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Adult Child

Andrea Ashley
Mental Health
Childhood Trauma
Dysfunctional Families
Trauma
Codependency
Family Dynamics
Complex PTSD
Healing
Alcoholism
Therapy
Inner Child Work
Boundaries
Community Support
Addiction
Self-Compassion
Complex Trauma
Relationships
Recovery
Generational Trauma
Shame

Adult Child dives deep into the lasting effects of growing up in dysfunctional families—unpacking complex and relational trauma, codependency, toxic shame, and addiction patterns with raw vulnerability and unapologetic authenticity.

Hosted by Andrea Ashley, a recovering shitshow with 17 years sober, each episode shares unfiltered insights, expert conversations, and practical tools to heal your ner... more

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Sam B.
Episode guest sharing their personal healing journey and experiences with dysfunctional family dynamics.
Self and personal recovery
Episode: Shitshow Saturday #205 - The Return of Sam B.
Jessica Fern
Psychotherapist specializing in complex trauma; co-author
Transforming the Shame Triangle (book)
Episode: 230 - The Shame Triangle: The Inner Way That's Keeping You Stuck w/ Jessica Fern & David Cooley
David Cooley
Restorative justice facilitator; co-author
Transforming the Shame Triangle (book)
Episode: 230 - The Shame Triangle: The Inner Way That's Keeping You Stuck w/ Jessica Fern & David Cooley
Taylor Pearl
Therapist
Therapy practice (Therapy for Women's Center)
Episode: 227 - Daughters of Narcissistic Fathers: The Golden Child's Grief w/ Taylor Pearl
Tammy Sollenberger
IFS practitioner; host of The One Inside podcast
The One Inside
Episode: 226 - Losing Yourself in Love: Why You Become Whoever They Need You to Be w/ Tammy Sollenberger
Jesse Deal
Trauma coach, host of Trauma Unbound
Trauma Unbound
Episode: 224 - Scared to Be Seen: Finding Authenticity Through Parts Work w/ Jesse Deal
Wendy N
Guest on Shitshow Saturday, discussing childhood trauma, alcoholism in the family, and healing journey
Episode: Shitshow Saturday #197 - Wendy N.
Marina Triner
Somatic coach
Episode: 223 - Love That Looks Like Rescue: Trauma Bonds & Outgrowing Relationships w/ Marina Triner
Sarah O.
Shitshow Sarah, guest on Shitshow Saturday
Episode: Shitshow Saturday #196 - Sarah O.

Host

Andrea Ashley
Host of Adult Child

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 3.4k ratings
  • Validation seeking and heavily edited.

    If you are looking for objective discussion, this is not the podcast you are looking for. The conversations have great information and potential for healthy debate, however the audio is heavily edited when there are disagreeing views. It makes the conversation disingenuous and leaves me wondering what was cut out. The host is looking for validation and confirmation bias and I think that explains the 5 star reviews from other people that are also validated through the host’s perspective.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    amyjo0788
    United States3 months ago
  • No one’s entire personality is made up of trauma responses

    Before the host speaks with authority on complexities of the origins of personality disorders, she should have done more research. And for her to say that one’s entire personality can be made up of trauma responses is so diminutive and such an insult. We are much more than our trauma complex or otherwise. If I were a potential guest of her show, I would be wary of agreeing to partake lest I be treated rudely if she didn’t agree with what I have to say

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    BoulderSun
    United States3 months ago
  • Wild

    I was floored by how rude this woman can be towards some of the guests she invites on her show. She invites them just to argue her point and discount theirs. Whyyy?

    I am really not understanding the 5 star reviews at all.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Jarcsam
    United States3 months ago
  • Fascinating. Ruth Culver was superb and on top form here. Honest and so insightful. Listening to this podcast actually comforted my parts and helped guide me into a more Self led state of relaxation and reassurance. Beautiful

    Podcast Addict
    5
    WilliamDale
    5 months ago
  • Great Podcast, Too Many Commercials

    Great podcast but I feel the commercials at the beginning is so obnoxious. I’m 11 minutes in and they’re still going!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    TooMuchToday
    United States6 months ago

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The host provides vulnerable, honest storytelling that resonates with listeners dealing with trauma.
Listeners appreciate the practical, therapeutic insights and real-world boundaries discussed.
A frequently cited strength is the sense of community and ongoing healing from hearing diverse guest experiences.
Some episodes spark strong reactions, with critiques about tone or approach but many comments praise the host's transparency and support.

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230 - The Shame Triangle: The Inner Way That's Keeping You Stuck w/ Jessica Fern & David Cooley
Q: How does the transition from the inner critic to an inner coach work in practice?
The process involves recognizing the critic's impact, then engaging in an inner restorative justice dialogue where the critic acknowledges its role, listens to how it affected others, and then renegotiates its approach. Over time, the critic transforms into an inner coach that holds standards and ethics but uses encouragement and support rather than demolition, creating a more compassionate self-governance.
230 - The Shame Triangle: The Inner Way That's Keeping You Stuck w/ Jessica Fern & David Cooley
Q: Can you explain what the Shame Triangle is and how it differs from the classic Drama Triangle?
The Shame Triangle keeps the same three roles—inner critic (persecutor), shame (victim), and escapers (rescuer)—but relocates them inside the person. The inner critic is the internalized voice, shame is what absorbs and believes those messages, and escapers are the avoidance strategies that push back against the pain. This inside-out mapping helps people see how these parts interact and sustain patterns, rather than focusing on external actors.
228 - Bracing for Impact: Why Trauma Blocks Joy & Good-Feeling Emotions w/ Jeannine Rashidi
Q: How do you balance vulnerability with boundaries in a new relationship?
I speak up about needs early, use clear boundaries, and ensure open, transparent communication; I also validate the inner child and provide space for emotions without letting fear derail progress.
228 - Bracing for Impact: Why Trauma Blocks Joy & Good-Feeling Emotions w/ Jeannine Rashidi
Q: What role does your Adhere framework play in daily healing?
Adhere provides a structured approach to identifying patterns, recognizing triggers, and processing emotions safely, often without rehashing the trauma, which helps rewire responses and build emotional resilience.
228 - Bracing for Impact: Why Trauma Blocks Joy & Good-Feeling Emotions w/ Jeannine Rashidi
Q: When did you realize your joy was being blocked by your nervous system, and how did you start addressing it?
I had a visceral reaction to a guided joy exercise that triggered deep shame, which led me to work with a therapist and explore parts work to understand protectors and exiles, gradually taking small actions like trying pickleball to reintroduce joy.

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A no-nonsense, trauma-focused show that dives into the enduring impact of growing up in dysfunctional families. Across episodes, listeners hear candid personal stories, expert perspectives, and practical tools for healing nervous system regulation, setting boundaries, and breaking intergenerational patterns. The conversations blend recovery journeys, therapy insights, and relational healing, with a steady emphasis on small, sustainable habits, accountability, and community support. It's noteworthy for its raw honesty, willingness to confront difficult topics, and a consistent mix of clinician guest expertise and survivor experiences that offer actionable guidance for listeners on their healing paths.

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Recent guests on Adult Child include:

1. Sam B.
2. Jessica Fern
3. David Cooley
4. Taylor Pearl
5. Tammy Sollenberger
6. Jesse Deal
7. Wendy N
8. Marina Triner

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