Join your cohosts Stacie and Brooke on "Transforming and Thriving" for a profound and deeply personal conversation with Katie Estberg, integrative healing practitioner and Doctoral Candidate in Clinical Psychology. Brooke shares how a professional connection with Katie blossomed into a meaningful friendship rooted in a shared commitment to helping others, praising Katie’s warmth, intelligence, and heart.

In this episode, Katie bravely shares a pivotal “before and after” moment in her life: her experience with a miscarriage. She opens up about the profound grief and isolation she felt, and how this led her to an incredible breakthrough through her own use of EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing). She reveals how EMDR helped her uncover a deep, subconscious link between her adult grief and an early childhood experience of feeling alone, ultimately transforming her personal healing journey and professional purpose.

This powerful conversation explores the complexities of grief, the truth about anger in the healing process, and the importance of self-care and resilience. Katie Estberg shares her unique approach to holding space for others, blending neuroscience with holistic modalities like EMDR and Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy to help individuals move through trauma and loss. Her story is a testament to the fact that profound personal pain can be transformed into a powerful mission to help others heal.

Find out more about Katie Estberg and her work: Instagram: @magic_overmatters Website: magic_overmatters.co Stan Store: stan.store/katieestberg

Find us here: https://linktr.ee/transformingandthriving

We are so excited to announce the launch of our new philanthropy initiative! We invite all our amazing listeners to help support the incredible work our former guest Susan Parmalee is doing with the Wellness & Prevention Center by raising funds for their preventative and mental health programs that benefit young people, including their brand-new Allcove space in San Juan Capistrano, a place for youth to find community, support, advice, or even just a moment of pause. Your donations make a real difference, and to kick things off, we'll be matching up to $1000 in donations! 

DONATION LINK: Support teen mental health here!

Follow them on IG at WPCoc and learn about their mission to create a culture in which young people prioritize their mental health and have access to quality care. Learn more about the new Allcove center your donations are helping to support here: allcove: find your moment. find your space. find your center.

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Join your cohosts Neelia and Brooke on "Transforming and Thriving" for a deeply personal and insightful conversation with Isabel Witter—an artist, author, and an individual bravely navigating a profound internal transformation. In this episode, Isabel shares her journey of rewiring a lifelong overactive fear response, learning to set boundaries, and loving herself enough to end toxic relationships.

Isabel opens up about a pivotal "before and after" moment in her life, rooted in an existential crisis she experienced at just nine years old. She candidly discusses how this early fear of "non-being" led her to cling to control and overthink worst-case scenarios, limiting her ability to live authentically and enjoy the things she loves, like travel and nature.

This powerful conversation explores what it truly means to live with constant fear and the resilience it takes to actively transform it. Isabel shares the tools and wisdom she’s gained from her journey, including the importance of meditation, surrender, and practicing self-compassion. She also reveals how her personal work has shaped her professionally, including her role as an artist in the bereavement industry and as a co-author of the book, The Hum, which provides adolescents a framework for living intentionally.

In this episode, we dive into concepts from her favorite books:

• Bell Hooks' All About Love: Love as a conscious act of will and intention.
• Rupert Spira's Non-Dualism: The understanding that everything is interconnected and the self is not separate from reality.
• Robin Norwood's Women Who Love Too Much: The psychological patterns of unhealthy relationships and the path to self-love.

Isabel’s raw and inspiring story is a testament to the fact that even our most deeply engrained fears can be transformed.

Find out more about Isabel and her work here:

• Instagram: @busyizzzyy
• Her co-authored book with Stacie's bro-in-law, The Hum: The Hum: Weaver, Jason, Witter, Isabel: 9798285826651: Amazon.com: Books

We are so excited to announce the launch of our new philanthropy initiative! We invite all our amazing listeners to help support the incredible work our former guest Susan Parmalee is doing with the Wellness & Prevention Center by raising funds for their preventative and mental health programs that benefit young people, including their brand-new Allcove space in San Juan Capistrano, a place for youth to find community, support, advice, or even just a moment of pause. Your donations make a real difference, and to kick things off, we'll be matching up to $1000 in donations! 

DONATION LINK: Support teen mental health here!

Follow them on IG at WPCoc and learn about their mission to create a culture in which young people prioritize their mental health and have access to quality care. Learn more about the new Allcove center your donations are helping to support here: allcove: find your moment. find your space. find your center.Find us here: https://linktr.ee/transformingandthriving

Get your FREE meditation download: https://transforming-and-thriving.kit.com/40d6bfadc6

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Join your cohosts Brooke and Stacie on "Transforming and Thriving" for a truly profound and inspiring conversation with Susan Parmelee, Licensed Clinical Social Worker and the Executive Director of the Wellness & Prevention Center. Susan has long been a mentor and inspiration in the local community and schools, recognized for her visionary leadership, tireless dedication, and humble commitment to teen mental health.

In this deeply personal episode, Susan bravely shares a pivotal "before and after" moment in her life: her decision to embark on a new career journey by enrolling in graduate school for Social Work when her youngest child was five. She candidly discusses how this path, though often uncomfortable, was crucial for her growth and well-being. Susan opens up about confronting past mental health issues that resurfaced, including an eating disorder and feelings of "not being or doing enough," leading her to her own therapy. This experience has given her profound empathy for those she now serves as clients. She shares invaluable wisdom gained from this journey, emphasizing the importance of a great therapist, the life-saving potential of medication, and the unwavering support of two unconditionally supportive friends who stayed with her even on difficult days. Susan's story is a testament to the power of embracing discomfort for growth and learning that doing a good job is enough…it doesn't have to be perfect.

Susan's story is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit, highlighting that healing and growth are not always linear, but profoundly impactful. She offers invaluable insights into prioritizing self-love rather than concern about others’ judgment and acceptance, finding strength in the face of past hurts, and using experiences as fuel to give back and help others. This episode is a moving exploration of identity, worthiness, and the transformative power of choosing love over judgment. 

We are BEYOND excited to announce the launch of our new philanthropy initiative! We invite all our amazing listeners to help support the incredible work Susan is doing with the Wellness & Prevention Center by raising funds for their preventative and mental health programs that benefit young people, including their brand-new Allcove space in San Juan Capistrano, a place for youth to find community, support, advice, or even just a moment of pause. Your donations make a real difference, and to kick things off, we'll be matching up to $1000 in donations! 

LINK TO DONATE: Support teen mental health here!

Follow them on IG at WPCoc and learn about their mission to create a culture in which young people prioritize their mental health and have access to quality care. Learn more about the new Allcove center your donations are directly supporting here: allcove: find your moment. find your space. find your center.

Find us here: https://linktr.ee/transformingandthriving 

Get your FREE meditation download: https://transforming-and-thriving.kit.com/40d6bfadc6 

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Join your cohosts Neelia and Brooke on "Transforming and Thriving" for an incredibly inspiring conversation with Dr. Joy Bhat. Brooke, who has followed her journey for years, shares how Dr. Joy’s energy, insight, and authenticity have always stood out.

In this powerful episode, Dr. Joy, a physician specializing in weight loss, longevity, and lifestyle medicine, opens up about the major "before and after" transition in her life: leaving a secure corporate medical job to pursue a life rooted in purpose, freedom, and impact in Los Angeles. She shares the pivotal moment she decided to take a huge chance on herself, trusting her gut and embracing uncertainty to start her own practice. Dr. Joy discusses how this bold move “from corporate to calling” allowed her to explore the root causes of chronic illness, moving beyond quick fixes to empower individuals with personalized, realistic lifestyle changes.

Listeners will gain invaluable insights into Dr. Joy's mindset—learning to break down big fears into small, actionable steps and regulating the nervous system through nature. She discusses her vision for one-on-one consultations focused on nutrition, exercise, and holistic lifestyle shifts, making health feel simple and doable. This episode is a testament to the power of self-trust, the bravery of pursuing alignment, and the transformative potential of bold moves, even in uncertainty.

Dr. Joy Bhat is a board-certified physician in Obesity Medicine and Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation who left corporate healthcare to offer a more personalized, compassionate path to healing—helping people feel strong, energized, and in control of their health.

She’s now offering a personalized 6-week program with weekly 1:1 consultations designed to help you lose stubborn weight, reset your metabolism, and feel more energized. 

Join the waitlist to work with Dr. Joy: https://mailchi.mp/joybhatmd/11-consults

Follow for more on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.joy.md/

Find us here: https://linktr.ee/transformingandthriving 

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Join your cohosts Neelia Heydt and Stacie Weaver on "Transforming and Thriving" for a truly profound and inspiring conversation with Maryanne Hibner, Founder and Chief Creative Officer of Hibner Design Group. Beyond her incredible professional accomplishments, Maryanne has deeply inspired Neelia with her commitment to community impact and thoughtful generosity, pushing her to become more philanthropic in her own life.

In this deeply personal episode, Maryanne bravely shares a pivotal moment from her teenage years: a hurtful comment from her stepfather that ignited a lifelong drive to prove her worth. She candidly discusses how, in her 40s, she had a powerful realization – her quest to prove him wrong had transformed into a journey of self-discovery, seeking to validate the worthy little girl within. Maryanne opens up about the ongoing work she does to navigate that inner voice, finding strength in spirituality, prayer, and the unwavering support of her husband. She shares how this personal healing fuels her philanthropic endeavors, including her work with A Mission For Michael, and how she empowers others through her mentorship.

Maryanne's story is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit, highlighting that healing and growth are not always linear, but profoundly impactful. She offers invaluable insights into prioritizing self-love, finding strength in the face of past hurts, and the importance of connecting with one's spiritual self. This episode is a moving exploration of identity, worthiness, and the transformative power of choosing love over judgment.

Find out more about Maryanne Hibner and her work: Hibner Design Group on Instagram: @hibnerdesigngroup

Maryanne's personal Instagram: @maryannehibner

Lifestyle blog: @no15studio

A Mission For Michael on Instagram: @AMissionforMichael

Find us here: https://linktr.ee/transformingandthriving

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Join your cohosts Neelia and Brooke on "Transforming and Thriving" for an incredibly powerful and inspiring conversation with Casey Kang. Casey is a three-time survivor of acute lymphoblastic leukemia and a stroke survivor, whose life took a drastic "before and after" turn with her first cancer diagnosis.  

In this deeply personal episode, Casey bravely shares her remarkable journey of facing her own mortality, undergoing a hail mary immunotherapy, and fundamentally changing her lifestyle to prioritize her health. She opens up about the immense challenges she faced throughout her treatment and the continuous work she does to move forward, motivated by a profound commitment to reclaiming her life.  

Casey, now a trauma-informed cancer coach, illuminates how she guides others in healing using somatic movement and breathwork, empowering them to live healthier, stronger, and free from fear. Her mission is to help survivors reclaim their lives, both physically and emotionally. She shares invaluable insights from her work as the author of "Finding Your Way Back to Heart Center: Cancer Treatment Ended, Now What?" and draws upon her extensive expertise as a certified personal trainer, yoga instructor, Cancer Exercise Specialist, and more.  

For listeners navigating their own challenges, Casey offers heartfelt advice on staying resilient and finding their path, even in the face of profound adversity. This episode is a testament to the power of resilience, the journey of healing, and the transformative potential of embracing a new, healthier life.

Find out more about Casey Kang and access her free guide at: https://www.thehappierhustle.com/

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Join your cohosts Neelia and Stacie on "Transforming and Thriving" for a deeply insightful conversation with the remarkable Natasha Drukarova Denmark, a mother of two, wife, tenure-track professor, and a woman with a rich tapestry of passions. In this episode, Natasha bravely shares her profound experience of immigrating to the U.S. with her family under religious asylum at the young age of six. She unveils the challenges and adaptations she and her family faced as they navigated a new country, learned a new language, and underwent the citizenship process. Natasha reflects on how this pivotal period shaped her identity, from her early years to rediscovering her past during graduate school, and how it continues to influence her marriage and the way she and her husband raise their children.

Through her powerful storytelling, Natasha illuminates the resilience required to embrace a new culture while honoring her roots. She offers invaluable perspectives on navigating significant life transitions, adapting to change, and finding strength in the face of the unknown. Her journey is a testament to the enduring human spirit and the profound impact of early life experiences on shaping our adult lives.

For listeners navigating their own challenges, Natasha shares heartfelt advice on staying resilient and finding their path forward, drawing from her own experiences of being forced to adapt and grow. This episode is a moving exploration of identity, adaptation, and the enduring power of family and personal strength.

Check out Natasha's Etsy store here: LittleTravelerKits - Etsy

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Join host Brooke Sacchetti as she warmly welcomes Britt Brandon, a seasoned wellness expert with over two decades in the industry. With a wealth of certifications in fitness and nutrition, Britt has empowered over 10,000 women globally and authored an impressive 23 books on various health topics! In this inspiring episode, Britt delves into her latest book, "She Rises & Thrives: Loving Life In Recovery!", sharing her unique perspective as both a health coach and a resilient abuse survivor in recovery from addiction.

Witness Britt's powerful journey as she unveils the pivotal moment of her sobriety, marking a profound turning point in her life. She bravely discusses the challenges that contributed to her struggles, including intense abuse and the overwhelming feeling of helplessness while raising three children after leaving her abusive ex-husband. Prepare to be moved as Britt illuminates the incredible transformation she has experienced in the past six and a half years, exceeding her wildest dreams. Her mission is to offer hope and practical tools to women everywhere, empowering survivors to truly thrive.

Connect with Britt and discover more about her work! Her new book, "She Rises & Thrives: Loving Life In Recovery!", is a testament to her journey. You can also visit her website: https://sherisesandthrives.com/ and find her on social media

YouTube: @brittbrandonofficial 

IG: @brittbrandonofficial 

FB Page: She Rises & Thrives 

TikTok: @brittbrandonofficial

Need help with domestic abuse? Reach out to the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1‑800‑799‑SAFE or visit their website for confidential, 24/7 chat support.

Struggling with addiction? SMART Recovery offers free, secular support groups and tools—online or in-person—based on proven therapeutic methods. Go to: https://smartrecoveryglobal.org/

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Join cohosts Neelia and Stacie as we welcome Anne-Michelle Frances, a powerhouse entrepreneur who transformed her life after grieving multiple major losses, including her best friend. Witness her extraordinary metamorphosis as she reveals the raw, unfiltered truth of rebuilding life after the shattering death of her dearest friend, all while shouldering the immense responsibility of motherhood. Anne-Michelle shares her raw and inspiring journey of reinventing herself through intentional physical and emotional healing and self-discovery.

Anne-Michelle's story is a testament to resilience, showing how pain can awaken your greatest love story. Hear how she found strength in cultivating a supportive group of like-minded individuals with a growth mindset and became the woman she always wanted to be. She created a list of qualities she wanted in a partner and became those things herself, one by one, with dedication and discipline. She also emphasizes the importance of empowering children to pursue their passions fearlessly.

Connect with Anne-Michelle and find teasers on Instagram @therealannemichelle and release dates for her podcast, “Listen to Your Mother,” which she is hosting with her children!

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Join Brooke Sacchetti and Neelia Heydt on "Transforming and Thriving" for an inspiring conversation with intuitive business coach and hypnotherapist, Claudia Whitney. Claudia shares her powerful journey of reinvention, particularly her move back to the states to start her coaching business while navigating the uncertainties of motherhood. She candidly discusses hitting rock bottom, battling fear and lost confidence, and how her son became a driving force for her pivot. Discover the tools Claudia used to rebuild, including intuition journaling, self-care, and a unique self-reflection exercise involving trusted individuals, designed to uncover your strengths and blind spots.

Claudia, who helps coaches, leaders, creatives, and entrepreneurs build expansive and aligned businesses, delves into the mindset shifts and subconscious reprogramming necessary for personal and professional growth. She opens up about two significant life transitions: 1. In her early twenties, she had a transformation in which she shed insecurities and embraced self-discovery; 2. Her later move to LA, where she faced the challenges of balancing motherhood and a career pivot. Claudia’s experiences, filled with both struggle and triumph, offer valuable insights into finding magic in messy seasons and thriving on your own terms.

Claudia was generous enough to share a free resource for listeners: the Fear Alchemy Method workbook. This workbook helps you shift your relationship with fear—rather than pushing it aside, you’ll learn to understand its messages and use it as a tool for growth. Through guided exercises, you’ll expand your capacity to hold both fear and courage, allowing you to move forward with more confidence and ease. Link here: https://claudia-whitney.myflodesk.com/fear-alchemy-method-workbook

Find Claudia here: https://claudiawhitney.com

Instagram: @with.claudiawhitney

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