What if your deepest wounds could become the very place where God shows up most powerfully? In this honest and hope-filled episode, Dr. Greg Bottaro sits down with CatholicPsych mentor Beth Carrell to explore her incredible journey from teenage motherhood and marital betrayal to healing, restoration, and mission. As Beth shares her personal story—including the heartbreaking loss of her son to suicide—she offers a profound witness to how God’s mercy meets us in our darkest places and draws us into deeper union with His Sacred Heart. This conversation is raw, real, and a powerful reminder that no story is beyond redemption.

 

Key Topics:

• Beth Carrell’s journey from teen motherhood to Catholic conversion

• The healing power of the Sacred Heart in the face of deep suffering

• Rebuilding a marriage after betrayal and civil divorce

• The unique grief and hope following the loss of a child to suicide

• Why authentic healing requires both faith and psychological formation

 

Learn More:

• Summit of Integration (June 20–22, 2025): Join us in New Jersey—or virtually—for three powerful days of teaching, music, and community grounded in the Catholic understanding of what it means to be fully human. Learn more and reserve your ticket.

• Grieving a loss to suicide? Red Bird Ministries offers Christ-centered accompaniment for bereaved families.

• Mentorship with Beth: If you’re navigating a complex family structure or step-parenting dynamic, reach out to Beth Carroll here.

• Need help? Schedule a free CatholicPsych consultation

• Want to help? Learn more about our Certification in Professional Accompaniment

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