I’ve been there too

Treavor Hawkins
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“I’ve Been There Too” is dedicated to creating a safe and supportive space for individuals navigating the complexities of mental health. Through honest conversations and sharing my personal journey of battling depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, and surviving two suicide attempts, this podcast seeks to provide hope, understanding, and practical insights. By fostering connection and exploring the intersection of personal growth and spirituality, we aim to inspire courage, resilience, and healing. Together, we strive to break the stigma around mental health, empower others to find strength in their struggles, and remind them that they are never truly alone.

  1. 06/09/2025

    Episode 15: Brave Enough to Speak: A 10-Year-Old's Journey Through Big Feelings

    What does it feel like to be 10 years old and struggling with pain so big it feels impossible to carry? In this deeply personal episode, Treavor sits down with his daughter, Cozette, for a tender and age-appropriate conversation about her journey through anxiety, self-harm, and thoughts of not wanting to be here. With honesty, vulnerability, and courage beyond her years, Cozette opens up about what helped her start healing, what she wishes other kids knew, and how parents can better support children walking through emotional pain. This episode is not graphic, but it is real. It's a conversation filled with love, growth, and hope - for kids who feel alone, and for the parents doing their best to show up.  Tune in for a brave story about big feelings, safe spaces, and the healing power of being heard.   Support for Kids and Teens Your Life Your Voice (Boys Town)  Call 1-800-448-3000 or text VOICE to 20121 yourlifeyourvoice.org A hotline specifically for kids, teens, and young adults who are feeling overwhelmed, anxious, sad, or unsafe. The Trevor Project (LGBTQ+ Youth Support) Call 1-866-488-7386 or text START to 678678 thetrevorproject.org Crisis support and counseling for LGBTQ+ youth, available 24/7. ⸻ Resources for Parents Child Mind Institute childmind.org Resources and articles on childhood mental health, including how to talk to kids about self-harm, depression, and anxiety. The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) HelpLine: 1-800-950-NAMI (6264) nami.org Resources for families navigating mental health challenges. Offers guidance, education, and community support groups. ⸻ For Understanding Self-Harm in Children Self-Injury Outreach & Support sioutreach.org Educational tools for understanding and supporting those who struggle with self-harm, especially among adolescents.

    30 min

  2. 05/23/2025

    Episode 14: From Shame to Safety: Creating Emotional Security in Marriage

    In this episode, Treavor and Cassidy dive deep into the emotional roots of shame, how it shows up in relationships, and how they've worked together to build a marriage where honest, vulnerability, and healing are safe. They discuss their individual experiences with shame - how it impacted their trust, intimacy, and communication - and the daily work it takes to create a relationship where neither partner has to hide.

    56 min

  3. 04/25/2025

    Episode 13: Parenting Through Pain - Raising Kids While Healing Ourselves

    In this episode, Cassidy and I open up about the raw, unfiltered reality of parenting while navigating our own healing journeys. From dealing with childhood trauma to supporting kids who are struggling emotionally, we share the lessons, the missteps, and the breakthroughs we’ve had as individuals and as a couple. This conversation is about showing up imperfectly—but with love, accountability, and an unshakable commitment to doing better than what we were shown growing up.   If you’re a parent who feels like you’re learning how to raise your kids and yourself at the same time—this one’s for you.

    1h 8m

  4. 04/18/2025

    Episode 12: When Masculinity Meets Vulnerability

    Men have been taught for generations to bury pain, to “man up,” to pretend. But what happens when that silence becomes a death sentence? In this deeply personal and unfiltered episode, I walk through my journey from emotional isolation to healing — and why choosing vulnerability over silence didn’t just change my life, it saved it. If you’re tired of carrying it all alone… if you’re ready to rewrite what strength really looks like… this is your invitation to heal out loud.

    28 min

  5. 04/11/2025

    Episode 11: Breaking the Stigma - What Mental Health Really Looks Like for Fathers and Veterans

    In this deeply personal episode, I open up about the silent battles so many of us fight behind closed doors, especially as fathers, veterans, and men who've been told to "just thought it out". I talk about the weight of wearing the mask, the pressure to be everything to everyone, and the moment I finally broke the silence and chose healing over hiding.  Whether you're a dad trying to stay strong for your kids, a service member / Veteran navigating life, or someone quietly wrestling with depression or anxiety - this one is for you. I share my journey through darkness, guilt, and growth, and offer a raw reminder that strength isn't in silence - it's in honesty, vulnerability, and the courage to keep showing up. You are not alone in this fight.

    39 min

  6. 03/29/2025

    Episode 10: Strength in the Struggle - Prioritizing Your Physical Health

    In the 10th episode, Cassidy and I sit down for an honest, vulnerable conversation about how hard it can be to care for your body when your mind feels heavy. We dive into what it looks like to start making your physical health a priority when you're battling anxiety, depression, self-doubt, or feeling unworthy of love. Together, we share actual, practical steps from our journey and remind you that your worth isn't tied to how productive you are or how "put together" you seem. You are worthy of love, healing, and strength simply because you exist. This episode is about finding hope, taking small steps, and learning to believe that you deserve to feel good in your body and mind.

    1h 2m

  7. 03/21/2025

    Episode 9: I've Been There Too with Cassidy Dascomb

    In this episode, I sit down with my wife, Cassidy for an honest and powerful conversation about her story. She opens up about losing her mom to cancer at a young age, navigating an unhealthy and abusive first marriage, and the impact those experiences had on her life. We also discuss the tools and practices that helped her heal, grow, and rebuild. This is a real look at resilience, pain, and personal transformation.

    1h 24m

  8. 03/14/2025

    Episode 8: I've Been There Too with Gabe Davis

    In this episode, I sit down with my great friend Gabe Davis as he opens up about his journey through some incredibly challenging seasons of life. Gabe shares the raw truth about his mental health struggles while navigating a toxic relationship, and how those battles followed him even into deployment. Together, we dive deep into the emotional toll, the coping mechanisms he developed while overseas, and how he's learned to process pain, grow stronger, and keep pushing forward. This conversation is real, honest, and a reminder that healing is possible even in the darkest places. I was truly honored to have Gabe join me for this conversation.

    1h 33m
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“I’ve Been There Too” is dedicated to creating a safe and supportive space for individuals navigating the complexities of mental health. Through honest conversations and sharing my personal journey of battling depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, and surviving two suicide attempts, this podcast seeks to provide hope, understanding, and practical insights. By fostering connection and exploring the intersection of personal growth and spirituality, we aim to inspire courage, resilience, and healing. Together, we strive to break the stigma around mental health, empower others to find strength in their struggles, and remind them that they are never truly alone.

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  • Creator
    Treavor Hawkins
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  • Episodes
    15
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