

Compassionate Navigation, LLC
Malynnda Stewart, PhD, BCPA, is a board-certified patient advocate and CEO of Compassionate Navigation, LLC. With a PhD in health communication, she believes communication is a form of preventive medicine, reducing confusion, improving outcomes, and fostering trust between patients and providers. Malynnda specializes in patient advocacy, helping patients, caregivers, and advocates navigate complex medical conversations with clarity and confidence. Whether facing a diagnosis, exploring treatment options, or advocating for quality care, she equips individuals with tools to communicate effectively and make informed decisions. As a health communication educator, she applies trauma-informed communication and motivational interviewing techniques to help clients approach difficult discussions with courage and compassion. She holds certificates in trauma-informed care, motivational interviewing, and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) for LGBTQIA populations to support individuals facing minority stress.
Business Information
Malynnda Stewart
1460 Lesperance Court
Essexville, Michigan 48732, United States
Hours of Operation
You Deserve Support, Too: Coaching for Caregivers
Duration:
60 Minutes
Price:
$100.00
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Duration:
4 Sessions
Price:
$300.00
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Conditions Addressed
Offering
This is a service created specifically for caregivers—to offer space for reflection, planning, and support. Whether you are a professional caregiver or caring for someone you love, the demands can be overwhelming. As an advocate and communication coach, I understand the emotional toll and the systemic barriers caregivers often face. These sessions are designed to support you—your needs, your voice, and your ability to continue showing up with compassion.
What to Expect:
In each 60-minute session, we will:
- Brainstorm ways you can best support your loved one or patient.
- Discuss (guilt-free) frustrations and concerns, including healthcare system barriers or difficult conversations you are unable to have right now.
- Create a plan of action and reflect on steps previously taken.
No matter how we use our time together, the focus will always be on making sure you feel supported and heard. You are not alone.
Benefits of Caregiver Support Sessions:
- Space to ask questions without judgment.
- A safe environment to process emotions and challenges.
- A guided path forward with concrete tools and validation.
Caregiving is a taxing and sometimes isolating role, but you do not have to carry the weight alone. These sessions are here to help lighten the load.
Engagement Method
In-Person
Virtual
Additional Information
• Consultation Offered - You may contact me to schedule a 30-minute complimentary consultation to help you clarify your goals, identify focus areas, and determine whether I can meet your needs.
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