That's Where I'm At

Going through a divorce or separation can feel completely isolating, often bringing up heavy emotions like guilt, shame, and overwhelm. On this episode of That's Where I'm At , Laura sits down with Angie Weber, co-founder and director of the Divorce Support Collective , to discuss how to build a reliable support system, navigate high-tension co-parenting, and move from surviving to thriving after...

After navigating seven toxic marriages marked by abuse, divorce, loss, and the challenges of being a prison wife, Jo Ann Fawcett transformed her experiences into a journey of healing, self-discovery, and empowerment. On That's Where I'm At , Jo Ann joins Laura to discuss breaking free from toxic relationships, recognizing narcissistic abuse, and reclaiming her voice and personal power. An author o...

After rebuilding her life following the sudden end of a 25-year marriage, Elizabeth Jane turned her personal journey into a powerful mission to help others heal, rise, and reconnect with their true worth. On That's Where I'm At , Elizabeth joins Laura to discuss navigating heartbreak, family conflict, dating anxiety, and communication breakdowns with grace and self-respect. Elizabeth is an emotion...

After 29 years of marriage, Mia Hanks began to see the relationship differently when a couples' therapist told her she couldn't help her husband—and he left believing he'd "won" therapy. On That's Where I'm At , Mia shares how she slowly recognized the control and self-doubt beneath the surface, why fear and financial dependence made leaving complicated, and how she ultimately found a way out of t...

At a San Francisco beach, Melanie Gore thought she was having a panic attack—until the feeling turned into laughter, and she recognized joy she'd never felt before. On That's Where I'm At , host Laura interviews Melanie, a Certified Hypnotherapist, Women's Confidence Specialist, RTT Practitioner, and Life Coach who helps women overcome anxiety, codependency, narcissistic relationships, limiting be...

In this episode of That's Where I'm At , host Laura interviews Tia Levings, a New York Times bestselling author of A Well-Trained Wife , her memoir of escaping Christian patriarchy, and I Belong to Me: A Survivor's Guide to Recovery and Hope after Religious Trauma . Tia shares her journey of escaping abusive marriages and a high-control religious environment rooted in strict gender roles and funda...

In this episode of  That's Where I'm At , host Laura interviews Darlene Lekowski, an Amazon bestselling author, motivational speaker, and business leader who transformed decades of silence into a powerful platform for truth, healing, and advocacy. Darlene shares how she endured sibling sexual trauma and abuse from two brothers between the ages of 7 and 12, carrying the experience in silence for 50...

In this episode of  That's Where I'm At , host Laura interviews Christine, author of  The Truth She Showed Me , her personal story of surviving 17 years of coercive control and gaslighting. Christine is also the Director of a Fortune 500 company and holds an MBA, yet behind the success and accomplishments, she endured years of manipulation, isolation, and abuse that were invisible to those around...

In this episode of That's Where I'm At , host Laura interviews Hope Hooton, an author, advocate, podcast host, and public speaker dedicated to protecting children and supporting survivors of domestic violence. Hope shares her devastating experience with domestic violence and coercive control and recounts how the family court system failed to protect her children, Alec and Lydia, ultimately leading...

In this episode of  That's Where I'm At , host Laura interviews Stephanie, a publicist, event curator, storyteller, and host of  Second Act Sessions . With more than 25 years of experience in brand and celebrity public relations, Stephanie has worked with recognized names including Martha Stewart, John Legend, Giada De Laurentiis, and Kevin Hart, while leading major campaigns, events, and cultural...

In this episode of  That's Where I'm At , host Laura interviews Ginger Kramer, a therapist, author, educator, and speaker passionate about helping women understand the emotional patterns that keep them stuck and find the confidence to move forward. Ginger shares insights from her 20+ years in therapy and her book  Break the Anxiety Loop , exploring practical tools for managing anxiety, rebuilding...

In this episode of  That's Where I'm At , host Laura interviews Amy Watkins, a therapist turned truth teller, speaker, and author of  Performing Normal: A Woman's Story from Self-Abandonment to Self-Leadership . Amy shares her powerful journey of growing up under religious conditioning and neglect, surviving sexual abuse, and enduring two abusive marriages shaped by trauma bonding and gaslighting....

In this episode of  That's Where I'm At , host Laura interviews  Jubilee , a content creator and host of the podcasts  Healed-ish  and  The Overshare Hour , where she openly discusses religious trauma, purity culture, deconstruction, and healing from abuse. Jubilee shares her powerful story of joining Bethel, a high-control religious organization, and marrying an abusive man after a public prophec...

In this episode of That's Where I'm At, host Laura speaks with Melissa Duge Spiers, an award-winning essayist, screenwriter, and advocate for survivors of religious and narcissistic abuse. Through her writing, memoir  Holy Disobedience: Sex, Sin, and Secrets in the Biggest Church No One Knows , and her online platforms,  The Glory Whole , Melissa shares her personal journey of healing while helpin...

In this episode of  That's Where I'm At , host Laura speaks with  Dr. Debi Silber , the world's leading expert on betrayal recovery, founder and CEO of the Post Betrayal Transformation (PBT) Institute, and a PhD researcher whose work has transformed how we understand the impact of broken trust. Drawing on research involving more than 100,000 people across 50+ countries, Dr. Debi has identified gro...

In this episode of  That's Where I'm At , host Laura speaks with licensed psychotherapist, creative arts therapist, and  Brave Hearts Speak  podcast host Lucia Severtson, founder of The Brave Women's Community Center, a trauma-informed, arts-based nonprofit dedicated to helping women and girls heal from abuse, reconnect with their inner voice, and reclaim their power. Drawing on her background in...

In this episode of  That's Where I'm At , host Laura sits down with Deana, Lizzie, and Jane—three women whose story sounds like a Lifetime movie, but every word of it is true. Deana and Lizzie were both married to the same narcissistic man, "Rex," who led a double life while leaving a trail of emotional, financial, and sexual abuse behind him. After discovering the truth and connecting with one an...

In this episode of  That's Where I'm At , host Laura welcomes Liberty Steele, author of  Redeemed Years: From Narcissistic Darkness to Light . Believing she was entering a Christ-centered marriage, Liberty instead spent six years trapped in a relationship marked by narcissistic abuse, emotional manipulation, subtle physical abuse, and isolation. She shares how love bombing, inadequate support from...

In this episode of  That's Where I'm At , host Laura speaks with Dr. Christine Marie Cocchiola, a therapeutic parenting and divorce custody coach, social justice advocate, and survivor of coercive control. Drawing from both her professional expertise and lived experience, Dr. Christine developed The Protective Parenting Program, an evidence-based, attachment-focused model that helps parents suppor...

In this episode of  That's Where I'm At,  host Laura speaks with Courtney Copeland, an Integrative Somatic Practitioner, trauma educator, and advocate who brings laughter, healing, and empowerment to clients and audiences around the world. With a Master's Degree in Human Services Counseling and certifications in Integrative Somatic Healing, Thought Field Therapy Algorithms, and other trauma-inform...

In this episode of  That's Where I'm At , host Laura welcomes Mardi Winder, a Strategic Divorce Consultant, founder of Strategic Divorce Directory and Positive Communication Systems, host of  The D Shift: Redefining Divorce and Beyond  podcast, and creator of the  Real Divorce Talks  summit series. With more than 30 years of experience supporting individuals through high-conflict, complex, and hig...

In this episode of That's Where I'm At, host Laura interviews Dr. Nadine Macaluso (Dr. Nae), the real-life inspiration behind Naomi Belfort in The Wolf of Wall Street. After surviving a turbulent eight-year marriage to Jordan Belfort marked by abuse, greed, trauma bonding, and coercive control, Dr. Nae transformed her own healing journey into a mission to help others reclaim their lives. Following...

In this episode of  That's Where I'm At , host Laura interviews Amy Duggar King, known from  19 Kids and Counting . Amy is a wife and mother who is determined to break the chains and cycles of abuse so her son, Dax, can have a healthier and happier future. Drawing from her own lived experiences, Amy openly shares her journey of healing, setting boundaries, and finding the courage to speak her trut...

In this powerful episode of  That's Where I'm At , host Laura welcomes Lynn Stroud, a paralegal, advocate, and survivor of reproductive coercion, sexual assault, domestic violence, and post-separation abuse. Through both her lived experience and advocacy work, Lynn is passionate about helping others recognize the many forms of abuse that often go unseen and misunderstood. She hopes to provide a ro...