The Centre for Healing Podcast

Show Notes Summary Podcast Title: What Children Really Need: Attachment, Daycare & Divorce with Erica Komisar In this powerful episode of The Centre for Healing Podcast , Melissa Hiemann is joined by Erica Komisar, psychoanalyst, author, and thought leader in the fields of parenting, attachment theory, child development, and divorce. Together, Melissa and Erica explore what children truly need...

Shadow work isn’t about fixing yourself—it’s about meeting every part of yourself with curiosity and compassion. In this conversation, we explore shadow work through the integrated lenses of Buddhist philosophy, Jungian psychology, Toltec teachings, and somatic therapy. The shadow is understood as the repressed, denied, or disowned aspects of the self—emotions, traits, fears, and survival patterns...

SHOWNOTES In this deeply insightful episode, Ryan Hasson sits down with Rebecca Barnes from the UK to explore the profound transformation of motherhood through the lens of matrescence, trauma-informed care, and embodied healing. Rebecca shares her personal and professional journey — from working in residential childcare supporting traumatised children to becoming a certified Trauma-Informed, Seaso...

Why You Suffer There are 2 forms of suffering in this existence of being human;  Necessary & Un-necessary We find the vast majority of people are stuck in unnecessary suffering. So let's talk about it... Presented by the creators of Embodied Processing, Ryan Hassan & Matt Kay. Join us to discuss:  - What is Suffering  - Suffering and Trauma  - Dissatisfaction/Deficiency...

In this wide ranging discussion  Daniel Maté  speaks with Ryan Hassan & Matt Kay (creators of  Embodied Processing ) about the interesting dynamics between adult children and their parents. Daniel goes in depth around the  challenges and healing  he has had with his father Gabor Maté.  Also the need to move away from the term  'boundaries'  and more...

Interview with co-author of The Myth of Normal, Daniel Maté Ryan & Matt, co-creators of  Embodied Processing had the pleasure of recording a conversation with Daniel Maté. Daniel is co-author with his father Gabor of the new groundbreaking book The Myth of Normal; Trauma, Illness & Healing in a Toxic Culture. In this wide ranging discussion Daniel talks openly about: - Bringing such a...

Episode Summary In this powerful and paradigm-shifting conversation, Melissa Hiemann sits down with Dr. Tina Vitolo—licensed clinical social worker, rebel educator, and founder of  The Black Sheep Therapist —to explore how therapists can ethically integrate spiritual, somatic, and alternative healing modalities into clinical practice. If you’ve ever felt like you don’t quite “fit” within trad...

EPISODE SUMMARY In this solo episode, Melissa Hiemann — co-founder of The Centre for Healing and author of Root-Cause Therapy: A Method for True, Lasting Change  — shares the story behind her new book, the methodology that took 12 years to develop, and why she believes true, lasting healing can only happen when we address the root, not the symptoms. From her own personal journey through narci...

Guest: Stacey Webb Author of Embodied Grace and creator of the Embodied Grace Card Deck With a unique background as a former detective, Stacey Webb now guides individuals toward self-compassion, embodied presence, and intuitive trust. Her work supports people in expanding their sense of safety, releasing self-criticism, and stepping fully into themselves with grace. Stacey is the author of three b...

EPISODE SUMMARY In this episode, Melissa sits down with Josie Cowley and Andrea Crabtree — holistic counsellor and social worker/therapist respectively — to explore why psychoeducation is one of the most powerful things a practitioner can offer their clients. The conversation digs into the real challenges therapists face when precious session time gets eaten up by foundational explanations, and ho...

Dr. Node Smith, ND is a Canadian naturopathic doctor, author of Witness & The Four Behaviors , and founder of TEAL Holistic. His work sits at the intersection of nervous system regulation, somatic awareness, and conscious development—where health, psychology, and spirituality meet the realities of everyday life. Node primarily works with thoughtful, self-aware individuals who have already inve...

Ava is the director of Functional Spirituality and the popular yoga and meditation centre Spanda School in Fremantle, W.A . She is a philosopher with a degree from the University of Sydney, retreat leader, business owner and somatic therapist. Her deepest passions are non-dual philosophy, community healing and looking at the impacts of spirituality. Her business has been offering meditation traini...

Nicole Merges is the founder of Brightsol Wellness and the creator of Roots to Rise: Release, Reclaim, Rise, a 90-day transformational program designed to help purpose-driven women get out of their own way to uncover the root cause of what’s keeping them stuck, release old patterns, and rise into a life aligned with their deepest truth and power. As a Root Cause Therapist, certified trauma-informe...

Trauma-Aware Parenting — A Conversation with Tara Russell & Melissa Hiemann In this heartfelt and honest episode, Melissa Hiemann and Tara Russell — co-creators of the Trauma-Aware Parenting Course — open up about the real journey of parenting while healing your own inner child. They share candid life updates and reflections on the messy, beautiful balance of raising kids while managing work,...

In this episode of The Centre for Healing Podcast , Mel sits down with Valery Alignment —a multidisciplinary practitioner, mentor, and teacher—for a heartfelt, wide-ranging conversation that feels like two friends having coffee. Together, they explore what it really means to live and work as a trauma-informed practitioner, especially when your life is full (motherhood, business, healing work) and...

Show Notes: Healing with Pets and Humans Guest: Fabienne Wydler In this heartfelt conversation, we explore the powerful and often overlooked relationship between humans and their animal companions—and how healing can unfold on both sides of the leash. Key Takeaways: Our pets often mirror unresolved emotions, unexpressed needs, and weakened boundaries in their human companions, gently holding space...

Podcast Episode: Exploring and Inquiring into Parts Guests: Ryan Hassan & Matt Kay Episode Overview In this insightful episode, Ryan Hassan and Matt Kay guide listeners through the fascinating world of parts work , explaining how different aspects of ourselves form, interact, and influence our behaviours. They share practical tools for relating to these parts with curiosity and compassion, as...

Episode Overview In this insightful episode, Ryan Hassan and Noel Haarburger explore the inner critic—its origins, mechanisms, and how it influences our thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. Listeners are guided through understanding the difference between a healthy conscience and an unhealthy inner critic, learning strategies to engage with it, and cultivating self-compassion and personal resilience...

Understanding Boundaries and Boundary Setting Episode Summary In this insightful episode, Noel Haarburger and Ryan explore the art of setting and maintaining healthy boundaries. They discuss why boundaries matter, how they are shaped by early experiences, and offer practical strategies for cultivating strong, flexible boundary skills. Whether you tend to be overly accommodating or struggle with ri...

Episode Overview In this episode, we explore the transformative approach of trauma-informed parenting. We discuss how to understand trauma, create a safe and attuned environment for your children, recognize and address projected trauma, and implement a practical trauma-informed parenting blueprint to support both you and your child’s emotional growth. Key Takeaways Trauma isn’t only about external...

Episode Overview: In this episode, Ryan Hassan and Matt Kay dive into the transformative world of somatic therapy and share practical insights on how to run an effective session. They explore why working with the body—not just the mind—is essential for addressing trauma, emotional imprints, and deep-seated patterns. Key Topics Covered: Why traditional cognitive approaches alone often fall short in...

Show Notes Summary In this heartfelt and insightful conversation, Melissa connects with trauma-informed practitioner and author Sonia Skewes to explore her powerful journey from hairdressing and community work to creating a deeply healing practice in Penguin, Tasmania. Despite waking up with a cold, Melissa followed her higher self’s guidance and went ahead with the interview- resulting in an auth...

SHOWNOTES Chronic illness is what set Rosalie on her path to study Embodied processing and Somatic therapy as she spent over 10 years searching for answers and ways to find relief, so as a therapist she has a deep passion for holistic healing and the transformational journey toward wholeness.  “I’m endlessly fascinated by the complexities of life , how our experiences shape us, how our bodies...

Show Notes Guest: Dr. Talia Steed Author | Coach | Spiritual Teacher | Former Medical Doctor Dr. Talia Steed supports others through a holistic approach to health — integrating science and spirituality to bring balance to the body, mind, and soul. Areas of Expertise Mind–Body Symptoms / Chronic and Unresolved Health Issues Empaths & Highly Sensitive People Women’s Health — from PMS to Pregnanc...

Episode Title: Healing from Burnout with Neena Saith Shownotes In this episode, we sit down with Neena Saith , a nervous system-informed mind-body practitioner who helps high-achieving individuals untangle the hidden patterns of long-term stress, burnout, and emotional suppression. With a corporate background herself, Neena knows first-hand what it’s like to look successful on the outside while qu...