Andrea
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SHITSHOW SATURDAY #180 - Andrea A. (...but not me)
SHITSHOW SATURDAY #180 - Andrea A. (...but not me)
SHITSHOW SATURDAY #180 - Andrea A. (...but not me)
Saturday 29th November 2025
Andrea A. shares her journey from childhood trauma to recovery, exploring therapy and sobriety in this engaging episode.
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46 minutes
Inspiring
Honest
Healing
Supportive
Hopeful
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Categories:
Healing Relationships
Healing from Sexual Trauma
Recovery from Trauma
Sobriety Toolkit
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Episode Overview
- Andrea's recovery began with Al-Anon meetings after a therapist's suggestion.
- Identifying as an 'adult child' helped Andrea address unresolved childhood issues.
- IFS therapy provided a framework for embracing all parts of herself.
- Couples therapy has improved communication and understanding in Andrea's marriage.
- Andrea's journey underscores the importance of recognising and healing childhood trauma.
"Something in me deeply needs help. Like that spirit, like I think it was like a spiritual opening."
Curious about how others navigate their sobriety journey? Shitshow Saturday brings you Andrea A., a guest with a story that resonates deeply. Andrea's path to recovery began in Al-Anon, thanks to a therapist's recommendation during her divorce from an alcoholic partner. Her journey is marked by the discovery of ACA meetings, where she identified as an 'adult child,' grappling with unresolved childhood trauma.
Andrea shares the impact of her dysfunctional family, including emotional absence and abuse, and how it shaped her adulthood. She talks candidly about her coping mechanisms, from binge drinking to workaholism and compulsive exercise. A pivotal moment came during a wildfire when Andrea realised she needed help beyond alcohol recovery. Her exploration of Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy opened new avenues for healing, embracing parts of herself she'd once rejected.
Andrea's relationship with her husband, who has 20 years of sobriety, adds layers to her story. Together, they embarked on IFS couples therapy, which has transformed their interactions and deepened their understanding of each other's protective parts. Andrea's journey is one of courage, resilience, and the pursuit of healing. Whether you're interested in personal stories or strategies for recovery, Andrea's narrative offers insights and hope. Have you ever considered how your childhood impacts your present?
This episode might just be the catalyst for your own reflection.