Healing After Seperation from an Abusive Relationship with Melissa and Ivana Care

Episode Summary:

In this deeply insightful and empowering conversation, trauma-informed coach and healer Ivana Care joins Melissa to share her personal journey of navigating life after toxic relationships and breakups. Ivana opens up about the turning point that led her to choose herself, stepping away from a relationship that no longer served her — and into a life of healing, growth, and purpose.

Together, they explore how unprocessed childhood wounds and attachment patterns can shape adult relationships, the role of emotional suppression (especially anger), and the journey back to self-trust and inner safety.

Whether you're recovering from a breakup, seeking to understand relationship dynamics, or supporting clients through similar experiences — this episode is a must-listen.

About Ivana:

After facing a life-changing decision to leave a relationship that no longer aligned with her truth, Ivana chose healing over comfort. Now, as a certified Root-Cause Therapy Practitioner and Trauma-Informed Manifestation Coach, she supports women in finding themselves again after separation. Through her blend of lived experience and trauma-informed techniques, Ivana helps clients reconnect with their worth, rebuild trust, and create empowered relationships — starting with the one they have with themselves.

Key Takeaways:

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  Ivana shares her personal healing journey and how it led her to support other women after breakups.

  
  


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  The inability to feel or express anger often fuels people-pleasing and self-abandonment in relationships.

  
  


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  Healing childhood wounds and insecure attachment is key to cultivating healthy, fulfilling relationships.

  
  


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  How to identify red flags, break toxic cycles, and build the self-worth needed to walk away.

  
  


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  Guidance for women navigating post-breakup grief, confusion, and identity loss — with an emphasis on rebuilding self-trust.

  
  


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  The importance of receiving support through coaching, therapy, or community during the healing process.

  
  

Free Resource from Ivana:

Ivana is offering a free guide:
“5 Steps to Bounce Back After a Breakup” – a supportive roadmap to help women regain confidence, reconnect with their inner strength, and move forward with clarity.

She’s also working on a powerful new email series:
“7 Love Letters” – messages designed to speak directly to common post-breakup wounds and nurture the healing journey.

Download the free guide and stay tuned for her upcoming series at 👉 IvanaCare.com

🔗 Connect with Ivana:

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  Website: https://ivanacare.com

  
  


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  Instagram: @ivana_carecoach

  
  


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  Facebook: Ivana Care Coach