“Writing a book and laying bare my feelings and actions, good and bad, was not easy, but so worth it. Along with the raw journey of not only processing my childhood wounds, I was able to share my struggles as a young woman dealing with a violent ex-boyfriend, racism within my family and community, motherhood, addiction, and infidelity to those who may find comfort and familiarity in my words.” Melissa McDaniel, author of Loved Just As I Am

In only a few months, I will celebrate the third anniversary of releasing my book, Loved Just As I Am. Some days, it feels like this milestone of publishing my first book was 100 years ago, and sometimes it still feels like yesterday.

What hasn’t changed in three years is the incredible pride I feel for writing and publishing a book. Writing a book, especially about past traumas and events, is not for the faint of heart!

Within the pages of my book, I share my personal story of resilience and growth. From childhood wounds to struggles with relationships and addiction, this memoir offers a robust roadmap to healing and embracing your true worth. 

This book has had many victories (it landed the coveted #1 in New Releases spot on Amazon!), as well as many struggles and hurtful moments.

And I wouldn’t change a thing.

The trials, tribulations, and triumphs are all worth it if they can bring comfort and clarity to even just one person.

Own your story. You never know who it may help or what you could learn.  

Loved Just As I Am by Melissa McDaniel, M.Ed., LCMHC, NCC, shares a thirty-year journey of learning and healing from pain and shame, letting go of judgment and control, and never losing sight of the knowledge God loves unconditionally. McDaniel now uses her complete understanding of compassion and abuse to help others cope and heal.

This book is available on Amazon, Kindle, and my business website.