Episodes 12
Avg. Duration 17m
Activity Sporadic
Since Nov 2025
Latest Episode Jan 2026

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Schedule
Weekly
Format
Episodic
Consistency
80%
Hosting
feeds.captivate.fm

About This Podcast

Validated is a podcast for women navigating hidden psychological, emotional, spiritual, and financial abuse—especially in relationships that look “perfect.” If you're walking on eggshells, doubting your reality, or asking, “Am I overreacting?” you’re in the right place. ☕️New episodes release every Wednesday at 4:45 AM PT, starting Nov 19. Subscribe so you never miss one. Here, you'll find: 🌱 Hope when you feel isolated – You're not alone, and you're not crazy 🌱 Tools to recognize the patterns – Finally see what's been so hard to name 🌱 Faith-rooted truth – Scripture and encouragement for your healing journey 🌱 Language for your story – Words for what you've struggled to explain 🌱 Courage for your next steps – Whether you stay, work through it, or walk away I'm Valerie—a voice advocate who chose to leave a marriage that was breaking me emotionally and psychologically. I share my story, the truths that carried me, and practical wisdom to help you move from silence to strength. This is where you finally get to stop pretending everything is fine...this is where God meets you in your pain and helps you find your voice. Listen & Subscribe 🤍 Listen page: https://validatedpodcast.com/listen 📺 Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ownvoiceheal?sub_confirmation=1 🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/validated-own-voice-heal/id1850964341 🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4MPNnTAWX2VsoMR9Lek2r2?si=2ed341ee4c0f4306 🔗 RSS: https://feeds.captivate.fm/validated-own-voice-heal/ Disclaimer Just a reminder: I’m not a licensed therapist, medical professional, or attorney. The stories, insights, and reflections I share through the Validated podcast, website, and downloadable resources are based on my personal experiences, perspectives, and opinions. Identifying details have been changed or omitted to protect privacy. This content is offered for support and education, not accusation, and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or replace professional care. No therapeutic relationship is implied or created by your use of this content. Every situation is unique; if you’re in crisis or need personalized help, please reach out to a licensed mental health professional and/or seek wise counsel within your faith community. If you ever feel unsafe or are in immediate danger, contact local emergency services or a trusted crisis resource in your region. You are worthy of such support.

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Why You NEED to Wait to Date After Divorce

Jan 15, 2026 17m

Scrolling dating apps after your divorce? Feeling the pull to fill the void with someone new? I get it, but here's what you need to know: dating too soon keeps you from becoming who you're meant to…

The #1 Divorce Mistake You NEED To Avoid

Jan 08, 2026 22m

Fresh out of a marriage and already thinking about dating again? I get it...you want to feel valued, desired, and whole again. But here's the truth you need: rushing into a new relationship will rob…

Prepared, Not Panicked: Why a Safety Plan Matters

Jan 01, 2026 9m

If you’re living in hidden abuse, it can be hard to know what you actually need — especially when nothing looks obviously “dangerous.”Maybe there are no bruises.Maybe things only feel scary during…

Break The Hidden Abuse Cycle - 4 Keys

Dec 25, 2025 12m

If you feel like you’re going in circles emotionally — stuck in patterns you can’t explain or escape — you may be living on what I call the Endless Carousel.In this episode, I’m sharing 4 key steps…

You're Not Crazy—Here's What's Actually Happening in Hidden Abuse

Dec 17, 2025 27m

Hidden Abuse Cycle Explained:If you’ve ever felt stuck in a loop where things get tense, then explode, then get smoothed over like nothing happened, you’re not imagining it. There is a pattern. And…

How to Spot Covert Abuse in Relationships

Dec 10, 2025 13m

“Why didn’t I see it sooner?”If you’ve ever asked yourself that question, you’re not alone—and you’re not to blame. Covert abuse is designed to stay hidden.It’s why smart, capable women can live in…

4 Hidden Forms of Abuse You May Be Living In

Dec 03, 2025 19m

We often hear: “But he’s never hit me…”If you’ve ever said that to minimize your feelings, explain away the confusion, or question what you’re living in, this episode is for you.Hidden abuse leaves…

What I Learned From My Failed Marriage

Nov 26, 2025 25m

When everything in your marriage is collapsing on the inside — even if it looks fine on the outside — you start asking questions you never imagined you’d have to face.In Part 2 of my story, I share a…

How I Lost My Voice Trying to Fix My Marriage

Nov 19, 2025 16m

What do you do when everything looks fine on the outside, but inside you’re shrinking… second-guessing yourself… trying desperately to hold everything together?In this vulnerable episode, I share the…

Awakening After Trauma: Why I’m Helping Women Find Their Voice

Nov 19, 2025 13m

If you’ve ever wondered why it feels so hard to speak up, to name what’s really happening, or to trust your own voice—this episode is for you.In this deeply personal conversation, I’m sharing the…

3 Lifelines Every Woman Facing Hidden Abuse Should Know

Nov 19, 2025 13m

If you’ve been quietly wrestling with whether what you’re experiencing is okay, healthy, or sustainable — especially when it feels hard to name — you’re not alone.In this episode, I share 3 Lifelines…

I Left a Toxic Relationship. Here’s How I Healed

Nov 04, 2025 2m Trailer Transcript

Validated is a faith-rooted podcast for women navigating covert forms of emotional, psychological, spiritual, or financial abuse—especially when the relationship looks “perfect” from the outside.New…

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does Validated: Own. Voice. Heal. have?

Validated: Own. Voice. Heal. has published 12 episodes since November 2025, covering topics in Christianity, Health & Fitness.

Is Validated: Own. Voice. Heal. still active?

Validated: Own. Voice. Heal. is currently sporadic with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 17m.

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