Becoming Visible: Overcoming Trauma-Based Fears, Phobias and Self-Doubt

For decades, Gayle Petrillo hid. Throughout grade school, high school and well into adulthood, Gayle hid behind physical scars, fears and phobias, shame and guilt.

Her life had unexpectedly changed in a single moment as a toddler. Severe burns from hot liquid turned the sweet, playful and giggly three-year-old Gayle into a quivering, insecure girl who wanted nothing more than to live in the shadows of anonymity.

Through determination, grit and encouragement from loved ones and mentors, Gayle ...