This week, Miriah sits down with Ellen McAliney, PT, DPT, the owner of Essence Physical Therapy, to explore the role that your pelvic floor plays in overall wellbeing. Miriah and Ellen explore the function and importance of the pelvic floor before diving deep into an exploration of the connection between trauma and pelvic floor health. Ellen also identifies signs of potential pelvic floor dysfunction and discusses why pelvic floor health may often go overlooked in larger conversations about wellness. Enjoy!

In this episode of the Choosing Change podcast, Miriah welcomes Joe Owens, a social worker and person in recovery, to discuss the profound impact of lived experience in recovery work. This conversation not only sheds light on Joe's personal journey but also emphasizes the importance of community and connection in the healing process.

This week, Miriah is joined by Charles Knowles, founder Vision + Fitness and Love Yoga, for a conversation that focuses on the importance of self-care, community, and developing a sustainable approach to fitness, especially as we transition into the new year. Charles and Miriah also explore the intersections between mental and physical fitness and unpack the role of accountability in building an intentional fitness routine. Tune in to join us in starting 2026 off on a strong note!

This week, Miriah is joined by Abby Ponticello Payne, MFT for a new episode of our mini series: "Questions I Wish I Could Ask My Therapist"! Buckle up for answers to all of the juicy questions you've always wanted to ask, such as: Does your therapist actually self-care? Who is their celebrity crush? And, what's their toxic trait?

We believe that healing is relational, and your therapists are people too! We hope you enjoy getting to learn a little more about the humans on the other side of the therapy room.

This week, Miriah is joined by Sara Silliman, LMFT for a deep dive on modern dating culture. Miriah and Sara break down the importance of portraying oneself authentically when creating a dating app profile and examine what being intentional looks like in the context of online dating. The ladies discuss "healthy dating resolutions" for 2026, as well as some habits that we may want to leave behind in 2025. Sara also explains how mindset shifts can help mitigate the overwhelm that often comes along with online dating culture. For those hoping to get into a growth-oriented mindset as the new year approaches, you won't want to miss this episode!

This week, Miriah is joined by Lauren Cohen, LAMFT for a new episode of our mini series: "Questions I Wish I Could Ask My Therapist"! Buckle up for answers to all of the juicy questions you've always wanted to ask, such as: Does your therapist actually self-care? Who is their celebrity crush? And, what's their toxic trait?

We believe that healing is relational, and your therapists are people too! We hope you enjoy getting to learn a little more about the humans on the other side of the therapy room.

This week, Miriah is joined by financial coach and founder of Moneyskope, Alex Marukos, CFA®, CFP®, to discuss one of the hot topics that so many of us grapple with at this time of year... holiday spending pressure!

Alex and Miriah dive into questions such as: Why do so many people overspend or feel guilty about holiday shopping? What strategies can people use to manage spending while still maintaining a sense of holiday cheer? And how can people set themselves up for financial success in the new year?

For anyone trying to stay on track financially during the most wonderful time of the year, you will not want to miss this episode!

Miriah herself is in the hot seat for this week's edition of our "Questions I Wish I Could Ask My Therapist" series! In this mini episode, Miriah is interviewed by her dear friend and colleague Amber Pleasants, LPC. Buckle up for answers to all of the juicy questions you've always wanted to ask, such as: Does your therapist actually self-care? Who is their celebrity crush? And, what's their toxic trait?

We believe that healing is relational, and your therapists are people too! We hope you enjoy getting to learn a little more about the humans on the other side of the therapy room.

This week, Miriah sits down with Lauren Cohen, LAMFT to break down the topic of co-parenting during the holiday season. Miriah and Lauren identify several concrete strategies for successful co-parenting during one of the most hectic times of year, including boundary-setting techniques and methods for communicating with high-conflict people. Miriah and Lauren also explore the benefits of creating a child-centered holiday season, and provide guidance for parents looking to do so in their own homes.

This week, Miriah is joined by Sara Silliman, MFT for the first episode of our new mini series: "Questions I Wish I Could Ask My Therapist"! Buckle up for answers to all of the juicy questions you've always wanted to ask, such as: Does your therapist actually self-care? Who is their celebrity crush? And, what's their toxic trait?

We believe that healing is relational, and your therapists are people too! We hope you enjoy getting to learn a little more about the humans on the other side of the therapy room.