Season 2 of Your Traitor Within opens with a powerful conversation between Jessica Anne Pressler, LCSW, and abuse recovery coach Beany, founder of Breakthroughs with Beany.

Beany shares her deeply personal story of surviving a decade-long abusive relationship, the trauma bond that kept her stuck, and how her “Traitor Within” — the internal voice shaped by early wounds — convinced her to endure instead of leave. Together, Jessica and Beany unpack the psychology behind narcissistic abuse, love bombing, cognitive dissonance, intermittent reinforcement, and why leaving is rarely a single moment.

This episode explores:

• How trauma bonding can feel like addiction
• Why “strength” can become a mask that keeps you silent
• The role of external validation in abusive dynamics
• Why physical distance creates clarity
• How healing is built through small daily decisions
• The importance of community in recovery

Beany now supports survivors through one-on-one coaching, group programs, and a membership community designed to help women break trauma bonds and rebuild self-worth.

Connect with Beany / Breakthroughs with Beany:
Instagram: http://instagram.com/breakthroughswithbeany

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@breakthroughswithbeany

TikTok: http://tiktok.com/@breakthroughswithbeany

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Content note: This episode includes discussion of abuse, stalking, and sexual violence.

If you are in danger or need support:
National Domestic Violence Hotline (US): 1-800-799-7233 or text START to 88788
988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988

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