In Episode 091, Michelle Croyle talks about mental health for women

My guest today is Michelle Croyle, a licensed trauma counselor and the creator of the “Mental Health for Christian Women” podcast.

Michelle shares her journey of overcoming personal challenges, discovering her purpose, and following her calling to help Christian women heal from trauma and embrace renewed lives filled with grace and abundance.

Through her counseling practice and podcast, Michelle empowers women to break free from anxiety and rediscover their voices.

I enjoyed the powerful insights Michelle Croyle shared with us today. Her journey highlights how challenges—like overcoming trauma and anxiety—can become a springboard for purpose-driven living.

One of her key messages was that healing and growth are possible at any age when we take personal responsibility and lean into faith. Michelle emphasized the importance of recognizing the difference between condemnation and correction, offering ourselves grace, and embracing the healing that’s already available to us.

She also encouraged listeners not to settle for an unfulfilling life, but rather to pursue the path God designed for them. Trusting every step along the way—whether it seems small or insignificant—can build toward a greater purpose.

For those over 50 searching for meaningful ways to move forward, Michelle advised starting with the things that bring them joy, exploring activities they love, and taking action without fear of small beginnings.

Through her counseling practice, Abundant Freedom Counseling, and her podcast, “Mental Health for Christian Women,” Michelle has shown how faith, community, and the right tools can help individuals reclaim their voices, overcome anxiety, and live abundantly.

If Michelle’s story has resonated with you, I encourage you to visit her websites at mentalhealthforchristianwomen.com or abundantfreedomcounseling.com to learn more about her work and access her resources.

And remember—it’s never too late to start something new, pursue your passions, and live with intention.

That’s all I have for this week’s show. If you’d like help in identifying a purpose for your life or to get help planning your next steps, I’m offering a complimentary brainstorming session to members of the Forward From 50 Facebook community. For details, connect with me on Facebook or visit www.forwardfrom50.com.

I’ll have another inspirational interview on the next episode of the Forward From 50 podcast. Thanks for listening. If you like this show, please consider leaving a review wherever you download the episodes.