Randy L Boyd
Randy L Boyd
"Please, Write Back" with Melissa Cavanaugh
"Please, Write Back" with Melissa Cavanaugh
"Please, Write Back" with Melissa Cavanaugh
Monday 27th December 2021
Melissa Cavanaugh shares her journey from loss to therapy, offering hope and practical advice on 'Healing Courageously'.
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Get the buttons here!Melissa Cavanaugh: Turning Loss into a Healing Journey
You're not alone and just to keep pushing, because healing is on its way.
Imagine losing a loved one to addiction and finding the strength to turn that pain into a path of healing for others. In this heartfelt episode of 'Healing Courageously', host Randy L. Boyd sits down with Melissa Cavanaugh, a therapist who has done just that. Melissa's journey began with the devastating loss of her mother to addiction, a tragedy that inspired her to pursue a career in counseling.
With a Masters Degree in Counselor Education, Melissa has dedicated her life to helping both children and adults navigate their own struggles through tailored therapeutic approaches. Her unique blend of direct and non-direct play therapy for kids, along with meaningful therapeutic relationships for adults, sets her apart in the field. During the episode, Melissa shares insights from her first children's book, 'Please, Write Back', which delves into her personal story and aims to help families start difficult conversations about addiction.
She emphasizes the importance of making children understand that their parents' struggles are not their fault and discusses methods to break the cycle of trauma and abuse. This episode is a beacon of hope for anyone affected by addiction, offering practical advice and a reminder that healing is always within reach.