Recovered Life Guest
Kennedy
McGurkin
Kennedy is a compassionate therapist who creates a warm, authentic space for women facing life transitions, trauma, grief, and emotional overwhelm. She draws from multiple therapeutic approaches to meet each client’s unique needs, helping them feel seen, supported, and empowered to heal and reconnect with their strengths.
Featured Episodes
Could My Teen Have An Addiction Problem?
Damon Frank talks with mental health therapist Kennedy McGurkin to explore teen addiction, its increasing prevalence, and the shift toward more lethal substances like fentanyl. They delve into recognizing signs and symptoms, the importance of early intervention, and strategies for harm reduction and open communication, offering invaluable insights for parents and guardians navigating these challenging issues.
Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) and Addiction Recovery with Guest Kennedy McGurkin
In this episode of The Recovered Life Show, host Damon Frank welcomes back therapist Kennedy McGurkin from Returning to Self in Boise, Idaho, for a deep dive into borderline personality disorder (BPD) and its connection to addiction recovery. Kennedy shares valuable insights on how BPD affects emotions, relationships, and self-perception, as well as why it is often misunderstood and misdiagnosed. She highlights the fear of abandonment as a driving force behind many behaviors associated with BPD and explains why individuals with BPD may struggle with addiction as a means of self-medication.
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Licensed Masters Social Worker, LMSW
Trauma Therapy
Available online only.