Tanya Gioia on Love, Addiction, and Finding Freedom

Jul 16, 2025

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When Tanya Gioia’s husband got sober five days before Christmas, she thought the hardest part was over—but the real journey had just begun. In this heartfelt conversation, Tanya shares how she navigated life as a wife, mom, and coach while rebuilding trust, setting boundaries, and finding strength through faith. This powerful episode is a must-listen for anyone touched by addiction, codependency, or seeking hope in life’s toughest moments.

Guest Bio:

Tanya Gioia is a Christian-focused addiction relationship coach dedicated to helping women support loved ones battling addiction. Drawing from her personal experience as a wife of a recovering addict and her own journey of healing from codependency, Tanya empowers women to rediscover their identity, set healthy boundaries, and build resilient families. She is also the host of the Faith Over Addiction podcast.

Main Topics:

· Tanya’s family story and her husband’s journey to sobriety

· Life on a Colorado farm with kids, animals, and addiction struggles

· The reality of codependency and how it affects relationships

· How faith, community, and positive self-talk played a role in healing

· The importance of boundaries and self-worth in recovery

· Helping children navigate family addiction dynamics

· The role of therapy, EMDR, and spiritual growth in personal healing

· Why women need to reclaim their identity and voice

· Tanya’s coaching programs, podcast, and future plans

Resources mentioned:

· Tanya’s website: https://www.tanyagioia.com/