What do you do when the life you’re living looks nothing like the life you thought you’d have? In Episode 3 of Disrupted for Design, we’re having a vulnerable, honest, and faith-filled conversation about grief, unmet expectations, healing, and learning to make room for a story we never planned. Because sometimes grief isn’t just about losing a loved one. It’s grieving the relationship, the dream, the timeline, the opportunity, or even the version of yourself you thought you’d become. We’re joined by our special guest, Nicole Mascarenhas, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and founder of Blossom Psychotherapy and Services, as we explore the different ways grief shows up in our lives and how faith, emotional awareness, and intentional healing can help us navigate those seasons. Through her work, including her faith-centered Grieving Gracefully program, Nicole helps individuals honor their loss while learning how to continue living without guilt or pressure to simply move on. This conversation is filled with tears, truth, encouragement, and those beautiful “Ah-ha, God… I see what You were doing” moments. Sometimes, healing begins when we finally give ourselves permission to grieve. And sometimes, the very disruptions we didn’t understand become part of the design God is revealing. CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST Nicole Mascarenhas, LMFTFounder, Blossom Psychotherapy and Services Website: https://www.blossom-psychotherapy.com Instagram : @nicolethelmft Explore Nicole’s therapy, coaching, speaking services, and upcoming grief support opportunities through her website. STAY CONNECTED WITH US Instagram: @disrupted.for.design Follow Disrupted for Design on Spotify and Apple Podcasts for more conversations about faith, healing, purpose, and navigating life’s unexpected disruptions. A NOTE TO OUR LISTENERS 💛 This episode explores grief, loss, unmet expectations, and emotional healing, with a brief discussion of postpartum depression. Some topics may be sensitive, so we encourage you to listen with care. Disclaimer: The conversations shared on Disrupted for Design, including insights from our licensed mental health professional guest, are intended for educational, informational, and faith-based encouragement purposes. They do not constitute individualized therapy, diagnosis, or medical treatment. We believe faith and professional mental health support can work hand in hand. If you or someone you love needs additional support, the following confidential U.S. resources are available: 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988, available 24/7. National Maternal Mental Health Hotline: Call or text 1-833-852-6262 (1-833-TLC-MAMA), available 24/7 for pregnancy and postpartum mental health support. If someone is in immediate danger, call 911.You don’t have to navigate difficult seasons alone. 🤎
