Trusting Her Journey

Hosted by Felicia and Christalyn | Therapists + Women’s Wellness Advocates

Trusting Her Journey is a podcast dedicated to BIack women and women of color, who are silently struggling, but learning to trust themselves again. This is for The Helpers, The Healers, The Fixers, and The Prayer Warriors everyone turns to. When you’re always the “strong one”, it’s hard to admit you’re tired, that you need to rest, and that sometimes you don't know how to let go and ask for help. Co-hosted by two Licensed Therapists (Christalyn and Felicia) this show gets beneath the surface of strong-woman survival mode, and into the real work of healing. We have honest conversations about faith, fear, burnout, grief, shame, and overthinking. We talk about rebuilding self-trust. Letting go of over-giving. Learning to rest. And setting boundaries that actually stick. In this podcast we're going deep but we're doing it together. This is your safe space. Here is where you can begin to trust your journey.  ✨️ New episodes release every Monday morning so you can start your week with us.

  1. 4 DAYS AGO

    Things We’re Unlearning in This Season of Life

    In this episode of Trusting Her Journey, we’re talking about the quieter work that often gets overlooked: unlearning. Not fixing yourself. Not reinventing your life. But gently letting go of beliefs, habits, and expectations that no longer fit the season you’re in. This conversation is for the woman who’s realizing that what once worked for her doesn’t feel aligned anymore, and that maybe that doesn’t mean something is wrong. It might mean something is changing. We talk about: What it looks like to unlearn behaviors rooted in people-pleasing, obligation, and old versions of yourself.Why clarity around your values matters more than keeping the peace.Letting go of FOMO, over-functioning, and forcing yourself into spaces that no longer fit.How unlearning can feel uncomfortable before it feels freeing Renewing your mind, not by becoming someone new, but by honoring who you are now.We also offer a gentle rest stop for the week ahead: A reflection question to help you notice what you no longer want to carryAn invitation to choose the simpler option when you can, without guilt or over-explainingThis isn’t a how-to episode. It’s a real conversation between two women navigating growth, alignment, faith, and changing capacity in real time. If you’ve been sensing a shift but couldn’t quite name it, this episode might help you put words to it. Tell us what spoke to you (send us a text) New episodes drop every Monday to help you start your week grounded in truth. Because healing isn’t a performance, it’s a practice. 🔗 Resources & Announcements We’re building a supportive online community. Stay tuned for ways to connect with us off the podcast and meet other listeners on the journey. Let’s Stay Connected Follow the show on Instagram → @trustingherjourneypodcast Follow Felicia → @soulguidedhealing_wellness Follow Christalyn → @christalynthecounselor Tap Follow wherever you listen so you never miss an episode. Got a topic you’d love us to cover, or a story to share? Email us: hello@trustingherjourney.com If this episode resonated with you, share it with a friend who needs it. Looking for Therapy? Christalyn is a Licensed Professional Counselor in South Carolina. She offers faith-integrated therapy for women navigating burnout, boundaries, and emotional exhaustion. → carolinacounselingsc.com Felicia is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Mental Health Therapist in Virginia, Georgia, and Texas, She provides trauma-informed, somatic-based therapy for women ready to ...

    40 min
  2. 2 FEB

    When You're Carrying Too Much: Emotional, Mental, and Sensory Overload

    Have you been feeling like everything is “too much” lately?  In this episode, we talk about what it really means to be at capacity and why feeling overwhelmed doesn’t mean you’re overreacting, broken, or failing.  It might mean you’ve been carrying more than you were ever meant to carry.  We reflect on how many of us grew up watching women who rarely rested, how that shaped our relationship with slowing down, and why doing nothing can feel uncomfortable… even when our bodies are begging for it.  This conversation is an invitation to:  • Notice when you’re doing too much • Release what God never asked you to carry • Stop shaming yourself for needing rest If you’ve been feeling on edge, exhausted, irritated, or emotionally maxed out, this episode is for you.  Reflection Question: What’s the biggest thing draining me right now?  You’re not weak. You’re not behind. You’re not overreacting.  You might just be at capacity.  And being at capacity is not your identity it’s a signal.  Lower the load. Give yourself permission to breathe.  Tell us what spoke to you (send us a text) New episodes drop every Monday to help you start your week grounded in truth. Because healing isn’t a performance, it’s a practice. 🔗 Resources & Announcements We’re building a supportive online community. Stay tuned for ways to connect with us off the podcast and meet other listeners on the journey. Let’s Stay Connected Follow the show on Instagram → @trustingherjourneypodcast Follow Felicia → @soulguidedhealing_wellness Follow Christalyn → @christalynthecounselor Tap Follow wherever you listen so you never miss an episode. Got a topic you’d love us to cover, or a story to share? Email us: hello@trustingherjourney.com If this episode resonated with you, share it with a friend who needs it. Looking for Therapy? Christalyn is a Licensed Professional Counselor in South Carolina. She offers faith-integrated therapy for women navigating burnout, boundaries, and emotional exhaustion. → carolinacounselingsc.com Felicia is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Mental Health Therapist in Virginia, Georgia, and Texas, She provides trauma-informed, somatic-based therapy for women ready to ...

    39 min
  3. 26 JAN

    How to Keep Going When Life Keeps Interrupting

    In Episode 2, Felicia and Christalyn talk about what to do when life interrupts your routines and goals. If you’ve been telling yourself, “I fell off again,” or beating yourself up for not staying consistent, this episode is for you. We’re talking about how to keep going with real life happening without shame, guilt, or the pressure to start over every time something doesn't go as planned. In this episode, we cover: Why everyday interruptions (kids out of school, busy seasons, schedule changes) can throw you off more than you expectThe spiraling self-talk that shows up after the interruption (“I should be able to handle this,” “I’m failing,” “here I go again”)Why so many women isolate when they feel overwhelmed, and how that keeps things heavierThe difference between restarting and resuming (and why resuming can feel “messy,” but healthier)How perfectionism shows up as procrastination, freezing, and “waiting for Monday”What survival mode, decision fatigue, and the invisible load look like in real lifeAsking for help sooner, before you’re drowning (practical examples included)A faith reminder from Philippians 1:6 when you feel behind or discouragedFuel for the Road Ahead: Takeaway: When life interrupts, don’t reset your whole life, resume with one small step at a time.Reflection Question: When life interrupts again, what would it look like to respond differently?Tell us what spoke to you (send us a text) New episodes drop every Monday to help you start your week grounded in truth. Because healing isn’t a performance, it’s a practice. 🔗 Resources & Announcements We’re building a supportive online community. Stay tuned for ways to connect with us off the podcast and meet other listeners on the journey. Let’s Stay Connected Follow the show on Instagram → @trustingherjourneypodcast Follow Felicia → @soulguidedhealing_wellness Follow Christalyn → @christalynthecounselor Tap Follow wherever you listen so you never miss an episode. Got a topic you’d love us to cover, or a story to share? Email us: hello@trustingherjourney.com If this episode resonated with you, share it with a friend who needs it. Looking for Therapy? Christalyn is a Licensed Professional Counselor in South Carolina. She offers faith-integrated therapy for women navigating burnout, boundaries, and emotional exhaustion. → carolinacounselingsc.com Felicia is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Mental Health Therapist in Virginia, Georgia, and Texas, She provides trauma-informed, somatic-based therapy for women ready to ...

    51 min
  4. 19 JAN

    The Beauty of Letting Life Be Simple: Easing Into Your Year Without the Hustle

    Welcome back to Trusting Her Journey. Season 2 is here! In this first episode of the season, Felicia and Christalyn are starting the year a little differently. No pressure to “reset.” No rushing. No pretending you’re not already tired. This conversation is for the woman who loves God, is trying her best, and still feels like she’s carrying too much. We’re talking about what it can look like to let life be simple; not because you’re settling, but because you’re choosing clarity, peace, and alignment over performance. In this episode, we cover: Why “simple” doesn’t mean small, it can be sacredHow doing more can become a way to prove worth (even spiritually)The cost of staying in survival mode and why slowing down helps your nervous systemWhy Jesus modeled rest, limits, and stepping awayHow to tell when something is taking more out of you than you realizePsalm 46:10 “Be still and know that I am God.”Quick clarification: In the episode, we mention that Jesus “couldn’t” be present for everyone all the time. What we meant is that He didn’t. Yes, He could have spent all of His time teaching, healing, and doing miracles, but Scripture shows that He often withdrew to be alone and pray (Luke 5:16). He chose rest, and had limits in His earthly ministry, and that example matters. Fuel for the Road Ahead: Reflection questions: What am I negotiating with myself about?What feels unnecessarily heavy right now?One small step: Pick one part of your day and slow your body down on purpose for 60 seconds. (Pause in the car, drop your shoulders, unclench your jaw, take one slow breath before you respond.) Tell us what spoke to you (send us a text) New episodes drop every Monday to help you start your week grounded in truth. Because healing isn’t a performance, it’s a practice. 🔗 Resources & Announcements We’re building a supportive online community. Stay tuned for ways to connect with us off the podcast and meet other listeners on the journey. Let’s Stay Connected Follow the show on Instagram → @trustingherjourneypodcast Follow Felicia → @soulguidedhealing_wellness Follow Christalyn → @christalynthecounselor Tap Follow wherever you listen so you never miss an episode. Got a topic you’d love us to cover, or a story to share? Email us: hello@trustingherjourney.com If this episode resonated with you, share it with a friend who needs it. Looking for Therapy? Christalyn is a Licensed Professional Counselor in South Carolina. She offers faith-integrated therapy for women navigating burnout, boundaries, and emotional exhaustion. → carolinacounselingsc.com Felicia is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Mental Health Therapist in Virginia, Georgia, and Texas, She provides trauma-informed, somatic-based therapy for women ready to ...

    46 min
  5. 19 JAN · BONUS

    Protecting Your Peace During the Holidays

    The holidays aren’t always joyful. Sometimes they come with pressure, expectations, and a lot of invisible emotional weight. In this mini-episode, Felicia and Christalyn pause before Season 2 to check-in, share their own family traditions, and offer guidance for navigating the season without losing yourself.  Inside this conversation: • The truth about holiday stress and why this time of year feels heavier than it looks, especiall for high-achieving women. • How we each shape (and simplify) our Thanksgiving and Christmas plans • Why it’s okay if you need more quiet, more space, or fewer commitments this year • Choosing one non-negotiable that keeps you steady in a busy week • Practical boundaries for your time, energy, and emotional capacity • How to handle uncomfortable questions, expectations, or old family dynamics • A reminder that joy doesn’t have to look big — small, simple moments count too ✨ Fuel for the Road Ahead: Before the holiday rhythm picks up, ask yourself: What do I need this season, and am I willing to honor that? 🎧 Listen now and give yourself permission to move into the week with clarity, calm, and compassion for your own limits. Season 2 is coming soon, and we can’t wait to grow with you. Tell us what spoke to you (send us a text) New episodes drop every Monday to help you start your week grounded in truth. Because healing isn’t a performance, it’s a practice. 🔗 Resources & Announcements We’re building a supportive online community. Stay tuned for ways to connect with us off the podcast and meet other listeners on the journey. Let’s Stay Connected Follow the show on Instagram → @trustingherjourneypodcast Follow Felicia → @soulguidedhealing_wellness Follow Christalyn → @christalynthecounselor Tap Follow wherever you listen so you never miss an episode. Got a topic you’d love us to cover, or a story to share? Email us: hello@trustingherjourney.com If this episode resonated with you, share it with a friend who needs it. Looking for Therapy? Christalyn is a Licensed Professional Counselor in South Carolina. She offers faith-integrated therapy for women navigating burnout, boundaries, and emotional exhaustion. → carolinacounselingsc.com Felicia is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Mental Health Therapist in Virginia, Georgia, and Texas, She provides trauma-informed, somatic-based therapy for women ready to ...

    22 min
  6. 08/09/2025

    Why Healing Leaves You Exhausted: How to Truly Rest

    Life doesn’t just burn us out at work, it burns us out when we keep trying to “fix” ourselves too. In this Season 1 finale of Trusting Her Journey, Christalyn and Felicia talk about a kind of exhaustion few women name out loud: self-help burnout. The pressure to keep reading, journaling, watching, and healing can feel never-ending—and leave you just as drained as overworking. Inside this conversation: Why rest is more than naps, spa days, or vacations (and how to recognize when your soul is tired, not just your body).The hidden pressure of constant self-improvement and why “working on yourself” can become another way to prove your worth.The difference between consuming wisdom and actually integrating it into your life.Practical tools for creating boundaries with yourself and practicing real rest.How to see rest as obedience, worship, and a way to let God do what only He can do.✨ Fuel for the Road Ahead: Before you add another book, podcast, or strategy, pause and ask: Where have I been trying to prove I’m okay instead of resting in the truth that I already am? 🎧 Listen now and take the pressure off proving you’re “enough.” You already are. Tell us what spoke to you (send us a text) New episodes drop every Monday to help you start your week grounded in truth. Because healing isn’t a performance, it’s a practice. 🔗 Resources & Announcements We’re building a supportive online community. Stay tuned for ways to connect with us off the podcast and meet other listeners on the journey. Let’s Stay Connected Follow the show on Instagram → @trustingherjourneypodcast Follow Felicia → @soulguidedhealing_wellness Follow Christalyn → @christalynthecounselor Tap Follow wherever you listen so you never miss an episode. Got a topic you’d love us to cover, or a story to share? Email us: hello@trustingherjourney.com If this episode resonated with you, share it with a friend who needs it. Looking for Therapy? Christalyn is a Licensed Professional Counselor in South Carolina. She offers faith-integrated therapy for women navigating burnout, boundaries, and emotional exhaustion. → carolinacounselingsc.com Felicia is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Mental Health Therapist in Virginia, Georgia, and Texas, She provides trauma-informed, somatic-based therapy for women ready to ...

    36 min
  7. 01/09/2025

    Tired of Second-Guessing Every Decision?

    Life gets heavy when second-guessing becomes your default. From overanalyzing every choice to replaying decisions long after you’ve made them, it’s easy to wonder: Am I really allowed to trust myself again? In this episode of Trusting Her Journey, we talk about what it looks like to rebuild confidence and stop outsourcing your decisions to everyone else. Whether you’re replaying past mistakes, comparing your choices to others, or waiting for a cosign before moving forward, this conversation will help you practice permission—permission to trust your own wisdom again. You’ll hear real stories, honest struggles, and practical tools to help youRecognize how second-guessing shows up in your everyday lifeName the fears that keep you stuck in doubtPractice small “reps” of self-trust without waiting for perfectionAnchor your confidence in God’s wisdom, not endless approvaWe’ll also name the quiet patterns many women overlook: ✨ Why waiting for five cosigns feels safer—but keeps you stuck ✨ How comparison makes you question your own wisdom ✨ Why past mistakes don’t disqualify you from future trust ✨ The difference between inspiration and comparison—and why one builds confidence while the other tears it down 💡 Fuel for the Road Ahead: Self-trust doesn’t mean you’ll never make a mistake. It means believing God is with you, even if things don’t turn out perfectly—and trusting you’re strong enough to adjust, recover, and move forward. 💭 Reflection Question: Where have you been abandoning your own wisdom? And what’s one way you can return to it this week? Tell us what spoke to you (send us a text) New episodes drop every Monday to help you start your week grounded in truth. Because healing isn’t a performance, it’s a practice. 🔗 Resources & Announcements We’re building a supportive online community. Stay tuned for ways to connect with us off the podcast and meet other listeners on the journey. Let’s Stay Connected Follow the show on Instagram → @trustingherjourneypodcast Follow Felicia → @soulguidedhealing_wellness Follow Christalyn → @christalynthecounselor Tap Follow wherever you listen so you never miss an episode. Got a topic you’d love us to cover, or a story to share? Email us: hello@trustingherjourney.com If this episode resonated with you, share it with a friend who needs it. Looking for Therapy? Christalyn is a Licensed Professional Counselor in South Carolina. She offers faith-integrated therapy for women navigating burnout, boundaries, and emotional exhaustion. → carolinacounselingsc.com Felicia is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Mental Health Therapist in Virginia, Georgia, and Texas, She provides trauma-informed, somatic-based therapy for women ready to ...

    41 min
  8. 25/08/2025

    I Don’t Feel Like Myself Anymore: Finding Yourself Again

    Life doesn’t always look the way we expected, and when your roles shift, it can leave you asking, “Who am I now?” In this episode of Trusting Her Journey, we talk about how to find yourself again when life changes everything. Whether you’ve entered motherhood, moved for your spouse’s career, launched a new business, or you're in a new season you don't feel prepared for, this conversation is for you. You’ll hear real stories, honest struggles, and practical tools to help you: Recognize the signs you’re living from an outdated version of yourselfRelease the pressure to be who you “used to be”Reconnect with who you’re becomingRoot your identity in God’s truth, not in roles or titlesWe’ll also name the hard but freeing truths many women overlook: ✨ The quiet grief of letting go of roles you’ve lived in for years ✨ Why clinging to an old version of yourself won’t help you grow ✨ How to release old measures of worth and make room for new possibilities ✨ Why God’s definition of your identity has never been tied to a title 💡 Fuel for the Road Ahead: You weren’t wasting time in past seasons, you were fulfilling your purpose for that moment. Now God is inviting you into what’s next. 💭 Reflection Question: If you had to introduce yourself without listing your roles, what would you say? Tell us what spoke to you (send us a text) New episodes drop every Monday to help you start your week grounded in truth. Because healing isn’t a performance, it’s a practice. 🔗 Resources & Announcements We’re building a supportive online community. Stay tuned for ways to connect with us off the podcast and meet other listeners on the journey. Let’s Stay Connected Follow the show on Instagram → @trustingherjourneypodcast Follow Felicia → @soulguidedhealing_wellness Follow Christalyn → @christalynthecounselor Tap Follow wherever you listen so you never miss an episode. Got a topic you’d love us to cover, or a story to share? Email us: hello@trustingherjourney.com If this episode resonated with you, share it with a friend who needs it. Looking for Therapy? Christalyn is a Licensed Professional Counselor in South Carolina. She offers faith-integrated therapy for women navigating burnout, boundaries, and emotional exhaustion. → carolinacounselingsc.com Felicia is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Mental Health Therapist in Virginia, Georgia, and Texas, She provides trauma-informed, somatic-based therapy for women ready to ...

    40 min

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Trusting Her Journey is a podcast dedicated to BIack women and women of color, who are silently struggling, but learning to trust themselves again. This is for The Helpers, The Healers, The Fixers, and The Prayer Warriors everyone turns to. When you’re always the “strong one”, it’s hard to admit you’re tired, that you need to rest, and that sometimes you don't know how to let go and ask for help. Co-hosted by two Licensed Therapists (Christalyn and Felicia) this show gets beneath the surface of strong-woman survival mode, and into the real work of healing. We have honest conversations about faith, fear, burnout, grief, shame, and overthinking. We talk about rebuilding self-trust. Letting go of over-giving. Learning to rest. And setting boundaries that actually stick. In this podcast we're going deep but we're doing it together. This is your safe space. Here is where you can begin to trust your journey.  ✨️ New episodes release every Monday morning so you can start your week with us.