Trust and Thrive

Roxanna Safdia is the founder of The Black Sheep Survives. She has been consulting victims and survivors of abuse since 2016. Roxanna has earned her Master of Science in Conflict Analysis and Resolution. She lives in Houston, TX with her husband and 9-year-old twins. In this episode, Roxanna opens up about her experience growing up with a narcissistic parent. She defines what narcissism is and sig...

In this solo episode, I touch on the idea of living life as an experiment - seeing our failures as learning experiences and truly embracing one's journey - the good and the bad. We're so hard on ourselves, believing that we have to have life figured out. In reality, the whole point of life is making all the mistakes, learning from them, giving ourselves a safe space to reflect and grow,...

Thomas Gagliano holds a Master’s degree in social work, Bachelor’s degree in business, and a C-MAT certificate in drugs and alcohol. He is also the author of The Problem Was Me, with Dr. Abraham Twerski, and Don’t Put Your Crap in Your Kid’s Diaper: The Clean Up Cost Can Last a Lifetime. As a young man, Thomas became a successful entrepreneur with a proven track record in small business ventures i...

Dr. Anna Kress is a licensed Clinical Psychologist with over fifteen years of experience providing psychotherapy. She completed her training as a Postdoctoral Fellow in Princeton University and is in private practice in Princeton, NJ. Dr. Kress provides therapy for young adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, and trauma. She also writes a blog and presents workshops that focus on emotional...

Julianne Vaccaro is a Certified Somatic Sexologist and Women's Holistic Health & Life Mentor out of Denver, Colorado. Through gut & hormone supporting nutrition, natural supplementation, feminine embodiment, and trauma reprogramming, Julianne guides women to create their dream life in a body they love. Through Julianne's founded methodology, the Goddess Approach™, she walks with...

Patrick DeNicola is a Sleep Efficiency Specialist. In his own words: "A great man once asked me, 'Is it divine action to give to those who have not asked to receive?' My journey to holistic wellness living started under the guidance of my father, who through practices of nutrition, meditation, karate, tai chi and knowledge of ancient history and philosophy, helped me lay a foundatio...

We're all feeling afraid, confused, anxious, and lost on what's next. With that said, I hope you know you're not alone. In this episode, I share my current experience with social distancing, staying at home, and dealing with my anxious thoughts at this time. The unknown can be terrifying; as hard as it is, we should aim to embrace the situation for what it is and do our part. Please...

Dr. April Moreno is a researcher and professional in public health and autoimmune integrative wellness.  She is the host of the Sisterhood of Limitless Living podcast and is the founder and executive director of the Autoimmune Community Institute. She lives in Southern California with her husband and giant schnauzer service dog, Wellington. In this episode, Dr. April shares her knowledge and thoug...

Alexandra H. Solomon, PhD, is the author of Taking Sexy Back: How to Own Your Sexuality and Create the Relationships You Want (February 2, 2020; New Harbinger) and Loving Bravely: 20 Lessons of Self-Discovery to Help You Get the Love You Want (2017; New Harbinger), which was featured on the TODAY show. Alexandra lives in the greater Chicago area, where she is a clinical assistant professor in the...

Steve Kahan is a serial entrepreneur who has had great success moving from the corporate world, early in his career, to the startup world. Steve has successfully helped six start-up companies grow from early-stage development to going public or being sold, resulting in more than $3 billion in shareholder value. He is currently the CMO at Thycotic, which will become the seventh. Steve inspires team...

Shannon L. Werner, Ph. D. is a Systems Biologist, Reiki Energy Healer, Transformational Nutrition Coach, and the Founder of Relevate, a San Diego-based Barre and Pilates studio. Shannon believes in food as medicine, the healing power of movement and community, and that the future of holistic healing lies in bridging science and spirituality. In this episode, Shannon shares her story - on how she w...

It's been quite a while since we've chatted one-on-one. I'm excited to share this solo episode with you all! In this episode, I touch on limiting beliefs and reflecting on one's narrative. It's common to follow a narrative that may not bring out the best in us - but because it's what we know, we may just go along and do what we can to make it our reality. I also share...

Sharon Peykar is a psychotherapist and Life Coach based in Los Angeles, CA.  She works with individuals experiencing challenges related to breakups, dating, & family relationships.  By creating an empathic space for self-discovery and self-acceptance, Sharon helps individuals develop healthy relationships with themselves and others. She promotes safety, transparency, and tools to empower her c...

Keah Brown is a journalist, freelance writer, and the creator of #DisabledAndCute. She is also the author of The Pretty One: On Life, Pop Culture, Disability, and Other Reasons to Fall in Love with Me. In The Pretty One , Keah muses on popular culture and media, family bonds, romantic relationships, and other universal human experiences. With wit and charm, Keah aims to shift the current culture a...

After losing both of her parents to brain cancer in the last two years, when she was just 26 and 28 years old, Rachel Reichblum started her growing Instagram account, @thatgoodgrief . On her page, Rachel shares quotes that have resonated with her, reflections on her day-to-day with grief, and professional resources she's found to be really wonderful.  In Rachel's words, "I'm ju...

Ashley Nell Tipton is a Fashion Designer and the Winner of Project Runway Season 14. Ashley was born in sunny, beautiful San Diego, CA in 1991. She has 3 siblings and a large extended family. Family and living the California lifestyle were crucial elements in her upbringing. Her passion for fashion started at a very young age. She learned to sew on her grandmother’s sewing machine when she was jus...

Mandy Saligari, MSc, BACP, SMMPP, NCAC, is a Therapist, author, broadcaster and the Co-Founder of Charter Harley Street. Mandy came into addiction recovery in 1990, opening her own therapy practice in 1998, along with co-founding Charter in 2008 using her pioneering model of care outlined in her book 'Proactive Parenting,' a bestseller in its category (Published by Orion Spring and avail...

Sarah Knight’s first book, The Life-Changing Magic of Not Giving a Fuck , has been published in more than thirty languages, and her TEDx talk, “The Magic of Not Giving a Fuck,” has more than six million views. All of the books in her No Fucks Given Guides series have been international bestsellers, including Get Your Shit Together, which was on the New York Times bestseller list for sixteen weeks....

What a year it's been! To you, all the listeners, and to all the guests who took the time to share their story, I appreciate you. Thank you for being here and for a being a part of this journey. I hope you enjoy this compilation of clips from every guest episode. These were some of my favorite clips from each interview and hopefully, this episode can help you feel inspired going into the new...

Happy Holidays! In this episode, I discuss the many expectations that come with the holidays and the new year approaching. Although the holidays are a time of joy, they can also be triggering and not the most positive time for everyone. I share some personal thoughts on this time of year that can hopefully help you feel less alone. In addition, I touch on the pressure of new year's resolution...

Jake Ernst, MSW, is a Registered Social Worker, writer, and psychotherapist interested in exploring and sharing lived experiences. He works in Toronto, Canada. Jake is interested in unexplored feelings, unprocessed trauma, and unmet attachment needs in childhood as catalysts for mental unhealth and unwellness.  Through his writing, Jake seeks to explore the bold and vulnerable experiences which ar...

Laila Alawa is the Founder and CEO of The Tempest, the fastest-growing media company changing the global narrative of diverse millennial women. The Tempest connects millions of people daily with thousands of female thought leaders on every issue under the sun, disrupting the global media status quo. In 2017, Laila presented a TED Talk, The Secret Behind World Domination. In 2018, she was named to...

In this solo episode, I share some of my most recent experiences with rejection and disappointment. I share how many of my "rejection" filled moments led to some of the best experiences or outcomes in my life. I've chosen to see rejection as protection from the universe -  a sign to redirect and try something new. Even if it doesn't seem like it in the moment, things always end...

Alison Seponara, MS, LPC is a licensed psychotherapist in private practice located in Lafayette Hill, PA. Alison specializes in cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness for women who struggle with anxiety related to a life transition. She also works closely assisting children with special needs. Along with her private practice, Alison has created an amazing social media brand all about how to...

Phillip J. Roundtree, MSW, MS is a dynamic and engaging speaker & Master’s Level Clinician, who has been practicing professionally since 2005. He is also the Founder of Quadefy LLC, a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing empowerment services to enhance the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual strength of an individual, team, and/or business. He has recognized society’s lack of e...