Nancy Shadlock is a missionary-kid-turned-youth-pastor-turned-spiritual-director-turned-coming out coach. When Nancy discovered that she didn’t have to divorce her spirituality to embrace her sexuality, she started creating the life she always dreamed of but feared would never be possible.
Now, as the founder of Centered Counseling and Coaching and host of the Coming Out Chronicles podcast, she devotes her time to helping individuals and organizations break free of their metaphorical closets to bravely live the truth of how beautiful and whole they are. In this episode, Anne-Marie speaks with Nancy about her experiences as a missionary kid, in conversion therapy, the intersection of spirituality and sexuality, and much more.
🎙️ What You’ll Discover in This Episode:
✅ Nancy’s Coming-Out Journey – Breaking free from religious and societal expectations
✅ Faith & Identity – Reconciling spirituality with self-acceptance
✅ The Power of Transformation Coaching – Helping others navigate their own coming-out journeys
✅ Family Dynamics – Navigating tough conversations with loved ones
✅ Creating Safe Spaces – How Nancy fosters community and healing through her work
✅ Finding Your Authentic Voice – Practical advice for those struggling with identity
✅ What It Means to Go Beyond Coming Out – Living fully in your truth every day
Nancy’s journey highlights that coming out is just the beginning—the real transformation happens when you embrace your authentic self and empower others to do the same.
Learn more about Nancy’s coaching work at https://www.centered.ca/about
Nancy’s coming out song is Brave by Sara Bareilles: https://youtu.be/QUQsqBqxoR4?si=MBLOlIHQ-a2MVvMShttps://www.youtube.com/embed/QUQsqBqxoR4
❤️ Why This Story Matters:
Nancy’s story reminds us that healing, self-discovery, and authenticity often go hand in hand. By sharing our experiences, we create ripple effects of acceptance, understanding, and community.
Your story has the power to inspire others.
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You can also tune into this episode of Coming Out & Beyond: LGBTQIA+ Stories on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/coming-out-beyond-lgbtqia-stories/id1569859569
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/27kocr4llm6syHKaeX1x9e
