THRIVE with Dr. Lee Hildebrand

Healthcare professionals dedicate their lives to caring for others. Who takes care of the caregivers? In this episode of THRIVE, Dr. Hildebrand sits down with Leah Bergstrom, MSN, RN, NEA-BC, CENP, Chief Administrative Officer of HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital Medical Center in Green Bay, to explore healthcare burnout, compassion fatigue and the emotional demands of caring for others. With more than 25 years of experience spanning bedside nursing, emergency and trauma care, and hospital leadership, Leah shares practical insights into recognizing burnout, building healthy resilience, setting boundaries and maintaining compassion without sacrificing personal well-being. They also discuss COVID, staffing pressures, workplace culture and the responsibility healthcare organizations have to support their employees. Whether you are a healthcare professional, leader, caregiver or simply someone who wants to understand the human side of healthcare, this conversation offers practical and hopeful perspectives on burnout, resilience and sustainable well-being.

To reach Dr. Hildebrand, go to lakeshorepsychologyservices.com

What does it really mean to be a leader? In this episode of THRIVE, Jennifer Benjamin, MBA, Associate Director of the Fotsch Innovation and Engineering Leadership Development Center at Marquette University, joins Dr. Hildebrand to explore how young people can intentionally develop the skills, mindset and character needed to become effective leaders. They discuss Marquette’s Excellence in Leadership (E-Lead) program and its focus on leading oneself, leading with others and leading innovation. Jennifer shares insights into the importance of self-awareness, emotional intelligence, communication, collaboration, values, resilience and learning from failure, while explaining how real-world experiences and reflection can transform leadership potential into leadership capacity. They also explore the unique strengths and challenges facing today’s young adults, the role parents and mentors can play, and practical steps anyone can take to begin developing leadership skills. Ultimately, this conversation offers an encouraging message: leadership is not simply a title or a personality trait. It is a set of skills and behaviors that can be developed through intentional practice, experience, and a commitment to serving others.

To reach Dr. Hildebrand, go to lakeshorepsychologyservices.com

 In this episode of the THRIVE podcast, Dr. Hildebrand dialogues with Dr. Darla Booth, a chiropractor and functional medicine practitioner, about practical ways to optimize brain health throughout life. She discusses how nutrition, sleep, exercise, stress management, supplements, sauna, cold therapy, and the gut-brain connection all influence memory, focus, and cognitive performance. Dr. Booth also shares a functional medicine perspective on cognitive decline and simple strategies to help keep your brain healthy as you age. 

 To learn more about Dr. Lee Hildebrand's counseling, coaching, consulting, speaking, and other resources, visit: www.LakeshorePsychologyServices.com

To learn more about Dr. Darla Booth and her functional medicine and brain health services, visit: www.DarlaBooth.com 

 Estate planning is often viewed as a financial and legal process, but it is also deeply emotional. In this episode, psychologist and host Dr. Hildebrand talks with attorney Kirsten Hildebrand to explore the human side of estate planning. They discuss the emotions that can arise when making decisions about wills, trusts, powers of attorney, healthcare directives, family inheritances, and end-of-life wishes. Whether you're planning for the future, caring for aging parents, or navigating family dynamics around money and legacy, this conversation offers practical guidance and valuable insights to help you approach estate planning with greater confidence, clarity, and peace of mind. 

To reach Dr. Hildebrand, go to https://lakeshorepsychologyservices.com

To reach attorney Hildebrand, go to https://hildebrandlawfirm.net

In this episode of Thrive with Dr. Lee Hildebrand, I sit down with musician Rick Shuler to explore the powerful role nostalgia plays in our lives through the lens of John Denver’s music. We discuss Rick’s personal journey as a John Denver cover artist, how he first connected with the music, and the deeper emotional impact it has had on both his life and audiences, including the inspiration behind his new album Colorado. We also dive into the origins and meaning behind “Sunshine on My Shoulders,” and how nostalgia—far from simply looking backward—can ground us, heal us, and bring meaning into our everyday lives.

To contact Dr. Lee, go to https://www.lakeshorepsychologyservices.com

To contact Rick Shuler, go to https://www.rickshulermusic.com

 In this episode, Dr. Hildebrand interviews Tamara Kasper, a nationally recognized expert in autism intervention and founder of Kasper Enterprises. They explore what it truly means to understand autism—from common misconceptions and early signs to the sensory, social, and emotional experiences of autistic individuals. Tamara shares practical strategies for families, educators, and communities, highlights strengths often overlooked, and discusses ways to foster acceptance and empowerment. This episode offers a thoughtful, compassionate look at autism and actionable insights for anyone supporting someone on the spectrum. 

In this episode, Dr. Hildebrand dialogues with Dr. Amy DeGueme, a board-certified endocrinologist in the Milwaukee area, for an in-depth and balanced conversation about GLP-1 medications. They explore how these medications work, their clinical indications, and the potential benefits for weight management and metabolic health, while also discussing common side effects, challenges, and real-world patient experiences. This episode offers a thoughtful and knowledgeable look at one of the most talked-about topics in modern medicine—helping listeners better understand whether GLP-1 therapy may be appropriate and what informed decision-making truly looks like. 

 Dr. Hildebrand sits down with seasoned yoga instructor Kirsten Hinz for a thoughtful dialogue about her unexpected journey into yoga—beginning with reluctant attendance at her first class decades ago, falling in love with the practice, and ultimately making yoga instruction a central purpose of her life. Together, they explore the physiological, psychological, and emotional benefits of yoga, drawing from both Kirsten’s lived experience and the growing body of research supporting this timeless practice. Kirsten also dispels common myths about yoga and shares how she brings her own creative touch to teaching, crafting a beautiful, choreographed experience of movement and music. 

Dr. Hildebrand dialogues with Chef Monica Hidalgo who articulates her concerns about children's nutrition and how that impacts their mental health. She explores her beginnings from El Salvador to the North Shore of Milwaukee and her journey with food in seeking to educate and serve people through her business, Eat Pretty Please.

You can reach Dr. Hildebrand at lakeshorepsychologyservices.com

and Chef Monica at eatprettyplease.com

Dr. Hildebrand hosts a dialogue with Anna Ackerman LPC on the challenges of managing chronic health conditions. Anna's own personal journey with health challenges has informed her successful treatment of these situations in her counseling practice. She communicates strategies related to working with a comprehensive healthcare team in how she assists people with both the physical and mental aspects of advocating for their own healthcare.

 Dr. Hildebrand and Anna Ackerman LPC can be contacted through lakeshorepsychologyservies.com