Stephanie’s Emetophobia Recovery Journey

From Police Officer to Thriving Mom: Steph’s Inspiring Emetophobia Recovery Story

“Before finding the Thrive Program Emetophobia ruled my life. I lived in a constant state of flight or flight with physical symptoms of anxiety and panic. I found Lauren and she coach me through the program as a guiding ight all the while showing me I was the true force and powerhouse that could overcome my emetophobia! Lauren showed compassion and kindness and was always willing to answer my questions. She is someone you want in your corner.”

Meet Steph — a woman whose journey is as brave and inspiring as they come. From her years as a police officer facing high-stress, challenging scenes, to becoming a mom, stepmom, and elementary school teacher, Steph has always been strong. But behind the scenes, she was quietly battling something she didn’t even have a name for until recently: emetophobia.

For years, Steph felt isolated and alone, wondering why she struggled so much while life kept moving forward. Everything shifted when she discovered what she’d been experiencing and, more importantly, that recovery was possible. In this heartfelt interview, she shares the turning points in her journey — including a powerful moment when she began speaking to herself the way she would speak to the little girl she once was: with kindness, love, and support.

Now fully recovered, Steph can focus on helping her 9-year-old daughter, Emerson, who is facing her own emetophobia challenges. Because emetophobia isn’t genetic, but learned, Steph was determined to break the cycle and create a truly “Thrivey” home for her family.

Her story is proof that emetophobia recovery isn’t always a straight line — but with the right tools, consistent effort, and a commitment to building strong mental health, every day can be a step toward freedom. Steph showed up, did the work, and changed her life.

Click play to hear her incredible story and hear Michelle and I have a lovely chat about her journey— you’ll walk away inspired, encouraged, and reminded that you are stronger than you think. If you are ready to overcome your Emetophobia please don’t wait! Reach out here.

She is still Thriving!-Here’s a little update she just sent today!