Held & Healed Presents

Dear Younger Me

A Six-Session Video Series for Survivors

Extend compassion to your younger self. Replace lies with powerful truths.

Dear Younger Me Event

6 Videos — Only $85

You Deserved Better Then.
You Deserve Healing Now.

If you grew up in an abusive home, survived a controlling marriage, or endured spiritual manipulation — you carry wounds that run deep. You may have spent years believing lies about who you are and what you deserve.

Maybe you've wondered: What would I say to my younger self if I could go back? What did that little girl need to hear? What truth did that young wife desperately need?

You're not alone. And healing is possible.

What You'll Discover Inside

Six recorded sessions from our Dear Younger Me event — yours to watch anytime, at your own pace.

SESSION 1

Our Stories

Heather, Sarah, Megan & Lauren share snippets of their journeys through abuse and into healing.

SESSION 2

Dear Little Girl

With Megan Owen — explore childhood wounds, attachment styles, and parentification.

SESSION 3

Dear Woman

With Sarah McDugal — addressing purity culture, spiritual abuse, and reclaiming your identity.

SESSION 4

Dear Young Wife

With Heather Elizabeth — the truths you needed to hear in your marriage and the lies you can release.

SESSION 5

Dear Young Mama

With Lauren Smallcomb — reparenting, brain retraining, and moving from dysregulation into joy.

SESSION 6

Practical Application

With Heather Elizabeth — tools, resources, and next steps for your continued healing journey.

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Meet Your Speakers

Four women who have walked through the fire — and now help others find their way to freedom.

Heather Elizabeth

Heather Elizabeth

Host • Held & Healed

Survivor, speaker, writer, coach, and founder of Held & Healed and Honor Project Movement. Mama of three young adult sons in Virginia.


Sarah McDugal

Wilderness to Wild

Advocate, speaker, coach, author, and founder of Wilderness to Wild. Mama of two brilliant young people in Tennessee.

Megan Owen

Megan Owen

Mountain City Christian Counseling

Pastoral counselor specializing in DNMS, IFS, and EMDR. Certified in bereavement therapy. Mama of four in Colorado.

Lauren Smallcomb

Lauren Smallcomb

Flourish Therapy

Certified Mind-Body Practitioner, RN, and Nutritional Therapist with 15 years of experience. Lives in Thailand with her family.

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know before you purchase.

What exactly am I purchasing?
You are purchasing access to six recorded video sessions from our Dear Younger Me online event. These sessions cover topics including our personal stories, childhood wounds, identity after spiritual abuse, marriage, motherhood, and practical tools for healing. You'll have long-term access to watch at your own pace.
Who is this video series for?
This series is designed for women who are survivors of domestic violence, childhood abuse, and/or spiritual abuse. If you've ever wondered what you would say to your younger self — or if you're looking for compassionate, faith-informed guidance on your healing journey — this is for you.
How long are the videos?
Each session varies in length, but they are designed to be digestible and meaningful. You can watch them all at once or spread them out over days or weeks — whatever feels right for your healing journey.
Is this faith-based content?
Yes. Our speakers are Christian women who approach healing through a faith-informed lens. However, the content is also grounded in therapeutic best practices including attachment theory, nervous system regulation, and trauma-informed care.
What if I'm not ready to watch all the sessions?
That's completely okay. You have long-term access to the videos, so you can go at your own pace. Healing isn't linear, and we honor wherever you are in your journey.

You Deserved to Be Seen Then.
Let Us See You Now.

Six powerful sessions. Four women who understand. Real tools for real healing.

All 6 Videos — Just $85

Instant access • Watch at your own pace • Long-term viewing