Dear Dr. Charryse

On this inspiring episode of Dear Dr. Charryse, host Dr. Charryse sits down with life coach and speaker Victoria Gustafson for a powerful conversation about resilience, presence, and what it truly means to live after surviving the unimaginable. Two years after experiencing a sudden cardiac arrest while playing pickleball, Victoria's life changed forever. Despite being healthy and active, her h...

On this powerful episode of Dear Dr. Charryse, host Dr. Charryse sits down with speaker, author, podcast host, and healing coach Dr. Chi Quita Mack for an inspiring conversation about identity, resilience, and the courage to stop hiding and start living authentically. As the founder of The Chi Quita Mack, LLC and host of The Beauty in You Podcast, Dr. Mack has dedicated her work to helping women t...

On this inspiring episode of Dear Dr. Charryse, host Dr. Charryse sits down with singer-songwriter Chloé Caroline for a heartfelt conversation about creativity, burnout, healing, and the courage to reconnect with yourself when life pulls you off course. Known for her powerful songwriting, sold-out performances, and rapidly growing global audience, Chloé has built a successful independent music car...

On this powerful episode of Dear Dr. Charryse, host Dr. Charryse sits down with actress, TEDx speaker, and mental health advocate An Phan for an inspiring conversation about success, identity, and the hidden emotional toll of constantly performing for others. A Vietnamese-American actress and creative leader, An has appeared in HBO’s Euphoria, Hulu’s Interior Chinatown, and the feature film The Du...

On this insightful episode of Dear Dr. Charryse, host Dr. Charryse sits down with UCLA professor, poet, and mental health advocate Dr. Jordan Smith for a profound conversation about healing, creativity, and the unexpected beauty found in life’s struggles. As a scholar specializing in poetry, film, and psychology, Dr. Smith has spent his career exploring the ways art and storytelling can help peopl...

On this powerful episode of Dear Dr. Charryse, host Dr. Charryse sits down with author, speaker, and men’s mental health advocate Dan Griffin for an honest conversation about masculinity, emotional healing, and the hidden cost of traditional gender expectations. For decades, Dan has worked at the intersection of addiction recovery, trauma, shame, and mental health, helping men challenge the belief...

On this deeply honest episode of Dear Dr. Charryse, host Dr. Charryse sits down with speaker, writer, and HER+ Health Collective co-founder Crissy Fishbane for a powerful conversation on motherhood, identity, and the internal narratives that shape how women move through life. Crissy shares how her personal journey—including surviving a life-altering car accident as a teenager—reshaped her perspect...

On this eye-opening episode of Dear Dr. Charryse, host Dr. Charryse sits down with holistic herbalist, author, and DEMK founder Lily Hart for a powerful conversation on the connection between internal health, emotional wellness, and the signals our bodies send before crisis occurs. Lily shares the personal story that transformed her life after her father, Sam, nearly lost his life to liver disease...

On this empowering episode of Dear Dr. Charryse, host Dr. Charryse sits down with Confidence Therapist, Authentic Dating Strategist, and Image Expert Kimmy Seltzer for a transformative conversation on confidence, dating, and the power of authentic self-expression. With a unique background as a licensed therapist, certified style coach, dating coach, and former matchmaker, Kimmy has helped thousand...

On this dynamic episode of Dear Dr. Charryse, host Dr. Charryse sits down with Emmy Award-winning editor, certified drone pilot, and creative producer Annie Graziano for a powerful conversation on identity, performance, and the emotional cost of constantly being “on.” Annie shares her journey as a multi Telly Award winner and lead editor and camera operator for Dincaboutit Productions, where she h...

On this thought-provoking episode of Dear Dr. Charryse, host Dr. Charryse sits down with cultural architect, storyteller, and wellness experience creator Antonio Stephens for a powerful conversation on identity, evolution, and the emotional complexity of becoming who you are meant to be. Antonio is the founder of Sip & Chat, an elevated wellness experience designed for high-functioning individ...

On this powerful episode of Dear Dr. Charryse , host Dr. Charryse sits down with holistic nutritionist, chef, and wellness expert Mareya Ibrahim - Jones—also known as Chef Mareya, The Fit Foodie—for a deeply transformative conversation on faith, healing, and true nourishment. With over 30 years in the health and wellness space, Mareya has dedicated her life to helping women live purpose-filled liv...

Cameron Cole, known as SAMORA KA$H, is a Los Angeles-based drag performer, creative visionary, and founder of HAUS of KA$H—a bold collective rooted in self-expression, transformation, and powerful storytelling. With a growing presence across nightlife and digital media, Cameron uses their platform to inspire authenticity, resilience, and unapologetic self-worth. Behind the artistry is a story of s...

In this transformative episode of Dear Dr. Charryse , Azadeh Atzberger shares her journey from trauma and addiction to a life of purpose, healing, and impact. A 3-time bestselling author and founder of Finally Free Life, she opens up about overcoming early struggles—from bullying and substance abuse to domestic violence—and how 24 years of sobriety led her to become a powerful voice for others see...

In this powerful and transformative episode, Lisa Stuart—attorney, author, speaker, and self-proclaimed “drama dietician”—joins the conversation to unpack what it truly means to live in peace despite chaos. As the creator of The Drama Diet, now a book, show, children’s series, and card decks, Lisa shares her groundbreaking approach to shedding the emotional weight of limiting beliefs, fear of judg...

In this powerful and deeply reflective episode, Dr. Charryse sits down with brand strategist Rick Schirmer to unpack the hidden costs of high-performance careers and the often-overlooked habit of self-override. With decades of experience managing high-stakes political and film campaigns, Rick shares how a life fueled by adrenaline, urgency, and constant “big bang” moments eventually led him to ree...

In this powerful episode of Dear Dr. Charryse , host Dr. Charryse sits down with Monica Cornitcher, co-founder and visionary behind Medase Cocktails, to explore leadership, resilience, and the emotional complexities of running a purpose-driven business. Monica shares her journey from co-founding a non-alcoholic spirit company with her late friend Inga Dyer to navigating grief, high-stakes decision...

In this powerful episode of Dear Dr. Charryse , Dr. Charryse sits down with author, actress, and creative entrepreneur Lindsay Morgan Snyder to explore the emotional weight many people carry silently—what Dr. Charryse calls the “invisible load.” From unspoken responsibilities to internal battles with self-worth, this conversation dives deep into the mental and emotional strain that often goes unno...

In this deeply revealing episode, Rachel McCord opens up about the unseen cost of performance, resilience, and survival. Interviewed by mental health expert Dr. Charryse Johnson, Rachel shares her journey from trailer parks to the Times Square Jumbotron — and the private battles that followed. Behind the confidence and media success was a woman who felt irreparably broken. From reading over a thou...