IC You

Have you ever noticed one symptom improves, only for another one to appear? In this episode, I sit down with mind-body coach Alex McQueen to discuss: • What the symptom imperative is and why it happens • The connection between chronic pelvic pain, bladder symptoms, IBS, TMJ, headaches, and other chronic symptoms • Why healing is rarely linear • How fear can keep the nervous system stuck • The diff...

In this episode of IC You, I sit down with pelvic floor physical therapist and chronic pelvic pain coach Rachel Gofman to talk about bladder retraining, pelvic floor dysfunction, prolapse, and the connection between the nervous system and bladder symptoms. We discuss why urgency and frequency can persist even when your bladder isn't full, how "just in case" peeing can impact bladder...

In this episode, I sit down with health psychologist and psychotherapist Dr. Sula Windgassen to talk about the brain-body connection behind interstitial cystitis, bladder pain, chronic UTI symptoms, urgency, frequency, and pelvic pain. We dive into why symptoms can continue even when tests come back normal, how the nervous system and pain science play a role, the impact of food fear and bladder tr...

In this episode, I sit down with one of my Road To Remission clients, Lynn, to talk about her 15 year journey with interstitial cystitis, bladder pain, urgency, frequency, pelvic floor dysfunction, and nervous system dysregulation.  After years of medications, bladder procedures, elimination diets, and fear around symptoms, Lynn shares how joining Road To Remission helped her finally start address...

After years of living with interstitial cystitis and overactive bladder, I spent a weekend in California doing things I never thought would feel easy again. From boat rides without bathrooms to paddle boarding, Pilates, coffee shop lattes, spicy foods, and even riding a motorcycle for the first time, this trip became a huge reminder of how much life can open back up when you address the root cause...

On this episode of IC You, Callie’s client Faith shares her journey with interstitial cystitis (IC), from constant burning, urgency, and anxiety to living a full life with lasting IC relief. After years of confusing symptoms, negative UTI tests, and an IC diagnosis, she felt stuck, overwhelmed, and unsure what to do next.  Traditional treatments did not give her answers, and her world started to f...

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Tovah Goldfine for a powerful conversation about how to support your nervous system during stressful seasons of life. We talk about why stress can amplify symptoms, how fear and hypervigilance keep the body stuck, and practical ways to create more safety, resilience, and healing. If life feels heavy right now, this episode is full of hope and perspective. We co...

In this episode, I’m joined by Bonnie Gross, the writer and executive producer of Lady Parts , a comedy based on her real-life experience with vulvodynia, vestibulodynia, pelvic floor dysfunction, and vestibulectomy surgery. We talk about what it is actually like to live with vulvar pain, from pain with tampons, sex, sitting, tight clothes, and everyday life, to the years of medical gaslighting th...

In this episode, I sit down with pelvic floor physical therapist Alicia Jeffrey-Thomas to talk about what is actually normal when it comes to peeing, pooping, pelvic floor symptoms, and sex. We break down the everyday things so many people assume are normal, like peeing all the time, straining to poop, leaking urine, bloating, and pain with sex, and explain when those things deserve a closer look....

In this episode of the IC You Podcast, I sit down with my client Landi to talk about her experience with interstitial cystitis, bladder pain, urgency, frequency, and burning that continued even when urine tests were negative. We talk about what happens when symptoms feel constant, why nervous system dysregulation can keep the cycle going, and how healing often looks slower and more layered than pe...

Did you know March is National Endometriosis Month? In this episode, I’m talking about endometriosis , how it can show up, why it often takes way too long to get diagnosed, and what real relief can look like when you stop treating pain like it’s only a “tissue problem.” I’m joined by pelvic physiotherapist Jill Mueller, who shares her personal story, what finally helped her become symptom-free, an...

In this episode of IC You, I sit down with Faith Ashenden to talk about mind body healing, neuroplasticity, and how our response to symptoms can shape the healing process. Faith shares her story of living with chronic illness for a decade before discovering subconscious and nervous system work that helped her recover. We discuss her recent UTI experience and why it felt like a non event, which lea...

In this episode, I’m joined by pelvic floor occupational therapist Paige Genova to talk about something that comes up constantly in the interstitial cystitis and overactive bladder space: why symptoms often continue even after the body has healed. We break down how the nervous system and pelvic floor work together, how neuroplastic symptoms can develop after things like a UTI or stressful life eve...

In this episode, I’m joined by therapist Vanessa Blackstone to talk about something I see all the time in the interstitial cystitis and overactive bladder space: the belief that our bodies are too fragile to handle life. We break down how this mindset shows up through food fear, exercise avoidance, social isolation, and hypervigilance. Vanessa explains how this protective response forms, why it ma...

If you’re dealing with interstitial cystitis, overactive bladder, pelvic floor dysfunction, pudendal neuralgia, or just stuck in the chronic symptom spiral, this episode ft Dr. Howard Schubiner is a must-listen. We dig deep into how your brain and nervous system play a huge role in symptoms like urgency, frequency, pain, burning, fatigue, dizziness... you name it. And no, that doesn’t mean it’s “i...

In this episode of IC You, I sit down with pelvic floor physical therapist and YouTube creator Dr. Brianne Grogan to talk about self love when your body feels like it has turned against you. We explore what it is like to live with bladder pain, urgency, frequency, pelvic floor symptoms, or prolapse and how easy it is to start seeing yourself as broken or defined by a diagnosis. We also dig into ne...

What starts as a well-meaning attempt to “eat clean” or “cut out bladder triggers” can quickly turn into a fear-driven cycle of food avoidance, isolation, and worsening symptoms. In this episode, I’m joined by Lauren Smith, MS, RD, LDN—a Philadelphia-based eating disorder dietitian and founder of Lauren’s Balanced Bites—to talk about the dangers of long-term dietary restriction, especially in the...

Have you ever wondered if mold was the reason for your chronic symptoms? Maybe you tested positive. Maybe someone in a Facebook group swore it was the missing link. Maybe you're spending hours Googling “mold toxicity” and wondering if this is finally the answer for your bladder pain, fatigue, food sensitivities, or interstitial cystitis. If that sounds familiar, this episode is going to hit ho...

The Pelvic Floor and TMJ Connection Explained If you’ve ever wondered about the connection between pelvic floor dysfunction and TMJ , this episode breaks it down clearly. Callie sits down with jaw focused physical therapist Dr. Liana Sved to explain how jaw pain, teeth grinding, TMJ issues, bladder symptoms, and pelvic health are all linked through the nervous system, fascial lines, and common mov...

This is a recording of my free virtual Open House for Road To Remission that occurred on November 18th. If you'd prefer to watch the Open House with video, click here. Join ROAD TO REMISSION: Join the full version of Road To Remission Join the Self-Study version of Road To Remission If you have any questions on either program, send me a DM on Instagram

What if your pain isn’t proof that your body is broken... but evidence your brain is stuck in protection mode? In this episode, I’m joined by Dan Buglio, mind-body coach and creator of  Pain Free You . After living through 13 years of back pain and sciatica, Dan found Dr. Sarno’s work and began healing by shifting his understanding of pain. Now, with over 120 success stories and a global audience,...

If you’re constantly planning your life around bathroom access, I see you. Not long ago, I would’ve missed half the night standing in line for the bathroom. But last week? I danced front row at the Jonas Brothers and rocked out at Aly & AJ without peeing once. And no, I didn’t just get lucky. I had a strategy. In this episode, I’m breaking down how hydration plays a massive role in bladder hea...

What do you do when you're in pain, peeing every 15 minutes, and every doctor says your tests are normal? In this episode, I’m joined by Sarah, one of my incredible clients from Road to Remission , who shares exactly what it took to go from daily flare-ups and hopelessness to traveling the world, eating freely, and feeling confident in her body again. Sarah’s story is honest, emotional, and pr...

This episode dives into Amanda’s journey to find lasting interstitial cystitis relief through pelvic floor PT, nervous system work, and community support. When I was first diagnosed with interstitial cystitis (IC), I felt so alone and hopeless. I know many of you have been there too, left with a list of foods to avoid and told there is nothing that can really help. That is why I am so excited to s...

If you’ve ever stared at a pelvic wand or dilator and thought, “What the hell am I supposed to do with this?” Then this episode is for you! This week I’m joined by pelvic floor physical therapist Rachel Peck, who walks you through tools that actually help with symptom management for interstitial cystitis (IC), pelvic pain, urinary urgency, and pelvic floor tension. We’re talking pelvic wands, dila...