Jun 26

731 Recovery for the Codependent Perfectionist with Alana Carvalho

I'm so excited to have a new pal, Alana Carvalho, a licensed mental health counselor, on the show to talk about two topics we're both passionate about: codependency and perfectionism! We talk about why these two things go together, our experiences of being in recovery from both, ... Show More

34m 43s

Jun 24

730 Empath Boundaries

Do you notice micro changes in people’s facial expressions and ask yourself, “What did I do wrong?” Are you able to sit with someone in pain without trying to fix them? Are you so emotionally attuned to everything and everyone that you feel exhausted? If any of this sounds famili ... Show More

23m 32s

Jun 19

729 Come Alive at Any Age with Shannon Watts

I am thrilled to have Shannon Watts, author and founder of Moms Demand Action, on the show to talk about her new book, Fired Up: How to Turn Your Spark Into a Flame and Come Alive at Any Age. I was definitely fired up and inspired by what Shannon had to share, and I think you wil ... Show More

41m 5s

Apr 2022

#263 How To Be Your Own Therapist with Dr Julie Smith

Social media has its flaws – but it can also be a force for good, creating communities and offering help to people who might not otherwise receive it. And my guest today is someone who uses her platform to do just that. Dr Julie Smith is a clinical psychologist, who’s passionate ... Show More

1h 41m

Dec 2022

How To Break Subconscious Habits and Heal From Within with Dr Nicole Le Pera #318

Today I’m pleased to welcome a podcast guest who has become one of my favourite voices on social media, sharing her wisdom on the concept of self-healing. Dr Nicole Le Pera is a clinical psychologist who felt frustrated by the limitations of traditional psychotherapy and was draw ... Show More

2h 15m

Mar 2021

Ep. 411 - Let the Healing Begin: A Guide for Doing the Work with Dr. Nicole LePera

Dr. Nicole LePera, better known as @the.holistic.psychologist, is a clinical psychologist who is well-known for sharing inspiring content on Instagram to give people the tools they need to take healing into their own hands. Her new book “How to Do the Work'' just became a New Yor ... Show More

1h 26m

Oct 2023

Why perfectionism could be holding you back, with Dr Julie Smith (E219)

This episode is a fascinating conversation about self-worth, perspective, and the power of saying no. Dr. Julie Smith is a highly regarded clinical psychologist known for her compassionate approach to mental health care and expertise in cognitive-behavioral therapy. With over two ... Show More

31m 39s

Oct 2023

A 102-year-old Doctor’s Secrets to Health and Happiness at Every Age with Dr Gladys McGarey #394

Aged 102 (and a half!) years, today’s guest is the oldest person I’ve welcomed onto the show. Dr Gladys McGarey is co-founder of the American Holistic Medical Association and author of the fantastic new book, The Well-Lived Life: A 102-year-old Doctor’s Secrets to Health and Happ ... Show More

1h 27m

Nov 2023

137 - Healing The Inner Child Through Parts Work with Michelle Chalfant

DYSFUNCTIONAL FAMILY DETOX RETREAT March 5th-7th - Free online event w/ 14 experts teaching you strategies you can use to overcome the impact of toxic family dynamics.SIGN UP HERE!Michelle Chalfant is a therapist and coach who created a model called the “adult chair” to help adul ... Show More

55m 30s

Aug 2023

417: Coping With Anxiety And Cultivating A Richer Life

Anxiety may be baked into what it means to be human but it doesn't have to rule our lives. Listen to today's show to learn about why anxiety may feel like it's taking over our lives and the tools to become less anxious while cultivating a more fulfilling life and relationship. In ... Show More

41m 15s

Mar 2024

Ep 57: What Your Anxiety is Trying to Tell You and Tips for a Happier, More Fulfilling Life with Dr.Ellen Vora, Functional Medicine Psychiatrist

In this episode, Melissa is joined by functional medicine psychiatrist, Dr. Ellen Vora, for a discussion on mental health. Dr. Vora offers a fresh perspective on mental well-being by advocating for a holistic approach to tackling struggles with common conditions like anxiety and ... Show More

1h 10m

Dec 2022

3 Ways To Get The Most Out Of Therapy & How Therapy Isn't Only for Big Issues and Problems

Today, I'm joined by Haesue Jo, Licensed Therapist & Head of Clinical Operations at BetterHelp, with years of experience providing individual and family therapy in community mental health. Her current clinical focus includes working with individuals with a variety of presenting p ... Show More

44m 16s

379 Healing All Aspects of Self with Mic...