Moved By Grace Counseling Radio

How can we honor God through the way we care for our bodies? In this episode, I sit down with Christian fitness and wellness coach Micki Woodford of MASE Fitness to discuss the connection between faith, health, and whole-person wellness. We talk about stewarding our bodies as God’s temple, overcoming obstacles to healthy living, and creating sustainable habits that support our physical, emotional,...

In a culture obsessed with likes, followers, and documenting every moment, it's easy to make life all about us. Even meaningful reflections—like realizing there will be a "last time" you hold your child—can shift our focus from gratitude and presence to our own emotions and experiences. In this episode, we explore how social media and the internet can subtly cultivate self-centeredness, how to rec...

What do you do when you’re willing to work on the relationship, but your spouse won’t attend therapy? This is one of the most painful dynamics I see in clinical work—because healing often feels stalled when one person is carrying the emotional labor alone. But while you cannot control someone else’s willingness, you can begin shifting the relational system through boundaries, emotional regulation,...

This episode is a special one for me. Today, I’m sitting down with someone I’ve had the privilege of knowing for nearly 8 years—and worked alongside for 4 of those years—my dear friend, Dr. Laquinta Milson. Dr. Milson is one of those rare people who is brilliantly sharp, deeply compassionate, and genuinely hilarious all at the same time. Dr. Milson is a licensed professional counselor, supervisor,...

Why do so many men struggle to talk about what they’re feeling? Is it biology, culture, trauma, or something deeper? In this episode, we unpack the real reasons men often hide their emotions—from societal expectations and nervous system conditioning to shame, stress, and mental health stigma. We explore what emotional suppression actually does to the brain, body, relationships, and overall well-be...

Paternal postpartum depression affects approximately 10% of fathers—yet it remains widely under-recognized and underdiagnosed. In this episode, we break down the research behind men’s postpartum mental health, including findings from studies published in Journal of the American Medical Association, JAMA Pediatrics, and The Lancet. You’ll learn: ​When symptoms are most likely to appear (hint: not i...

In this episode, I sit down with Licensed Clinical Social Worker Sebastian Washburn to talk about anxiety disorders and panic disorder. We break down what anxiety actually is, what’s happening in your body during a panic attack, and how you can begin to heal. ⸻ 🧠 What We Cover ​What anxiety and panic disorders are ​Why panic attacks feel so intense ​How avoidance keeps anxiety going ​Evidence-bas...

In this episode of Moved by Grace Radio, I sit down with doula Crystal Molaison to talk about the kind of support women deeply need—but often don’t realize they’re missing—during birth and postpartum. We explore the emotional, physical, and spiritual role of a doula, and how having the right support can completely transform a woman’s experience of bringing life into the world. This conversation is...

🔥 NEW EPISODE 🔥 What if real strength isn’t just built in the gym… but forged through discipline, healing, and truth? In this episode, I sit down with Nahum Justin Vizakis — author of The Indigo Flame and The Biohackers Guide to Spiritual Bodybuilding — to explore what it truly means to rebuild yourself from the inside out. We dive into: ​ Emotional healing & shadow work ​ Discipline, purpose, a...

Welcome to the first episode of the regulated man series 🔥 This week, we sit down with relaxation expert Craig Goldberg to unpack what it really means to live in a regulated, high-performing state. Craig breaks down the science behind stress, the fight-or-flight response, and how most men today are unknowingly stuck operating in survival mode. We dive into how this impacts your mental clarity, ph...

On today’s episode, you are getting a special solo walk and talk with myself. We are talking all things birth and I am introducing you to my new upcoming series which will air next Sunday. Love and light friends! Connect with me: https://www.movedbygracecounseling.com Email: movedbygracetherapy@gmail.com Counseling Services: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/anna-marie-valentine-waxaha...

Some of the most painful parts of our stories can become the very places God uses to bring hope to others. In this episode, I talk with Hannah Youngblood, founder of Saved and Sealed Ministries. Hannah shares her journey through adoption, mental health struggles, and the ways God pursued her in the middle of it all. Her story is a beautiful reminder that our identity isn’t rooted in our circumstan...

In this powerful and grounding conversation, I sit down with Katherine, a pediatric occupational therapist with over 15 years of experience walking alongside children and families navigating ADHD, autism, anxiety, sensory processing challenges, and behavioral difficulties. Katherine brings a deeply holistic and faith-rooted lens to mental health. In addition to her clinical background, she is a Ce...

In this episode, I sit down with Mrs. Kimber King, a Christ-centered holistic health coach and yoga practitioner, to explore the intersection of faith, body awareness, and true healing. Kimber shares her journey from New Age practices to a deeply rooted, biblical approach to wellness—and how integrating faith with mind-body practices can lead to lasting restoration. Together, we discuss discernmen...

In this powerful and compassionate conversation, I’m joined by Mrs. Brigid Tebaldi, a women’s health coach and birth trauma specialist from Loreto Wellness, to explore how our earliest experiences—especially around birth—can shape our identity, attachment patterns, and nervous system for years to come. We unpack what birth trauma truly is (and what it isn’t), how it can quietly inform core woundin...

In this episode, I’m joined by Cendrine Hosoda, a trauma-informed life consultant and speaker who supports complex trauma survivors in building lasting resilience through nervous-system-led, heart-centered healing. Cendrine is the founder of Pursuing Wholesome Health, where she integrates neuroscience, somatics, and faith to help individuals move out of chronic survival patterns and into greater s...

In this episode, I’m joined by Payton Foeller, creator of Mending with Mindfulness, for a deeply honest conversation about suffering, surrender, and healing through a Christian mind-body lens. Payton shares how her diagnosis of chronic fatigue syndrome became an unexpected turning point—one that led her to discover mind-body medicine and nervous-system-informed practices rooted in faith. What bega...

Jennifer Meyering is a God fearing wife and mom of three. She is the founder of the Get Grounded Method- a program designed to draw her clients back into relationship with Jesus to help them heal from emotional trauma. She is an incredibly gifted speaker and coach who has used her own story of healing to inspire women across the nation. Tune in to hear all about her own testimony of how God used h...

Special guest, Linda Ecochard is a professional fascia stretch therapist located in New Jersey. In this episode, she goes into the psychology as well as the biology of the healing body work that she provides to her clients. Finding this work as a testament to her own story, she is passionate about a holistic and integrative approach to emotional and physical healing. Find her at: https://www.njsim...

Wendie Aston is a Wellness, Fertility, and Hypnotherapist. After experiencing some health issues, Wendie sought the help of a well-known author/naturopath and tried to get to the root cause of her fertility challenges. She already adopted a lifestyle that was organic, nontoxic and green. The missing piece was undiagnosed hypothyroid, which was dismissed as “fine” by the doctors she visited. After...

Today’s special guest features Mrs. Sandra Stanford Is a trauma specialist from Florida. As an LMFT, she obtained her masters in psychological counseling, and Sandra is certified in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing). She is also an EMDR certified trainer or EMDRIA Basic Trainer and Consultant. She hosts trainings in both Florida, New York, and online. You can learn more here: ht...

A day in my life, not in perfection—but in presence. In this episode of The Regulated Woman Series, I’m sharing what it looks like to intentionally pursue nervous system restoration in real, ordinary moments. From breath to movement, prayer to pauses, this is a reminder that regulation isn’t something we achieve—it’s something we return to, again and again, with grace. If your body feels tired, yo...

What if the goal isn’t what you accomplish this year… but who you’re becoming while you live it? A regulated woman doesn’t build her life from urgency or hustle—she builds it from values, alignment, and nervous system safety. When you anchor your goals in who you want to become, your body, faith, and life begin to move together instead of fighting each other. This episode is an invitation to pause...

If you’ve ever found yourself stuck in the exhausting swing between “I’m being so good” and “I’ve completely blown it,” this episode is for you. In today’s conversation, we explore the mind-body roots of binge/restrict cycles, why your brain is not the enemy, and how to build patterns of nourishment, safety, and true regulation that actually last. I also share my favorite insights from The Dose Ef...

In this episode, I’m diving into something that has shaped my nervous system, my faith, and my story in such a powerful way: gratitude. I talk about what actually happens in your brain and body when you practice gratitude—and why this simple rhythm can soften stress, calm your system, and help you return to a grounded, regulated place. I also share how gratitude invites us into deeper connection w...