Cool People Doing Cool Things

In this episode of Cool People Doing Cool Things, Sarah sits down with her first podcast guest, Dr. Erica Shick — therapist, dating and relationship coach, and all-around cool human — for a heartfelt conversation about healing, reinvention, grief, identity, and what it really means to come home to yourself.

Sarah and Erica talk about how they first met through a Facebook group for therapists, how Erica made the bold move from the Chicagoland area to St. Louis, and how starting over in a new city as an adult can become an unexpected path back to yourself.

Together, they explore Erica’s journey from landscape design to therapy, her passion for helping women heal from trauma, and the difference between counseling and coaching. They also dive into the art and science of therapy, how trauma can disconnect us from ourselves, why healing is about more than just intellectual insight, and how approaches like EMDR can help people reconnect with safety, capacity, and the life they actually want.

This episode also opens up a deeper conversation around spirituality, grief, and personal transformation. Erica shares how losing her husband changed her perspective on life, purpose, and self-connection, and why she now feels more committed than ever to helping women put themselves back on their own priority list.

This is a conversation about:

• healing from trauma and reconnecting with yourself

• starting over in a new city and creating a new chapter

• the overlap between therapy, coaching, and personal growth

• EMDR, nervous system healing, and why mind-body work matters

• spirituality, intuition, and honoring your own path

• grief, loss, and rebuilding life with intention

• why women need to love themselves more than they’ve been taught to

If you’ve ever found yourself asking who you are now, what healing really looks like, or how to build a life that feels more like you, this episode is for you.

Learn more about Dr. Erica Shick here:
https://www.mybetterwellnesscounseling.com/about-erica-shick-phd-lcpc

Follow Dr. Erica on Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/better_wellnesswithdr.erica?igsh=YmV2NDlzMzJ5bmpp

Connect with her on Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61564889484696

Hi there, my name is Sarah Buehner. Welcome to my podcast!

My life can be pretty wild (in the best ways), and so naturally, I meet a LOT of cool people doing LOTS of cool things. And now you get to hear all about these cool people! I also share solo episodes about cool things I'm currently doing too, including "what's Sarah upto now" so you can hear about all of the cool things going on.

My bigger hope for this podcast is to inspire you to do cool things, too! Remember to subscribe to the cool kids club. Thanks for listening!

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Most entrepreneurs and content creators overlook one of the fastest-growing media outlets that can skyrocket your impact — podcasting. But why is everyone — from experts to beginners — obsessed with it right now?

In this episode, Sarah Buehner shares why launching a podcast may be one of the most transformational moves you can make for your business and personal brand.

You’ll learn how podcasting functions as a work-hard-once system that builds trust, establishes authority, and nurtures long-term relationships — without the constant pressure to produce endless content.

Drawing from her own journey, Sarah explains how her first podcast attracted ideal clients and helped her stand out in a crowded digital world.

• Why audiences crave authentic, long-form conversations
• How consistent content positions you as an industry expert
• How podcast episodes continue working for you long after recording
• Why podcasts create bingeable, evergreen content
• The importance of owning your platform amid algorithm shifts
• Simple steps to start, from tech basics to mindset shifts
• Details about Sarah’s upcoming podcasting masterclass

In a time when misinformation spreads quickly and algorithms change overnight, your voice and platform matter more than ever. Podcasting gives you a sovereign space to share knowledge, build trust, and create a lasting impact — whether you’re a business owner, educator, healer, or creative thinker.

If you’ve hesitated to start or felt overwhelmed by the tech or strategy, this episode offers a clear path forward. Whether you want to grow a business, amplify your message, or share your passion, podcasting can become a powerful tool for connection and influence.

Sarah Buehner is a marketing and impact coach who helps heart-centered entrepreneurs grow their influence through authentic content and strategic systems.