Restored in Grace, I sit down with my dad for a deeply personal conversation about faith, fatherhood, family, and what it means to walk beside someone through some of the hardest moments of their life. We talk about his perspective as my father, the things he witnessed throughout my experience with domestic violence, and the role faith has played in my healing and restoration.

This episode is a reminder that restoration doesn’t always happen alone—sometimes God places people beside us to love us, cover us, and remind us who we are when we’ve forgotten. 🤍

Content Note: This episode includes discussions of domestic violence and trauma that may be sensitive or triggering for some listeners.

In this deeply personal episode, I’m sharing my story of domestic violence—from the red flags and control to the moment love turned into survival.

This story isn’t shared for sympathy, but to remind someone listening that you are not alone, healing is possible, and there is life after abuse. 🤍

⚠️ Content Warning: Domestic violence, physical assault, strangulation, and trauma.

Need support?
National Domestic Violence Hotline
📞 1-800-799-SAFE (7233)
📱 Text START to 88788

If you are in immediate danger, call 911.

Episode 2: Healing Starts Here | Featuring Dr. Danielle Barcelo

Healing doesn’t begin the moment you leave—it begins the moment you realize you deserve more.

In this episode of Restored in Grace, I sit down with my cousin, Dr. Danielle Barcelo, PhD, LMFT, to discuss the realities of abuse, trauma, and healing. We talk about why leaving isn’t always easy, how trauma affects the mind and body, the importance of healthy boundaries, and what it truly means to heal.

My prayer is that this conversation reminds you that you are not alone and that healing is possible.

Guest Information

🩵 Dr. Danielle Barcelo, PhD, LMFT

Owner, Family First Counseling

📞 970-587-3846

📧 [email protected]

🌐 familyfirst.llc

Resources

❤️ National Domestic Violence Hotline

📞 800-799-7233

💬 Text START to 88788

🌐 thehotline.org

🌹 Rose Andom Center (Denver)

📞 720-337-4400

🌐 roseandomcenter.org

If you’re in immediate danger, call 911.

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Welcome to Restored in Grace. In this first episode, I’m sharing the story behind the podcast and inviting you to join me on a journey of faith, healing, and restoration. 🤍