the tara bixby podcast

Today, I'm hanging out with Dr. Claire Plumbly — Clinical Psychologist, EMDR Consultant, and author of The Trauma of Burnout. She's also the founder of Plum Psychology, a UK-based center specializing in trauma-informed care. In today's episode, we unpack ...   The difference between stress and burnout Why burnout isn't your fault  The invisible load that so many women carry How burnout and trauma...

Today I'm joined by Dr. Jessica Zucker — clinical psychologist, author of "Normalize It" and "I Had a Miscarriage", and a powerful voice in the movement to help women speak openly about what's often left unsaid. Her writing has appeared in The New York Times, The Washington Post, New York Magazine, Vogue, and Harvard Business Review, among others. She's been featured on NPR, CNN, The Today Show, a...

Hey friend.  Today's chat comes straight from my heart to your ears. I'm opening up about why I think we're overcomplicating healing, the 6(ish) things I want you to focus on, why I really dislike when professionals act like they have it all together, and—yes—my strong craving for friendships too Can you do me a favor? I'd love your honest feedback. What do you think about solo episodes? Are they...

If you ever think motherhood is hard, or maybe even hate parts of it, then this episode is a must for you. Today, Dr. Margo Lowy is hanging out with us to help me create a conversation about maternal ambivalence. Dr. Lowy is a mother to three, author of Maternal Ambivalence, and a psychotherapist who specializes in mothering. It's safe to say that maternal ambivalence is her jam as she has spent a...

Hey friends. Today, I'm getting real about the occasional urge that creeps up to self-medicate.  If you found this solosode helpful and know someone who'd benefit from hearing it, please share it with them.  Want to make sure you never miss a solosode? Be sure to follow the tara bixby podcast so all solosodes (and regular episodes) automatically download when released.  Until our next chat, bigges...

Dr. Julia Britz is a licensed naturopathic doctor who specializes in helping people who are struggling with mental health issues such as OCD, eating disorders, and psychiatric medication tapering. She utilizes natural and integrative modalities including targeted amino acid therapy, peptide therapy, micronutrient therapy, bioresonance, botanical medicine, and epigenetic analysis. As a "hopeless ca...

Hey, friends. Since having a baby, I'm all about normalizing the hard parts of motherhood, and today Danika Brysha is helping me do just that. Danika is America's leading Self-Care Expert and founder of Self-Care Society and Model Meals. She is a 3x Wellness Entrepreneur, former Plus Size Fashion Model for brands like Bare Minerals, Old Navy, and Lands End, Host of the Podcast and YouTube series "...

I'm excited for you to hear my chat with the brilliant Dr. Kim Gorgens. Dr. Gorgens is a board-certified rehabilitation psychologist and Professor of Psychophysiology, Clinical Neuropsychology, and Psychology of Criminal Behavior at the University of Denver. She manages a large portfolio of brain injury-related research and has lectured extensively on those issues around the world. She has a 2010...

Today's conversation is a special one. The hosts of the Just Stay Podcast, Kenzie and Brandee, are here to share how mental health has impacted their lives. Kenzie's story resonated with me when she discussed her postpartum mental health experience, which included postpartum psychosis and a stay at a behavioral health center. Kenzie gets raw about her mental health struggles and her journey toward...

God gave me a mic, and I'm gonna use it.  Today, I'm sharing a few thoughts on psych meds, why I want the mental health narrative to change, why I'm passionate, and why I never want you to give up on hope.  If you love today's solosode, please share it with someone you know will love it too.  Need a friend? Come hang out with me on  Insta . I'll gladly be your friend!  Until next time, biggest hug...

Today, the fantastic Julia Hotz is hanging out with us to unpack all things social prescribing and why it's time to update the sort of prescriptions that are being given out. Julia is a solutions-focused journalist based in New York. Her stories have appeared in The New York Times, WIRED, Scientific American, The Boston Globe, Time, and more. She helps other journalists report on the big new ideas...

Hey, friends.  In today's solosode, I'm teaching you why I'm obsessed with these two words... choose again. I'm also sharing why you need to become obsessed with them, too. Love this solosode? Please share it with everyone you know. Want to make sure you never miss a future solosode? Be sure to hit subscribe so all future episodes automatically download.  Until our next chat... biggest hugs.  Join...

If you're a momma who wants to hit pause on your career to be home with your little one, this episode is for you.  Today, Neha Ruch is hanging out with us to give you all the tips and tricks on how to hit pause on your career post-kids and come back stronger than ever when you're ready. Neha is a thought leader, influencer, speaker, author of The Power Pause, and momma of two. She's also the found...

Hey, friends.  Today's solosode is all about... My new "why" How I stumbled upon this new "why"  Why you need a solid foundation  How I'm going to help you get said solid foundation If you love this solosode, please share it with anyone and everyone you know. Also... be sure to hit subscribe so you never miss a solosode in the future.  Biggest hugs.  Join my cozy community on Substack... https://c...

I'm so excited for you to hear today's conversation with Brittany Piper. Brittany is a speaker, author, Somatic Experiencing® Practitioner, the voice behind the wildly popular @healwithbritt account over on Instagram, and an expert in sexual violence prevention and trauma-informed care. Her book, Body-First Healing, is a science-backed roadmap for trauma recovery and nervous system regulation. She...

This conversation gave me goosebumps. No joke. I know you're going to love it. Let me tell you a little bit about my friend Kelsey. First  of all , she's an amazing human with the most calming presence. She's also one of Hollywood's leading wellness experts, a momma, an inspirational speaker, the author of the book Burning Bright, the founder of the Pure Joy app, and a philanthropist who has been...

And we're back, friends! I'm so excited to be back hanging out with you guys again. To say I missed you is an understatement.  In today's "solosode ( solo episode )," I'm chatting about...  Why I changed the podcast name (it used to be called the courageously.u podcast). What my intention is for this show, and how I'm on a mission to make it a top-rated mental health podcas t. My recent struggles...

Friends, I'm coming back... in May. May just feels right.  Hit play to hear about why I chose May, what the podcast will look like going forward, and why I want a name change.  ... and be sure to follow the podcast so you don't miss any episodes when they return.  See you in May!!  

I have something to tell you... ...and I want to take you on this new journey with me.  Enjoy!   Need a safe space for community? Come hang out with me on Substack.. . https://courageouslyu.substack.com/ You can also hang out with me on Instagram... https://www.instagram.com/courageously.u/  

Hey, friends! I'm so excited for you to hear today's chat with the fantastic Elizabeth Lesser. Elizabeth is the author of several bestselling books, including Cassandra Speaks, Broken Open, and Marrow. She's also the cofounder of Omega Institute, which is recognized internationally for its workshops and conferences in wellness, spirituality, creativity, and social change. She has given two popular...

Dr. Ari Calhoun is a Naturopathic Doctor specializing in neurodevelopment and pediatric neuropsychology. Her  expertise lies in perinatal and early development optimization, emphasizing prevention in neurodevelopmental health. Recognizing the complex relationship between the immune system and neurodevelopment, she co-founded the Vaccine Empowerment Program, supporting parents in making informed va...

Today, Dr. Marilyn Sanders is hanging out with us to help me create a conversation about the impact trauma has on a child's developing nervous system.  Dr. Sanders is a board-certified pediatrician, neonatologist, author, scholar, and educator. She provides clinical care for critically ill newborns, infants, and young children at Connecticut Children's Medical Center in Hartford, Connecticut. As a...

Today, the hilarious Caitlin Murray is joining me on the show to discuss all things motherhood. Caitlin is a humorist, writer, podcaster, future author, mother of three, wife of one, and voice behind the wildly popular Instagram account Big Time Adulting.  We're talking about...  What Caitlin does to maintain her sanity How she navigated her son's cancer How sharing her real feelings with the worl...

Hey, friends! Today the brilliant Dr. Jodie Skillicorn is hanging out with us to help me create a conversation on how you can holistically heal depression.  Dr. Skillicorn is a holistic, integrative psychiatrist and author of Healing Depression without Medications: A Psychiatrist's Guide to Balancing Mind, Body, and Soul. She integrates conventional medical training with evidence-based holistic me...

Today the beyond brilliant Brigid Titgemeier is hanging out with us to help me create a conversation about the impact diet and lifestyle has on our mental health.  Brigid is a Functional Medicine Registered Dietitian, Entrepreneur, professor, and Mom who is on a mission to help you use food to create health. She is the CEO and Founder of Being Functional Nutrition, a digital coaching company that...