In the last episode of the season, Dr. Shawna shares how she produces the podcast and the tools she uses (not sponsored) in the creation process.

She also shares what she is launching in the fall, a six month membership to teach everyday wellness tools that can be done in between practitioner visits (more to come!) which will launch in October '25.

The best way to stay up-to-date with Dr. Shawna until the podcast resumes in September '25 is to follow her on Instagram @drshawnaberk.

Recording Equipment from Rode: 

Wireless microphones 

Handheld adapter 

Microphone stand 

Microphone clip

Patch Cable

Backend for Recording & Editing:https://riverside.fm

Oliver Hartan, Registered Massage Therapist, Certified Matrix Repatterning Practitioner, and Matrix Repatterning Lead Instructor joins Dr. Shawna on today's episode to talk about how the Matrix Repatterning Technique (created by Dr. George Roth) views the body. 

Oliver shares what happens to bone & organs with impact injuries and how these structures are assessed and treated with Matrix Repatterning. Oliver also shares what normal bone, nerve, ligament, joint and muscle feel like so you can better understand your body's anatomy.

If you are a practitioner and are interested in learning more about Matrix Repatterning, you can follow Natalie Richer on LinkedIn for upcoming information sessions.

To connect with a Matrix Repatterning Practitioner near you, search the Practitioner Directory.

And to connect with Oliver Hartan, check out his website.

Matt Peterson, yoga teacher, pilates instructor, personal trainer, kung fu practitioner, and artist  joins Dr. Shawna on today's episode to talk about how practicing physical modalities (yoga, kung fu, & strength training) has changed him as an artist & person.   

Matt shares how he first started practicing kung fu, what his daily practice currently looks like, and the perspectives he has gained in art and life from consistency.

Interested in connecting with Matt, you can find him on Instagram @yogamidnight. 

Tanya Claire, Image Consultant and Wardrobe Stylist joins Dr. Shawna on today's episode to talk about branding your image & figuring out your personal style.  

Tanya shares her thoughts on designing a wardrobe for your lifestyle, when to rebrand your style, how to use accessories to tell a story, and when to follow (or not follow!) a fashion trend. 

Interested in working with Tanya, you can connect with her Instagram, @tanyaclaire, on Facebook as Tanya Claire, and on LinkedIn as Tanya Claire.

Dr. Jenn Au PT, DPT, CHt somatic mindfulness coach, Doctor of Physical Therapy, holistic bodyworker, retreat guide, and the host of the "Coming Home Podcast" joins Dr. Shawna on this week's episode of the podcast to talk about coming home to yourself through reconnecting with who you are.

Dr. Jenn shares how she uses somatic hypnotherapy, meditation, & mindfulness to help her clients with anxiety, trauma, and chronic pain embody emotional resilience & self-trust through her unique process, The Coming Home Program. Dr. Jenn talks about how she has navigated breaking up with older versions of herself, how to be present with what is, and what it looks like to stop chasing the highs in life. 

Way to Connect with Dr. Jenn:

Website: ⁠www.drjennau.com⁠

Instagram: @jennxau

Book Your Coming Home Consult: https://calendly.com/jennxau/60min 

Guided Meditations: https://insighttimer.com/jennxau
Community Events: www.meetup.com/heal-oc
Email: [email protected]

Laurie Love, Intimacy Coach & Certified Erotic Blueprint Coach joins Dr. Shawna on today's episode to talk about intimacy & pleasure through the lens of the 5 Erotic Blueprints Types™.

In Part II of this series, Laurie breaks down the 5 Erotic Blueprints: Energetic, Sensual, Sexual, Kinky, and Shapeshifter through discussing their superpowers & shadows.

She also discusses how important "no" is, so you know what is "yes" (both in & out of the bedroom), some juicy date night ideas, and how to ask your partner for what you need when you are not in a season of desire. 

Interested in working with Laurie, you can connect with her on Instagram @laurielove13, or on her website. 

What to know your Erotic Blueprint Type, click here to purchase the quiz.
For Laurie's "From Fizzle to Sizzle" guide that she mentions in the episode, use this link to purchase. 

Dr. Harpreet Malla, Licensed Clinical Psychologist & Sex Therapist, joins Dr. Shawna on today's episode to talk about intimacy & pleasure in all aspects of life.

In Part I of this series, Dr. Malla discusses how our family dynamics have shaped our ideas about romantic partnership, how to bring up & talk about the intimacy you desire with a partner (hint: these conversations happen outside the bedroom), and how being flexible in relationships is the gold standard.  And Dr. Shawna shares insights about asking what you want from physical touch as experienced by attending Dr. Malla's interactive workshop entitled "From Discomfort to Delight." 

Interested in working with Dr. Malla, you can connect with her on her website or on her Instagram @drmallapsych.

Dr. Alex Talaber, OD, FOVDR, FAAO is board certified Neuro Optometrist and fellow of the College of Optometrists in Vision Development and the American Academy of Optometry and joins Dr. Shawna on this week's episode of the podcast to talk about neuro optometry.

Dr. Talaber shares the differences between optometry & neuro optometry, signs that working with a neuro optometrist could be beneficial for you (the quiz linked below is a great place to start!), what are "normal" eye changes with age, and what is vision therapy .

Dr. Talaber is currently treating Dr. Shawna for visual issues sustained from a car accident in 2017. Dr. Talaber treats many vision dysfunctions including: traumatic brain injury (TBI), post-stroke, double vision, and visual tracking disorders.

Dr. Talaber's clinic, Neuro-Vision Therapy Institute, is located in Denver, CO. You can connect with her through the website or Instagram @neurovti.

Dr. Talaber has provided these resources:

-Visual Symptoms Quiz

-Optometric Vision Development & Rehabilitation Association

-Fixing My Gaze: A Scientist's Journey Into Seeing in Three Dimensions by Susan Barry (Susan also has a Ted Talk describing her journey in vision therapy and seeing depth for the first time in her 40s!)

-The Ghost in My Brain: How a Concussion Stole My Life and How the New Science of Brain Plasticity Helped Me Get It Back by Clark Elliott 

Brianna Rose, Somatic Business Coach & Founder of the Light Leader® Movement, joins Dr. Shawna on today's episode to discuss ideas/definitions in the energetic space that are commonly misunderstood.

Brianna defines manifestation, somatic movement, kundalini, dharma, and intuition, and so much more. If you have ever wondered what these words mean, this is the episode for you! 

To connect with Brianna you can follow her on Instagram at @iambriannarose or find out more about the Light Leader Collective here. 

Lindsey Krogh, Licensed Clinical Social Worker & Registered Play Therapist Supervisor joins Dr. Shawna on today’s episode to talk about play therapy.  Lindsey is passionate about empowering children and families to help them find joy and connection through play. She has over 25 years of clinical experience in children’s mental health services, holds certifications in mental health services for children ages 0-5 and youth, is EMDR trained and an AutPlay certified provider who focuses on supporting youth with neurodiverse needs.

In this episode, Lindsey shares how play supports resiliency & authenticity across the lifespan, how play impacts the nervous system, and signs of supportive communication with parents & children of all ages. 

Lindsey shared these resources if you are interested in learning more about play therapy/becoming a play therapist: 

-Association for Play Therapy

-California Branch of the Association for Play Therapy

-Synergetic Play Therapy

-Business of Therapy Conference

-Lessons from the Playroom Podcast

-Play Therapy resources and tools

Interested in working with Lindsey, her practice is located in Newport Beach, CA. You can connect with her on Instagram, @joydanceplaytherapy or her website.