Episode Details

In this episode, host Lauren Burns interviews Melissa Armstrong, a trauma-informed functional medicine coach, to discuss her tumultuous childhood, the journey of healing, and the calling that led her to help others. Melissa recounts her experiences with a traumatic upbringing, including drug-addicted parents, physical abuse, and the loss of her brother. She shares how divine intervention and meditation led her to become a Christian in 2015 and eventually inspired her to pursue a career in holistic and functional medicine. Melissa's practice focuses on helping women overcome personal and intergenerational trauma through a holistic, root-cause approach. The episode emphasizes the importance of seeking help, reaching out for support, and the ever-present possibility of healing. 00:00 Understanding Trauma: Big T and Little T 01:23 Introducing Melissa Armstrong: A Journey of Faith and Healing 02:40 Melissa's Chaotic Childhood and Family Struggles 07:15 The Turning Point: Finding Faith and Healing 17:57 Reconciliation and Forgiveness: Healing Family Wounds 25:16 Melissa's Career Shift: From RN to Holistic Health Coach 26:15 Holistic Medicine Explained: A Comprehensive Approach 32:36 Final Thoughts and Encouragement Contact Melissa: www.holistichealthbymelissa.com https://www.instagram.com/holistichealthbymelissa/ https://www.facebook.com/holistichealthbymelissa/ Contant Lauren: Website laurenburns.net Instagram https://www.instagram.com/lburnspt/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/laurenBredeemed/ YouTube @laurenburnsredeemed Disclaimer: The purpose of the Redeemed Podcast is to share the love of Jesus. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed on behalf of guest do not necessarily represent the thoughts of the host. This podcast does not constitute services or medical advise. Pease pray and thoroughly research options for medical needs. Listeners and viewers consume this content on a voluntary basis and assume all responsibility for resulting consequence and impact.