A Trauma Survivor Thriver's Podcast

In the heartfelt season 6 finale of A Trauma Survivor Thriver's Podcast , host Lorilee Binstock is joined by her cousin and Authentic Insider Magazine Creative Director,  Cali Binstock for an unscripted and emotional conversation about the realities of recovery, setbacks, and healing. The two dive deep into the messy middle of mental health—those moments when progress feels like it's slipping away...

🎙️ Choose You First: Michelle Bishop on Shedding the Masks and Reclaiming Your Authentic Self In this empowering episode of A Trauma Survivor Thriver’s Podcast, host Lorilee Binstock sits down with Michelle Bishop, Master Life Coach and author of Choose You First, to explore the life-changing power of putting yourself first—without guilt, shame, or apology. Michelle shares how so many of us live b...

🎙️ Healing Education Through Trauma: Karen Gross on Mending Education and Supporting Students Post-Pandemic In this powerful episode of A Trauma Survivor Thriver’s Podcast, host Lorilee Binstock speaks with Karen Gross, a trauma-informed education expert, former college president, and author of Mending Education: Finding Hope, Creativity, and Mental Wellness in Times of Trauma. Karen shares how th...

In this powerful episode of A Trauma Survivor Thriver’s Podcast, host Lorilee Binstock speaks with Babs Walters , survivor and author of Facing the Jaguar: A Memoir of Courage and Confrontation . Babs shares her courageous journey of healing from childhood sexual abuse by her father—a trauma she kept secret for over 70 years. Raised by teenage parents who met in reform school, Babs faced a childho...

How do we help children navigate grief in a way that feels safe and healing? In this episode, Dr. Haley Arias, chiropractor and author of When I Can't See You, shares her deeply personal story of loss, the challenges of infertility, and the healing journey that led her to write a book for grieving children. She discusses the power of EMDR therapy, the importance of destigmatizing grief, and how st...

New to the podcast or just want a deeper look into my journey? In this solo episode, I share an honest, unfiltered reflection on my story—where I started, how it’s going, what I’m currently working on, and insights from my latest 5-MeO-DMT experience. This stream-of-consciousness session is a deep dive into my personal evolution, challenges, and breakthroughs. If you're interested in personal grow...

Growing Up in the Shadow of a Special Needs Sibling with Kathryn Selvidge In this episode of A Trauma Survivor Thriver’s Podcast, I sit down with Kathryn Selvidge, author of Khloe’s New Start , a heartfelt children’s book inspired by her experience growing up as the sibling of a mentally ill older brother. When a child has special needs, parents naturally devote much of their time and energy to th...

Unlocking Brain Restoration with Dr. David Stevens | A Trauma Survivor Thriver’s Podcast 🎙️🧠 Join Lorilee Binstock as she sits down with Dr. David Stevens, clinical psychologist and neuropsychologist , to explore how understanding the brain's glucose system can transform mental health. In this episode, Dr. Stevens breaks down how glucose levels directly impact anxiety, depression, impulsivity, an...

"Healing Through Intuition & Self-Love | Katie Beecher’s Journey" In this episode, Katie Beecher, a licensed professional counselor, renowned medical and spiritual intuitive and Author of Heal from Within: A Guidebook to Intuitive Wellness , shares her powerful journey of healing and self-discovery. Growing up with an alcoholic father and abusive mother, Katie developed an eating disorder as a...

In this episode with Dr. Jamie Huysman, Co-Founder of the STAR Network , we explore Neuro Parenting, an approach that acknowledges how complex trauma impacts a child’s developing brain and why traditional parenting methods may fall short. By re-parenting ourselves, we can create a safe and nurturing environment for our children. Dr. Jamie Huysman shares his insights on self-love, awareness, and th...

In this powerful episode of A Trauma Survivor Thriver’s Podcast, I sit down with Nia Renee, Narcissistic Abuse Coach and Founder of How to Love a Battered Woman LLC. 💜 Nia shares her harrowing journey of childhood abuse at the hands of her mother and siblings, how that trauma shaped her relationships, and the deep healing that led her to reclaim her personal power. We dive into: ✨ The lasting im...

In this episode, Rabbi Harry Rosenberg, co-founder of Trippy. VC , shares his journey from mastering the Torah to exploring the transformative potential of psychedelics. As an Orthodox rabbi who has ventured beyond traditional teachings, he discusses how psychedelics have deepened his spirituality. Rabbi Harry opens up about his belief in psychedelics as a tool for personal and collective healing,...

In this powerful episode of A Trauma Survivor Thriver's Podcast , author and trauma survivor Beverly Armento shares her journey of resilience, healing, and hope. Raised in a home that turned abusive after her mother’s psychological break, Beverly endured years of physical and emotional trauma while taking on the role of caretaker for her younger siblings. She opens up about her struggles with suic...

In this episode of  A Trauma Survivor Thriver Podcast, host Lorilee Binstock sits down with breathwork practitioner, author of Soul/Life Balance , and serial entrepreneur Sam Kabert to explore the transformative power of psychedelics, breathwork and its connection to healing and personal growth. Sam shares insights into how breathwork, alongside psychedelics, including 5MeoDMT, can aid in trauma r...

In this episode, Lorilee Binstock interviews John Ford, founder of Empathy Set and a mediator specializing in conflict resolution. They discuss the transformative power of empathy in relationships and its role in resolving conflicts. John shares insights from his Empathy Set tool, featuring cards with feelings and needs prompts, which foster emotional connection and understanding. He emphasizes th...

This week (11/21) on a Trauma Survivor Thriver’s Podcast, Cody Peterson, the author of The Shadow of a Figure of Light joins Lorilee Binstock and talks about the concept of the shadow and how it relates to addiction. Cody is a recovering alcoholic and drug addict who has been sober for over 11 years. He discusses how the shadow is the unconscious part of our personalities that contains repressed t...

This week’s guest on “A Trauma Survivor Thriver’s Podcast” is Dr. Layla Salek , Author of “ Chaos in Colors ,” who has synesthesia, a condition in which she sees people in color, which later inspired her book. Her book talks about her childhood raised by a single mother living with untreated bipolar disorder. Layla also struggled with social anxiety after having her daughter, which prompted her he...

Lorilee Binstock talks with Erin Williamson, Chief Programs & Strategy Officer from Love 146 , an organization that helps fight human trafficking. They discuss the legal definition of Human Trafficking and it's myths. Erin shares how her work at Love 146 influences how she parents her own children. She also shares tips on how to talk to your children about human trafficking and how to protect...

Catherine Duncan is an integrative spiritual consultant and Author of "Everyday Awakening: Five Practices for Living Fully, Feeling Deeply and Coming into Your Heart and Soul." She shares her journey of finding her authentic self and discusses the importance of living in the present moment and cultivating feelings of oneness and love. She also encourages listeners to practice gratitude and mindful...

Food has the power to nourish and sustain our bodies. But did you know it can be used to heal your soul and your body knows intuitively what specific food it needs?  Lorilee Binstock speaks with Lainie Sevante Wulkan, author of High Vibrational Wellness and many other best selling books and products , when we discuss Intuitive Food Therapy and how you can connect deeper and heal your body and mind...

In this week’s episode(Thursday, 10/17) of A Trauma Survivor Thriver’s Podcast, I had the honor of speaking with Scott Grace , Author of Mindful Masculinity, A Book for Men and the Women Who Love Them . We discuss the traditional norms of how society views masculinity and how damaging toxic masculinity is in today’s world. Scott shares his personal experience growing up following his energy and hi...

In this week’s episode, Lorilee Binstock interviews Tracey Yokas , Author of “Bloodlines: A Memoir of Harm and Healing.” Tracey talks about her journey as a parent of a child experiencing a mental health crisis and how it has impacted their family. She also discusses the challenges of dealing with eating disorders and the importance of self-care for parents. Tracey focuses on generational trauma a...

 In this episode of A Trauma Survivor Thriver's podcast, host Lorilee Binstock interviews Kathryn Walker, CEO of Revitalist Lifestyle and Wellness and author of " Inflamed:Theory. " Kathryn is a strong advocate for psychedelic medicine and recently earned a second master's degree in psychiatric nursing. Her book, "Inflamed Theory", examines the link between inflammation and mental health. She disc...

I speak with Dr. Jamie Huysman, the founder of the Toxic Abusive Relationship (TAR) Network and soon to be the Star Network Foundation. We discuss toxic relationships and how to recognize red flags, set boundaries, and take care of oneself. He discusses the foundation’s new “Star Survivors of Toxic Relationships” initiative and how content creators can become socially responsible by providing trig...

In the first episode of season 6 of "A Trauma Survivor Thriver's Podcast," host Lorilee Binstock welcomes Melissa Kilbride, a Certified Sex Therapist, to discuss the importance of early sexual health education and consent. Melissa shares her eclectic therapeutic approach, which includes cognitive behavioral interventions and mindfulness, and talks about her work with anxious children. They discuss...