Trapped in Their Script: Agatha Peters on Healing, Growth, and Rewriting Your Story
In this episode of RISE Urban Nation, host Taryell Simmons sits down with therapist and author Agatha Peters to discuss her new book Trapped in Their Script and the courage it takes to heal beyond trauma. Growing up in Nigeria, where pain was often normalized, Agatha shares her personal journey of breaking generational cycles and guiding others toward emotional freedom. She opens up about the power of rewriting internal narratives, breaking stigma around therapy in Black and African communities, and finding peace through person-centered healing.
RISE Urban Nation: Own Your Story. Scale Your Impact. · Agatha Peters, Taryell Simmons
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Show Notes
BIO:
A Nigerian-American psychotherapist, Agatha Peters is the founder of Beautiful Sunshine Therapy and the author of Trapped in Their Script: Reclaim Your Life from Narcissistic Parents & Cultural Expectations. She is dedicated to helping adult children of narcissistic parents, especially those from collectivist cultures, where family loyalty often overshadows individual well-being. Having experienced the healing power of therapy herself, she is passionate about helping others discover the same transformation and offers guidance on embracing one’s identity while respecting cultural ties.
SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS:
Website: https://beautifulsunshinetherapy.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/agatha-peters-6209659a
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/19AW9BHBNM/?mibextid=wwXIfr
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beautifulsunshinetherapy?igsh=amR0dGhkbXVtbWQ1&utm_source=qr
Credits:
Host: Taryell Simmons
Guest: Agatha Peters
Music: Will Maker
Production: RISE Urban Nation
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