Jennifer Westcott

Jennifer Westcott, a trauma therapist and regular guest, joins to explore the difficult terrain of reconciling good memories with the pain of abusive relationships. She discusses the intense emotions tied to longing for connection with abusive family members, especially the guilt that accompanies such feelings. Westcott sheds light on the complexities of enmeshment and how moments of authentic love can coexist with manipulation. They also dive into the psychological factors driving abusive behavior, emphasizing the importance of sharing vulnerabilities in therapeutic settings.