The Dr. Sylvia K Show

It's seems like the majority of us have fallen right back into our patterns of "busy-ness" or chasing something.   Some of us are chasing our dreams, our future selves, or even the idea of a partner that can somehow fill the void of "not enough-ness." The idea that we are not enough, creates a deep sense of wounding within our psyche.  What is the cure for this endless cyc...

This is not a light topic or a short podcast episode. In 1 hour and 19 minutes, Mikah and I get personal and have a lengthy conversation about the intricacies of loneliness,  Generation Z,  and narcissistic fathers. Mikah is the host of the Podcast Exploring w/  Mikah , a home for those on their Self-Growth Journey to Inner Peace & Love life. His purpose for his podcast and Instagram account i...

In episode 2 of season 2, you will meet Anne Riesling,  a female entrepreneur, athlete, people lover, finance geek and social media strategist.  Anne and I have a heart to heart conversation about the power of human connection, conquering fear, the journey and action steps towards believing in yourself, and the tools that we use to manifest the things that light us up.  Believing in yourself is no...

Hi there!  I’m back with a new podcast season and brief episode to kick off January.  In episode 18, on The Dr. Sylvia K Show Podcast, I talk about utilizing your value system to help you create new behaviors that will support both a mental and physical detox.  For me , values, refer to what’s most important to you in your life right now.  When you start to use your own personal values as guide po...

Loneliness is a real thing.  And it’s a growing public health concern worldwide.  According to a global survey, about 33 percent of adults experienced feelings of loneliness worldwide .  A new survey from Ipsos shows how the COVID-19 pandemic has affected mental wellbeing, community support, and loneliness around the world. Globally, two in five people (41%) report becoming lonelier over the last...

In episode 16, you'll meet Audrey Stimpson, internationally published master photographer by trade who has now made it her sole mission to share her story of Adderall addiction and how she freed herself after 23 years.     Audrey shares her life experiences, research, and her journey to becoming adderall free.  In this episode you'll learn more about: ·        How trauma can manifest its...

In episode 15, on The Dr. Sylvia K Show Podcast, London Papamichael,  creator of BODY BY LONDON defines "relentless bravado" and shares  raw, honest, and inspiring stories.  If you’ve ever experienced setbacks in your life or have felt discouraged from believing in yourself - this is a MUST LISTEN episode.  Maybe you don’t even know “how” to believe in yourself or what that can look like...

Episode 14 captures an engaging and soulful chat with guest speaker Mark Thomas. @markthomas_itstartswithyou  Mark shares a little bit about his life story including growing pains, divorce, overcoming addiction, break throughs, choosing sobriety and wellness, loneliness,  and transformation.  Listen all the way through to hear more about Mark’s experience of getting in touch with his own lonelines...

Episode 13 with CNN senior writer, Lisa Respers France, is truly a dream come true. Lisa gifts us with her humor, personal stories, and powerful messages--reminding us of things that matter most.  In this episode, Lisa graciously shares her story of grief over losing her beloved father to Covid and the impact that it had on her health journey.  With her tender stories, ability to make others laugh...

Episode 12 is about the Internal Family Systems psychotherapy model that is powerfully transformative. This model of therapy highlights that our "inner parts" contain valuable qualities and our core Self knows how to heal, allowing us to become integrated and whole.  In this episode you’ll learn more about :  How parts of ourselves learn to adapt and react to certain environments to surv...

Episode 11 with Scott Tatum, nomad, hiker, explorer and founder of @ucanoutdoors is like going on an adventurous hiking trail with hills, curves, switchbacks, and awesome discovery.  In this podcast interview, Scott shares his story and "history" candidly. From being the son of a therapist who was working through her own childhood trauma, to being the son of an alcoholic father, to helpi...

This episode, by far, is one of the most powerful and moving podcast interviews I've ever done. That's the gift you're presented with when you get to speak to Vasavi - the real power of being authentically yourself  shows up.  In this episode, Vasavi shares with us how she speaks to her inner child, aka her "daughter," and tells  real life stories and experiences that demo...

The word co-dependency has often gotten a bad rap and can bring up different reactions in people. In episode 9, therapist and relationship expert Jessica Baum, LMHC deconstructs attachment styles and humanizes the "C" words: co-dependency and connection. Listen all the way through to hear Jessica's powerful closing message that just might revolutionize the way we think about relatio...

This is short 10 minute raw, off the cuff, and unfancy introduction. Just me, Sylvia. Without the Ph. D. fluff and academic language. In this episode, I briefly talk about PTSD, C-PTSD, and ADHD and what they all share in common--some form of unprocessed and or unhealed trauma. My recent reel that I created on Instagram, about unhealed childhood trauma, shows that so many people can relate to this...

September is all about Self-awareness and Self-discovery.  In this episode, you'll meet Dr. Clare McCord, author, educator, wellness practitioner, and consultant who believes that it’s time for a Renaissance: time to learn new skills, behaviors, and ways of thinking that can take you to the next level in your work, life, and relationship with Self. Dr. McCord’s education and discoveries in th...

Ready for Overthinking Part 2?  Let’s dive deeper into where overthinking stems from--the false idea that you are not good enough and learn how you can transform this limited belief through introspection and therapy.  Erika Smith, LMHC is going to lead you through a healing inspired conversation about the power of self-introspection, core beliefs, and transforming your perspective on your “enoughn...

Have you ever expressed your feelings or perspective and you felt like the person you were talking to didn’t quite understand or fully listen to you? It feels like they’re dismissing your thoughts, or feelings, essentially invalidating your experience. That’s exactly what we’re talking about today on the Dr. Sylvia K Show with Dr. Porshia Cunningham, LMFT.  We often seek validation in places that...

Where are my overthinkers at?  Listen, as an overthinker myself, I know how easy it is to get caught up in those rumination waves. The task that should’ve taken you 10 minutes took 2 hours. Something your friend said is playing over and over in your head.  You worry someone won’t show up, go over all the things that could go wrong, or chase the thought that somehow that thing isn’t going to work! ...

It’s no secret that grief is a part of life, but that doesn’t mean you have to brave it on your own.  Meet Gina Moffa, a licensed clinical social worker who’s passionate about the human condition and seeks any avenue with her clients that leads to a feeling of deeper connectedness with themselves and others. Gina specializes in grief and loss, trauma, and PTSD, running her private practice in New...

In this week’s episode of The Dr. Sylvia K Show, I want to talk to you about the power of intentional living.  Meet Jose Duncan, writer, professional Fitness trainer, and host of The Unnatural Born Leader Podcast. In this episode, Jose talks about his journey through writing his first book, The Greatest Fight Within and how it has provided him and his clients tools, purpose, and intentional living...

Welcome to The Dr. Sylvia K Show! In my very first episode, I want to talk to you about the pain points that can be holding us back from growing.  That’s where my very first guest comes in.  In this episode, Dina Scippa - Certified Empowerment coach, mentor, and founder of Enough labs - and I are naming some of the most common pain points we face in life, such as not feeling good enough . We dive...