When Childhood Wounds Shape Adulthood: A Memoir Conversation with Katrina Collier

In this episode Emma speaks with Katrina Collier, author of the memoir The Damage of Words, about healing childhood abuse, complex PTSD, and the life-changing power of inner child work. Katrina shares how a career conversation led her to therapy, how naming patterns like gaslighting and emotional neglect helped her see what she’d carried for decades, and why forgiveness and self-compassion are central to recovery. They explore practical techniques such as inner child exercises, grounding, energetic protection and the importance of choosing safe, qualified support. This episode is for anyone wanting hope, actionable steps, and permission to start healing at any age.

Connect with Katrina Here:

The Damage of Words: https://thedamageofwords.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katrinacollier/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katrinamcollier/

Continue Your Journey

Thank you so much for listening to The Healing Odyssey.If this episode has helped you, please consider sharing it with someone who might need to hear it today.

FREE RESOURCE: MY COMFORT KIT

Create your own collection of comfort, connection and hope with this free interactive wellbeing guide, including your own personal Back-to-Me Box.

Download My Comfort Kit free here:

evolve-recovery-comfort-kit.subscribepage.io

Join Dopamine Without Danger

A calm, private community for recovery, ADHD, burnout and emotional wellbeing.

First month just £3 with code ONEMONTH3

https://dopamine-without-danger.mn.co/landing/

Read AA Is Not the Only Way

Real stories of recovery, ADHD, trauma and finding your own way forward.

https://emmagardner.uk

Support the Podcast

If you'd like to help keep these conversations free:

https://buymeacoffee.com/emmagardnerwrites

Be a Guest

Therapist, coach, researcher, author or someone with lived experience?I'd love to hear from you.

[email protected]

Until next time... be gentle with yourself, stay curious, and keep finding your own way forward