free from childhood trauma, perfectionism, and the cycle of narcissistic abuse. Through somatic healing, inner child work, and learning to set boundaries, she rebuilt her self-worth and reclaimed her life. If you’ve ever felt invisible, stuck, or afr...

In this validating episode, Dawn breaks down the signs of narcissistic abuse, the trauma bond that keeps you stuck, and the fog of fear, obligation, and guilt that clouds your clarity. Whether it’s a partner, parent, friend, or spiritual leader, this conversation will help you name what your body already knows. You are not alone — and you're not that girl anymore. Join us! Reclaiming You Program

In this gentle and powerful episode of Not That Girl Anymore , host and trauma therapist Dawn Bouillion guides us through the essential, yet often overlooked, journey of reconnecting with our emotions. If you were never taught how to feel or learned early on to shut down your emotions to stay safe, this conversation is for you. Dawn explores why emotions matter, how shutting them down impacts our...

In this heartfelt episode, hosts Dawn and Dottie take you deep into the mission behind Embrace Your Brave. With raw honesty and gentle wisdom, they share their personal journeys through trauma, healing, and the power of showing up as your whole self. This episode explores the courage it takes to face your past, speak your truth, and find your people. You’ll hear stories about choosing growth over...

Welcome to the first episode of Not That Girl Anymore , part of the Liminal Network. Host and trauma therapist Dawn Bouillon reclaims her voice and invites you to do the same. This is a love letter to every woman breaking free from silence, shame, and survival. It's time to rise, rewrite your story, and embrace your brave. You are not that girl anymore... and you're not alone.