Emotionally Unavailable

Therapist and host, Malisa Hepner, sits again with Angie Hawkins, inner glow coach. Together they explore the Dark Night of the Soul as a catalyst for healing and spiritual growth. They emphasize self-love, the power of compassion, and the importance of embracing your unique challenges to spark transformation. Stay to the end for a special announcement! Angie's links: Website , Insta , youtube , s...

Therapist and host Malisa Hepner sits down with Erica Ballard to explore the path of emotional healing, trauma recovery, and personal transformation. Together, they share practical strategies for processing emotions, setting strong boundaries, and creating safe spaces for self-growth. Erica's lived experience offers listeners tangible steps to move beyond overthinking, reconnect with their inner c...

In this powerful conversation, therapist and host Malisa Hepner sits down with Dale E. Walsh, coach for families of those diagnosed with schizophrenia (and college grad),  to explore the lived realities of schizophrenia. Through personal stories and hard-earned wisdom, they unpack the challenges of mental illness on family dynamics, the role of medication in healing, and the survival skills develo...

Join therapist and host Malisa Hepner with Corbie Mitleid—certified tarot master, past life specialist, and psychic medium—as they explore the art of psychic readings and the importance of discernment. Discover how to trust your intuition, prepare for meaningful sessions, and separate authenticity from illusion in a world shaped by social media. Learn how past lives and mediumship can offer profou...

Therapist and host, Malisa Hepner, together with therapist and coach, Phillip Quinones, explore the journey of becoming a therapist, the influence of upbringing, and the importance of meaningful conversations. Together, they discuss introversion, emotional awareness, and the societal forces that shape personal growth. Tune in for a thought-provoking conversation on embracing change, understanding...

Therapist and host Malisa Hepner invites Albert Bramante Ph. D, talent agent and mindset coach, into a conversation that challenges traditional boundaries between spirituality and science. Together, they discuss how to navigate life with an open mind, embrace diversity of thought, and find strength in both rational understanding and spiritual connection. Notice a moment this week where you feel pu...

In this inspiring conversation with therapist and host, Malisa Hepner, and Joshua James, host of Let's Get Chattin' podcast, discover how Joshua turned his hardships into strength. He shares candid reflections on overcoming family struggles, building resilience, and embracing personal growth. Learn practical insights you can apply to your own healing journey. Identify one challenge from your past...

In this inspiring episode, therapist and host Malisa Hepner and Larry Easto—lawyer, consultant, author, coach, and highly sensitive person (HSP)—explore the transformative power of authenticity and vulnerability. Discover how embracing your true self can lead to deeper fulfillment and professional success, even in a world that often demands conformity. Learn practical insights on navigating life a...

In this eye-opening episode, therapist Malisa Hepner and visionary Aaron Scott critically examine how entrenched institutions and ideologies subtly dictate modern existence. From religion to economics, they reveal how these forces distance us from inner truth—and share practical insights for reclaiming freedom and spiritual alignment. Ask yourself: Where am I following inherited rules instead of m...

Join therapist and host, Malisa Hepner and Michael Shaw, mindset coach (and so much more), as they uncover how self-love transforms the way we see ourselves and the world. Together, they break down the process of rewriting your story—releasing fear-based programming and embracing the courage to live authentically. This episode will leave you inspired to move beyond survival mode and into a life ro...

Therapist and host, Malisa Hepner, and Arnold from Braingym.fitness dive deep into the lasting impact of parental expectations. Discover how external pressures can shape identity, influence career and relationship choices, and fuel cycles of self-doubt. Most importantly, learn practical strategies to break free from limiting patterns and reclaim your authentic life. Identify one belief or expectat...

In this enlightening episode, therapist and host Malisa Hepner is joined by Angie Hawkins—inner glow coach, speaker, and author of Running in Slippers—to explore how family and societal expectations profoundly impact mental health. Discover practical strategies to navigate expectations, release self-judgment, and foster resilience. Tune in for a conversation that challenges cultural norms and enco...

Award-winning author, Katharine Giovanni, joins therapist and, host Malisa Hepner, to explore the heavy toll of unhealed anger and trauma. Together they discuss how forgiveness transforms pain into peace, offering real-life examples and simple practices you can use to begin your own journey of release and self-discovery. Reflect on where you're still carrying old wounds and write down one way you...

In this thought-provoking episode, we explore how mental health labels and diagnoses shape identity, treatment, and the way we understand ourselves. Discover the benefits and challenges of diagnostic labels, their impact on personal growth, and what they mean for mental health care today. Reflect on the labels you carry. Ask yourself whether they are guiding your healing or holding you back, and c...

Join therapist and host Malisa Hepner in conversation with Dr. Zoe Shaw—author, psychotherapist, and speaker—as they unpack the hidden layers of shame and its lasting impact on self-identity. Together, they explore the difference between simple and complex shame, how early relationships shape these patterns, and the role of self-forgiveness in recovery. Through expert insights and real-life storie...

Therapist and host, Malisa Hepner and Claire Garner, Intuitive Emotional Healing Guide, share how self-compassion transforms emotional healing. Learn how to embrace feelings, release judgment, and build deeper self-awareness and relationships. Claire's links: Website , Insta , Youtube , Conscious Heart Academy Want to be a guest on Emotionally Unavailable? Send Malisa Hepner a message on PodMatch,...

Therapist and host Malisa Hepner joins Certified Life Coach, Speaker and Professional Horseman, Shane Jacob to explore overcoming self-doubt, embracing vulnerability, and cultivating self-love. An inspiring conversation on personal growth and forgiveness. Shane's link are here: Website (where you can access his weekly videos), Insta , Youtube , Podcast Want to be a guest on Emotionally Unavailable...

Therapist and host, Malisa Hepner, and Dr. Len Lopez discuss his Five Steps a Day system—an accountability journal that tracks sleep, thinking, eating, physical activity, and spirit. They explore how visual tracking, positive thinking, and small daily actions can transform health and mindset. The conversation covers sleep hygiene, the link between mindset and nutrition, and how integrating mind, b...

In this insightful episode, therapist and, host Malisa Hepner, sits down with Michela Gordiano Castro, LCSW—trauma-informed therapist and spirituality coach—to explore the transformative power of Internal Family Systems (IFS). Together, they unpack the roles of our emotional parts—exiles, managers, and firefighters—and how they hold past pain, shape our behaviors, and protect us in different ways....

Join therapist and host, Malisa Hepner and Leslie Draffin, Women's Microdosing & Somatic Guide, Mindfulness Mentor & Menstrual Cycle Educator, in a raw, healing conversation about the lasting effects of religious trauma on identity, sexuality, and self-worth. Together, they unpack how deeply rooted teachings created cycles of shame—and how they've each worked to break free. Leslie shares her story...

In this soul-stirring episode, therapist and host, Malisa Hepner and guest, Darlene Van De Grift, explore what it means to reclaim your self-worth after years of self-doubt and old wounds. They dive into healing past beliefs, navigating family dynamics, and awakening to your true self. Tune in for raw insights, spiritual wisdom, and powerful reminders that it's never too late to come home to yours...

In this powerful conversation, therapist and host Malisa Hepner welcomes psychologist and aging expert Deborah Heiser, PhD, to explore how identity evolves through every stage of life. From navigating identity in your 20s — when self-discovery begins amidst pressure to "have it all figured out" — to finding clarity and confidence in your 30s and 40s, this episode sheds light on the emotional and p...

Welcome to our show! Today, we have the pleasure of hosting Dr Jacopo Iasiello, CEO of Luxury and Wealth Group. Jacopo's journey began in Naples, Italy, where his love for his family and city shaped his early passion for entrepreneurship. Starting at 11, he delved into books by real estate investors and entrepreneurs, laying the foundation for his future success. Despite an early career in soccer...

Dr. Bruce Chalmer is a psychologist in Vermont who has been working with couples for over thirty years. Through his teaching, consulting, writing, podcast, and videos about relationships, his ideas have helped thousands of couples and their therapists. Dr. Chalmer is the author of three books: "Betrayal and Forgiveness: How to Navigate the Turmoil and Learn to Trust Again", published in 2024; "It'...

Happy Monday!  Today's terrific guest is Aneta Waclaw! Aneta is a transformation guide, wellness advocate, and the voice behind the powerful movement Nourished Inside Out. Once a ballet dancer and hairstylist, she took the pain of an unhealthy relationship and turned it into purpose—helping thousands of women heal, reclaim their confidence, and rebuild their lives after heartbreak. She's the autho...