In this Cheaper than Therapy episode, we sit down with Dr. Peter Levine for a deep dive into the complexity of trauma, and the transformative possibilities within therapeutic practices. Dr. Levine holds a doctorate in biophysics and a doctorate in psychology. He is the developer of Somatic Experiencing and Somatic Experiencing International, a naturalistic and neurobiological approach to healing trauma, Founder and President of the Ergos Institute for Somatic Education, dedicated to community ou...
Apr 10, 2024•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 211
In this special Cheaper than Therapy episode, we sit down with our friend Rainier Wylde in person to talk about the often painful truth of love’s impermanence and conditionality, and how love can lead to personal growth. Rainier is a highly sought after mentor and consultant to authors, athletes, business professionals, coaches, healers, and ordinary radicals who want to see change in their world. He is known for his unique blend of spirituality and in depth strategic coaching and is the author ...
Apr 03, 2024•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 210
This episode of Cheaper than Therapy the Podcast is part of a series where we answer questions submitted by listeners. Today’s listener writes in concerned about a loved one’s abusive marriage, asking how to balance personal boundaries and navigate the challenges supporting a loved one in an abusive relationships. If you have a question for Vanessa and Dené, click here. Some Takeaways from this Episode: ✨Supporting without Enabling: The importance of offering love and support without enabling or...
Mar 27, 2024•17 min•Ep. 209
This episode of Cheaper than Therapy the Podcast is part of a series where we answer questions submitted by listeners. Today, we’re addressing the discomfort some listeners have talking about relationships, specifically when discussing the evolving paradigms of love and partnership and our ownership template of relationships. If you have a question for Vanessa and Dené, click here. Some Takeaways from this Episode: ✨Shifting Perspective: While uncomfortable, it is important to shift your viewpoi...
Mar 20, 2024•28 min•Ep. 208
This episode of Cheaper than Therapy the Podcast is part of a series where we answer questions submitted by listeners. A listener writes in expressing concern about her boyfriend checking out other women in public, despite repeatedly expressing her discomfort to him. We dive into relationship dynamics, and how sometimes fixating on others’ behavior can be a distraction from your own personal growth. Some Takeaways from this Episode: ✨Self-Focus Over Partner-Surveillance: When you notice yourself...
Mar 13, 2024•25 min•Ep. 207
In this episode of Cheaper than Therapy the Podcast, we sat down with Nedra Glover Tawwab, MSW, LCSW - author of three bestselling books, licensed therapist, and renowned relationship expert with 15 years of experience in relationship therapy. She is the founder of Kaleidoscope Counseling, where she aids individuals in cultivating healthy relationships through boundary implementation. Nedra's approach is grounded in the belief that many relationship issues stem from a lack of boundaries and asse...
Mar 06, 2024•55 min•Ep. 206
In this episode of Cheaper than Therapy the Podcast, we sit down to address two questions submit by listeners with similar “energies.” One listener wants to know how to stop comparing themselves to their partners ex and feeling insecure in their ability to trust due to past relationships. Another listener is looking for clarification differentiating between an anxious attachment versus being a human seeking safety, consistency, and reassurance in a relationship. Some Takeaways from this Episode:...
Feb 28, 2024•21 min•Ep. 205
In this live coaching session episode of Cheaper than Therapy the Podcast, we sat down with Jess, who is approaching dating for the first real time in her life while simultaneously navigating being a young widow. Some Takeaways from this Episode: ✨ It’s all about Self-Discovery: When approaching dating for the first real time and/or after a loss, you’re really on a journey of self-discovery and self-exploration, which is really all being a human is, anyway. ✨ A Balancing Act: Being open-minded t...
Feb 21, 2024•31 min•Ep. 204
In this episode of Cheaper than Therapy the Podcast, we sat back down with Annie Undone, a visionary artist and writer working to normalize diverse relationship styles and varied sexual experiences. She is a queer, kinky, relationship anarchist on a mission to incite individuals to experience personal revolutions. Get ready for an exciting and revolutionary conversation about deconstructing not only your romantic and sexual relationships with others, but your relationship with Self. Some Takeawa...
Feb 14, 2024•1 hr 25 min•Ep. 203
In this episode of Cheaper than Therapy the Podcast, we sat down with Annie Undone, a visionary artist and writer working to normalize diverse relationship styles and varied sexual experiences. She is a queer, kinky, relationship anarchist on a mission to incite individuals to experience personal revolutions. Get ready for an exciting and revolutionary conversation about deconstructing not only your romantic and sexual relationships with others, but your relationship with Self. Some Takeaways fr...
Feb 07, 2024•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 202
In this episode of Cheaper than Therapy the Podcast, we sat down with Alexandra Roxo (@alexandraroxo), a bestselling author, artist, spiritual seeker, and teacher and mentor in the space of feminine embodiment, sacred sexuality, and spiritual transformation. Alexandra has mentored thousands of women in embodying the fullness of their authentic, magnificent Self, and seeing it as sacred and necessary medicine for the planet. On her retreats around the world, she has spoken about the modern sacred...
Jan 17, 2024•56 min•Ep. 201
In this episode of Cheaper than Therapy the Podcast, we sat down with Brandi Sellerz-Jackson , a renowned birth and postpartum doula and what she calls a Life Doula (supporting people through various life transitions); the co-founder of Moms in Color , a Black mom collective centered on celebrating diversity in motherhood; and the creator of Not So Private Parts , a resource that removes the shame and stigma surrounding women’s issues. Some Big Takeaways from this Episode: ✨ Why it’s so importan...
Jan 10, 2024•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 200
In this episode of Cheaper than Therapy, the Podcast, we talk about the history, the why, and the way forward surrounding the societal norm for women to tear one another down. We talk about using this practice as a point of entry to examine and excavate our inner misogyny and begin to heal our inherited sister wound. Some Big Takeaways from this Episode: ✨ Support not Competition: Patriarchal foundations have created societal norms that condition women to view one another as competition, rather ...
Jan 03, 2024•25 min•Ep. 199
In this episode of Cheaper than Therapy the Podcast, we sat down with Alexandra Ballensweig to discuss modern dating, the importance of approaching dating with awareness and slowness, and the drawbacks of online dating and dating apps. Alexandra Ballensweig is the founder of HumHum (short for human to human) a dating experience for people seeking meaningful and authentic connection with others, while simultaneously discovering themselves. Alexandra is a certified Kundalini Yoga teacher, Reiki Ma...
Dec 27, 2023•59 min•Ep. 198
This episode of Cheaper than Therapy the Podcast is part of a series where we coach one of our listeners through a topic or question. In this coaching session, we sat down with “Jane” to discuss moving forward with ending a 12 year relationship stuck in an unhealthy cycle, while attempting to co-parent a child together. If you’re interested in joining us for a coaching session, click here . 🌟 Some Big Takeaways from this Episode: Breaking the Cycle: Recognizing that every time we say we’re endi...
Dec 20, 2023•32 min•Ep. 197
Dr. Laura Anderson, PhD. is a psychotherapist, trauma resolution coach and consultant, writer and educator specializing in complex and developmental trauma, dynamics of power and control and religious trauma. In this episode of Cheaper than Therapy the Podcast, we sat down with Dr. Anderson to discuss all things spirituality and religious trauma, and about her book “When Religion Hurts You.” 🌟 What You’ll Gain from this Episode: Religion vs Spirituality: Addressing the role of religion and/or r...
Dec 13, 2023•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 196
In this episode of Cheaper than Therapy the Podcast, we sat down for an IG LIVE to talk about reclaiming the feminine aspects within ourselves, as well as why this is the basis of so much of the relational work that we feel so strongly about as therapists. 🌟 Some Big Takeaways from this Episode: Alone Not Lonely: What to do when you know your longing to be in a relationship is rooted in feelings of loneliness Disconnected Partnership: How to navigate whether to stay in a relationship or go when...
Dec 06, 2023•45 min•Ep. 195
In this episode of Cheaper than Therapy, we sit down with “Veronica” to discuss how much sharing is too much in friendships and romantic relationships, especially in the early stages. How do you bond and create authentic connections through vulnerability when your past feels like it’s too heavy for others? If you’re interested in joining us for a coaching session, click here . 🌟 What You’ll Gain from this Episode: You Are Not What’s Happened to You: It’s easy to fall into the mindset that the t...
Nov 29, 2023•46 min•Ep. 194
This Cheaper than Therapy episode is part of a series where we coach one of our listeners through a topic or question. In this coaching session, we sat down with “Spencer” to talk about conquering codependency within romantic relationships, and finding self-worth and sourcing validation from within, rather than external relationships. If you’re interested in joining us for a coaching session, click here . 🌟 Some Takeaways from this Episode: Proving Your Worth: Recognizing that you may begin the...
Nov 22, 2023•36 min•Ep. 193
Are cis/hetero men biologically programmed to experience a type of “post-sex clarity,” or have both men and women fallen victim to the societal norm of objectifying one another and dealing (or not dealing) with the repercussions later? In this Cheaper than Therapy episode, we discuss a recent episode on Vanessa’s partner, John’s, podcast discussing whether or not men have a biological predisposition that makes them interested in dating a specific woman until immediately after having sex with her...
Nov 15, 2023•43 min•Ep. 192
In this Q&A episode of “Cheaper than Therapy,” a listener finds themself ready to begin dating after a long post-divorce hiatus, but finds themself overwhelmed with worry about choosing “wrong.” We discuss getting vulnerable to find the real information you need when dating, and get real about expectations in relationships. 🌟 Big Takeaways from this Episode: Silence the Noise: Sometimes we have too much information and rely on our rational mind to protect ourselves from heartbreak, forgetti...
Nov 08, 2023•27 min•Ep. 191
What do you do when you find yourself craving a secure and trusting monogamous relationship but don’t want to contribute to the societal expectations, rooted in patriarchy, that traditionally influence the foundation of relationships? In this Q&A episode of “Cheaper than Therapy,” a male listener writes in, asking, “Where do I go from here?” 🌟 What You’ll Gain from this Episode: Collective Shifts: An in-depth discussion about society’s new desires within relationships and what we want in a ...
Nov 01, 2023•38 min•Ep. 190
“When you have the clarity of your essence - who you are, what you stand for, what you believe in, and then also your ambition distilled in a way that sticks, in a way that you remember it, you can call it in and call upon it whenever you need” - Bonnie Wan Bonnie Wan is an author and a speaker as well as Partner and Head of Brand Strategy at the world renowned advertising agency, Goodby Silverstein Partners. Alongside her new book, The Life Brief, Bonnie helps people live with greater clarity, ...
Oct 25, 2023•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 189
What happens when we find ourselves so engrossed in society’s standards that we lose touch with our Self and inner knowing? In this live coaching session, we sit down with Catherine to talk about what it looks like to reconnect with our inner child and break codependent patterns. Some big takeaways from this episode: Recognizing that we are not there to fix others’ emotions, but to support them and hold our own emotional boundaries Finding where we feel an anxious attachment in our body, and how...
Oct 18, 2023•32 min•Ep. 188
Our Soul’s Evolution with Amanda Walsh Amanda Pua Walsh, M.S., is the CEO & Founder of Astrology Hub, an online platform for astrological guidance and education reaching hundreds of thousands of people worldwide. She’s the creator of the top-rated Astrology Hub Podcast, with over 5 million downloads to date. The insights from her first astrology reading illuminated a path forward for Amanda. She found hope, clarity and direction - inspiring her to create a platform that makes finding high-qu...
Oct 11, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 187
What happens when you don't follow society's expected relationship timeline? In this live coaching session episode, we talk about what it looks like to navigate walking a non-traditional path and taking the road less traveled. Alana opens up about her transformative decisions—whether it's breaking off a long-term relationship, returning to graduate school, or challenging societal norms around marriage and family. 🌟 What You'll Gain From This Episode: Empowering Choices: How Alana took charge of...
Oct 04, 2023•31 min•Ep. 186
Feeling in Process vs Feeling Lost with Dr. Scott Lyons We were thrilled to have Dr. Scott Lyons on Cheaper than Therapy the Podcast! Dr. Lyons has an innovative approach to his practice, combining holistic psychology with somatic movement and mind-body medicine with embodied education. He founded The Embody Lab, Omala, is host of The Gently Used Human podcast, Creator of Somatic Stress Release, and author of “Addicted to Drama.” Some Big Takeaways from this episode with Dr. Lyons: Somatic Movem...
Sep 27, 2023•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 185
How do you In this Q&A session, we answer a question about the differentiation between burn-out and the feeling that you might be running from something. We talk about: Normalizing the idea that in this life school we were never meant to have “it all figured out” or avoid mistakes at all costs Why holding adulthood with an awareness of developmental stages tabes some of the emphasis off of our younger years equating to the end of our time if expansion The importance of giving ourselves permi...
Sep 20, 2023•18 min•Ep. 184
In today's coaching session with Rachel, we unpack how to navigate the waters of whether or not it’s time for a relationship to end. We dive into: How to negotiate when it feels like the fundamental needs of you and your partner we hitting up against one another That sometimes in an attempt to preserve a relationship, we end up doing a great deal of unintended emotional harm to one another Why sometimes the brave step is surrender when we’ve been fighting for something to the point of exhaustion...
Sep 13, 2023•32 min•Ep. 183
In today's episode, we explore a question about transitioning from a romantic to a platonic relationship. We talk about How rarely we acknowledge how difficult a role it is to be the one who takes the first step to end things when a relationship has expired How the end of a relationship - while incredibly painful - can also be the birthplace of a new season of creating possibilities around who we’re becoming Why we as a society can benefit from normalizing relationships reaching an expiration po...
Sep 06, 2023•23 min•Ep. 182
