Helping people make peace with food since 2013. Registered dietitian nutritionist, certified intuitive eating counselor, and journalist Christy Harrison, MPH, RD, CEDS talks with guests and answers listener questions about making peace with food, healing from disordered eating, learning body acceptance, practicing intuitive eating, escaping harmful wellness culture, and more--all from a body-positive, anti-diet perspective. Along the way, Christy shares her own journey from disordered eater ...
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Continuing Education for mental health counselors, licensed professional counselors, licensed marriage and family therapists, and social workers. Get a year of unlimited CE audio courses (aka Podcourses) at a single affordable price with The Therapy Show with Lisa Mustard, accredited by NBCC. Designed for flexibility and convenience, Podcourses enable therapists and counselors to engage in learning anytime and anywhere - no need to sit for hours watching recorded trainings. These audio-based ...
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Are you frustrated by the lack of healthcare education? Are you trapped by stereotypes and outdated practices in medicine? It’s time to break free. Welcome to "Uncover Your Eyes," hosted by Dr. Meenal Agarwal, where we explore the hidden truths of healthcare, exposing what’s often overlooked in the world of mental health, physical health, nutrition, wellness, longevity, and the latest healthcare innovations. Dr. Meenal Agarwal, an expert in the field, is on a mission to provide healthcare ed ...
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Are you ready to end the war with food, discover total confidence in your body, AND achieve your health goals? If your answer is “yes” but you’re a tad skeptical, then you’re in the exact right place. A rising leader in the industry, Beth Basham MS, RD is a Registered Dietitian, Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor, and Liberated Body Coach. Beth helps women bridge food freedom with optimal health using principles of intuitive eating, emotional mastery, functional medicine, neuroscience, and ...
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Dive into "The Anti Diet Life" with host Leah Hortin, an anti-diet health coach and intuitive eating counselor. Join us as we give diet culture the rebel yell, exploring intuitive eating, body acceptance, and pursuing health at any size. Uncover tools to navigate the toxic diet mentality and find a weight-neutral approach. Connect, share takeaways, and reach Leah on Instagram at @antidiethealthcoach. Subscribe, share, and be part of the movement towards a more liberated and balanced approach ...
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A diagnosis of cancer is life changing. We spend so much time discussing treatment plans and physical side effects of treatment but we don't always have the opportunity to truly discuss how a cancer diagnosis affects a woman emotionally -- her feelings, worries, and fears. However, these conversations need to take place. In this podcast, we will have these difficult conversations. I will be speaking with women who are all at various stages of cancer treatment. We will talk about anything and ...
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In today’s fast-paced world, it is easy to set aside self-care. With long daily to-do lists, many people disregard things that make them miserable. They go on with their lives despite feeling exhausted, sick, or downright depressed. Some can't even afford to stop to take a short breath. As a result, their bodies fail them, and they struggle to understand their ultimate purpose in life. Find the much-needed pause to reinvigorate yourself, right here on the Eat For Life Podcast. This show feat ...
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Are Screens Fueling Autism-Like Symptoms And The Hidden Dangers of Kids’ TV Shows with Researcher Andreina Rosales
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49:34Is it a coincidence that autism rates began to rise around the year 2000—the same time the digital age was exploding into our homes? Could too much digital exposure actually rewire children's brains? In this eye-opening episode of the Uncover Your Eyes podcast, Dr. Meenal Agarwal sits down with autism researcher Andreina Rosales to unpack a groundb…
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Clinical Approaches to Challenging Boys: Temperament, Executive Functioning, and Family Systems Work with Dr. Timothy Davis | continuing education | Podcourse | parenting |
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1:02:05PURCHASE THIS PODCOURSE! If you are a therapist or counselor looking for continuing education, check out my NBCC Approved $5 Podcourses and other continuing education offerings.Plus, get your first Podcourse half off. In this Podcourse episode, I sit down with Dr. Timothy Davis, a psychologist who has spent his career working with what he calls “ch…
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The Hidden Cost of Medicine: Breaking the Healers It Was Meant to Protect with Dr. Jessi Gold
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55:08Over 60% of physicians report emotional exhaustion and nearly 1 in 4 medical residents meet the criteria for major depression. Our fields were designed to shape compassionate healers, yet too often they strip away the very person who first entered medicine with hope and purpose. In this powerful episode of the Uncover Your Eyes podcast, Dr. Meenal …
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Eyes On - Medical Gaslighting: Delayed. Dismissed. Denied. The Hidden Danger in Healthcare Exposed
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13:39We’re told to trust our instincts—but what happens when doctors dismiss them? In this powerful episode of the Uncover Your Eyes Podcast, Dr. Meenal Agarwal exposes the hidden crisis of medical gaslighting in today’s healthcare system. Drawing from personal stories, patient experiences, and the latest research, Dr. Meenal uncovers: ✅ The origins of …
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On today’s episode, I am speaking with Dani Binnington, a leading advocate for women navigating menopause after cancer — a challenge many say is harder than treatment itself. She is the founder of Menopause and Cancer and host of the Menopause and Cancer podcast. Dani blends her own cancer and early menopause experience with expert guidance to help…
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How Free Speech Supports Mental Health: Dr. Chloe Carmichael on “Can I Say That?” | self-expression | cancel culture | self-censorship
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28:37🧠 Get my Coping with Political Stress Ebook and Peaceful Politics AI Guide 🗣 Therapist Conversation Framework: Politics in Session A printable PDF with 97 questions to navigate political talk in therapy - without taking sides. 💬 Solution-Focused Therapy Guide72 questions + prompts to help adult clients clarify goals and move forward using SFT. If y…
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"Food Addiction" + Ultraprocessed Foods + Disordered Eating with Marci Evans
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1:09:26Eating-disorders dietitian Marci Evans joins us to discuss the current science on “food addiction” (sometimes called “ultraprocessed food addiction”)—and what’s changed since I first interviewed her about this topic for Food Psych back in 2016. We get into how food addiction is defined and measured (and what that definition leaves out), the overlap…
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Sugar or Cocaine? How This Drug Hijacks Your Brain And The Neural Addiction Process With Dr. Nicole Avena
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52:14🍬Is sugar just a sweet treat—or a substance as addictive as drugs or alcohol that we are handing our kids daily? In this eye-opening episode of the Uncover Your Eyes podcast, Dr. Meenal Agarwal dives deep into the science of sugar addiction with Dr. Nicole Avena, neuroscientist, health psychology professor, and author of Sugarless.Together, we expl…
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Love Over Politics: How to Stay Connected When Family Disagrees with Lisa Mustard | Political Stress | Family Conflict | Family Disagreements
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11:58🧠 Get my Coping with Political Stress Ebook and Peaceful Politics AI Guide 🗣 Therapist Conversation Framework: Politics in Session A printable PDF with 97 questions to navigate political talk in therapy—without taking sides. 💬 Solution-Focused Therapy Guide72 questions + prompts to help adult clients clarify goals and move forward using SFT. If you…
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The Code We Can’t Ignore: Knowing Your DNA Can Save Your Life with Genetic Counselor Dena Goldberg
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44:47What if your DNA could hold the answers to your migraines, mental health struggles, or even your future risk of disease? 💡 Did you know? Over 1 in 2 people will be diagnosed with a genetic condition that doesn’t run in their family. 88% of rare diseases have a genetic root—yet many go misdiagnosed for years. In this eye-opening episode of the Uncov…
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How to Choose Continuing Education That Actually Improves Your Therapy Practice with Lisa Mustard | affordable CEUs for therapists | clinical skills | professional development
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8:57If you are a therapist or counselor looking for continuing education, check out my NBCC Approved $5 Podcourses and other continuing education offerings. Plus, get your first Podcourse half off. 🧠 Coping with Political Stress (eBook + Workbook)A 62-page editable guide with grounding tools and reflection prompts. Customize and share with clients. Not…
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Secrets of the Notorious "Camp Shame," a Hotbed of Disordered Eating and Deception
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1:13:10Filmmaker and podcaster Kelsey Snelling joins us to discuss her new podcast, Camp Shame, which exposes the troubling history of a notorious weight-loss camp. We get into the effects of deprivation and starvation, the cult-like nature of the camp, how it weathered its many scandals, whether it’s possible to run a camp for larger-bodied kids that’s w…
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We Need Answers: The Truth About Gastrointestinal Disorders & Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS) with Dr. Zachary Spiritos
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38:4440% of North Americans are living with a gastrointestinal disorder—from IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome) to complex, chronic conditions like MCAS (Mast Cell Activation Syndrome) —yet far too many are misdiagnosed, dismissed, or left without answers. In this gut-changing episode of the Uncover Your Eyes Podcast, Dr. Meenal Agarwal sits down with Dr. Z…
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On today’s episode, I am speaking with Dr. Jessica Zucker. Jessica Zucker is a Los Angeles-based psychologist specializing in reproductive health and the author of the award-winning books NORMALIZE IT: Upending the Silence, Stigma, and Shame That Shape Women’s Lives and I HAD A MISCARRIAGE: A Memoir, a Movement. Jessica is the creator of the viral …
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The Impact of Excessive Screen Time on Youth Mental Health: Research, Risks, and Solutions with Dr. Johann D’Souza | continuing education | podcourse | parenting | social media
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56:53PURCHASE THIS PODCOURSE! If you are a therapist or counselor looking for continuing education, check out my NBCC Approved $5 Podcourses and other continuing education offerings.Plus, get your first Podcourse half off. Since 2009, rates of anxiety, depression, and suicidality among young people have risen sharply, and research points to smartphones …
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Eyes On - Self-Advocacy in Healthcare: Why We Feel Dismissed
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11:04Have you ever left a doctor's appointment feeling unheard or confused? You're not alone. In this compelling episode of the Uncover Your Eyes podcast, Dr. Meenal Agarwal delves into the critical importance of self-advocacy in today's complex healthcare system. 🎯 Drawing from personal experiences and professional insights, Dr. Meenal uncovers: ✅ Inst…
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180. Maimah Karmo (Founder and CEO of Tigerlily Foundation, Triple Negative Breast Cancer Survivor and Fierce Advocate)
On today’s episode, I speak with Maimah Karmo. Maimah is the CEO and Founder of Tigerlily Foundation, a national women’s health and oncology organization providing education, awareness, advocacy and hands-on support to young women before, during and after cancer. She founded Tigerlily Foundation after being diagnosed with triple negative breast can…
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Supporting Survivors of Domestic Violence in Therapy with Catrina Drinning-Davis, LPC-S, CCTP | NBCC approved provider | continuing education | Therapist training
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20:19🧠 Get my Coping with Political Stress Ebook and Peaceful Politics AI Guide 🗣 Therapist Conversation Framework: Politics in Session A printable PDF with 97 questions to navigate political talk in therapy—without taking sides. 💬 Solution-Focused Therapy Guide72 questions + prompts to help adult clients clarify goals and move forward using SFT. If you…
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Add a Decade to Your Life: Hacking Your Age with Zora Benhamou
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56:30What if aging wasn’t just inevitable—but optional? And what if loneliness was literally shaving years off your life—like smoking 15 cigarettes a day? In this groundbreaking episode of the Uncover Your Eyes podcast, Dr. Meenal Agarwal sits down with aging expert Zora Benhamou—gerontologist and host of Hack My Age—to break down what really drives agi…
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Chronic Pain OR Central Sensitization? The Hidden Condition Affecting Millions With Dr. Shabita Teja
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43:01Chronic pain affects 1 in 4 adults globally, and women are disproportionately affected. We’re often told it’s in our head, even by our doctors. But what if it’s in our nervous system? In this powerful episode of the Uncover Your Eyes podcast, Dr. Meenal Agarwal explores the groundbreaking topic of Central Sensitization with guest Dr. Shabita Teja, …
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#337: Why Ozempic Isn't a Miracle Weight-Loss Drug with Amanda Martinez Beck
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34:47Author and activist Amanda Martinez Beck joins us to discuss her experience of taking Ozempic for diabetes while also working to accept her body and break down anti-fat bias in society. She shares her history of dieting and disordered eating, how chronic conditions including diabetes as well as fibromyalgia and post-Covid syndrome have impacted her…
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How to Turn Your Online Training into a Podcourse for Continuing Education Credits | NBCC | Therapist | Therapy
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12:05If you are a therapist or counselor looking for continuing education, check out my NBCC Approved $5 Podcourses and other continuing education offerings. Plus, get your first Podcourse half off. Have you ever wondered how to take your existing NBCC-approved online trainings and repurpose them into a convenient, evergreen learning format? In this epi…
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High-Risk Pregnancy: What No One Tells You — Until It’s Too Late
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43:30Every pregnancy carries a story—but some come with far more risk than others. Half of moms face the baby blues—but 1 in 5 slip into something darker. High-risk pregnancies aren’t rare—they’re rising. In Canada, 17 out of every 1,000 births involve serious maternal morbidity. In the U.S., up to 8% of pregnancies are classified as high-risk. Yet too …
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Burnout Prevention and Self-Care for Therapists: The Gator Life Framework with Dr. Jason Branch | Continuing education for mental health professionals | Podcourse | Boundaries
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1:10:43If you are a therapist or counselor looking for continuing education, check out my NBCC Approved $5 Podcourses and other continuing education offerings.Plus, get your first Podcourse half off. Purchase this Podcourse here! Helping professionals, including students, counselors, and counselor educators, often pour into others while neglecting their o…
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Eyes On - Rebuilding Spatial Awareness: What Healthcare, Mental Health And GPS Are Getting Wrong
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18:53Is spatial awareness becoming a lost skill? On this powerful episode of the Uncover Your Eyes podcast, Dr. Meenal Agarwal breaks down why spatial awareness is declining in both kids and adults—and what that means for your mental health, physical health, and overall wellness. 🧠 From the overuse of GPS to screen time, Dr. Meenal explores how modern l…
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On today’s episode, I speak with Dr. Alexandra Sowa. Dr. Sowa is a board certified internal medicine physician and obesity medicine specialist and the author of The Ozempic Revolution, a comprehensive user guide to GLP-1 medications, such as Ozempic, Wegovy and Zepbound. She is also the founder of the SoWell Method: a 360 degree treatment plan for …
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The Fertility Crisis: Why Sperm Counts Are Crashing to Zero and What You Can Do To Improve Your Reproductive Hormones by 23% with Dr. Aumatma Simmons
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58:11Is infertility only a women’s issue? Think again. In this powerful episode of the Uncover Your Eyes podcast, Dr. Meenal Agarwal joins forces with endocrinologist and naturopath Dr. Aumatma Simmons, author of (In)Fertility: Secrets, Struggles, & Successes, to explore one of the most urgent and overlooked crises in modern healthcare: the fertility cr…
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Dissecting NeuroBeauty: Where Neuroscience And Skincare Collide With Cosmetic Scientist Melani Chong
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19:01What if your skincare routine could do more than smooth your skin—what if it could actually influence your brain, stress levels, and mental health? In this fascinating episode of the Uncover Your Eyes podcast, hosted by Dr. Meenal Agarwal, we explore the emerging science of NeuroBeauty—where neuroscience and skincare collide. Dr. Meenal is joined b…
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#336: Dispelling Diet-Culture Myths About Blood Sugar and Diabetes with Wendy Lopez and Jessica Jones
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41:16Registered dietitians and diabetes educators Jessica Jones and Wendy Lopez join us to discuss why weight loss isn’t necessary for managing blood sugar, why the popular wellness-culture notion of diabetes “remission” or “reversal” can be harmful, how the popularity of Ozempic and other GLP-1 drugs as diet drugs is affecting people who use them for d…
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This Could Change Your Pregnancy: The Surprising Science Behind A Healthy Baby AND Expert Advice Every Parent Should Hear With Dr. Sarah Pachtman
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43:46If you are pregnant or plan on it—you need to hear this. What does it really take to support a healthy pregnancy and healthy fetus in today’s complex healthcare landscape? In this powerful episode of the Uncover Your Eyes podcast, Dr. Meenal Agarwal sits down with Dr. Sarah Pachtman, a Maternal-Fetal Medicine specialist and OB-GYN, to uncover the e…
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On today’s episode, I speak with Dr. Krystle Zuniga and we are talking all about cancer nutrition. Dr. Zuniga has a PhD in Nutritional Sciences and is a Registered and Licensed Dietitian. She is a board certified specialist in oncology nutrition, an educator, scientist and science communicator. On today’s episode, we talk everything you need to kno…
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Understanding Mind-Body Pain: A Neuroplastic Approach for Mental Health Providers with Dr. David Clarke | continuing education for mental health counselors and therapists | NBCC approved | Podcourse ...
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53:33Purchase this Podcourse here! Neuroplastic symptoms - also known as psychophysiologic or mind-body symptoms - represent a significant portion of clinical presentations, yet they are frequently misunderstood or overlooked in both medical and mental health settings. In this informative and practical Podcourse, which qualifies for one continuing educa…
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Attachment Styles And Relationship Compatibility: Only 1 in 3 Of Us Is Secure! With Psychotherapist Jess Phillips (Part 2)
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24:38In this insightful Part 2 episode of the Uncover Your Eyes podcast, find out which relationships will work for you as host Dr. Meenal Agarwal delves deeper into the intricacies of attachment styles and rejection sensitivity with psychotherapist and attachment trauma coach Jess Phillips. This episode explores how understanding your attachment style …
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74. Functional Nutrition for Digestive and Autoimmune Health with Christina Stapke
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30:54In this episode, I’m joined by Christina Stapke, a Registered Dietitian and functional nutrition expert who brings a refreshing, non-restrictive approach to healing. Christina shares her personal journey of navigating digestive issues, fatigue, and hormonal imbalance—and how it led her to functional nutrition without falling into diet culture traps…
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Are We Being Lied To? Exploring Vaccine Controversies: The Riskiest Ingredient, Hidden Diseases, And Why Vaccines Should Be Questioned With Dr. Joel Warsh
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45:32In this compelling episode of the Uncover Your Eyes podcast, hosted by Dr. Meenal Agarwal, we uncover the truth behind vaccines. Joined by Integrative Pediatrician and Author Dr. Joel Warsh, we debate the complexities surrounding vaccines, the importance of making informed decisions in healthcare, and the research - or lack thereof - around vaccine…
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On today’s episode, I speak with Melissa Berry, also known as the Cancer Fashionista. Melissa is a 12 year TNBC survivor, a BRCA mutation carrier and the founder of Cancer Fashionista. She is a passionate advocate in the breast cancer community and works to help those affected by cancer maintain their sense of self and style throughout cancer and f…
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Ever feel like you don’t have time to meal plan? In this solo episode, I’m sharing why I don’t have time NOT to meal plan—and how creating a “forever meal plan” has saved me tons of time, energy, and stress during the workweek. I walk you through the simple systems I’ve built to make meal planning take just 7 minutes (yes, really), including how I …
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People Pleasing And Imposter Syndrome Stem From Generational Trauma with Psychotherapist Jess Phillips (Part 1)
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46:43In this powerful Part 1 episode of the Uncover Your Eyes Podcast, host Dr. Meenal Agarwal sits down with psychotherapist and attachment trauma coach Jess Phillips to explore the psychology behind people pleasing, imposter syndrome, generational trauma, and the critical skill of setting boundaries in both personal and professional life. Whether you’…
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On today’s episode, I speak with Brooke Laster, LCSW on mental health and cancer. Brooke is a licensed clinical social worker and therapist with a virtual private practice serving adults in NJ and NY that are living with cancer, chronic illness, chronic pain, and grief and loss. With over 18 years in the oncology and general medicine field, Brooke’…
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The Shocking Truth About Under-Fueling – How to Spot Hidden Eating Issues in Therapy with Kristen Zeismer, RD | Eating Disorders | Nutrition | Mental Health
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28:20If you are a therapist or counselor looking for continuing education, check out my NBCC Approved $5 Podcourses and other continuing education offerings. Plus, get your first Podcourse half off. Check out all my Counselor Resources. Coping with Political Stress eBook & Workbook: This 62-page guide is packed with reflection exercises, grounding pract…
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