{"id":13545,"date":"2025-01-10T13:46:06","date_gmt":"2025-01-10T18:46:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/femimagazine.com\/?p=13545"},"modified":"2025-01-13T12:32:20","modified_gmt":"2025-01-13T17:32:20","slug":"vernique-esther-healing-trauma-and-building-healthy-relationships","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/femimagazine.com\/?p=13545","title":{"rendered":"Vernique Esther: Healing Trauma and Building Healthy Relationships"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Vernique Esther is a licensed therapist, author, and speaker specializing in relational trauma and fostering healthy relationships. Through her book, When Seasons Change: A Divorce Recovery Interactive Devotional, and her faith-based community, Authentically Wed, Vernique helps individuals navigate life\u2019s challenges and cultivate fulfilling connections. 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