Blessing the Human Family: Iuri Melo on Hope and Healing Through Social Work

In this episode of the Goddesses of Social Work Podcast, I sit down with Iuri Melo, LCSW, therapist, father of five, author, and co-founder of SchoolPulse, a nationwide support service reaching over 300 schools in 25+ states.

Born out of heartbreak after a wave of teen suicides in his community, SchoolPulse now delivers weekly encouragement, growth-mindset tools, and mental health resources directly to students, parents, and educators. Together, Iuri and I explore:

✨ The story behind SchoolPulse and how it offers hope through consistent care ✨ What it means to “bless the human family” in divided times ✨ How parenthood, authorship, and Adventure Based Therapy have shaped his mission ✨ The real-world impact of showing up with kindness, psychology, and presence

Iuri’s journey is a powerful ...