In this moving episode, Christal Pennic, LPC-MHSP—licensed therapist, grief advocate, and host of The GRIP Spot—shares her journey of surviving sibling loss and transforming pain into purpose. Christal founded The GRIP Spot (Grieve In Peace) to give voice to the often unspoken stories of grief and to remind us that healing is possible, even when life feels broken into pieces. Through her counseling work at The Grief Center in Nashville and her podcast, Christal creates a space where authenticity, vulnerability, and compassion lead the way. Listeners will be inspired by her honesty, her mission, and her dedication to helping others navigate the universal experience of loss.

Learn more about Christal and her work:

• Website: thegripspot.com
• YouTube: The GRIP Spot

About Christal:
With a Master of Arts in Mental Health Counseling and a Bachelor’s in Psychology, Christal’s approach to mental health combines academic rigor with the personal insight gained from her own experience of sibling loss. As the owner of The Grief Center and a former Mental Health Practitioner with the Tennessee Department of Children’s Services and Metro Nashville Police Department, she has extensive experience in community counseling, crisis debriefings, employee trauma/grief education, and youth development. Christal is trained in Brainspotting, facilitating deeper healing for individuals coping with trauma, and she extends this transformative work into workshops for organizations. Her passion for mental wellness is also expressed through The GRIP Spot podcast, which offers a safe space for surviving siblings and grievers to find solace and community. Credentials:

• LPC-MHSP – Licensed Professional Counselor – Mental Health Service Provider
• Education – M.A. in Mental Health Counseling, B.A. in Psychology
• Specialization – Grief counseling, trauma therapy, and post-traumatic growth
• Experience – Owner of The Grief Center; former practitioner at TN Dept. of Children’s Services and Metro Nashville Police Department

We are honored to welcome Christal Pennic and The GRIP Spot to the Mental Health News Radio Network.

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