Rise, Heal, and Grow with Leah M. Hill

In this heartfelt episode of Rise, Heal, and Grow , host Leah M. Hill sits down with Jean MacDougall-Tattan — former journalist turned author, equine massage therapist, Reiki practitioner, and sound healer — for a soulful conversation about the extraordinary connection between humans and animals. Jean shares how a rescued horse forever changed her life, inspiring her journey into energy healing an...

In this uplifting episode of Rise, Heal, and Grow, Leah M. Hill welcomes Lisa Kawski and Kampa Vashi Deva, co-founders of the Nada Brahma Kirtan Band. Blending sacred instruments, Sanskrit mantras, and the devotional practice of Bhakti yoga, Lisa and Kampa create powerful call-and-response chanting experiences that raise vibration, open the heart, and leave audiences feeling blissful and energized...

Rise, Heal, and Grow with Leah M. Hill featuring Lisa Kawski In this soulful episode of Rise, Heal, and Grow , Leah sits down with Lisa Kawski, founder of Sound Healing for the Soul , to explore how vibration, sound, and sacred space can awaken deep healing within. Lisa shares the pivotal moment nine years ago when playing a quartz crystal singing bowl sparked a profound shift in consciousness—one...

In this powerful episode of Rise, Heal, and Grow, Leah M. Hill sits down with Kampa Vashi Deva, a Tai Chi Master and nationally certified practitioner of Asian bodywork and energy healing since 1995. Through his practice, Kampa’s Healing Hands, he has helped countless clients find relief from chronic pain and illness using a wide range of therapies, including Tui-Na, cupping, red light therapy, To...

In this episode of Rise, Heal, and Grow, Leah M. Hill welcomes author Jennifer Safrey, whose latest novel After Happily Ever: An Epic Novel of Midlife reimagines what happens to fairy-tale princesses when “happily ever after” collides with midlife. Following Princesses Neve, Della, and Bry—sisters-in-law in the royal Charming family—the story explores fading beauty, the weight of people-pleasing,...

  In this inspiring episode of Rise, Heal, and Grow , Leah M. Hill sits down with Dr. Jill Stoddard—psychologist, author of three powerful books, and founder of The Center for Stress and Anxiety Management. Together they explore Jill’s journey from discovering psychology as a teenager to becoming a leading voice in anxiety treatment, imposter syndrome, and psychological flexibility. Jill shares pr...

In this inspiring episode of Rise, Heal, and Grow with Leah M. Hill, Leah sits down with Paula Keymont—certified yoga instructor, astrologer, and retired high school guidance counselor—to explore how the wisdom of yoga and astrology can guide us toward greater alignment and healing. Paula shares her journey from 35 years in public education to building a soulful practice that weaves together movem...

In this episode of Rise, Heal, and Grow, Leah M. Hill sits down with award-winning author and journalist Lisa Braxton, whose work spans newspapers, television, radio, and now acclaimed books. Lisa is the author of The Talking Drum and her memoir Dancing Between the Raindrops, both of which have earned national recognition and deeply resonated with readers. She shares her journey from childhood boo...

On this episode of Rise, Heal, and Grow , Leah M. Hill welcomes Áine Greaney, an Irish-born writer, teacher, and advocate for using words as a path to wellness and authenticity. From her early days writing as a quiet refuge in convent school to publishing five books and teaching writing in both creative and healthcare settings, Áine has devoted her life to exploring the healing power of story. She...

In this heart-opening episode of Rise, Heal, and Grow , Leah M. Hill sits down with Patti Anastasia, RN, a Pet Psychic-Medium, healer, and author of Heal With Your Pets . After an injury ended her nursing career, Patti embraced her lifelong gift of communicating with animals—both in life and in Spirit—to help people find healing, guidance, and peace through the wisdom of their pets. Together, Leah...

On this episode of Rise, Heal, and Grow , Leah M. Hill sits down with Lori Tremblay, Laurie Mullen, and Kim McStay—the dynamic cohosts of The Next Perfect Podcast . Together, they share how their unique paths in energy work, soul coaching, creativity, reiki, and equine-assisted learning converge to create a safe, expansive space for authentic conversations. With warmth, wisdom, and a touch of humo...

In this inspiring episode of Rise, Heal, and Grow, Leah M. Hill sits down with author, speaker, and transformational coach Amanda Greaves, whose book The Chameleon Diaries: Designing A Life Worth Changing invites readers to embrace imperfection and step boldly into authenticity. After two decades as a successful interior designer, Amanda reached a turning point that led her to sell her business, h...

In this illuminating episode of Rise, Heal, and Grow , Leah M. Hill welcomes world-renowned spiritual teacher, healer, and humanitarian Mirabai Devi , founder of the Mirabai Devi Foundation. Born spiritually awake and trained by beings of light from the age of three, Mirabai has spent over 30 years transmitting Divine Light, guiding millions through profound healing and awakening experiences. Toge...

In this inspiring episode of Rise, Heal, and Grow , Leah M. Hill sits down with writer and storyteller Bobbi Lerman to explore the power of words, travel, and imagination. From her early days writing romance stories under lilac trees to her adventures around the world collecting people’s stories, Bobbi shares how storytelling has been both a passion and a practice of transformation. She opens up a...

In this episode of Rise, Heal, and Grow , Leah M. Hill sits down with spiritual teacher and healer Cheryl Davey , who has spent nearly three decades connecting with angels through the practice of automatic writing. Cheryl shares how her journey began with heartfelt questions to the heavens, grew into 61 journals of divine messages, and expanded into her work as a Reiki master, energy clearer, and...

In this soothing and insightful episode of Rise, Heal, and Grow with Leah M. Hill , Leah sits down with Laura Degelmann, founder of Soul-full Notes Sound Healing, to explore the powerful world of sound as a healing modality. Laura shares her personal journey from the classroom to the sound bath—how a deeper calling and her own healing journey, including recovery from two surgeries following a thyr...

In this heartfelt episode of Rise, Heal, and Grow with Leah M. Hill, Leah sits down with Suzanne McPhail—licensed mental health counselor, EAGALA-certified equine therapy practitioner, and founder of Hands for Healing—to explore the profound connection between humans and horses as a path to emotional restoration. Suzanne shares how her work at the farm supports clients of all ages, particularly yo...

Jesselynn Barber is a Certified Hypnotherapist, NLP Practitioner, Intuitive Energy Healer, and Reiki Master. She helps women who feel disconnected from themselves and their lives reclaim their power through subconscious reprogramming, spiritual connection, and deep emotional healing. Drawing from her own journey of overcoming trauma and addiction, Jesselynn holds a powerful, compassionate space fo...

In this powerful episode of Rise, Heal, and Grow with Leah M. Hill , Leah sits down with Melissa McLaughlin—intuitive bodyworker, lymphatic massage therapist, and founder of Melissa McLaughlin Wellness—to explore what true, embodied healing really looks like. Melissa shares her deeply personal journey of sobriety, nervous system regulation, and reconnecting with her body after years of disconnecti...

In this heartfelt episode of Rise, Heal, and Grow with Leah M. Hill, Leah is joined by Melissa McLaughlin and Jess Barber—co-creators of the Sober Sisterhood of the North Shore—for an honest and empowering conversation about sobriety, identity, and healing. Together, they explore how alcohol often becomes woven into our sense of self, and what it means to rediscover who we truly are without it. Th...

Episode 1: In this heartwarming and inspiring episode of Rise, Heal, and Grow, host Leah M. Hill sits down with Grace Marchese — visionary artist,  children’s book author-illustrator, and creator of The Mari Girls book  series. Together, they explore the power of storytelling, imagination,  and self-love through Grace’s enchanting work, which features  extraordinary messaging and the most gorgeous...

In this deeply spiritual episode of Rise, Heal, and Grow with Leah M. Hill , Leah is joined by Gurdeep Bhogal—a gifted psychic medium, trance channel, Shakti embodiment teacher, and holistic healer—for a powerful conversation about awakening, spirit connection, and the sacred path of self-discovery. Born into a Sikh family and shaped by the rich traditions of Kenya, England, and India, Gurdeep sha...