What happens when a therapist… becomes the one who needs healing?

In this deeply moving episode of The Whinypaluza Podcast, Rebecca Greene sits down with Dr. Swanzi Saunders, licensed therapist, minister, speaker, and author of Still Becoming: A Therapist’s Sacred Journey Through Depression.

Dr. Swanzi opens up about her own private battle with depression while balancing faith, family, leadership, and the pressure to appear strong. Together, Rebecca and Dr. Swanzi explore what healing really looks like, why depression is not the end of your story, and how even the smallest steps toward self awareness can create life changing transformation.

This episode is filled with wisdom, honesty, and hope for anyone navigating grief, overwhelm, depression, parenting challenges, or simply a season where life feels heavy.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

 • Why “still becoming” is such a powerful mindset

 • How faith and mental health can work together

 • Why strong people often struggle in silence

 • Small daily practices that can help you begin healing

 • What to look for when choosing a therapist

 • Why your children need a present parent, not a perfect one

 • How slow progress still counts

 • Why depression may be part of your story… but never the end

Memorable Quote

“Depression may be a part of your story… but certainly it is not the end of your story.” Dr. Swanzi Saunders 

Connect with Dr. Swanzi Saunders

Website: DrSwanzi.com

Book: Still Becoming: A Therapist’s Sacred Journey Through Depression

Available on Amazon and major booksellers. 

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