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Tune in this week as I’m joined by Tana Frey, a certified sex addiction therapist with a focus on working with teens and families navigating the complexities of sexual addictions and behaviors. Drawing from years of experience and research, Tana shares insights on addressing challenges like children's exposure to pornography, sibling sexual abuse, and supporting victims of molestation. She also offers guidance on cultivating healthy sexual habits in children. 

While this topic is challenging, it's one that deserves careful consideration and understanding. This episode aims to offer support and understanding for families facing these challenges.

Tana Frey is currently accepting new clients. If you or someone you know struggles with any of these topics, please visit https://www.sandscounseling.org/staff/tana-frey-cmhc-csat/ 

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Why is saying "no," such a challenge? In a world that promotes "yes" as a symbol of honor, we often associate our worth to how serviceable we are to others. It's time to shift how we measure our value. Tune in to this week's episode as we look at the importance of saying no. I'll guide you through keys to prioritizing your well-being, establishing crucial boundaries, and how to align with your core values. Saying no doesn't diminish your love for others; it empowers you to express love for them while also preserving space for self-love too.

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In this week's episode, I'm joined by therapist Cory Reese. Beyond being an author and ultra marathon runner, Cory has a wealth of knowledge from being trained in psychedelic assisted therapy. He offers his perspective on the transformative potential of psychedelic therapy as an alternative for addressing mental health conditions like depression, anxiety, and trauma. He outlines the structure of a typical session, explores the unique benefits of various psychedelics, and opens up about his personal journey of undergoing this treatment firsthand. 

You can find more information on Ketamine-Assisted Therapy by visiting Cory Reese’s website

Mentioned in episode: How to Change Your Mind by Michael Pollan

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What truly makes a positive or negative relationship? Here's a hint: it's not about the other person. It’s your thoughts that shape the quality of your relationships—with yourself, others, and the circumstances around you. In this episode we look at building awareness about your thoughts, mastering the skill of distinguishing people and circumstances from your thoughts, and how holding two truths can revolutionize your relationship with your life. 

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Ever wondered why it's so hard to believe in yourself? Surprisingly, the biggest obstacle might be you. It's time to shatter those self-imposed limits and rewrite your confidence story. Join me as we dive into looking at how to not be afraid of your emotions, build unshakable self-trust, and rewrite those limiting beliefs about yourself. Spoiler alert: The only approval you need is your own.

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In this week’s episode, I have the privilege of welcoming relationship coach Nicolas Rion. Nicolas is from Burgundy, France, and his mission focuses on supporting individuals to build sustainable relationships in both their professional and personal lives. His coaching journey began in 2017, and trained with one of the world’s leading coaching schools, the Co-Active Training Institute. 

Join us as we explore the value of empathetic listening, uncover the most effective ways to provide support in our relationships, and share a couple frameworks to nurture the connections that truly matter.

Connect with Nick through his website

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As women, we’re not just juggling work, family, and personal aspirations, but we also carry the invisible burden of daily responsibilities, worries, and decisions. This invisible burden is "the mental load.” In this episode I have insights as a therapist  on how to share the load with your spouse. I’ll guide you on how to have open communication, redistribute responsibilities, set attainable expectations, and embrace some needed self-care. Let’s reclaim your sense of balance and prioritize your well-being together.

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Joining me on the podcast this week is Registered Dietitian Emily Fonnesbeck. Emily works  primarily with clients struggling with body image and disordered eating, as she helps them get to a place of learning to accept their bodies. Emily offers her professional and personal wisdom on the impact that food plays into our relationships, the importance of learning to live in our bodies, and how to have a healthier relationship with food. 

Access Emily’s free guide “How To Build A Flexible Structure with Food” here 

Additional resources mentioned in today’s episode: 

Intuitive Eating by Evenlly Tribole & Elyse Resch

The Intuitive Eating Workbook 

More Than A Body by Lindsay Kite & Lexie Kite 

The Body Image Workbook 

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One vital aspect of parenting that often goes unnoticed is helping our children carry their emotional burdens. The challenge for us as parents is to recognize and address these issues effectively.

In this episode, I explore strategies on having meaningful conversations with your child about their emotional struggles. I share how to create a safe and non-judgmental space for them to open up, and how to reflect on their feelings without becoming defensive. These techniques will enable you to strengthen your connection with your child and provide them with the support they need.

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Does too much positivity actually harm our relationships? Join me in this episode with Cory Reese, a therapist, author, ultramarathoner, and expert on toxic positivity. Cory's deep insights from research and personal experiences reveal at what point positivity can become toxic, and the harm it can cause in our relationships, spirituality, self-image, and emotional well-being. Cory offers guidance on breaking free from these patterns and learning to authentically embrace your emotions without judgment. 

Connect with Cory via Instagram, Facebook, and his official website 

Find his published books collection HERE 

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