TMI Talk with Dr. Mary

Dr. Mary interviews pelvic floor physical therapists Dr. Julie Sarton and Dr. Alexa Charbonneau from Sarton Pelvic Healing about common perimenopause/menopause issues they treat, including urinary leakage (stress and urge), dyspareunia (pain with sex), nocturia (peeing at night), constipation, and broader musculoskeletal problems like SI joint pain and frozen shoulder. We discuss how symptoms can...

In this conversation, we unpack the hidden layers of our relationship with food—how it’s shaped by culture, childhood, trauma, biology, and the nervous system.  Gina Worful , Founder of the Mastering Mindfulness Institute , is a registered dietitian who watched countless people struggle inside the conventional health model—white-knuckling their way through diets, blaming themselves when their body...

What begins as a conversation about money mindset turns into a powerful reflection on how we show up for ourselves and others, especially in a time where the world can feel heavy, chaotic, or even hopeless. We explore how our struggles with money often mirror other parts of our lives—like boundaries, control, jealousy, and grief—and how those "annoying people" or triggering moments are o...

Dr. Mary chats with Saundra  Pelletier , CEO of Evofem and creator of Phexxi the first FDA-approved non-hormonal birth control .  What you will learn: Open communication about sex, needs, and pleasure is critical  Women deserve to know their bodies , advocate for what feels good, and unlearn shame . How vaginal dryness is affected during perimenopause and post cancer Connection to self: If you can...

Dan Metcalfe is the Creator / CEO of Total Balance and Born SuperHuman.  This episode is for anyone learning how to love themselves and build resilience during a tough season of life, whether you’re navigating perimenopausal shifts, recovering from an injury, or living with chronic illness What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Why your body is wired to heal—and how to stop getting in its way and affe...

Episode 58: The Aftermath of Cancer: Early Menopause, and Starting Over with Dr. Laura Currens In this raw and deeply personal episode, Dr. Mary sits down with fellow physical therapist and breast cancer survivor Dr. Laura Currens to talk about what really happens after cancer — especially when you're young. Together, they unpack the overlooked realities of survivorship: the sudden dive into...

In this episode, Dr. Mary shares her perimenopause story — from going through chemotherapy at 33, to years of painful periods and confusing symptoms, to finally realizing she had been in perimenopause all along. That turning point reshaped not only how she cares for herself and her clients, but also the direction of this podcast. Dr. Mary is shifting the focus of TMI Talk toward perimenopause and...

I sit with Gabrielle Mullinix, a holistic hairstylist and head spa practitioner, to talk about the unspoken realities of the beauty industry, toxic work environments, and how chronic exposure to chemicals can affect your health.  Gabrielle was also my hairstylist who helped me navigate my hair loss during chemotherapy. I am truly so thankful for her and how much her guidance meant to me at that ti...

I’m joined by Jeremiah Rangel for this episode. We break down how emotional patterns, trauma, and survival strategies get stored in the body, and how most people are unconsciously running their life from old programming they don’t even know they have. About Jeremiah: Jeremiah Rangel is a Master Life & Business Coach. For over 26 years he has successfully helped over 7000+ clients focused on co...

In this episode, Dr. Theresa Pugh and I talk about what’s actually happening in perimenopause, especially the information that isn’t explained clearly. If you're in your 30s or 40s  or you work with women in this age range, this podcast episode is for you. Dr. Theresa Pugh is a board-certified family practitioner with over 20 years of experience in family medicine. She received her MD degree...

I’m joined by Dr. Sally Sarrel to discuss the hidden layers of pelvic pain that often get dismissed, misdiagnosed, or misunderstood. Dr Sallie Sarrel is a pelvic physical therapist and person with endometriosis. After diagnosis took 23 years of sheer frustration with the medical system, Sallie created a practice to be a safe haven for all with endometriosis and its associated disorders.  Together...

We’re calling out the outdated, fear-based, and sometimes downright harmful approaches that still dominate the fitness and rehab industries. I’m joined by Autumn Halazon, a personal trainer, Pilates instructor, and founder of Halazon Fitness with over 27 years of experience. From her early days in a full-contact boxing gym to her evolution into fascia-based, intuitive movement coaching, Autumn bri...

In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Mitch Abrams to talk about the real science behind what we feel but often can’t explain: heart coherence, energetic regulation, and the quantum field’s role in healing. We dive into: What heart coherence actually is—and how it's measurable How your nervous system sets the tone in every session Why compassion and intention shift patient outcomes How the Globa...

I sit down with Dr. Jill Stephenson, an orthopedic and pelvic floor physical therapist, hypermobility/POTS specialist, and the newest member of our ResilientRx team. We dive into the overlap of hypermobility, Ehlers-Danlos, POTS, neurodivergence and sensory processing issues and how these often misdiagnosed or misunderstood patterns can drastically change how someone experiences pain, movement, fa...

We explore a connection most clinicians overlook: the link between the feet and the pelvic floor . Whether you treat pelvic health directly or not, understanding this relationship can drastically improve patient outcomes, especially for those with chronic tightness, pain, or pelvic floor dysfunction. You'll learn how fascia, the nervous system, and postural mechanics all play a role—and why t...

We dig into where traditional gastroenterology often falls short—and how functional medicine can fill in the gaps. I’m joined by Shefaly Ravula, PA-C a Physician Assistant and Functional Medicine Certified Practitioner, who shares how her background in GI and nutrition evolved into a more personalized, whole-person approach. We cover common clinical red flags, what to do when patients have “normal...

In this episode of TMI Talk with Dr. Mary , we dive into one of the most overlooked full-body connections: the link between the jaw (TMJ) and the pelvic floor. If your clients are dealing with jaw tension, clenching, or TMJ issues—there’s a good chance they’re also holding tension in the pelvic floor. And if you’re only treating one site, you're likely missing the full picture.  What You’ll L...

Heather Guidone joins us to help work through all of the noise surrounding endometrosis.  She the Program Director of the Center for Endometriosis Care and a Board Certified professional health Advocate. She has focused on 'bench to beltway to bedside' efforts in endometriosis research funding and facilitation, legislation and policy reform, education, advocacy and activism, patient-cent...

In this episode of TMI Talk, Dr. Mary announces a shift in the focus of her podcast towards addressing health and movement professionals. Dr. Mary highlights the importance of integrating mind, body, and soul in healing practices, especially for chronic pain management. She explores various techniques, including understanding biomechanics, the nervous system, fascia, lymphatic flow, somatics, and...

Dr. Mary sits down with Sue Hitzmann—An internationally recognized educator in neurofascial science, manual therapist, exercise physiologist, and a New York Times Best Seller. They dive into how fascia is more than just “connective tissue”—it's a sensory and structural system that holds the impact of stress, trauma, and unprocessed emotions.  They also talk about grief: Sue shares what she le...

Are you stuck in the chronic pain loop? Tried the meds, scans, and PT—and still in pain? Or are you a rehab pro who’s great with injuries, but struggle with patients in chronic pain? If so, this is the episode for you. Dr. Mary welcomes Dr. Megan Steele, a physical therapist specializing in chronic somato-visceral pain and pain science. They discuss various topics including gut health, chronic pai...

Have you ever left a doctor’s office feeling like something was… off?  Or maybe you were told “we’re going to fix you” without anyone asking what you thought or how you felt. If so, this episode is for you. In this deeply honest and approachable conversation, Dr. Mary sits down with holistic chiropractor Dr. Jocelyne Vo to talk about something that’s not discussed nearly enough: how to find a prac...

In this powerful conversation, Dr. Mary sits down with fellow physical therapist and cancer survivor Shanel Arimilli to unpack how perfectionism, people-pleasing, and chronic stress patterns can silently sabotage your health. Shanel shares her personal journey—how a cancer diagnosis ultimately guided her transformation from a traditional PT to a holistic healer. Together, they explore the intersec...

Dr. Meghan Teed, a physical therapist specializing in scoliosis and a dear friend to Dr. Mary, joins the podcast with Dr. Mary this week. The conversation addresses common myths about scoliosis, such as the misconception that scoliosis can't cause pain or that it can't progress beyond adolescence.  Dr. Meg mentions the role of hormones (especially during peri-menopause) and stress in sco...

In this episode of TMI Talk, Dr. Mary discusses how ignoring our body's signals and harboring resentment can lead to burnout. Dr. Mary is joined by Cait Donovan, the host of Fried the Burnout Podcast and author of 'The Bounce Back Ability Factor.' Cait shares her personal journey from being an acupuncturist to becoming a burnout expert due to her own experiences with burnout and COV...