Lyme and Beyond with Tanya

In this episode, I'm joined by my guest Nicole, an avid horseback rider who spent years exposed to ticks without fully understanding the impact they could have on the body.  After the birth of her first child, her health dramatically declined.  When she was presented with the potential MS diagnosis, Nicole refused to accept it!  We discuss how Lyme can stay hidden for years/decades and how trauma/...

In this heartfelt episode I am joined by April Rooks. She bravely shares her personal Lyme journey and the powerful lesson that became her anchor: Surrender. We dive into her treatment path, the role of blocked trauma in chronic illness and why true healing requires more than just physical protocols.  April opens up about how mindset and emotional release are essential pieces to the puzzle.  She a...

In this episode, I sit down with Dr Somer DelSignore, founder of Hudson Valley Integrative Health.  Dr Somer is a nationally recognized pediatric and integrative medicine expert as well as co-chair of "Mothers Against Lyme" for Project Lyme.  We dive into her RESET protocol, exploring how she developed it and what it entails.  Dr Somer shares her personal experience with her daughter's struggle wi...

In this episode, I sit down with Christa Bouchez, an 18-year vegan and professional bodybuilder of 12 years.  Her story is so inspiring as she truly became her own advocate.  Christa opens up about how she self-taught & self-treated.  She shares all the stuff including books and programs she tuned into that were powerful tools for her.  Christa earned certifications in areas like hair tissue m...

In this episode, I'm joined by Dr Cristina McMullen of Longevity Health to explore the basics of healing Lyme disease. Wether you're new to Lyme or have been treating with little progress, its important to support your mind, body and soul. We discuss foundational ways to help, including stress, the vagus nerve, diet and toxin exposure. She shares practical tools and simple shifts that can make a p...

In this episode of Lyme and Beyond with Tanya, we sit down with Kimberly Keyser to share her powerful and emotional journey through misdiagnoses and finally discovering Lyme disease. Kimberly opens up about how she was told she had MS and Parkinson’s, only to uncover that Lyme was the true root of her symptoms. She also shares the difficult reality of passing Lyme in utero to her children and the...

In this episode of Lyme and Beyond with Tanya, we are joined by nurse practitioner and founder of Optimal Health and Wellness, Kate O’Connor. Kate was already invested in integrative care before her son received his Lyme diagnosis, but his journey pushed her to dive even further into the Lyme community and expand the ways she could help others. We talk about the ongoing conversation around antibio...

In this week's episode of Lyme and Beyond with Tanya, Michelle Scavone shares the hearthbreaking story of losing her husband to complications of Lyme Disease. An experience that changed the course of her life. While this isn't the typical hopeful episode, it serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of timely diagnosis and treatments, and how quicky things can escalate - reflecting a reality...

In this episode of Lyme and Beyond, Tanya sits down with Dr. Pamela Cipriano, a nurse practitioner at The Practice of Health & Wellness in Connecticut. Dr. Cipriano shares her personal journey into the Lyme community, sparked by her son's battle with chronic Lyme disease. The episode covers a multitude of topics including the primary use of antibiotics for treatment, chronic Lyme symptoms, and...

In this episode of Lyme and Beyond with Tanya, we are joined by Katie Tolley, a certified pediatric nurse practitioner with over 20 years of experience in pediatrics and a personal journey with Lyme disease. Katie shares her expertise on diagnosing and treating Lyme disease in children, who often present different symptoms from adults. She emphasizes the importance of understanding neurological an...

In this episode of Lyme and Beyond With Tanya, golf professional Bob Doria shares his extraordinary story of resilience and hope. Initially diagnosed with ALS, Bob faced a harrowing journey filled with excruciating pain, neurological symptoms, and a fight for his life. Upon seeking a second opinion, he discovered that his debilitating symptoms were actually caused by severe Lyme disease and co-inf...

Join Tanya on Lyme and Beyond as she welcomes Dr. Vy Simeles, a naturopath and acupuncturist from Restorative Health Clinic in Portland, Oregon. In this insightful episode, Dr. Simeles delves deep into complex topics under the 'Lyme umbrella,' focusing on Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS), Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS), and Metal Toxicity. She explains the symptoms, diagnosis...

In this brand new episode of Lyme and Beyond with Tanya, we interview Laura Mitchell, who shares her transformative journey of overcoming Lyme disease. The discussion delves into aspects of her healing process, her daughter's battle with the disease, and the challenges of supporting a family member through Lyme treatment. Laura recounts her struggle with various symptoms, finding effective treatme...

In this brand-new episode of Lyme and Beyond with Tanya, we interview Jennifer Sierzant—a Canada-based naturopath—who shares her personal journey through Lyme and how it ultimately led her to become a practitioner. The discussion delves into the core pillars of her recovery and practice: opening drainage pathways (lymph, liver, gut), calming the nervous system, and using antimicrobials thoughtfull...

In this episode of Lyme and Beyond with Tanya, we sit down with Eliana, a mother who shares the harrowing journey of her daughter Alexis' battle with Lyme Disease. Alexis' health issues began at age seven, manifesting initially as stomach pain and vomiting. Over time, her symptoms escalated to include excruciating pain, rashes, headaches, and fatigue, baffling numerous doctors who struggled to dia...

In this episode of Lyme and Beyond with Tanya, we welcome my friend Andrea (Andi) Hembroff, also known as 'The Mold Queen', to discuss mold and its impact on health. Andi shares her personal journey of discovering mold in her home she recently purchased and how it exacerbated her Lyme disease symptoms. We delve into the importance of addressing mold, understanding mycotoxins, and the processes for...

In this new episode of Lyme and Beyond with Tanya, we talk with Lyme Conqueror and author of " Breaking Through Chronic Illness " Dr. Melanie Stein, who shares her personal battle with Lyme disease, describing how she spent five years in a wheelchair before finding a path to recovery. As a naturopathic doctor and founder of the Restorative Health Clinic in Portland, Oregon, Dr. Stein discusses her...

In this episode of Lyme and Beyond with Tanya, we hop on a conversation with Greg Lee, Chinese Medicine/Master Herbalist and founder of the Lyme Research and Healing Center in Frederick, Maryland. We discuss an array of innovative treatments for Lyme disease, including the groundbreaking methods of wet cupping and bee venom powder. Greg explains his transition from working at NASA to becoming an a...

In this episode of Lyme and Beyond with Tanya, we welcome Mary Lyn Hammer, founder of Champion College Solutions and Champion for Life, and author of ' Over My Dead Body '. Initially involved in student loans, Mary Lyn's life turned upside down due to Lyme disease, which significantly impacted both her and her daughter. Mary Lyn shares her journey of six and a half years of misdiagnosis, her near-...

In this new episode of Lyme and Beyond with Tanya, we welcome Theresa Haselmayer, Lyme conqueror, RN, Certified Holistic & Environmental Medicine Practitioner and founder of Foundations Wellness in Cincinnati, Ohio. Theresa shares her personal battle with Lyme disease, misdiagnoses, and the challenges of chronic illness. We discuss integrative approaches and how she uses liposomal oils as a bi...

In this episode of Lyme and Beyond with Tanya, we have the pleasure of talking with author Stacey Arnone, who shares her inspiring story of overcoming Lyme disease and breast implant illness. Stacey emphasizes the importance of fueling the body with natural foods and supplements, detailing her switch from conventional medicine to natural remedies – what she calls turning 'pharmacy' into 'farmacy.'...

In this episode of Lyme and Beyond with Tanya, we sit with Dr. Mo (Dr Mohammed Elamir) from Aviv Clinics in The Villages, Florida. Dr. Mo discusses his background in internal medicine and his focus on treating Lyme disease. The conversation delves into the current rise in tick bites and Lyme disease cases, the importance of proper diagnosis, and the debate over chronic Lyme disease. Dr. Mo explain...

In this episode of Lyme and Beyond with Tanya, we interview Amy Kurtz, a Lyme patient, patient advocate, health coach, and author. Amy shares her incredible journey of battling Lyme disease from a young age and emphasizes the importance of patient empowerment, mind-body-spirit connection, and persistence in seeking the right medical help. Amy discusses her books Kicking Sick and her upcoming relea...

In this inspiring episode of Lyme and Beyond with Tanya, we welcome Bree Jewell, a Lyme disease survivor whose journey led her to become a hypnotherapist and mindset coach. Bree shares her 12-year struggle with undiagnosed Lyme, the impact of chronic stress, and how her healing path included nutrition, meditation, and mindset work. The conversation dives deep into the emotional and mental aspects...

In this episode of Lyme and Beyond with Tanya, we sit with Dr. Bill Rawls, author of Unlocking Lyme  and The Cellular Wellness Solution , and dedicated practitioner in the field of Lyme disease and chronic illness. Dr. Rawls discusses his approach to healing chronic illnesses by focusing on cellular health and reducing cellular stress. He emphasizes the importance of addressing underlying causes o...