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Toxic family is real. Toxic parents are real. Smear campaigns are real. Toxic in-laws are real. You are not alone. On this podcast, you have a voice.

On this podcast, Dr. Sherrie Campbell will help you learn more about your family dynamics, unconscious patterns that drive toxic human behavior, and ways to deal with your trauma.

And most importantly, you will embark on a journey that will help you know yourself and love yourself more.

Dr. Sherrie is a nationally recognized expert clinical psychologist with over 25 years of clinical training and experience. She was featured in major media networks such as CNN, Time, USA Today, and The Huffington Post.

She is the best-selling author of But It’s Your Family…Cutting Ties with Toxic Family Members and Loving Yourself in the Aftermath and Your Pocket Therapist: Quick Hacks for Dealing with Toxic People While Empowering Yourself.

She is a mom who bravely shared her story to help more people break free of toxic family relationships and thrive in the aftermath.

Subscribe now to get your monthly "Sherapy Sessions" (Sherrie Therapy Sessions) straight from your phone.

Sherapy Sessions: Cutting Toxic Family Ties Toxic Family Help

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Toxic family is real. Toxic parents are real. Smear campaigns are real. Toxic in-laws are real. You are not alone. On this podcast, you have a voice.

On this podcast, Dr. Sherrie Campbell will help you learn more about your family dynamics, unconscious patterns that drive toxic human behavior, and ways to deal with your trauma.

And most importantly, you will embark on a journey that will help you know yourself and love yourself more.

Dr. Sherrie is a nationally recognized expert clinical psychologist with over 25 years of clinical training and experience. She was featured in major media networks such as CNN, Time, USA Today, and The Huffington Post.

She is the best-selling author of But It’s Your Family…Cutting Ties with Toxic Family Members and Loving Yourself in the Aftermath and Your Pocket Therapist: Quick Hacks for Dealing with Toxic People While Empowering Yourself.

She is a mom who bravely shared her story to help more people break free of toxic family relationships and thrive in the aftermath.

Subscribe now to get your monthly "Sherapy Sessions" (Sherrie Therapy Sessions) straight from your phone.

Listen on Apple Podcasts
Requires subscription and macOS 11.4 or higher

    Exploring the Power of Breathwork and Healing from Toxic Parents with Josh Connolly (Bonus Episode 11)

    Exploring the Power of Breathwork and Healing from Toxic Parents with Josh Connolly (Bonus Episode 11)

    Drawing on insights from breathwork expert, Josh Connolly, we explore the transformative power of truth, the significance of acceptance, and the role of alternative therapies in overcoming the shadows of a toxic upbringing.
    ✅ Understanding our toxic family members, doesn’t change them or heal us
    ✅ Forgiveness doesn’t change our toxic family members
    ✅ The belief that “Everyone is good inside” irrelevant.
    ✅ The value of breath-work and learning to be in your body to heal your pain
    ✅ Healing comes from adhering to truth
    ✅ The most important choice you can make is choosing authenticity over attachment
    ✅ Debunking the cognitive dissonance around the idea that family is everything
    ✅ Healthy parenting doesn’t imply perfect parenting
    Josh Connolly stands as a prominent mental health advocate in the United Kingdom, recognised for his impactful presence in the media and a substantial social media following of 250,000. As a certified Breathwork Coach, his mission centre's on guiding individuals to gain deeper insights into their own selves and emotions by fostering a connection with their intuition and body.
    Josh actively conducts resilience workshops, catering to both local village schools and international corporate giants. Additionally, he serves as a passionate ambassador for Nacoa, a national charity dedicated to providing support to those affected by a parent's alcohol consumption.

    Mentioned in the episode:
    📌 [Book] It's Them, Not You: How to Break Free from Toxic Parents and Reclaim Your Story - https://www.joshconnolly.co.uk/its-them-not-you
    📌 TEDx Talk Not All Parents Are Good by Dr. Sherrie Campbell - https://youtu.be/deyHwDkG7oc
    📌 Inner You: A flagship online 6 week programme: www.joshconnolly.co.uk/inner-you
    📌 Breathing Space: An online community away from social media - www.joshconnolly.co.uk/breathing-space

    Connect with Josh:
    📌 Website: https://www.joshconnolly.co.uk/
    📌 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/josh_ffw/
    📌 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joshffw
    📌 Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@josh_ffw
    📌 X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/josh_ffw
    📌 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/JoshConnolly_FFW
    📌 Work with Josh: https://www.joshconnolly.co.uk/contact

    *****
    NEW BOOK!!!
    Adult Survivors of Emotionally Abusive Parents: How to Heal, Cultivate Emotional Resilience, and Build the Life and Love You Deserve - https://amzn.to/3UhURWI
    *****

    Books by Dr. Sherrie Campbell:
    ⚉ Adult Survivors of Toxic Family Members: Tools to Maintain Boundaries, Deal with Criticism, and Heal from Shame After Ties Have Been Cut. - https://amzn.to/3L3sMuA
    ⚉ But It’s Your Family…: Cutting Ties with Toxic Family Members and Loving Yourself in the Aftermath - https://amzn.to/3tuNQEn
    ⚉ Your Pocket Therapist: Quick Hacks for Dealing with Toxic People While Empowering Yourself - https://amzn.to/3JBql1R
    ⚉ Success Equations: A Path to Living an Emotionally Wealthy Life - https://amzn.to/3uobd1u
    ⚉ Loving Yourself: The Mastery of Being Your Own Person - https://amzn.to/36mlXp5

    Connect with Dr. Sherrie Campbell:
    ⚉ Website: https://drsherriecampbell.com/
    ⚉ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SherrieCampbellPhD

    Check out the Sherapy Master Class: The Toxic Family Sherapy Course designed to help people master toxic family members and turn their life around to one of freedom, peace, and empowerment. Click here https://bit.ly/SherapyMasterclass
    Get early access to news, insights, and tips straight from your inbox. Subscribe to Dr. Sherrie’s email list, go to https://drsherriecampbell.com/

    • 55 min
    Shame and the Development of Not Enough Syndrome

    Shame and the Development of Not Enough Syndrome

    Many survivors of toxic family dynamics grapple with deep-seated feelings of inadequacy, often without realizing the extent of their internalized shame.

    The series on shame is a powerful exploration of how these feelings manifest in various aspects of our lives.

    In this episode let’s talk about:

    ✅ Do you ever find yourself thinking, “am I good enough?”, “I don’t deserve to be here”, or “I’m not smart enough to be here.”If so, you’re not alone!
    ✅ Symptoms of Not Enough Syndrome
    ✅ Root Causes of Not Enough Syndrome
    ✅ Long term impacts of Not Enough Syndrome
    ✅ How To’s and Boundaries to Set


    *****
    NEW BOOK!!!
    Adult Survivors of Emotionally Abusive Parents: How to Heal, Cultivate Emotional Resilience, and Build the Life and Love You Deserve - https://amzn.to/3UhURWI
    *****

    Books by Dr. Sherrie Campbell:

    ⚉ Adult Survivors of Toxic Family Members: Tools to Maintain Boundaries, Deal with Criticism, and Heal from Shame After Ties Have Been Cut. - https://amzn.to/3L3sMuA
    ⚉ But It’s Your Family…: Cutting Ties with Toxic Family Members and Loving Yourself in the Aftermath - https://amzn.to/3tuNQEn
    ⚉ Your Pocket Therapist: Quick Hacks for Dealing with Toxic People While Empowering Yourself - https://amzn.to/3JBql1R
    ⚉ Success Equations: A Path to Living an Emotionally Wealthy Life - https://amzn.to/3uobd1u
    ⚉ Loving Yourself: The Mastery of Being Your Own Person - https://amzn.to/36mlXp5


    Connect with Dr. Sherrie Campbell:

    ⚉ Website: https://drsherriecampbell.com/
    ⚉ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SherrieCampbellPhD


    Check out the Sherapy Master Class: The Toxic Family Sherapy Course designed to help people master toxic family members and turn their life around to one of freedom, peace, and empowerment. Click here https://bit.ly/SherapyMasterclass

    Get early access to news, insights, and tips straight from your inbox. Subscribe to Dr. Sherrie’s email list, go to https://drsherriecampbell.com/

    Shame: A Self-Fulfilling Prophecy

    Shame: A Self-Fulfilling Prophecy

    When children are constantly shamed, they begin to believe they are inherently bad. This belief shapes their self-perception and influences their behavior.

    Cycles of negative behavior and reinforcement can persist into adulthood, negatively impacting our relationships.

    Let’s dive deep into the following:

    ✅ When a child/person continually absorbs the message that they are "bad" it's no surprise that this belief can become a self-fulfilling prophecy.

    ✅ The child/person might start acting out or shutting completely down when faced with this belief, as it shapes their self-perception and expectations of themselves.

    ✅ Positive Self Worth cannot fully develop under a shaming relationship.

    ✅ Examples of shaming.

    ✅ Living in the aftermath of shame.

    ✅ Overcoming shame can take a lifetime.

    ✅ Shame is a form of coercive control.

    ✅ How To’s and Boundaries to set


    *****

    NEW BOOK!!!

    Adult Survivors of Emotionally Abusive Parents: How to Heal, Cultivate Emotional Resilience, and Build the Life and Love You Deserve - https://amzn.to/3UhURWI

    *****


    Books by Dr. Sherrie Campbell:

    ⚉ Adult Survivors of Toxic Family Members: Tools to Maintain Boundaries, Deal with Criticism, and Heal from Shame After Ties Have Been Cut. - https://amzn.to/3L3sMuA
    ⚉ But It’s Your Family…: Cutting Ties with Toxic Family Members and Loving Yourself in the Aftermath - https://amzn.to/3tuNQEn
    ⚉ Your Pocket Therapist: Quick Hacks for Dealing with Toxic People While Empowering Yourself - https://amzn.to/3JBql1R
    ⚉ Success Equations: A Path to Living an Emotionally Wealthy Life - https://amzn.to/3uobd1u
    ⚉ Loving Yourself: The Mastery of Being Your Own Person - https://amzn.to/36mlXp5


    Connect with Dr. Sherrie Campbell:

    ⚉ Website: https://drsherriecampbell.com/
    ⚉ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SherrieCampbellPhD


    Check out the Sherapy Master Class: The Toxic Family Sherapy Course designed to help people master toxic family members and turn their life around to one of freedom, peace, and empowerment. Click here https://bit.ly/SherapyMasterclass


    Get early access to news, insights, and tips straight from your inbox. Subscribe to Dr. Sherrie’s email list, go to https://drsherriecampbell.com/

    Toxic Shame Series Part 1: What is shame and how does it impact our personality?

    Toxic Shame Series Part 1: What is shame and how does it impact our personality?

    Shame is a deeply rooted emotion that profoundly impacts our sense of self-worth, especially for those raised in toxic family environments.

    In this new series, let’s explore the complexities of shame, how it manifests in our lives, and the steps we can take to overcome it.

    Let’s start off with the following:

    ✅ Unveiling the Nature of Shame
    ✅ Guilt vs. Shame
    ✅ Shame humiliates guilt motivates
    ✅ what can shame look like?
    ✅ Examples of Shaming
    ✅ Writing exercise


    *****

    NEW BOOK!!!

    Adult Survivors of Emotionally Abusive Parents: How to Heal, Cultivate Emotional Resilience, and Build the Life and Love You Deserve - https://amzn.to/3UhURWI

    *****


    Books by Dr. Sherrie Campbell:

    ⚉ Adult Survivors of Toxic Family Members: Tools to Maintain Boundaries, Deal with Criticism, and Heal from Shame After Ties Have Been Cut. - https://amzn.to/3L3sMuA
    ⚉ But It’s Your Family…: Cutting Ties with Toxic Family Members and Loving Yourself in the Aftermath - https://amzn.to/3tuNQEn
    ⚉ Your Pocket Therapist: Quick Hacks for Dealing with Toxic People While Empowering Yourself - https://amzn.to/3JBql1R
    ⚉ Success Equations: A Path to Living an Emotionally Wealthy Life - https://amzn.to/3uobd1u
    ⚉ Loving Yourself: The Mastery of Being Your Own Person - https://amzn.to/36mlXp5


    Connect with Dr. Sherrie Campbell:

    ⚉ Website: https://drsherriecampbell.com/
    ⚉ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SherrieCampbellPhD


    Check out the Sherapy Master Class: The Toxic Family Sherapy Course designed to help people master toxic family members and turn their life around to one of freedom, peace, and empowerment. Click here https://bit.ly/SherapyMasterclass


    Get early access to news, insights, and tips straight from your inbox. Subscribe to Dr. Sherrie’s email list, go to https://drsherriecampbell.com/

    An Amazing Conversation with Dave from Healing After a Narcissist (Bonus Episode 10)

    An Amazing Conversation with Dave from Healing After a Narcissist (Bonus Episode 10)

    In a society that often downplays or dismisses men's emotional struggles, Dave's willingness to share his story and engage in open dialogue is a powerful testament to the importance of breaking the silence.
    In this episode, Dave shares how he navigated growing up with a narcissistic mother, married a narcissistic woman, found healing and reclaimed his life.
    ✅ All things toxic family 
    ✅ The Value of No Contact when nothing else works 
    ✅ Breaking destructive generational patterns of poor parenting 
    ✅ Repeating patterns of abuse with romantic partners 
    ✅ Starting Fresh 
    ✅Healing childhood and marital wounding 
    ✅ Establishing a strong sense of self through the setting of healthy boundaries 
    Dave, founder of @healing.after.a.narcissist on Instagram, is dedicated to raising awareness and providing education on narcissism and narcissistic abuse. Through his platform, he validates people's experiences and offers valuable tips on healing after encountering narcissistic individuals in all aspects of life. His mission is to empower others to navigate the aftermath of such toxic relationships and find healing and resilience.
    Mentioned in the episode:
    📌 [Book] The Myth of Normal: Trauma, Illness, and Healing in a Toxic Culture by Gabor Maté MD - https://bit.ly/3QMhCPY 
    📌 TEDx Talk Not All Parents Are Good by Dr. Sherrie Campbell - https://youtu.be/deyHwDkG7oc 
    📌 [Podcast] How to Effectively Co-Parent with a Narcissist on Let's Be Honest with Kristin Cavallari - https://bit.ly/3QNHZVP 
    Connect with Dave:
    📌 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healing.after.a.narcissist/ 

    *****
    NEW BOOK!!! 
    Adult Survivors of Emotionally Abusive Parents: How to Heal, Cultivate Emotional Resilience, and Build the Life and Love You Deserve - https://amzn.to/3UhURWI 
    *****

    Books by Dr. Sherrie Campbell:
    ⚉ Adult Survivors of Toxic Family Members: Tools to Maintain Boundaries, Deal with Criticism, and Heal from Shame After Ties Have Been Cut. - https://amzn.to/3L3sMuA 
    ⚉ But It’s Your Family…: Cutting Ties with Toxic Family Members and Loving Yourself in the Aftermath - https://amzn.to/3tuNQEn 
    ⚉ Your Pocket Therapist: Quick Hacks for Dealing with Toxic People While Empowering Yourself - https://amzn.to/3JBql1R 
    ⚉ Success Equations: A Path to Living an Emotionally Wealthy Life - https://amzn.to/3uobd1u 
    ⚉ Loving Yourself: The Mastery of Being Your Own Person - https://amzn.to/36mlXp5 

    Connect with Dr. Sherrie Campbell:
    ⚉ Website: https://drsherriecampbell.com/ 
    ⚉ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SherrieCampbellPhD 

    Check out the Sherapy Master Class: The Toxic Family

    • 58 min
    Healing “Burden Syndrome”

    Healing “Burden Syndrome”

    In this last episode of the Burden Syndrome series, let's discuss practical strategies for setting boundaries, cultivating self-worth, and more.

    ✅ Burden syndrome is built upon rejection and accompanying shame.
    ✅ Destructive thought patterns that dominate this state of mind.
    ✅ Having needs and “being needy” are not the same.
    ✅ Symptoms that make up Burden Syndrome
    ✅ How To’s and Boundaries to Set


    *****

    NEW BOOK!!!

    Adult Survivors of Emotionally Abusive Parents: How to Heal, Cultivate Emotional Resilience, and Build the Life and Love You Deserve - https://amzn.to/3UhURWI

    *****


    Books by Dr. Sherrie Campbell:

    ⚉ Adult Survivors of Toxic Family Members: Tools to Maintain Boundaries, Deal with Criticism, and Heal from Shame After Ties Have Been Cut. - https://amzn.to/3L3sMuA
    ⚉ But It’s Your Family…: Cutting Ties with Toxic Family Members and Loving Yourself in the Aftermath - https://amzn.to/3tuNQEn
    ⚉ Your Pocket Therapist: Quick Hacks for Dealing with Toxic People While Empowering Yourself - https://amzn.to/3JBql1R
    ⚉ Success Equations: A Path to Living an Emotionally Wealthy Life - https://amzn.to/3uobd1u
    ⚉ Loving Yourself: The Mastery of Being Your Own Person - https://amzn.to/36mlXp5


    Connect with Dr. Sherrie Campbell:

    ⚉ Website: https://drsherriecampbell.com/
    ⚉ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SherrieCampbellPhD


    Check out the Sherapy Master Class: The Toxic Family Sherapy Course designed to help people master toxic family members and turn their life around to one of freedom, peace, and empowerment. Click here https://bit.ly/SherapyMasterclass


    Get early access to news, insights, and tips straight from your inbox. Subscribe to Dr. Sherrie’s email list, go to https://drsherriecampbell.com/

Customer Reviews

4.8 out of 5
236 Ratings

236 Ratings

Prettyasaseashell ,

So grateful!

Thank you so much for your dedication to your work Dr. Sherrie. Your podcasts are healing validating and informative. I regally pass them on to others.

weaverpartyof6 ,

Where have you been all my life!

Finally I can breath. Finally everything makes sense. Finally I can love myself because your podcast. I cannot thank you enough. Sherrie, you are the angel I have been praying for.

kristie789 ,

So helpful!

This podcast has helped me so much! I started listening to Dr. Sherrie Campbell and it has changed my mindset and feelings towards how I have processed cutting out my toxic family. This came to me in a time in my life when I was feeling so overwhelmed, down, and guilty, but she helped me feel strong and empowered that I made the healthiest and best decision for me and my family. Thank you for giving a voice to survivors of toxic families.

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