Destiny Davis LPC CRC

The Chronic Illness Therapist

Health EN ↓ 161 episodes

Disrupting the mental health and medical system for people with chronic, invisible illnesses. We will no longer accept lack of answers, empathy, and guidance from the professionals we are told to trust. It’s not in your head, you are not a burden, and we’ll prove that to you one episode at a time. I'm an Atlanta-based mental health therapist specializing in chronic pain / invisible illnesses. This podcast is for educational and insight purposes only and should not be used as a replacement for mental health treatment. Always seek medical advice before making changes to your health regimens.

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Destiny Davis LPC CRC

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Health

Latest episode

Jul 2, 2026

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Episodes

Ep 52: Finding and Re-finding Yourself with Maureen Kane, MA, LMHC, LCPC 02.03.2024

⁠ Maureen Kane ⁠ is a therapist in Washington state. But more than that, she’s an author and a human. In our second interview, Maureen and I talk about how to start thinking about who you are based on who you were and who you want to be. It’s a journey in figuring out yourself, the hardest and longest journey we’ll ever tackle. Connect with Destiny:   ⁠Instagram⁠ / ⁠Facebook⁠ / ⁠Website⁠ _________...

Ep 51: How To Be Superwoman When You Live With Chronic Pain w/o Flaring Up w/ Destiny Winters LPC CRC 18.02.2024

This podcast episode features Destiny Winters , a therapist specializing in chronic illness. The discussion revolves around the concept of being a 'superwoman' while dealing with chronic pain. Destiny explores the pitfalls of pushing oneself too hard, comparing it to the unpredictability and limitations of superhero powers. She suggests that overexertion often leads to a crash, resulting i...

Ep 51: How To Be Superwoman When You Live With Chronic Pain w/o Flaring Up w/ Destiny Winters LPC CRC 18.02.2024

This podcast episode features ⁠Destiny Winters⁠ , a therapist specializing in chronic illness. The discussion revolves around the concept of being a 'superwoman' while dealing with chronic pain. Destiny explores the pitfalls of pushing oneself too hard, comparing it to the unpredictability and limitations of superhero powers. She suggests that overexertion often leads to a crash, resulting...

Ep 50: Curious About Sound Healing? A Multidimensional Approach to Healing with Sabrina Lemiel 16.02.2024

Connect w/ guest at ⁠ https://sabrinalemiel.com ⁠. Connect with Destiny:   ⁠Instagram⁠ / ⁠Facebook⁠ / ⁠Website⁠ ______________________________ 🤝 RESOURCES & WAYS TO WORK TOGETHER ______________________________ 🩺 FOR HEALTH PROFESSIONALS 💬 Clinical Consultation → ⁠ ⁠The Mastermind⁠⁠ : A free monthly business and clinical consultation group for therapists, PTs, OTs, and RDs specializing in ch...

Ep 50: Curious About Sound Healing? A Multidimensional Approach to Healing with Sabrina Lemiel 16.02.2024

Connect w/ guest at https://sabrinalemiel.com . Connect with Destiny:   ⁠Instagram⁠ / ⁠Facebook⁠ / ⁠Website⁠ ______________________________ 🤝 RESOURCES & WAYS TO WORK TOGETHER ______________________________ 🩺 FOR HEALTH PROFESSIONALS 💬 Clinical Consultation → ⁠ ⁠The Mastermind⁠⁠ : A free monthly business and clinical consultation group for therapists, PTs, OTs, and RDs specializing in chron...

Ep 49: Pelvic Pain, Endometriosis, and Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy with Jandra Mueller 08.02.2024

Connect w/ guest at www.pelvicpainrehab.com . Connect with Destiny:   ⁠Instagram⁠ / ⁠Facebook⁠ / ⁠Website⁠ ______________________________ 🤝 RESOURCES & WAYS TO WORK TOGETHER ______________________________ 🩺 FOR HEALTH PROFESSIONALS 💬 Clinical Consultation → ⁠ ⁠The Mastermind⁠⁠ : A free monthly business and clinical consultation group for therapists, PTs, OTs, and RDs specializing in chronic...

Ep 49: Pelvic Pain, Endometriosis, and Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy with Jandra Mueller 08.02.2024

Connect w/ guest at ⁠ www.pelvicpainrehab.com ⁠. Connect with Destiny:   ⁠Instagram⁠ / ⁠Facebook⁠ / ⁠Website⁠ ______________________________ 🤝 RESOURCES & WAYS TO WORK TOGETHER ______________________________ 🩺 FOR HEALTH PROFESSIONALS 💬 Clinical Consultation → ⁠ ⁠The Mastermind⁠⁠ : A free monthly business and clinical consultation group for therapists, PTs, OTs, and RDs specializing in chro...

Ep 48: Accessible Yoga Therapy for Chronic Pain w/ Missy Kai 06.02.2024

Connect w/ guest at ⁠ thebodyintuitive.com ⁠. Connect with Destiny:   ⁠Instagram⁠ / ⁠Facebook⁠ / ⁠Website⁠ ______________________________ 🤝 RESOURCES & WAYS TO WORK TOGETHER ______________________________ 🩺 FOR HEALTH PROFESSIONALS 💬 Clinical Consultation → ⁠ ⁠The Mastermind⁠⁠ : A free monthly business and clinical consultation group for therapists, PTs, OTs, and RDs specializing in chronic...

Ep 48: Accessible Yoga Therapy for Chronic Pain w/ Missy Kai 06.02.2024

Connect w/ guest at ⁠⁠ thebodyintuitive.com ⁠⁠. Connect with Destiny:   ⁠Instagram⁠ / ⁠Facebook⁠ / ⁠Website⁠ ______________________________ 🤝 RESOURCES & WAYS TO WORK TOGETHER ______________________________ 🩺 FOR HEALTH PROFESSIONALS 💬 Clinical Consultation → ⁠ ⁠The Mastermind⁠⁠ : A free monthly business and clinical consultation group for therapists, PTs, OTs, and RDs specializing in chron...

Ep 47: Navigating Entrepreneurism with Gabrielle Juliano-Villani LCSW 04.01.2024

Gabrielle Juliano-Villani LCSW and I discuss Misconceptions around working with Medicare  Working with older populations  Growing and selling a group practice  Writing notes in a medicare-compliant way. If you can pass a Medicare audit, you can pass any insurance’s audit How medicare audit’s look Retreats and what you can gain from them, especially if you’re experiencing chronic stress and/or burn...

Ep 46: The Reality of Productivity When You’re Chronically Ill + How To Manage w/ Destiny Winters LPC CRC 26.12.2023

In this episode, I explore the challenges of productivity when living with chronic illness. I’ll get into the concept of pacing and share personal insights on self-compassion, finding rhythms, and listening to our body’s signals. Join me as I provide valuable strategies for managing emotions and finding meaning and purpose in your pursuits. Connect with Destiny:   ⁠Instagram⁠ / ⁠Facebook⁠ / ⁠Websi...

Ep 46: The Reality of Productivity When You’re Chronically Ill + How To Manage w/ Destiny Winters LPC CRC 26.12.2023

In this episode, I explore the challenges of productivity when living with chronic illness. I’ll get into the concept of pacing and share personal insights on self-compassion, finding rhythms, and listening to our body’s signals. Join me as I provide valuable strategies for managing emotions and finding meaning and purpose in your pursuits. Connect with Destiny:   ⁠Instagram⁠ / ⁠Facebook⁠ / ⁠Websi...

Ep 45: Beyond the Medical Model: A Mindful Movement Guide to Living Well With Chronic Illness with Lindsay Voorhees OTR/L 08.12.2023

Lindsay Voorhees is an occupational therapist, wellness coach, and mindful movement guide who helps people discover ways to thrive while living with chronic and complex health conditions. She worked for several years in hospital-based Occupational therapy settings, from an inpatient spinal cord injury unit to acute care and outpatient neurologic rehab. After witnessing the gaps and limitations wit...

Ep 44: The Silent Struggles: Chronic Illness, Death Anxiety and Therapy w/ Margaret Pendergrass, LCSW, GC-C 04.12.2023

Connect w/ guest Margaret Pendergrass, LCSW, GC-C . Connect with Destiny:   ⁠Instagram⁠ / ⁠Facebook⁠ / ⁠Website⁠ ______________________________ 🤝 RESOURCES & WAYS TO WORK TOGETHER ______________________________ 🩺 FOR HEALTH PROFESSIONALS 💬 Clinical Consultation → ⁠ ⁠The Mastermind⁠⁠ : A free monthly business and clinical consultation group for therapists, PTs, OTs, and RDs specializing in c...

Ep 43: When Healing Happens w/ Christina Kantzavelos, LCSW, MSW, MLIS 11.11.2023

Understanding one's body involves deciphering fear-based reactions from intuitive ones. Chronic illnesses like MCAS, dysautonomia, and EDS present differently in each person, making every day unpredictable. Christina Kantzavelos and I discuss discuss the pros and cons of neural retraining programs for chronic pain how the therapeutic relationship works within the context of managing chronic il...

Ep 43: The Emotional Journey of Visual Impairment: Identity, Disclosure, and Growth w/ Matthew Reeves APC CRC NCC 27.10.2023

This conversation with Matthew Reeves revolves around the experience of living with low vision and the challenges it presents in various aspects of life. It touches on topics such as job transitions, disclosure of visual impairment, changing family roles, and the emotional impact of visual loss. The importance of support, communication, and finding new ways to connect and contribute is highlighted...

Ep 42: Chronic Illness, Anxiety, Intuition, and The Impact of Trauma on the Body w/ Meg Bearman MA, LPC-MHSP, ATR-P 19.10.2023

In this podcast episode, Meg Bearman MA, LPC-MHSP, ATR-P discusses the connection between physical pain, emotions, and the mind-body relationship. We emphasizes the importance of understanding how physical pain can distract from emotional well-being. Meg also talks about the work she does in integrating trauma therapy and art therapy, highlighting the significance of the mind-body connection in he...

Ep 41: Navigating Health: A Journey of Self-Discovery and Advocacy Around Endometriosis with Dr. Ana Laura Arteaga-Biggs 04.09.2023

In this episode , Dr. Ana Laura Arteaga-Biggs opens up about their experience with endometriosis and adenomyosis, two conditions that significantly impact the lives of countless women. Her story unfolds against a backdrop of adversity and personal growth, highlighting the importance of advocating for women's health. Discovering the Power of Advocacy: In the face of adversity and medical gaslig...

Ep 41: Navigating Health: A Journey of Self-Discovery and Advocacy Around Endometriosis with Dr. Ana Laura Arteaga-Biggs 04.09.2023

In this episode , ⁠ Dr. Ana Laura Arteaga-Biggs ⁠ opens up about their experience with endometriosis and adenomyosis, two conditions that significantly impact the lives of countless women. Her story unfolds against a backdrop of adversity and personal growth, highlighting the importance of advocating for women's health. Discovering the Power of Advocacy: In the face of adversity and medical ga...

Ep 40: Breaking Down Barriers in Lyme Disease Treatment: Expert Interview with Dr. Daniel Cameron 24.08.2023

Dr. Daniel Cameron is a nationally recognized leader for his expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of Lyme disease and other tick-borne illnesses. For more than 34 years, he has been treating adolescents and adults suffering from Lyme disease. Connect with Destiny:   ⁠Instagram⁠ / ⁠Facebook⁠ / ⁠Website⁠ ______________________________ 🤝 RESOURCES & WAYS TO WORK TOGETHER ____________________...

Ep 40: Breaking Down Barriers in Lyme Disease Treatment: Expert Interview with Dr. Daniel Cameron 24.08.2023

⁠ Dr. Daniel Cameron ⁠ is a nationally recognized leader for his expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of Lyme disease and other tick-borne illnesses. For more than 34 years, he has been treating adolescents and adults suffering from Lyme disease. Connect with Destiny:   ⁠Instagram⁠ / ⁠Facebook⁠ / ⁠Website⁠ ______________________________ 🤝 RESOURCES & WAYS TO WORK TOGETHER ________________...

Ep 39: There's Often Grief in Choosing What's Right For You w/ Alicia Dorn MS LCPC 02.07.2023

In this episode Alicia Dorn MS LCPC shares her story with incredibly difficult diagnoses, like Lyme Disease, unrelenting migraines, and Multiple Sclerosis. Through it all, she kept her values and goals close to her heart and made choices with deliberateness and perseverance. Connect with Destiny:   ⁠Instagram⁠ / ⁠Facebook⁠ / ⁠Website⁠ ______________________________ 🤝 RESOURCES & WAYS TO WORK...

Ep 39: The Protective Parts of Chronic Illness: An Internal Family Systems Perspective w/ Emily Klein LCSW 16.06.2023

Emily Klein LCSW and I Join us as we explore the protective roles that various parts of our psyche play in managing chronic conditions. Uncover the emotional and psychological aspects that often go unnoticed, and learn how to approach your own or a loved one's illness with newfound understanding and compassion. Connect with Destiny:   ⁠Instagram⁠ / ⁠Facebook⁠ / ⁠Website⁠ ______________________...

Ep 38: The 7 types of rest and how it applies to those of us with chronic illnesses 11.06.2023

The concept of pacing is so difficult to get down because we get hung up on what we want to do in an ideal world vs what we’re capable of doing. And here’s the thing - the more we do this, the LESS capable we think we are. So there’s a shit ton of of trial and error - trying not to do too much and failing, then finding compassion for yourself AND properly supporting yourself with and during rest....

Ep 37: How to respond when your partner cancels... again w/ Lexi Gross, LCMHC, LCAS, SEP, NCC 30.05.2023

With Lexi Gross LCMHC and Destiny Winters LPC Learn to stop arguing and start connecting. Join us for a live Q&A session where partners of chronically ill folk can come to learn how to respond effectively when plans are repeatedly canceled. Our specialized therapists will provide valuable insights and tips to preventing disappointment and improving connection. You'll learn: Mind-body educa...

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