This episode is a dialogue about how hope and grief coexist. We can rise while still bearing the marks of loss. The scars we carry do not disqualify us from purpose joy or calling. Dr. Marilyn Pendelton joins us as she relates her work bridging education, health and grief recovery. Your Voice Heard is is dedicated to equipping leaders, schools and workforce members with tools to address grief related to trauma, loss and major life transitions.

Disenfranchised grief with our guest Brittany Squillace,

Brittany Squillace, MA, LMFT is a mental health therapist and founder of Best Self Therapy. Brittany’s mission through Best Self Therapy is to instill hope in grieving adults to change the way they view, talk about, and navigate grief. This allows them to live a better life as their best self. Through her specialty of grief and loss, Brittany guides clients in making meaning of their losses.

Brittany’s grief specialization also includes guiding clients in healing ambiguous/ living losses (such as the losses experienced through divorce, loss of identity, grieving a loved one who is still physically present but emotionally/mentally absent, loss of job, losses that may come with being a new parent, etc.). Brittany values creating a safe and welcoming space, allowing clients to discover how to continue living as their best selves while honoring your unique grief journey

Philip Gracia, President/CEO, Frogtown Tuned-In, Inc.

At WFNU-LP 94.1 FM Frogtown Radio, Philip is a community leader and a family man who has nurtured a feeling here at the station that everyone belongs. That we are an extended family of people interested in the health and welfare of our community. Leading an effort like running a radio station is no small task. Sharing the stories that make an impact.

Telling stories that educate and entertain is a tradition that developed out of our need to communicate and connect. Today’s topic is a personal tale and we’ll share perspectives as we explore how

“Something not said in the family isn’t always best for family members.”