Grieving a Parent Who Wasn’t Really There: How to Mourn the Relationship You Never Got

Grieving a Parent Who Wasn’t Really There: How to Mourn the Relationship You Never Got

Episode #116 of the Calling Home Podcast with Whitney Goodman, LMFT

In this solo episode, Whitney Goodman explores the complex grief that comes with mourning a parent who wasn't emotionally or physically present. Whether the parent is still alive but unwilling to change or has passed away, Whitney explores the confusing emotions that can arise and provides practical guidance on navigating both forms of loss.

About the Host

Whitney Goodman is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and the founder of Calling Home, a membership community that helps people navigate complex family dynamics and break harmful cycles.

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