Therapy, Without the Couch

I speak to one of our resident eating disorder experts about my own journey with faulty beliefs and disordered eating and exercise habits. I want listeners to see that it's one thing to know facts and have studied, and quite another to implement and practice what we preach. I am on my own journey, alongside all of you. We discuss body image, social media, and setting clear goals for yourself. Kris...

Dr Curtis explains to us all what a doula is and how they can guide the birth process. She elaborates on the impact of stress, trauma, and expectations on the delivery process. We explore the mind-body connection and debunk certain beliefs around childbirth. H.E. Dr. Toni Curtis, CD(DONA), LCCE, CLC, CVD(TVL), CHW, SpBCPE, SpBAP, GPBA is a highly awarded maternal health advocate, author, educator,...

Simi and I discuss her own trauma narrative and the importance of language and storytelling to shape her view of herself after this experience. We explore her desire to guide others to find their true stories, and share in a forum of authenticity and connection. Simi Krishnan is an author, storyteller, strategist, speaker, and community advocate whose work sits at the intersection of data, creativ...

I chat with Kimberly about parenting, coaching, coping, relationships, growth & more! How do you speak to yourself, your partner, your kids...? Kimberly Spencer is a high-performance business coach & visibility strategist, international TEDx speaker, the founder of Crown Yourself® and CEO of Communication Queens, and #1 bestselling author the 4X award-winning book, “Make Every Podcast Want...

We discuss burnout, lifestyle changes toward health and wellness, and what one is willing to sacrifice to achieve one's goals. We also explore alternative, complementary, and unique treatment avenues - and a website she has developed to "match make" providers with patients. Alenka has spent almost 15 years in the corporate world as an overachiever. Eventually it caught up with her and she burnt ou...

Terry and I discuss coping with life's hurdles, maintaining a level attitude through core values, and why it's normal for men to have feelings too! Terry Tucker is an author, speaker, and podcast guest on the topics of motivation, mindset, and self-development. He has a business administration degree from The Citadel (where he played NCAA Division I college basketball) and a master’s degree from B...

I sit down with author and relationship coach Monica Tanner as we discuss the overlap and divergence in our approaches to teaching couples better communication and connection skills. -------- Monica Tanner, Relational Life Therapy Certified, Relationship Coach and host of the Secrets of Happily Ever After podcast, transforms marriages with simple communication, connection, conflict resolution and...

In this episode, I have a conversation with attorney Mark Astor, a nationally recognized behavioral health law attorney with over 30 years of courtroom experience, specializing in criminal law, trial strategy, and behavioral health issues. He frequently appears as a legal analyst on various news outlets, providing insights on criminal justice, behavioral health law, and public safety matters. He i...

I interview guest Pavini Moray, a somatic coach and Relational Life Therapy (RLT) practitioner with a PhD in Somatic Psychology. We discuss relationships, communication skills, gender differences, how to access emotions (verbally and physically), coping mechanisms, the value of rituals in our spiritual and emotional life, and the practice of RLT, in which traumatic issues are processed in therapy...

Let's discuss the benefit and the place for boundaries, by defining the circles of trust among circles of friends. We will elaborate on the levels of comfort with people in our social circles, clarifying how and when to open up, and what determines access to your inner circle!

Here I break down: what affects attraction in relationships, why we're attracted to certain people, how to balance your wants and needs in a partnership, what issues of yours may be affecting your success, where to look for future mates, and what are your goals for dating around? Lots and lots of thoughts, tips and information.

I sit down with Toni Will, sports executive, author, speaker, and leadership coach. She currently serves as the General Manager and Governor of the Kalamazoo Wings, making her one of a small number of women leading a men’s professional hockey franchise. Toni is the founder of a growing coaching and speaking practice. She hosts the Women In… podcast, is the author of Rebellious Success , a forthcom...

Are you afraid you're a bad mom? Every mom asks this question at some point. Let's explore the common fears and worries, to normalize this experience. You are not alone! You are probably not a bad mom. It is likely due to companies selling products, influencers seeking followers, and shifts in the mom landscape that have you doubting yourself.

I explore the notion of the shadow self, made famous by Jung but known across many cultures. We talk about balancing dark and light, and accepting that all humans have urges and desires that may not be socially front and center, but should be acknowledged and felt. Repressing or denying those aspects of oneself almost always lead to worse outcomes.

Here I discuss the WHO, WHAT, WHEN, WHERE, HOW, AND WHY of healthy lifestyle change. Backed by research and witnessed in my clinical practice, I provide guidance to understand why you have struggled with quitting smoking or getting to the gym - and the tips to make better choices for your health in the future. #healthyliving #healthbehaviorchange #stagesof change #quitsmoking

I sit down with OB/GYN Dr Ingrid Paredes to discuss so many factors affecting my women patients - fertility, hormones, mood, PCOS, PPD, perimenopause and more! We discuss how mental health interacts with so many of the gynecologic aspects of womanhood. Are antidepressants okay during pregnancy? When should you seek postpartum help? Listen in. Follow her for more info @dr_ingrid_paredes at femcare...

Psychiatrist Dr Pati Guiribitey joins me to discuss trends in psychiatry and mental health - ADHD, Xanax, Antidepressants - the need for collaboration and therapy alongside medications - dispelling myths and false assumptions about psychiatric care. Find more info on IG @dynamic.psychiatry and @patiguiribitey

I sit down with 3 colleagues to discuss a fictional case from differing perspectives. Myself and Gabriela Reyes both work from an eclectic/integrative theory but with different approaches and types of experiences. Tiffany Perez is bringing existential theory into her views from a trauma perspective. Bianca Gabay is newer to the team but with a rich life experience, working from a relational model...

I discuss the books "Attached" and "The 5 Love Languages," in the context of finding healthy adult romantic relationships. I will show you that you are not doomed, but must use these labels and this information to inform your choice of partner. I will teach you different ways to communicate to take into account your attachment style and your partner's, including the male/female gender differences...

People use that phrase, "trust your gut." But first we need to learn your gut, and know if it's giving you any good guidance...Then we need to make that information actionable. This episode gives you some tips.

When labeling yourself and your identity, do you need a villain to push against, so you can be the hero? Are you defining yourself by the opposing view? Does this help or hurt us?

I discuss the changing face of American healthcare with new political leaders in DC and a larger voice on social media of people wanting something different. However, we must face the tradeoffs - there are no free lunches, there is no gain without loss. The yearned for days of yore had perhaps less processed foods, but also a less mobile lifestyle and less opportunity for women in the workplace. P...

I try to be a good man and father. Maybe I don't always succeed. But what and who shaped me? What mentors, models and guides did I have? Perhaps this self-disclosure episode will offer insight into how I got here, and how you might seek to shape the little man you are raising? #becomingaman #parentingtips

Both PPD and midlife crises can be seen as depressive episodes requiring medication and therapy. Here we explore alternate ways of understanding and managing these significant lows anyone may face in their lives - are there beliefs and behaviors that should be considered along with the biologic factors after giving birth for women, or with age-related factors for men? In both cases, more accepting...

Health Anxiety, Health-related OCD, Hypochondriasis - many names, pretty much the same struggle. Here we discuss fear of illness and death, why it hits some more than others, and how to manage the struggle for yourself and your loved ones.