Paul Gilmartin
Paul Gilmartin
#231 Lisa Richards
#231 Lisa Richards
#231 Lisa Richards
Friday 26th June 2015
Lisa Richards discusses losing her daughter to suicide and her healing journey on 'Mental Illness Happy Hour'. Join the heartfelt conversation on grief and recovery.
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Get the buttons here!Lisa Richards: Finding Light After Losing a Child to Suicide
There is a unique pain that survivors of suicide loss know about.
Imagine the heartbreak of losing your teenage daughter to suicide. In this poignant episode of 'Mental Illness Happy Hour', host Paul Gilmartin sits down with Lisa Richards, a licensed clinical social worker and author of 'Dear Mallory: Letters to a Teenage Girl Who Killed Herself'. Lisa opens up about the tragic loss of her 18-year-old daughter, Mallory, and the emotional aftermath that followed.
This conversation dives deep into the complexities of grief and trauma, revealing how such profound loss can impact one's mental health. Lisa doesn't shy away from discussing the unique pain that comes with surviving a loved one's suicide, nor does she hold back on the importance of seeking support and finding effective coping mechanisms. She also touches on her own struggles with emotional incest and childhood trauma, shedding light on how these experiences have shaped her healing journey.
Throughout the episode, Lisa's story underscores the power of vulnerability and the need for open conversations about mental health and suicide. By sharing her journey, she hopes to break down the stigma and encourage others to seek help and support. This episode is a powerful reminder that even in our darkest moments, there is hope for healing and recovery.
Whether you're dealing with your own mental health challenges or supporting someone who is, Lisa's insights offer valuable lessons in resilience and compassion.