87. Restored by Faith | Unimaginable Loss and Finding Hope | TAC-P Gold Star Wife Alyssa Gavulic Howk

In this powerful episode, hosts Todd and Jon sit down with Dr. Alyssa Gavulic Howk—Gold Star widow, grieving mother, seasoned psychotherapist, and Director of the Omnia Trauma Healing Institute. Alyssa holds a PhD in Counseling Education and Supervision from Liberty University and is both a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Drawing from her extensive research on trauma and resilience, Alyssa candidly reflects on the staggering losses she has endured—losing her Special Forces husband in a training accident, her two-year-old daughter to a drowning, and two brothers to violence and suicide, all within a two-and-a-half-year span.

 

Despite facing wave after wave of grief, Alyssa’s unwavering faith led her to discover hope and joy in the most devastating circumstances. She combines the keen insights of a scholar-practitioner with a raw, transparent authenticity that resonates deeply with anyone struggling to find purpose in their pain. You’ll hear how she learned to cling to God’s sustaining power amid heartbreak, as well as practical wisdom for forging ahead in the face of tragedy.

 

Join us for an unforgettable conversation that will challenge, encourage, and inspire you to keep believing in restoration, even when life seems impossibly hard. If you’re searching for a deeper faith and renewed perspective, Alyssa’s story will show you how hope can prevail—no matter the darkness.