Paul Gilmartin
Paul Gilmartin
#314 - Working With Sexually Violent Predators: Renee G-M
#314 - Working With Sexually Violent Predators: Renee G-M
#314 - Working With Sexually Violent Predators: Renee G-M
Friday 20th January 2017
Renee G-M talks about working with sexually violent predators, anxiety, and childhood trauma on 'Mental Illness Happy Hour'.
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Get the buttons here!Renee G-M: Confronting Trauma and Anxiety in the Face of Darkness
I learned that my father had molested my brother and it started to make sense to me, because my brother has a lot of issues and still does.
Imagine having a job that constantly pushes you to the brink of your emotional limits. That's the reality for Renee G-M, a 40-year-old public administrator who shares her gripping story on this episode of 'Mental Illness Happy Hour'. Host Paul Gilmartin sits down with Renee to discuss her harrowing experiences working with sexually violent predators, a role that led her to face anxiety, panic attacks, and emotional breakdowns. But that's just the tip of the iceberg.
Renee opens up about her tumultuous childhood, revealing a past marred by domestic violence and the heart-wrenching discovery that her father molested her brother. This revelation helped her understand the deep-seated issues her brother faces to this day. Growing up in such chaos, Renee coped by becoming a 'rescuer', a role that followed her into adulthood and her challenging career.
Throughout the conversation, Renee delves into the complexities of forgiveness and trust, emphasizing how crucial it is to seek therapy and build strong support networks. She candidly discusses her struggles with anxiety and panic attacks, offering insights into how she manages these overwhelming feelings. Her journey is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the importance of mental health care. Renee also touches on her experiences in abusive relationships and the complicated dynamics within her family.
Her story is both heartbreaking and inspiring, shedding light on the profound impact of childhood trauma on mental health. If you're looking for an episode that combines raw honesty with compassionate storytelling, this one is not to be missed.