REBOOT Recovery with Evan and Jenny Owens
What if the trauma you've experienced could become your greatest tool for helping others heal? Join us for an incredible conversation with Evan and Jenny Owens, founders of REBOOT Recovery, as they share how their faith-based, peer-led program has transformed over 30,000 lives across 44 states and 11 countries.
Key Topics Covered:
The Science of Soul Wounds
How trauma creates invisible wounds that traditional therapy often misses
The five core soul wounds: loss, betrayal, rejection, guilt, and misplaced identity
Research-backed results showing significant improvements in anxiety, depression, and social connection
From Military to Global Movement
Jenny's breakthrough work with traumatic brain injury patients at Fort Campbell
How survivor's guilt and false guilt trap people in cycles of self-condemnation
The evolution from a living room gathering to an international movement
Revolutionary Recovery Approach
Why peer-led community healing succeeds where individual therapy falls short
Building redeemers, not just survivors - moving beyond perpetual brokenness
The power of turning your pain into purpose for helping others
Prison Ministry & International Impact
Rapid expansion into 50+ prison facilities addressing root causes of incarceration
Organic growth into 11 countries through grassroots community leaders
Supporting military spouses and families through shared trauma recovery
Bio:
Evan and Jenny Owens combine leadership expertise from nonprofit and technology sectors with clinical trauma rehabilitation experience. Their REBOOT Recovery program addresses what they call "soul wounds" through 12-week, faith-based, peer-facilitated groups that create lasting community support networks beyond traditional therapy models.
REBOOT Recovery website: https://rebootrecovery.com
Timestamps:
00:00 Welcome to You Matter Nashville
01:19 The Birth of Reboot Recovery
05:35 Understanding Trauma and Guilt
07:44 The Role of Occupational Therapy in Recovery
12:39 The Journey of Healing and Community
14:15 The 12-Week Program Explained
20:10 The Impact of Faith in Recovery
25:36 Building a Community of Hope
29:02 The Evolution of Reboot Recovery
36:50 Different Programs for Different Needs
38:06 Healing the Wounded, Not Broken
41:11 Navigating Marriage and Work Together
47:22 The Importance of Spousal Support in Trauma Recovery
52:11 International Expansion and Organic Growth
01:02:05 Encouragement for Those Considering Healing Programs
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