Wellness with Sam
UNPACKED
Welcome to 'UNPACKED' hosted by, Licensed Counselor Associate, Samantha DeSalvo. Your free weekly therapy session. We chat all things mental health and wellness to break strongholds and barriers that are preventing you from reaching your full potential! Making faith more simplified and creating a space to talk about Jesus in an easy-to-digest way. Grab your fav drink and let's hangout together
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Dec 8, 2025
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Episodes
Acceptance Is Hard. Avoiding It Is Harder. 08.12.2025 51:35
Acceptance is not always the easy choice...but it it is the necessary one. If you are in a season that feels heavy, confusing, or just plain exhausting, this conversation will make you feel seen. In this episode, I sit down with fellow therapist Jon Tryhubczak, LMHCA , to talk about what it actually looks like to face your challenges head on. We explore the moments that push you to your limits, th...
When You Feel Like the Last Single Friend 24.11.2025 58:45
"Sometimes I wondered if I was meant to be single.” In this episode, I am sitting down with Allie Cummins, a Mental Health Coach with an M.S. in Mental Health Counseling and the founder of Stay Salted, to talk about something so many of us navigate quietly: singleness, timing, and what it feels like to sit in a waiting season. Allie gets really honest about the moments she wondered if marriag...
Why Men Struggle to Open Up: Masculinity & Mental Health 17.11.2025 1:06:21
I’m sitting down with Ian Brownhill, owner of Life’s Bettah, host of the SO New England Podcast, and founder of Bettah Socials to talk about men’s mental health and what it really looks like to break the stigma. It's Men’s Mental Health Month , so we wanted to have a real, honest conversation about the pressure men feel to appear strong, the fear of judgment, and how much ego impacts the way men s...
Are They Really Your Person? Signs You're Forcing It 12.11.2025 45:44
If you’ve ever found yourself asking, “Why isn’t this working even though I care about them?” This episode is going to hit home. I’m sitting down with licensed therapist Jen Weaver to talk about one of the hardest truths in modern dating: that attraction and connection don’t always equal compatibility. We get into why so many of us try to make relationships work that were never meant to be, how to...
Attachment Styles & Dating in Your 20s w/ Jennifer Prendergast, LMHC 03.11.2025 1:01:06
I got to sit down with Jennifer Prendergast, LMHC, owner of Placid Soul Counseling , to talk about the messy middle of finding yourself in your 20s and what it really looks like to grow through it. Jennifer shares her journey from navigating imposter syndrome and early career doubt to building a private practice that actually aligns with her life. We unpack how childhood experiences shape our core...
Healing for the One Who Feels Behind 21.04.2025 25:39
Ever feel like you’re falling behind in life? Like everyone else is running ahead while you’re stuck in the slow lane? This episode is your permission slip to breathe . God is not in a rush with your story — and that’s actually really good news. 🕊 We’re unpacking why your waiting season isn’t wasted, how alignment is more powerful than acceleration, and why God might be writing a bestseller with y...
Habits to Create Consistency (Key to Reach Your Goals) 16.03.2025 13:22
The Biggest Thing Keeping You from Your Goals. Ever feel like you’re so close to reaching your goals, but something keeps holding you back? Spoiler alert: It’s not a lack of motivation, a fancy planner, or the latest wellness trend—it’s consistency. Small, intentional actions can lead to massive results. I’ll be sharing 3 practical tips to help you build consistency in your daily habits so you can...
Healing from Diet Culture: Body Image & Food 09.03.2025 24:25
Is “Wellness” just diet culture in disguise ? If you’ve ever felt guilt around your weight, food, or exercise, this episode is for you. Diet culture can trap us in cycles of shame and restriction, keeping us from truly living our best lives—and for many, it’s the root of disordered eating. Tune in for practical steps to recognize and break free from the diet culture that surrounds you. DID WE JUST...
Habits to Become a Godly Woman (5 traits of Proverbs 31) 24.02.2025 20:24
5 Habits to cultivate if your goal is to become a Godly woman this year. We dive into what is a proverbs 31 woman, the key habits, as well as how we can apply those into our lives to develop this Godly character. DID WE JUST BECOME BEST FRIENDS?! 🎀 ✨ TikTok: @wellnesswithsam_
Healing and getting your SPARK back ✨ 17.02.2025 25:31
Losing your spark feels like a big gray cloud is following you around. Nothing excites you anymore. You’re just going through the motions. You feel disconnected from yourself, like something’s missing. But listen—your spark isn’t gone. It’s just buried. And you can get it back. This time you are going to shine even BRIGHTER. And in this episode, we’re unpacking practical ways to find that missing...
Habits & How to Make Them STICK (Atomic Habits Crash Course) 03.02.2025 18:47
"You don’t rise to the level of your goals; you fall to the level of your systems.” – James Clear Today’s episode pulls pointers from the #1 New York Times bestselling book Atomic Habits by James Clear —breaking down how habits are formed, why they stick (or don’t), and how you can create lasting change in your own life. Healing, growth, and change all begin with small, daily actions. Whether...
Healing and Navigating your 20s 26.01.2025 24:40
Being in your twenties are messy, hard, and full of so many lessons. We are chatting heartbreak, comparison, optimizing your health, and so much more. This is the big sis episode that you need to hear this week 🫶
3 Habits for Successful Weight Loss 20.01.2025 12:06
Your beginners guide to CRUSH your weight loss goals and keep the weight off! Let’s chat about habits to start right now if you want to step into the healthier & more vibrant version of you. No more excuses, we have goals to get after!!! Habits & Healing Ep 11 About the Series: Habits & Healing is a mini series on the Get Out of Your Own Way show. When life shatters us, it creates the...
Healing the Fear of Being Alone | Habits & Healing Ep 10 12.01.2025 26:43
How to be alone and feel OKAY. If being alone feels scary to you, THIS IS FOR YOU. Spending time by yourself doesn’t have to feel lonely—it can actually be empowering. Learning to enjoy your own company unlocks a whole new level of personal growth 🔓 Let’s turn what feels scary into an opportunity to connect with yourself on a deeper level 💛
STOP these 3 Habits to LEVEL UP This Year | Habits & Healing Ep 9 06.01.2025 13:10
New year, new you?! Will this finally be the year that you GET OUT OF YOUR OWN WAY?! Today we are not messing around, we are cutting right to the good stuff with the TOP 3 things you need to STOP doing if you want this to be YOUR YEARRRR! You deserve the best that God has to offer and you are so WORTHY of it! LETS BE FRIENDS ON SOCIAL! 🎀🪄 TIKTOK: @wellnesswithsam_ IG: @wellnesswithsam_ JOIN THE...
Healing and Letting Go of 2024 | Habits & Healing Ep 8 30.12.2024 23:14
Are you ready for a breakthrough in 2025?! ✨ It's time to embrace new beginnings and let go of your old self. One of the biggest challenges we face is staying stuck in our past, holding onto the things that no longer serve us, and missing the beautiful opportunities waiting ahead. You have the power to decide your future, step into your purpose, and release the weight of 2024. 💭📖🎇🕊️ Tune in to...
Habits I Learned by 25 That Improved Every Aspect of My Life | Habits & Healing Ep 7 22.12.2024 23:38
hey heyyyy it’s my birthdayyyyy 🥳 🎂 grateful to take another lap around the sun, so in honor of that I thought it would be fitting to share my TOP 25 HABITS by 25 that make me an overall better human 🥹 thanks for being on this crazy ride that we call life my friends! Here’s to 26 🫶🏼
Healing Unmet Expectations and Disappointment | Habits & Healing Ep 6 16.12.2024 27:29
How to deal with disappointment, frustration and unmet expectations when life feels like it keeps throwing you curveballs. Growing and learning skills in the ability to heal from setbacks is one of the most courageous and brave things you can do.
Habits to Grow Closer to God | Habits & Healing Ep 5 09.12.2024 32:59
Whether you are new to your faith or maybe you have been walking with the Lord for a while but your flame is dull, focusing on your habits can lead to a deeper relationship with God. Remember, when you are feeling far away from God– He isn’t the one who has moved. Share this episode with someone who is on your heart today 🫶🏼 ILY ALL
Healing Holiday Anxiety | Habits & Healing Ep 4 02.12.2024 28:49
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! …right? Mental health, Body Image/Diet Culture, and experiencing hard seasons during the holidays is what we are talking about in this episode of Habits & Healing. I hope this blesses and encourages you to take on the month ahead 🎄🧣☃️
Habits for Setting Boundaries | Habits & Healing Ep 3 25.11.2024 17:51
Today we are talking boundaries-- do they matter, where to begin, and even asking "are they biblical??" Boundaries can seem like an abstract concept with no roadmap to implementing them in our daily lives. If you feel like there are areas in your life that have gotten a bit chaotic, listen or add this to your library for later! 📌
Healing from a Breakup | Habits & Healing Ep 2 18.11.2024 16:13
Let's talk heartbreak ❤️🩹 we are exploring the relationship between healing from what hurt you while creating new habits to come out of the other side of this better than you could ever imagine. If you or someone you know is in this season of heartbreak and hurt, please don't pass this by today. GET YOUR POWER BACK!
Habits to Launch Your Healing Journey | Habits & Healing Ep 1 12.11.2024 23:44
We are diving into new series titled 'Habits in Healing.' We will discuss the intertwined themes of healing and habit formation, emphasizing the importance of addressing both in personal growth. Takeaways Healing is a continuous journey that requires self-awareness. Investing in platonic relationships can foster healing. Building a routine that serves you is crucial for personal growth. Setting pe...
Dealing with Anxiety (Mental Health & Faith) 04.06.2024 31:32
If you ever feel like anxiety is ruling your life, you aren't alone. But how do we overcome that and live the life God designed for us? In today's episode Sam talks about how to deal with anxiety from a biblical perspective. She breaks downs myths about dealing with anxiety as a Christian, and offers PRACTICAL steps to equip yourselves when anxiety strikes. Support the showJOIN THE FREE WOMEN'S WE...
Here's Your Sign to Start a Podcast in 2024 (and how to do it!) 12.03.2024 31:35
Have you ever found yourself daydreaming about hosting your own podcast? Maybe you've tucked away this desire deep within, unsure of where to begin or whether your voice would truly be heard. Well, consider this your sign – 2024 is the perfect time to embark on your podcasting journey. Grab your FREE ultimate podcaster starter guide here: https://www.twhonline.com/podcast-checklistHire The Social...
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