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Managing Hormones For Your Best Life: The Emotional, Physical & Relationship Impact of Hormonal Change

In Part 2 of this powerful conversation, Tammy Austin and Sherrine Richmond continue exploring the real-life impact of hormonal changes on women and men navigating midlife transitions.

This episode goes beyond hormone replacement therapy and explores:

•  alternatives for women who cannot take HRT 
•  managing hot flashes, brain fog, irritability, and low libido 
•  the emotional impact of hormonal shifts 
•  relationship and intimacy challenges 
•  burnout vs hormonal imbalance 
•  nervous system overload 
•  male hormonal changes (“andropause”) 
•  understanding labs and advocating for your health 

This conversation is honest, informative, validating, and empowering for anyone feeling disconnected from themselves during seasons of physical and emotional change.  To reach Tammy Austin, MA, LMHC, QS, or to schedule a brief consultation: https://calendly.com/bookwithtammy/15min. Click the link here for a free download to aid you with further exploration. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1EtS8ORbH3ZCT6bnIU-0azJANDREyVXHT/view?usp=sharing

Guest Information: Sherrine Richmond, MSN, APRN-BC, WHNP, FNP, specializing in hormone optimization, integrative medicine, and aesthetics. Phone: 407-378-7976  Website: yourwillwellness.com

The information shared on this podcast is provided for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any mental health or medical condition. The conversations, opinions, and resources shared during these episodes are not a substitute for individualized medical, mental health, or other professional care.

Listening to this podcast does not establish a therapist-client, coach-client, or other professional relationship with the host or guests. If you have concerns about your physical, emotional, or mental health, please consult with a qualified healthcare or mental health professional who can provide recommendations based on your individual needs and circumstances.

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Father's Day Special 

"She Can't Control Me: Understanding the Relationship Dynamic Beneath the Conflict"

Why do so many couples get stuck in the cycle of:

"Stop trying to control me."

And...

"I'm not trying to control you. I'm trying to help."

In this Father's Day special episode, Tammy Austin, LMHC, is joined by Dr. Rick Adams to explore one of the most common communication and conflict patterns couples face.

Together, they discuss:

✔ Why men may hear concern as criticism rather than support

✔ The invisible mental and emotional load many women carry in relationships

✔ How emotional abandonment can occur even when couples remain together

✔ Why women may begin to feel unseen, emotionally unsafe, unsupported, or insecure in the relationship

✔ The difference between healthy influence and control

✔ The pursuer-withdrawer cycle that keeps couples stuck

✔ Practical communication strategies to foster emotional safety, connection, and healthier conflict resolution

This episode encourages couples to move beyond blame and defensiveness to better understand the emotions and unmet needs that often lie beneath recurring conflict.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• What appears to be control is often a deeper conversation about emotional safety, partnership, and support.
• What sounds like criticism is often filtered through personal history, insecurities, and unmet emotional needs.
• Emotional abandonment is not always physical absence. It can occur when one partner repeatedly feels unheard, unsupported, or emotionally alone.
• Healthy relationships require both autonomy and connection, respect and vulnerability, accountability and compassion.
• The goal is not to win the argument—it is to understand the experience behind the argument.

FREE RELATIONSHIP CHECK-IN ASSESSMENT

Not sure where your relationship stands right now?

Take my Couples Relationship Assessment Check-In to gain insight into your communication patterns, emotional connection, conflict style, and areas for growth.

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This quick assessment is a great first step toward understanding your relationship dynamics and identifying opportunities for deeper connection.

RELATIONSHIP RESOURCE

Re-Pattern Couples Conflict in 30 Days

Ready to break unhealthy communication cycles and learn healthier ways to navigate conflict?

This self-paced course helps couples:

• Identify recurring conflict patterns

• Improve communication skills

• Develop emotional safety

• Learn practical repair strategies

Purchase here:

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Transform the way you communicate, reconnect with your partner, and begin creating healthier patterns—one conversation at a time.

RELATIONSHIP COACHING

If you and your partner are looking for more personalized support, Tammy offers relationship coaching packages designed to help couples:

• Improve communication

• Strengthen emotional connection

• Navigate recurring conflict

• Rebuild trust and intimacy

• Develop healthier relationship patterns

Learn more here:

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Schedule a Relationship Coaching Discovery Call:

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Take the first step toward creating the relationship you both desire. Sometimes one conversation can begin to change everything.

ABOUT TODAY'S GUEST

Dr. Rick Adams is the President and CEO of MindWay International, LLC and brings more than 30 years of experience as a Licensed Psychotherapist, College Professor, Clinical Supervisor, and consultant.

He is a Qualified Clinical Supervisor for Mental Health Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, and Clinical Social Work, and also serves as a Florida Supreme Court Family Mediator.

Dr. Rick is a nationally recognized speaker and consultant who has dedicated his career to helping individuals, couples, families, and organizations navigate communication challenges, conflict resolution, and personal growth.

Connect with Dr. Rick Adams here:

https://www.mindwayinternational.com/contact

ABOUT YOUR HOST

Tammy Austin, LMHC is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Relationship Coach, Author, Speaker, and Host of Therapy Unchained: After Session Thoughts.

Tammy specializes in helping adults and couples navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, life transitions, infidelity recovery, divorce adjustment, and emotional wellness.

Through her therapy practice, coaching programs, books, and podcast, Tammy is passionate about helping people heal, grow, and create healthier, more authentic relationships.

Because healing isn't about perfection—it's about learning new ways to connect, communicate, and thrive.

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DISCLAIMER

The information shared on Therapy Unchained: After Session Thoughts is intended for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for psychotherapy, counseling, medical advice, or professional mental health treatment.

Listening to this podcast does not establish a therapist-client relationship with Tammy Austin, LMHC, or any guest appearing on the show.

The content discussed in this episode is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any mental health disorder. If you are experiencing emotional distress or mental health concerns, please seek support from a qualified healthcare or mental health professional.

Your healing journey is important, and seeking support is a sign of strength.

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🎧The content of this episode is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. It should not be used as a substitute for consultation with a licensed healthcare provider. Always speak with your medical practitioner before making any changes to your health or wellness routine. Episode Title: Is It Me or My Hormones?  

Guest: Sherrine Richmond, NP | Founder of Your Will Wellness
Host: Tammy Austin, LMHC | Mindset & Relationship Coach

💬 Episode Summary

In this insightful episode, Tammy Austin sits down with Nurse Practitioner Sherrine Richmond of YourWillWellness.com
to unpack a question many women silently ask: Is it me… or my hormones?

We explore how hormonal shifts in perimenopause and menopause impact mood, energy, mental clarity, identity, and relationships. Sherrine breaks down the misunderstood signs of hormone imbalance and shares how holistic and personalized wellness care can help women feel aligned again—mentally, emotionally, and physically.

The episode closes with a powerful conversation on emotional health, identity, and hormonal changes, setting the stage for an upcoming Part 2 (and possibly Part 3).

🧠 Key Topics Covered

• Understanding perimenopause and menopause beyond hot flashes
• Hormones and emotional health: Is it burnout, mood swings, or something deeper?
• How hormonal changes influence identity and relationship dynamics
• Myths and truths about HRT, labs, and alternative support
• When to seek help and what questions to ask your provider

📚 Resources Mentioned

• 🔗 Sherrine Richmond, NP
   www.yourwillwellness.com
  
   📞 407-378-7976
• 📖 Generation M: Living Well in Perimenopause and Menopause by Dr. Jessica Shepherd
• 💻 Tammy’s coaching programs, books, and wellness resources:
   www.itsjustonechaptercoaching.com

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Father’s Day isn’t easy for everyone. For many, it brings up more silence than celebration—more questions than closure.

In this deeply personal and healing episode, host Tammy Austin, LMHC, is joined by Robbin Lacey and Jujuan Young Battle, MS, RMHCI for an honest conversation about the emotional, psychological, and relational imprint fathers leave behind—whether they were present, absent, emotionally unavailable, or everything in between.

Using the iconic song "Dance with My Father" as a metaphor, we explore:

• The protective and foundational role of fathers
• The silent pain of father wounds
• How the absence of a father shapes adult identity, love, and boundaries
• The impact on both women and men
• Ways to reparent the self and reclaim emotional safety
• What healing the “father gap” can look like—through therapy, community, and inner work

Whether your father was your anchor, your ache, or your unknown—this episode holds space for your story and your healing.

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Welcome to "Pearls of Wisdom," a transformative podcast hosted by Tammy Austin, a dedicated Therapist and Mindset Coach. Join Tammy as she delves into enlightening conversations with remarkable guests, Dr. Latora Grant and Keisha Ware. In this episode, they share their inspiring journeys to wisdom, revealing how they've turned life’s challenges into powerful growth opportunities.

Listen in as they discuss their personal experiences, the lessons they've learned, and the strategies they've developed to navigate adversity. "Pearls of Wisdom" is more than just a podcast; it's a community of like-minded individuals who are committed to leaning into life's opportunities to cultivate wisdom and growth in their own lives.

Tune in and be inspired to create your own pearls of wisdom, transforming challenges into stepping stones on your path to personal and professional fulfillment.

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Welcome to "Alone But Not Lonely: Choosing You Every Day," a special episode of the podcast "Life's Journey: Stories of Trials and Triumphs." I'm your host, Tammy Austin, and I'm passionate about the transformative power of choosing oneself. Sometimes, we find ourselves alone—not by choice, but by circumstance. In today's episode, I'm joined by Jujuan Young Battle, a pre-licensed clinician and the business owner of Positive Impact in Orlando, Florida. Together, we explore the profound impact of making deliberate choices for our own well-being. Visit my website at www.therapyunchained.com to become a member and access a free download of your letter to yourself. #choose #AloneNotLonely #SelfLove #MindsetMatters

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Welcome to the newly renamed podcast, "Life's Journey: Stories of Trials and Triumphs." I'm your host, Tammy Austin, and I love exploring and celebrating resilience. Today, my guests are Jacqelyn Jordan, LMHC, and Kelly McDougald, Designer and Owner of Kaydee Mane Collection. We're diving into the topic of embracing change. Life doesn't always unfold as we expect, and learning to control our controllables is crucial. This is Episode 2 of a three-part series. Check out my website at www.therapyunchained.com and become a member to access a free download for your letter to yourself.

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In this episode of Letter to Myself, my guests Dr. Brooke Brimm and Ms. Vanessa Bradford join me in sharing challenges, triumphs and insights from 2023. This is the first of a 3 part series in which some of the women who inspired me in 2023 agreed to take the challenge and reflect on the year.

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Did you know that spiritual doors, like childhood trauma can affect generations  of famiies and individuals?  Anxiety, depression can be rooted in our emotional makeup, as well as our spiritual makeup. Have you noticed certain patterns of behavior, beliefs or tragedies in your family? Do you want to make different choices yet feel that you may follow the same path as others in your family? How does abuse in childhood affect the parent-child relationship? So many questions, we offer some insight.

My guest in this episode is Melinda Michelle, author and Spiritual Warfare Trainer. She is the author of numerous books to create greater understand of spiritual dilemmas, real life experiences and insight. Melinda's website is https:.//www.michelemichelle21.com

Podcast host Tammy Austin is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Life Coach, Relationship Coach and Author. Living Beyond My Representative: A 90 Day Customizable Journey for Authentic Living can be purchased at https://amzn.to/43CLHqb. For additional resources visit https://www.Therapyunchained.com to watch the video podcast use the link here https://youtu.be/bjCDT2si_kM

The podcast is provided for personal enrichment and informational purposes.  https://therapyunchained.com/podcastoverview

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One fateful night in 1980, Guy Brown, a 33 year old Black man had an encounter with Hartford Police which resulted in Mr. Brown being shot in the back. Mr. Brown details his harrowing experience and the long journey for survival. This is part 1 of a 3 part interview, additionally there is a blog about Mr. Brown's experience at https://www.therapyunchained.com/post/one-ordinary-guy

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