Resilient Butterfly

Pam Feinberg-Rivkin sits down with Dr. Barbara Krantz, a family medicine and addiction medicine physician, to share a powerful story of resilience that began with migraine treatment in the 1980s and led to iatrogenic opioid dependence, detox, and a life of service in addiction medicine. Dr Krantz opens up about the stigma she faced as a young physician and mother, the turning points that moved her into recovery, and why compassion and love are essential for lasting change.

We explore how she now treats the brain as the organ of this disease, using neurocognitive assessment that blends medical history, advanced lab work, genetic insights, perfusion imaging, QEEG, and neuromodulation tools like transcranial magnetic stimulation. Dr. Krantz shares a remarkable case illustrating how restoring brain perfusion can restore lives, and reminds us that addiction is not a moral failing but a treatable brain disease. 

If you or a loved one needs support, connect with Feinberg Consulting at (248) 538- 5425 or visit FeinbergCare.com. Follow Resilient Butterfly on Apple, Spotify, or anywhere you listen.

Contact Dr. Barbara Krantz:
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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/barbara-krantz-93a89a9b/

Contact Pam Feinberg-Rivkin:
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Download our complimentary companion resource, Looking Beyond the Behavior, designed to help parents and caregivers shift from asking "What's wrong with my child?" to "What might my child be communicating?" The guide explores how looking at children's emotional, behavioral, and physical health through a holistic lens can open the door to greater understanding, connection, and support.

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In this inspiring conversation, Pam welcomes Natalie Ledwell, co-founder of Mind Movies, to share her extraordinary journey from a country town in Australia to building a global movement in personal development. Natalie opens up about her early family struggles, how ambition first fueled her drive, and the pivotal moment when she discovered the power of visualization and mindset. Together, we explore the creation of Mind Movies, the transformational tools behind her work, and her new venture, the Relieph app, designed to help people identify and shift their emotions with technology.

Natalie’s story is one of resilience, reinvention, and staying true to her purpose of helping others step into their fullest potential. This episode is a reminder that no matter where you start, you have the power to rewrite your story.

Contact Natalie Ledwell:
Facebook: @NatalieLedwell
Instagram: @natalieledwell
Website: natalieledwell.com
YouTube: @MindMovies

Contact Pam Feinberg-Rivkin:
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Instagram: @FeinbergCare
LinkedIn: Feinberg Consulting Inc
YouTube: @FeinbergConsulting8059 

Looking for a practical takeaway from this conversation?
Download our complimentary companion resource, Looking Beyond the Behavior, designed to help parents and caregivers shift from asking "What's wrong with my child?" to "What might my child be communicating?" The guide explores how looking at children's emotional, behavioral, and physical health through a holistic lens can open the door to greater understanding, connection, and support.

Contact Pam Feinberg-Rivkin:
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In this powerful conversation we sit down with Dr. Donna Marks, educator, psychotherapist, and author of Learn Grow Forgive and Exit the Maze. Donna opens up about her personal journey through trauma, addiction, and recovery and how those experiences shaped her life’s work of guiding others toward healing and self-love.

We explore the wisdom of A Course in Miracles, the tug of war between ego and spirit, and how choosing love over fear transforms not only our inner world but our relationships and health. Donna also shares her insights on breaking free from addictive cycles, making peace with the past, and living with intention through daily practices that prioritize spirituality, family, and growth.

This episode is a reminder that we are never defined by what has happened to us. We are defined by how we choose to grow, forgive, and love.

Contact Pam Feinberg-Rivkin:
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Instagram: @FeinbergCare
LinkedIn: Feinberg Consulting Inc
YouTube: @FeinbergConsulting8059 

Looking for a practical takeaway from this conversation?
Download our complimentary companion resource, Looking Beyond the Behavior, designed to help parents and caregivers shift from asking "What's wrong with my child?" to "What might my child be communicating?" The guide explores how looking at children's emotional, behavioral, and physical health through a holistic lens can open the door to greater understanding, connection, and support.

Contact Pam Feinberg-Rivkin:
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In this episode of Resilient Butterfly, we’re joined by criminal defense attorney Adam Rossen for a powerful conversation about justice, compassion, and what it really means to help someone turn their life around.

Adam shares how his South Florida law firm takes a people-first approach - treating clients not just as cases, but as humans with complex stories, struggles, and families behind them. From DUIs to domestic violence to mental health crises, we explore how legal challenges are often just the surface of much deeper issues.

Together, we talk about the ripple effects of incarceration, the importance of personalized care plans, and why building trust is essential when someone is at their lowest. Adam’s passion for helping people - especially those facing substance use or mental health issues - is a reminder that healing often starts with how we show up for one another, especially when it's hardest.

This conversation is for anyone who believes that accountability and empathy can exist in the same sentence - and that recovery is possible when the system allows room for it.

Contact Adam Rossen:
Website: https://www.rossenlawfirm.com/

Contact Pam Feinberg-Rivkin:
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Instagram: @FeinbergCare
LinkedIn: Feinberg Consulting Inc
YouTube: @FeinbergConsulting8059 

Looking for a practical takeaway from this conversation?
Download our complimentary companion resource, Looking Beyond the Behavior, designed to help parents and caregivers shift from asking "What's wrong with my child?" to "What might my child be communicating?" The guide explores how looking at children's emotional, behavioral, and physical health through a holistic lens can open the door to greater understanding, connection, and support.

Contact Pam Feinberg-Rivkin:
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In this powerful episode of The Resilient Butterfly, Pam Feinberg-Rivkin sits down with Thatcher Shively for a raw and deeply human conversation about trauma, addiction, transformation, and the unexpected journey to becoming a recovery coach. From growing up with chaos and confusion to finding solace in music - and later, a destructive relationship with substances - Thatcher shares how he hit rock bottom, found hope, and ultimately reclaimed his life. This story is about more than survival. It’s about healing, purpose, and the courage to fly forward with clarity, compassion, and resilience. If you’ve ever wondered whether change is possible, this conversation is your reminder that recovery is real - and there is always a different way.

Contact Pam Feinberg-Rivkin:
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Instagram: @FeinbergCare
LinkedIn: Feinberg Consulting Inc
YouTube: @FeinbergConsulting8059 

Looking for a practical takeaway from this conversation?
Download our complimentary companion resource, Looking Beyond the Behavior, designed to help parents and caregivers shift from asking "What's wrong with my child?" to "What might my child be communicating?" The guide explores how looking at children's emotional, behavioral, and physical health through a holistic lens can open the door to greater understanding, connection, and support.

Contact Pam Feinberg-Rivkin:
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LinkedIn: Feinberg Consulting Inc
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In this powerful and moving conversation, host Pam Feinberg-Rivkin welcomes guests John Lipscomb and Adrienne Lugo, co-authors of The Painting and the Piano, a memoir of trauma, addiction, healing, and love.

John and Adrienne share the deeply personal journeys that shaped them — from childhood abuse and addiction to recovery and ultimately, finding each other. With raw honesty and heart, they reflect on the pain of the past, the resilience it took to rise, and how their love story became a story of transformation.

This episode is a testament to the power of truth, the strength of the human spirit, and the healing that can come from telling your story.

A must-listen for anyone on a journey of recovery, resilience, or rediscovery.

Contact Pam Feinberg-Rivkin:
Facebook: @FeinbergCare
Instagram: @FeinbergCare
LinkedIn: Feinberg Consulting Inc
YouTube: @FeinbergConsulting8059 

Looking for a practical takeaway from this conversation?
Download our complimentary companion resource, Looking Beyond the Behavior, designed to help parents and caregivers shift from asking "What's wrong with my child?" to "What might my child be communicating?" The guide explores how looking at children's emotional, behavioral, and physical health through a holistic lens can open the door to greater understanding, connection, and support.

Contact Pam Feinberg-Rivkin:
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LinkedIn: Feinberg Consulting Inc
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What happens when the media sensationalizes a struggle — but forgets to show the healing? In this unforgettable episode, Alisa Fliss shares the powerful truth behind her journey with eating disorders, recovery, and being featured in an HBO documentary that left out the most important part: her rise. From childhood experiences shaped by mixed messages about body image to a military career that masked deeper pain, Alisa’s story dismantles assumptions and brings voice to what recovery really looks like.

Together, we explore the messy, unfiltered reality of healing — and the cultural silence around it. Alisa opens up about trauma, resilience, and what it means to become a role model in the face of stigma. If you or someone you love has ever felt unseen in their struggle, this conversation is the mirror and the map. Inside, you’ll discover a perspective that challenges norms, celebrates inner strength, and refuses to stay silent about what truly matters.

Contact Pam Feinberg-Rivkin:
Facebook: @FeinbergCare
Instagram: @FeinbergCare
LinkedIn: Feinberg Consulting Inc
YouTube: @FeinbergConsulting8059 

Looking for a practical takeaway from this conversation?
Download our complimentary companion resource, Looking Beyond the Behavior, designed to help parents and caregivers shift from asking "What's wrong with my child?" to "What might my child be communicating?" The guide explores how looking at children's emotional, behavioral, and physical health through a holistic lens can open the door to greater understanding, connection, and support.

Contact Pam Feinberg-Rivkin:
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LinkedIn: Feinberg Consulting Inc
YouTube: @FeinbergConsulting8059 

In this powerful and heart-stirring episode of Resilient Butterfly, Dr. Louise Stanger opens up about the defining losses in her life—from her father’s suicide at age seven to the sudden death of her infant son and first husband. Through deeply personal stories, she reveals how pain shaped her path but never defined her spirit. Louise shares how grief, when met with courage, connection, and honest reflection, can transform into a life of purpose, passion, and healing.

As an interventionist, academic, and author, Louise brings a lifetime of wisdom to the mic—offering a roadmap for anyone navigating trauma, aging, or the everyday challenge of simply moving forward. From writing life-affirming books to supporting widows of 9/11, her journey is a masterclass in resilience. If you’ve ever felt broken by life’s curveballs, this episode will remind you that healing is possible—and joy can still live on the other side of loss.

Contact Pam Feinberg-Rivkin:
Facebook: @FeinbergCare
Instagram: @FeinbergCare
LinkedIn: Feinberg Consulting Inc
YouTube: @FeinbergConsulting8059 

Looking for a practical takeaway from this conversation?
Download our complimentary companion resource, Looking Beyond the Behavior, designed to help parents and caregivers shift from asking "What's wrong with my child?" to "What might my child be communicating?" The guide explores how looking at children's emotional, behavioral, and physical health through a holistic lens can open the door to greater understanding, connection, and support.

Contact Pam Feinberg-Rivkin:
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Instagram: @FeinbergCare
LinkedIn: Feinberg Consulting Inc
YouTube: @FeinbergConsulting8059 

At just 17, John Katona’s life changed forever when he fell asleep at the wheel and awoke paralyzed. But what could have ended his future became the beginning of an extraordinary journey. In this powerful episode of Resilient Butterfly, John opens up about surviving a life-altering car crash, navigating a broken insurance system, and fighting a five-year legal battle—representing himself—to fund his independence.

Now a successful music producer with a state-of-the-art studio, John shares how he rebuilt not just his body and career, but his purpose. From engineering cars at GM to engineering soundscapes with his record label, he’s proving that resilience and resourcefulness can turn unimaginable setbacks into a soundtrack of success. This is the story of grit, genius, and how music became his movement.

Contact Pam Feinberg-Rivkin:
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In this deeply moving episode of Resilient Butterfly, Dr. John Dyben—Chief Clinical Officer at Hanley Foundation—shares groundbreaking insights from over two decades on the front lines of addiction recovery. From the life-changing Casa Flores program supporting pregnant women with substance use disorders, to innovative care for first responders and a one-of-a-kind therapeutic experience for children ages 7–12, this conversation unpacks how healing an individual can ripple through entire families and generations.

We also explore the science behind spirituality: how prayer, meditation, and gratitude literally rewire the brain, and why peace—not happiness—is what most of us are truly chasing. If you’ve ever wondered how neuroscience and neurotheology meet in real-life recovery or what it really takes to break cycles of trauma and addiction, this is the episode to hear. It’s a masterclass in compassion, brain science, and hope.

Contact Pam Feinberg-Rivkin:
Facebook: @FeinbergCare
Instagram: @FeinbergCare
LinkedIn: Feinberg Consulting Inc
YouTube: @FeinbergConsulting8059 

Looking for a practical takeaway from this conversation?
Download our complimentary companion resource, Looking Beyond the Behavior, designed to help parents and caregivers shift from asking "What's wrong with my child?" to "What might my child be communicating?" The guide explores how looking at children's emotional, behavioral, and physical health through a holistic lens can open the door to greater understanding, connection, and support.

Contact Pam Feinberg-Rivkin:
Facebook: @FeinbergCare
Instagram: @FeinbergCare
LinkedIn: Feinberg Consulting Inc
YouTube: @FeinbergConsulting8059