Transforming and Thriving

Join your co-hosts Brooke and Stacie on "Transforming and Thriving" for a deeply moving and powerful conversation with Nicole Sheard, a dedicated school principal, mother, and lifelong resident of the Los Angeles area. In this episode, Nicole shares the harrowing "before and after" moment that changed her life forever: the day the Palisades Fire swept through her community, destroying the home whe...

Join your cohosts Neelia and Stacie on "Transforming and Thriving" for a vital conversation with Dr. Dana Culp, the founder of Thrive Midlife Medicine. Dr. Dana is a Doctor of Nursing Practice and a Certified Menopause Expert who is on a mission to ensure no woman feels unheard or frustrated during the transition into midlife. In this episode, Dr. Dana shares her powerful "before and after" moment...

Join your host Neelia on Transforming and Thriving for a gripping conversation with Sylvie Beljanski, a French lawyer who walked away from her legal career to protect a legacy of integrative health and cancer research. Connecting with us from New York, Sylvie shares a story that feels like it belongs in a thriller—but for her, it was a reality that changed her identity forever. In this powerful ep...

Join your host, Brooke , on Transforming and Thriving for an incredibly powerful and inspiring conversation with Patricia Wenskunas , the founder and CEO of Crime Survivors, Inc. Patricia's mission was born from her own survival of a violent attack in 2002 by her personal trainer, who threatened to kill her and her 12-year-old son. This horrific experience was the ultimate "before and after" momen...

Join your cohosts Neelia and Stacie on "Transforming and Thriving" for an inspiring conversation with Courtney Cretikos (Director of Strategy and Development) and Kerri Hatfield (President) of the Kure It Women's Guild ! Their journey is a powerful testament to the impact that everyday women can have on the community, particularly in the fight against cancer. In this insightful episode, Courtney a...

"A story shared is a burden halved and a light doubled." In this special "Best-Of" reflection episode of Transforming and Thriving , Neelia pulls back the curtain on a year of profound growth. This isn't just a recap; it’s a love letter to the human spirit’s ability to bend without breaking. Neelia has curated a tapestry of the most raw, courageous, and unforgettable moments that sparked healing,...

Join your cohosts Brooke and Neelia on "Transforming and Thriving" for an incredibly personal and insightful conversation with the inspiring Dr. Arreanna Marko , a chiropractor and holistic healer with a deep passion for whole-body wellness. In this powerful episode, Dr. Marko takes us through a significant "before and after" turning point in her life: the holistic way of thinking about health she...

Join your cohosts Brooke and Stacie on "Transforming and Thriving" for an enlightening conversation with the incredible Tawnya Vickery, a certified Pilates instructor and our first returning guest, back by popular demand! With her gift for helping people reconnect with their bodies, Tawnya dives deep into how movement can become a powerful tool for self-discovery, healing, and transformation. In t...

Join hosts Neelia and Stacie on "Transforming and Thriving" for a return visit with the inspiring Erin Koppel ! Initially a guest on EPISODE 8: Perseverance and Overcoming the Loss of a Parent , Erin is back to share a completely new, yet highly relatable, chapter of her life focused on navigating external expectations and societal pressures on young women and embracing her own timeline.  Erin Kop...

Join your cohosts Neelia and Stacie on "Transforming and Thriving" for a truly profound and inspiring conversation with Silvia Resnik , a transformational coach and the founder of the EmpowerHer project. Silvia helps women who feel burnt out and disconnected to find their purpose and joy. In this powerful episode, Silvia shares her major "before and after" moment: a trip to Tanzania that led to a...

Join your host Brooke on "Transforming and Thriving" for a deeply insightful conversation with Katie Gerwel, a licensed professional counselor and the owner of Healthy Roots Counseling. Brooke shares her personal connection to Katie's work, expressing her anticipation for the episode as she navigates her own perinatal journey. In this episode, Katie shares a pivotal “before and after” moment in he...

Join your host Neelia on "Transforming and Thriving" for a powerful and deeply moving conversation with Jenn Loyd , a personal stylist and founder of Accessory To Love. Jenn, who empowers women to feel like the main character through curated style and bold accessories, gets incredibly personal as she shares her journey through profound grief and transformation. In this episode, Jenn opens up about...

Join your cohosts Stacie and Brooke on "Transforming and Thriving" for a profound and deeply personal conversation with Katie Estberg , integrative healing practitioner and Doctoral Candidate in Clinical Psychology. Brooke shares how a professional connection with Katie blossomed into a meaningful friendship rooted in a shared commitment to helping others, praising Katie’s warmth, intelligence, an...

Join your cohosts Neelia and Brooke on "Transforming and Thriving" for a deeply personal and insightful conversation with Isabel Witter—an artist, author, and an individual bravely navigating a profound internal transformation. In this episode, Isabel shares her journey of rewiring a lifelong overactive fear response, learning to set boundaries, and loving herself enough to end toxic relationships...

READ BELOW TO HEAR ABOUT OUR EXCITING ANNOUNCEMENT! Join your cohosts Brooke and Stacie on "Transforming and Thriving" for a truly profound and inspiring conversation with Susan Parmelee, Licensed Clinical Social Worker and the Executive Director of the Wellness & Prevention Center. Susan has long been a mentor and inspiration in the local community and schools, recognized for her visionary le...

Join your cohosts Neelia and Brooke on "Transforming and Thriving" for an incredibly inspiring conversation with Dr. Joy Bhat. Brooke, who has followed her journey for years, shares how Dr. Joy’s energy, insight, and authenticity have always stood out. In this powerful episode, Dr. Joy, a physician specializing in weight loss, longevity, and lifestyle medicine, opens up about the major "before and...

Join your cohosts Neelia Heydt and Stacie Weaver on "Transforming and Thriving" for a truly profound and inspiring conversation with Maryanne Hibner, Founder and Chief Creative Officer of Hibner Design Group. Beyond her incredible professional accomplishments, Maryanne has deeply inspired Neelia with her commitment to community impact and thoughtful generosity, pushing her to become more philanthr...

Join your cohosts Neelia and Brooke on "Transforming and Thriving" for an incredibly powerful and inspiring conversation with Casey Kang. Casey is a three-time survivor of acute lymphoblastic leukemia and a stroke survivor, whose life took a drastic "before and after" turn with her first cancer diagnosis.   In this deeply personal episode, Casey bravely shares her remarkable journey of facing her ...

Join your cohosts Neelia and Stacie on "Transforming and Thriving" for a deeply insightful conversation with the remarkable Natasha Drukarova Denmark, a mother of two, wife, tenure-track professor, and a woman with a rich tapestry of passions. In this episode, Natasha bravely shares her profound experience of immigrating to the U.S. with her family under religious asylum at the young age of six. S...

Join host Brooke Sacchetti as she warmly welcomes Britt Brandon, a seasoned wellness expert with over two decades in the industry. With a wealth of certifications in fitness and nutrition, Britt has empowered over 10,000 women globally and authored an impressive 23 books on various health topics! In this inspiring episode, Britt delves into her latest book, "She Rises & Thrives: Loving Life In...

Join cohosts Neelia and Stacie as we welcome Anne-Michelle Frances, a powerhouse entrepreneur who transformed her life after grieving multiple major losses, including her best friend. Witness her extraordinary metamorphosis as she reveals the raw, unfiltered truth of rebuilding life after the shattering death of her dearest friend, all while shouldering the immense responsibility of motherhood. An...

Join Brooke Sacchetti and Neelia Heydt on "Transforming and Thriving" for an inspiring conversation with intuitive business coach and hypnotherapist, Claudia Whitney. Claudia shares her powerful journey of reinvention, particularly her move back to the states to start her coaching business while navigating the uncertainties of motherhood. She candidly discusses hitting rock bottom, battling fear a...

Join your hosts Brooke and Stacie on "Transforming and Thriving" as they share a deeply moving conversation with Elizabeth Abraham. In this episode, Elizabeth bravely opens up about the devastating loss of her son in his 30s to a tragedy that occurred unexpectedly during a hike. She shares the raw shock of that middle-of-the-night news and the long, challenging journey to finding her "new normal."...

Join your cohosts Brooke Sacchetti and Stacie Weaver on "Transforming and Thriving" as they share a deeply moving conversation with Lindsay Lyon, a working mother of 3 and longtime friend of Brooke. In this episode, Lindsay courageously and candidly shares her powerful story of overcoming years of unhealthy eating and exercise habits and developing a healthier relationship with her body. Lindsay b...

Join Stacie and Neelia on "Transforming and Thriving" as they interview Joree Rose, a marriage and family therapist, mindfulness teacher, podcaster, and author, who shares her deeply personal journey of healing after divorce and the path to cultivating authentic connection with herself and others. Joree opens up about her early childhood trauma and loss as well as her more recent divorce from her...