Tara Montazeri, LMFT
Trust and Thrive
Welcome to Trust and Thrive! I'm Tara Montazeri, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and host of the podcast. Through honest conversations, solo episodes, and interviews with guests, we explore topics related to mental health, relationships, OCD/anxiety, self-compassion, and the messy, nuanced parts of being human. I hope these conversations can help you feel curious, connected, understood, and less alone. Thank you for being here! Instagram and TikTok: @trustandthrive; Email: trustandthrive@gmail.com
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Tara Montazeri, LMFT
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Jul 9, 2026
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Episodes
211: Reflecting on How Far You've Come 13.07.2023 17:24
We're back with a new solo episode today. I share some personal updates, life changes, and feelings that have come up for me during this transitional period. Don't forget to download a free worksheet on boundary guilt: Download a FREE Boundary Guilt Worksheet INSTA: @trustandthrive TIKOK: @trustandthrive TWITTER: @trustandthrive FACEBOOK: bit.ly/FBtaramont WEBSITE: www.tara-mont.com EMA...
210: Pregnancy & Postpartum Mental Health - with Heidi McBain, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist 29.06.2023 39:27
Heidi McBain is a Texas Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Texas Licensed Professional Counselor. She also has a Perinatal Mental Health Certification through Postpartum Support International. She specializes in maternal mental health, and focuses on mental wellness for moms during pregnancy, postpartum and throughout motherhood. Heidi has been married for 21 years. She has two teenage kid...
209: It's Okay to Not Be Okay - Mental Health Check-In 22.06.2023 19:51
Hi all! This episode is an especially vulnerable one. I share how I've been struggling a bit more with my mental health recently and I touch on what I've been doing to take care of myself. However you are feeling, you are not alone. I just released a new free boundary guilt worksheet, with a list of reflection questions I have used in my own life. I hope it can be helpful to you on your...
208: Surviving Boundary Guilt & Discomfort 15.06.2023 24:37
In this episode, I share my experience with managing boundary guilt and the discomfort that comes with having uncomfortable conversations. For my fellow recovering people pleasers, you're not alone. Download a FREE Boundary Worksheet INSTA: @trustandthrive TIKOK: @trustandthrive TWITTER: @trustandthrive FACEBOOK: bit.ly/FBtaramont WEBSITE: www.tara-mont.com EMAIL: trustandthrive@gmail.com
207: Healing Mother & Father Wounds - with Denise Brady, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist 08.06.2023 38:41
Denise Brady is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. She has been practicing therapy since 2009 and her passion is working with marginalized communities. She started her career in South Los Angeles working with chronically mentally ill populations. Currently, Denise uses EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapy to assist her clients in reprocessing traumatic experiences...
206: Craving Change & Embracing Uncertainty 01.06.2023 28:09
Hi all! In this episode, I share feelings that have come up for me, while on my recent trip to NYC. I open up about feeling stuck, motivated, inspired, sad, and many mix of emotions. Download a FREE Boundary Worksheet INSTA: @trustandthrive TIKOK: @trustandthrive TWITTER: @trustandthrive FACEBOOK: bit.ly/FBtaramont WEBSITE: www.tara-mont.com EMAIL: trustandthrive@gmail.com
205: Exploring Immigrant Identity & Belonging - with Phebe Brako-Owusu, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist 25.05.2023 45:01
Phebe Brako-Owusu, an award-winning Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, was born and raised in Ghana. She is licensed to see clients in Washington and Washington DC. Her passion for helping immigrants build a home away from home led her into private practice in 2016, and in 2021 she founded 253 Therapy and Consult in University Place, WA to mentor the next generation of therapists. Phebe speci...
204: Focusing on Baby Steps & Consistency 18.05.2023 17:35
In this solo episode, I share my recent feelings of impatience, senioritis, and overwhelm. I'm working on being more present, accepting where I am on my journey, and celebrating my wins. It's easy to be focused on what to do next. Don't forget to celebrate how far you've come. Download a FREE Boundary Worksheet INSTA: @trustandthrive TIKOK: @trustandthrive TWITTER: @trustandthr...
203: When Mother's Day is Tough 11.05.2023 17:26
To anyone who is grieving and/or feeling sad, angry, confused, however you feel about Mother's Day, your feelings are valid. I see you and am sending you love. Hope this episode can bring you some comfort and remind you that you are not alone. Download a FREE Boundary Worksheet INSTA: @trustandthrive TIKOK: @trustandthrive TWITTER: @trustandthrive FACEBOOK: bit.ly/FBtaramont WEBSITE: www.tara...
202: Practicing Financial Self-Care - with Jordan Madison, Licensed Clinical Marriage & Family Therapist 04.05.2023 46:36
Jordan A. Madison, LCMFT, is a licensed clinical marriage and family therapist in Maryland and DC. She owns and practices at Therapy Is My J.A.M., LLC, a private practice that helps individuals and couples heal from their pasts to understand their present and create the future they desire. She is Prepare/Enrich certified, and also trained in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy...
201: Connecting with Your Authentic Self - with Deana Panza, Holistic Therapist & Coach 27.04.2023 41:38
Deana Panza is a holistic therapist and coach who helps people reconnect with their most authentic selves through compassion, self-awareness, and exploration. For nearly a decade, Deana has been collaborating with people to empower them to take back control of their lives by helping them get to know their true selves and encouraging them with the power of choice. In this episode, we share our expe...
200: Just Married - Wedding Recap 20.04.2023 29:32
We're back! I'm so excited to share the 200th episode of the show and to give you a recap of the last month. I share some personal updates and the emotions that have come up for me as a newly married woman. Here's to another 200 episodes! Download a FREE Boundary Worksheet INSTA: @trustandthrive TIKOK: @trustandthrive TWITTER: @trustandthrive FACEBOOK: bit.ly/FBtaramont WEBSITE: www...
199: A Quick Update - A New Chapter 23.03.2023 11:05
In this episode, I share a few quick updates and discuss some authentic feelings that have come up for, as I go through a big life transition. Stay tuned for new episodes coming in April! Download a FREE Boundary Worksheet INSTA: @trustandthrive TIKOK: @trustandthrive TWITTER: @trustandthrive FACEBOOK: bit.ly/FBtaramont WEBSITE: www.tara-mont.com EMAIL: trustandthrive@gmail.com
198: Growing Up & Life Transitions 16.03.2023 28:30
In this episode, I share some updates about episodes to come. I also dive deep into the feelings that have come up for me, as I go through some life transitions. I validate myself and others who may feel a similar way, remembering that there's no "one right way" to feel, when going through change. Stay tuned for new guest episodes coming in April! Download a FREE Boundary Worksheet...
197: The Importance of "And" 02.03.2023 16:53
In this episode, I share some personal updates and discuss my thoughts on the use of "and" when talking about one's experiences. I acknowledge that I can feel thankful AND stressed. Here's to embracing all the emotions that can come with change and new experiences. Download a FREE Boundary Worksheet INSTA: @trustandthrive TIKOK: @trustandthrive TWITTER: @trustandthrive FACEBOOK...
196: What I've Learned as a Therapist Intern 23.02.2023 24:43
Happy #ThriveThursday! In this episode, I share some learning lessons I've had within these last few months of seeing clients for the first time. I also share some updates on the podcast and personal updates, including wedding planning. Make sure to subscribe and follow for new episodes to come! Download a FREE Boundary Worksheet INSTA: @trustandthrive TIKOK: @trustandthrive TWITTER: @trustan...
195: Exploring My Relationship Needs 16.02.2023 21:13
Happy Valentine's week! In this episode, I share my experience in understanding my relationship patterns, insecurities, and needs. I open up about feelings of confusion, jealousy, and anxiety that have come up for me at the start of my relationship. In addition, I share what it has been like to explore my needs and unlearn people pleasing, while being in a long-term relationship. If you can r...
194: Normalizing Therapy Through Humor - with Dr. Justin Puder, Licensed Psychologist 09.02.2023 35:05
Dr. Justin Puder is a licensed psychologist who owns a private practice in south Florida. He creates content on Instagram and TikTok under the handle @amoderntherapist with the aim of reducing stigma surrounding mental health and give his followers practical ways to improve their mental health. Dr. J also has two Podcasts "Drop in with Dr. J" and "Welcome to Group Therapy" wher...
193: Self-Compassion & the Duality of Life 02.02.2023 21:13
In this episode, I share my thoughts on making friends with my biggest supporter and my biggest critic, as they both serve a purpose in some way. Specifically, I share a story from this week that required some self-compassion on my end. Overall, I discuss the duality of life and the different truths that can exist at once. Stay tuned for the first guest episode of the year, coming out next week! D...
192: Taking the Time to Celebrate Your Growth 26.01.2023 18:58
In this episode, I share the many existential thoughts that came up for me around my birthday this week. While I am often focused on "what's next," I am working on taking the time to celebrate my growth and acknowledge how far I've come. Hope you check in with yourself and are able to do the same. Stay tuned for new episodes with guests coming soon! Download a FREE Boundary Wor...
191: Stress & Anxiety That Can Come With Change 19.01.2023 17:15
Hi all! Happy New Year! I decided to start the year off with a quick solo episode, before we head into more guest episodes. I'm happy to be back! Let me know if you can resonate with the following topic and if there are any guests or topics you'd like to hear on the show. Find me through the links below! Download a FREE Boundary Worksheet INSTA: @trustandthrive TIKOK: @trustandthrive TWI...
190: End of Year Mental Health Check-In 15.12.2022 20:23
In the last episode of the year, I share some personal mental health struggles I have been dealing with recently. I discuss holiday burnout and the importance of checking in with ourselves, especially around the end of the year. Hope you take care of yourself this holiday season. See you all in 2023! Download a FREE Boundary Worksheet Learn more about the Patreon! INSTA: @trustandthrive TIKOK: @tr...
189: Managing Holiday Expectations 17.11.2022 20:30
As somewhat of a continuation of last week's episode, I decided to share a few holiday expectations that I've been affected by and still deal with. I also discuss holiday stress, setting boundaries, and the importance of reflecting on where our expectations came from. Download a FREE Boundary Worksheet Learn more about the Patreon! INSTA: @trustandthrive TIKOK: @trustandthrive TWITTER: @...
188: Mixed Feelings about the Holidays 10.11.2022 20:29
Anxious, excited, stressed, overwhelmed about the holidays coming up? You're not alone. In this episode, I share some mixed feelings that I feel about this time of year. Your feelings about the holidays are valid, whatever they may be. I also share the importance of not comparing and setting boundaries. Download a FREE Boundary Worksheet Learn more about the Patreon! INSTA: @trustandthrive TI...
187: Breaking Cycles as a Child of Immigrants - with Dr. Alma Zaragoza-Petty, Author and Scholar 03.11.2022 46:13
Alma Zaragoza-Petty, PhD, is a Mexicana social justice advocate and scholar who teaches equity to create change. Born in Los Angeles but raised in Acapulco, Mexico, for much of her childhood, she is the daughter of immigrant parents and a first-generation high school and college graduate. Zaragoza-Petty has a master's degree in counseling and a doctorate in education and has worked in higher...
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