Mikayla Matthews from ‘Secret Lives of Mormon Wives’ Discusses ‘Anger’ During Therapy for Sexual Abuse

Healing and Heartache: Mikayla Matthews Opens Up

Life takes unexpected turns, and it seems Mikayla Matthews knows this all too well. At 25, the MomTok star bravely shared her journey of healing from a past she once kept hidden. Listening to her on “The Squeeze” podcast, I couldn’t help but feel a mix of empathy and admiration for her courage.

In a candid conversation, Mikayla opened up about what she described as “sexual trauma” from her childhood. It was during an episode of the hit Hulu reality show, Mormon Wives, that viewers first saw her seek therapy to process her past. And now, she’s letting fans in on how she’s moving forward. Her vulnerability struck a chord, with many reaching out through social media to offer support.

“Just wanted to thank EACH and every one of [you] for all the support and love I have been receiving after my podcast with @thesqueeze,” she shared via her Instagram Story. It’s like she’s slowly uncovering layers of herself, each step both painful and liberating.

Mikayla didn’t shy away from discussing her feelings of “anger” while revisiting past events. “I’ve felt a lot of anger while unraveling these traumatic events that happened to me in my childhood,” she confided. There’s something profound in acknowledging those emotions – it’s as if by naming them, she starts to find some semblance of control.

She mentioned the mixed feelings of wanting to protect herself while also understanding the need not to project hurt onto others. “I can be bitchy and want to stick up for myself… but I need to work on not projecting that hurt,” she admitted. It’s refreshing – hearing someone recognize their own imperfections and commit to growth.

Her story touched on another heart-wrenching detail: the abuse began at such a tender age, before she even moved to Utah with her family. “I don’t know what age I was, anywhere from, I’m guessing 6, 7 [or] 8.” Her family life changed dramatically after their parents divorced – moving from California to Utah marked a new chapter, but one shadowed by continued trauma.

Mikayla revealed another incident with an unidentified man after moving, recalling how her mother never knew what transpired while she worked long hours. “She would go to the back room and take a nap… I would be left alone.” It’s moments like these that illustrate the complexity of such experiences – they’re hidden in plain sight yet profoundly impactful.

The details are hard to digest – they paint a picture that’s both vivid and unsettling. And yet, through it all, Mikayla offers solace to others who might share similar stories: “If you have been through something similar, I’m sorry and I see you.” It’s like she’s reaching out a hand in solidarity.

For those interested in learning more about trauma recovery and its psychological impact, NPR explores how trauma can affect one’s life over time.

I think there’s something reassuring about watching someone take ownership of their story – perhaps it reminds us that healing is not linear or perfect, but it’s possible.