We are looking at trauma not necessarily at the tragic level, but defined as, “a lasting, negative, and limiting emotional response that often results from living through a distressing event.” To this degree, nobody is immune. This is my series on anxiety. I had brought Britt Frank in as my expert and we talked through the message in her book, The Science of ... Show More
Sep 14
How Often Are We Fighting For Our Honor — Not About The Issue? w/ Relationship Coach Kim Polinder
If we look at any disagreement, whether you call it a fight or a conflict, we can ask, “What is at stake.” Sometimes there may be a real danger or consequence involved. However. What we find in therapy and counseling is that many times, actually the majority of our common conflic ... Show More
1h 6m
Sep 11
Do You Rely On Yourself Too Much Or Not Enough w/ Renowned Mindvalley Coach Ajit Nawalkha
Of all the people we look to for guidance, expertise, counsel, and help, where do we figure into the equation? Are we a self we also rely on for guidance? This could sound like an elementary concept, but I find people more and more falling into two distinct sides: relying too muc ... Show More
1h 20m
Dec 2024
Is It Trauma And ADHD? With Britt Frank
In this conversation, host Monique Koven and trauma therapist and author Britt Frank explore the intricate relationship between ADHD and trauma, emphasizing the importance of self-compassion and the role of diagnosis in mental health. They discuss personal experiences, the challe ... Show More
28m 31s
Jul 2023
#294: You’re Not Broken, You’re Just Stuck with Britt Frank
Themes: Repeating Patterns, Trauma, Mental Health, Somatic Therapy, Chaos, Addiction, Healing, Detox, Religion, Spirituality, Truth, Acceptance, Authenticity, Belonging, Transformation Summary: Today I have the pleasure of interviewing Britt Frank! Britt is a licensed psychothera ... Show More
1h 2m
May 2025
141: How BPD Impacts your Relationships with Neuropsychotherapist Britt Frank
What if your “crazy” behavior isn’t crazy at all—but a perfectly logical response to trauma, fear, and unmet needs? In this raw and powerful episode, I sit down with licensed psychotherapist and trauma expert Britt Frank to unpack the truth about what we often mislabel as sabotag ... Show More
55m 3s
Dec 2023
The Art of Witnessing Pain: Trust, Safety, and Growth
Welcome to another episode of The AnxietyRX Podcast. Today's special guest is Vienna Pharaon, an experienced marriage and family therapist from New York City. Vienna combines clinical expertise with personal experience in her work and her insightful book, "The Origin of You". In ... Show More
59m 43s
Sep 2024
Thawing the Freeze: Moving Beyond Trauma With Dr. Arielle Schwartz
In this beautiful conversation, Monique Koven and trauma expert Dr. Arielle Schwartz delve into the complexities of trauma, resilience, and healing. They explore the nuances of complex trauma, the importance of therapy, and the power of community support in overcoming adversity. ... Show More
50m 38s
Feb 2023
How to Identify & Heal Your Origin Wound (we all have them) | Vienna Pharaon
<p>What if you were, unknowingly being controlled by unresolved pain from your past, even minor, or momentary experiences, ones that took root and, from that moment on, without you having any idea, limited everything from your relationships to your health, work, wealth, and life? ... Show More
1h 6m
Apr 2022
233. Curiosity, Compassion, and Trauma Treatment: A Conversation with Gabby Bernstein
We’ve heard the word trauma used liberally the past few years, both in relation to shared global events (like the pandemic) and in relation to more trivial things (like someone cutting in line at Starbucks).When a psychological concept goes mainstream, it’s bound to be understood ... Show More
38m 58s
May 2023
#78: Understanding Your Origin Wounds with Vienna Pharaon (@mindfulmft)
<p>In today's episode, I'm joined by Vienna Pharaon. Vienna is a licensed marriage & family therapist, creator of the hugely successful <a href='https://www.instagram.com/mindfulmft/'>@mindfulmft</a> Instagram account, and recently published author of <a href='https ... Show More
52m 20s