Have you been curious about how to get started in therapy, but felt unsure about how to do it? Have no fear - we’re here to answer your questions! In our latest episode Rachel and Jor-El take on this listener submitted question on how to get started in therapy. They cover everything from how to search for a therapist and how to know if you’ve got the right fit for you.  Therapy is confusing and can be difficult too. We hope this episode provides some clarity and inspiration for you to get started. And if you’re in NY state and interested in working with a member of the Viva Wellness team, hit up the New Clients page. Thank you for listening and please feel free to reach out to us on Instagram and Twitter @vivawellnessnyc.  Also please leave a rating and review on iTunes. Until next time!

There have been some many (generally helpful) think pieces about how to adjust our lives during COVID-19.  In our latest episode Rachel and Jor-El talk more about how they’ve been adjusting and how it’s so important to extend ourselves grace during these times. They also talk about the necessity of holding multiple emotions at the same time  (like feeling grateful and pissed!) during the pandemic. We hope this episode helps you better process your own thoughts and feelings about life during this virus.  Please feel free to join the conversation with us on Instagram and Twitter @vivawellnessnyc, @rachelgersten and @jorelcaraballo. And if you feel compelled, please leave a rating and review on iTunes. Thanks for listening!

In our latest episode Rachel and Jor-El talk about the importance of information in the digital age. They tackle the dangers of getting incorrect information and how to make sure that you’re being a critical consumer, especially in the age of COVID-19. Join us and share your thoughts with us! Please send feedback to us directly @vivawellnessnyc, @rachelgersten and @jorelcaraballo on Twitter and Instagram. And please leave a rating and review on iTunes. Thanks for listening!

In our latest episode Jor-El and Rachel sit down to talk through what is likely on most people’s minds right now - coronavirus!   Rachel and Jor-El offer up some therapist-approved strategies to help cope with the pandemic as it seems likely we’ll be dealing with the fallout of this for some time. They discuss practicing acceptance & using humor and the benefit of laughter! They also share their favorite tweets and memes also too. We hope that you find the practical suggestions helpful and share with friends near and far.  We have to get through this together...but apart #socialdistancing! To keep with the latest news about how to protect yourself and others, please visit the CDC’s site on COVID-19 or the latest developments from WHO. And, as always, if you enjoy our podcast please send feedback to us directly @vivawellnessnyc, @rachelgersten and @jorelcaraballo on Twitter and Instagram. And please leave a rating and review on iTunes so that we can grow our podcast even further. Thanks for listening!

This week Rachel and Jor-El sit down with business woman and photographer Diana Davis. If you follow us on Instagram, you definitely would have seen Diana’s handiwork as she’s been responsible for many of the imagery you’ve seen for Viva Wellness. In this episode we talk with Diana about her journey into owning her own business and the power of following your intuition and using positive thinking. We talk about leaps of faith, having the right support and believing in one’s self. If you’re looking for inspiration you’ll find it here! If you enjoy our podcast please send feedback to us @vivawellnessnyc, @rachelgersten and @jorelcaraballo on Twitter and Instagram. And please leave a rating and review on iTunes so that we can grow our podcast even further. Thanks for listening!

This week we have an EXTRA special episode featuring exemplary athlete and advocate Chris Mosier. If you haven’t yet had the joy of learning about Chris, here’s a brief rundown of his incredible accomplishments: First trans man to make a men’s US national team 6 time team member of Team USA in triathlon and duathlon Has won two national championships in race walking First trans athlete to compete in the Olympic trials in the gender in which they identify   Rachel and Jor-El talk to Chris about living his personal motto “be who you needed when you were younger”, advocating for youth athletes and leaving a legacy as a trans athlete. This episode is definitely not one to be missed!   We also learn more about Chris’ background in sports and who his favorite Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle is. This is a good one filled with heart, humor and purpose. To learn more about Chris’ advocacy work you can keep up with him on Instagram @TheChrisMosier and transathlete. If you enjoy our podcast please send feedback to us @vivawellnessnyc, @rachelgersten and @jorelcaraballo on Twitter and Instagram. And please leave a rating and review on iTunes so that we can grow our podcast even further. Thanks for listening!

Impeachment hearings. Iowa. Toxic and abusive political rhetoric. It’s a lot, isn’t it?! In our latest episode Rachel and Jor-El are diving into politics. This week, the topic is not the policies themselves but how we all can cope and adjust to living in a 24 hour news cycle. Tune in as Rachel and Jor-El talk through their own reactions to politics now, and in the past few years, and offer up some tips on how to navigate what seems like the longest election period ever. And, of course, there are always some laughs to enjoy as well. Thanks for listening!

Are you struggling with SAD or just dealing with the natural variances in mood during the winter months?  Listen and find out! In our latest episode Jor-El and Rachel talk about one of the most common conditions this time of year, Seasonal Affective Disorder. This depressive condition affects about 10 million US adults. That’s a lot of people! Learn what the signs of SAD are and what steps you can take to make life better if you’re dealing with symptoms. You may also want to check out our related podcast episode Anxiety and Depression: Myths & Misconceptions. ANNOUNCEMENT! Do you want to have your question answered on the podcast? Submit your question directly to [email protected] and your anonymous inquiry may be featured on an upcoming episode! And please leave a rating and review on iTunes so that we can grow our podcast even further. Thanks for listening!

We’ve got a special treat for you this week! While a lot of people are thinking more and more about nutrition (especially during the winter months) we thought we would bring in Viva Wellness’ in-house Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Caitie Corradino!   Rachel and Jor-El sat down with Caitie to talk about all things nutrition. In this episode, Caitie clarifies what intuitive eating means and takes some time to use her medical expertise to mythbust some five common nutritional fallacies (Keto, intermittent fasting, veganism, etc.) and the psychological burden of continually striving for weight loss.  This episode is chock full of information and we think you’ll learn a lot.  You can always join the conversation and send feedback to us @vivawellnessnyc, @rachelgersten and @jorelcaraballo on Twitter and Instagram. And please leave a rating and review on iTunes so that we can grow out podcast even further. Thanks for listening! And, as always, thank you for listening!

In our latest episode our founders Jor-El and Rachel reflect on the past year, as many of us are doing, and offer up some suggestions on how to move forward in 2020. On that note, we have a new resource available for you on the Viva Wellness Resources page. Vision 2020: My Best Year Yet is a handy worksheet to get you to reflect on the past year and move forward with intention. We hope that you find it useful! And don't forget to tweet or DM us your questions and feedback. You can reach us at @vivawellnessnyc, @rachelgersten and @jorelcaraballo on Twitter and Instagram. Don’t forget to leave a rating and review on iTunes! Enjoy!