Are you tired of doing all the work in your relationship—or wondering why healing still feels so triggering, even with a good partner? In this raw and honest episode of Codependency Alchemy , I share the eight biggest lessons I’ve learned in my 30s that completely transformed how I show up in love. From fixating on my partner’s healing journey to weaponizing my love language, to learning how to hold two truths without needing to be “right”—this episode is packed with the hard-earned wisdom I wis...
Jul 02, 2025•38 min•Season 4Ep. 22
Do you feel physically pulled back into relationships you know aren’t healthy, even when you’re committed to healing? In today’s powerful episode, I guide Sarah—a member of the Codependency Alchemy community—through shadow work and inner child healing to uncover why her nervous system feels addicted to chaotic relationships. We explore the hidden reasons behind why we chase unhealthy connections, what happens when our nervous system mistakes chaos for safety, and how dopamine addiction keeps us ...
Jun 25, 2025•1 hr 7 min•Season 4Ep. 21
Do you struggle with setting boundaries in your family—or find yourself triggered when those boundaries get ignored? In this deeply personal episode, I share my own experience of setting and enforcing a boundary with my grandma, and the powerful process of repairing after a rupture. You'll learn why boundaries aren't about controlling others but taking responsibility for our own emotional safety, and how making repairs after conflicts fosters genuine healing. Plus, we'll do a live shadow work pr...
Jun 18, 2025•1 hr 2 min•Season 4Ep. 20
Do you hold yourself and your partner to unrealistic expectations, believing healthy relationships should never feel triggering or difficult? In this intimate session, I guide a member of the Codependency Alchemy community, through shadow work and inner child healing to explore her anxieties around relationship triggers, unmet expectations, and fears of being alone. We uncover the root causes behind her self-judgment and the pressure she places on her partner, transforming these fears into deepe...
Jun 11, 2025•1 hr•Season 4Ep. 19
Do you struggle to set boundaries—or feel defeated when they're ignored? In this episode of Codependency Alchemy , I dive deep into the true meaning of setting boundaries, breaking common misconceptions, and offering a practical three-step framework you can start using immediately. Through relatable stories from my own life and our community, we'll explore how boundary-setting can initially feel uncomfortable but ultimately creates more authentic, fulfilling, and respectful relationships. If you...
Jun 04, 2025•41 min•Season 4Ep. 18
Have you ever wondered why you keep getting triggered by the same things — even after all the journaling and self-awareness? In this episode, I share the simple guided practice that’s helped me (and hundreds of clients) begin to truly heal codependency using shadow work, somatics, and inner child healing. You’ll learn how to meet core wounds with compassion, curiosity, and presence. We’ll walk through: * How to identify the root fear behind a trigger * Why somatic awareness is key to inner child...
Apr 30, 2025•52 min•Season 4Ep. 17
Do you carry guilt from past self-abandonment or struggle deeply to forgive yourself for not holding boundaries? In this heartfelt episode of Codependency Alchemy , I guide a member from our membership— who's been on her recovery journey for over two decades—through shadow work and inner child healing. Together, we explore her patterns of people-pleasing, self-harm, and difficulty setting boundaries, uncovering her underlying fears of abandonment and loneliness. We get to witness her reconnect d...
Apr 23, 2025•41 min•Season 4Ep. 16
Am you parenting from a place of punishment, or are you guiding your child toward autonomy, self-respect, and healthy emotional expression? In this episode, I share my insights as a M.Ed and Montessori educator on how to foster respect, emotional resilience, and healthy boundaries in children. I discuss practical strategies to prevent people-pleasing behaviors, handle challenging moments through playful connection (think pillow fights and peekaboo!), and support sensitive children by tracking em...
Apr 16, 2025•1 hr 2 min•Season 4Ep. 15
Do you keep attracting emotionally unavailable partners, struggle with feeling abandoned, or constantly doubt your own judgment in relationships? In this episode, I guide Sierra, a member of our Codependency Alchemy community, through a powerful healing process after a painful breakup. Sierra openly shares her experience navigating feelings of abandonment, betrayal, and shame after a promising relationship ended abruptly. Using shadow work and inner child healing, Sierra reconnects with her youn...
Apr 09, 2025•1 hr 15 min•Season 4Ep. 14
Have you ever felt lingering tension in a relationship—like unspoken resentment, fear, or anxiety creating distance between you and your partner? In this episode, I dive into conscious clearing , a practice that helps clear unresolved conflict and deepen connection. Rather than seeing conflict as something to avoid, I reframe it as an opportunity for growth, intimacy, and repair. I break down the three key steps for a conscious clearing, what tends to happen when we don’t have these, and why it ...
Apr 02, 2025•53 min•Season 4Ep. 13
Have you ever felt stuck in a relationship, unsure if you should stay or walk away? In this week’s session episode, T, a member of the Codependency Alchemy community, comes to the call seeking clarity about whether her relationship is still aligned. But what emerges is something deeper—a lifelong pattern of feeling responsible for the care and well-being of others, rooted in childhood parentification. This episode is for you if: * You feel stuck in a relationship and don’t know whether to stay o...
Mar 26, 2025•1 hr 7 min•Season 4Ep. 12
Do you ever feel anxious but can’t quite pinpoint why? In this podcast live episode I am sharing my personal experience of navigating discomfort and anxiety, walking you through my process of identifying triggers and reflecting on the frustration of revisiting the same wounds. We’ll talk about the importance of self-compassion in the healing journey, and practical ways to tend to intrusive thoughts and emotional overwhelm. This episode is for you if: * You struggle with anxiety and want a deeper...
Mar 19, 2025•54 min•Season 4Ep. 11
Do you ever feel afraid of being truly seen? In this episode, Amba, a member from our Codependency Alchemy membership shares her transformative journey from seeking external validation to embracing self-love and inner trust. After reconnecting with her ex following deep inner work, she reflects on how she is struggling with fears of judgment and being seen in her work. Through a shadow work and inner child healing session, Amba reclaims her power, redefines her protectors’ roles, and steps into ...
Mar 12, 2025•53 min•Season 4Ep. 10
Do you feel overwhelmed when your child has a tantrum? In this episode, we break down the natural cycle of tantrums—beginning, middle, and end—and explore why they are a healthy release of pent-up emotions. We discuss how children attune to parent’s nervous system, the importance of regulating your own emotions, and practical techniques to help children (and adults!) process their feelings. By doing your own inner work and shifting your mindset around tantrums, you can show up with more calm, em...
Mar 05, 2025•51 min•Season 4Ep. 9
Ever feel like your dreams are just out of reach, especially when the fear of failure or embarrassment keeps holding you back? In this episode, Assisi from our Codependency Alchemy membership shares how our recent Shadow Work Sunday Chat 💬 helped her start questioning her career path and the deeper desires she’s been suppressing. We dive into a shadow work and inner child healing to help her tend this part of her, and step into a more authentic version of herself—and how you can do the same in ...
Feb 26, 2025•57 min•Season 4Ep. 8
Have you ever felt weird about being happy that you totally self-sabotage it with limiting beliefs that make you spiral in fear or doubt? In this live episode hosted on Substack, I share about a moment of joy that took a quick turn into self-doubt and fear of judgment. After celebrating a big win, I found myself spiraling with thoughts that completely knocked me off the joy high I was riding. Together, we’re going to move through a shadow work and inner child practice around our desires… somethi...
Feb 19, 2025•50 min•Season 4Ep. 7
Do you struggle with intrusive thoughts about your partner's past or find yourself self-sabotaging when things feel too good? In this episode, a member from our Codependency Alchemy membership shares her journey of recognizing codependency after a self-sabotaging moment during the holidays. Together, we explore the fears of not being "enough," the challenges of embracing happiness, and the power of community support in healing. Listen in as we dive into shadow work and inner child healing to rel...
Feb 12, 2025•49 min•Season 4Ep. 6
Have you ever felt like your partner just doesn’t get what you need? Maybe you’ve asked for something (more than once!) and felt crushed when they didn’t follow through. It’s frustrating, right? In this episode, we’re diving into the tricky—but super important—difference between needs, wants, and desires in relationships. I’ll share some hard-won lessons about what’s really hiding underneath those requests and how to talk about them in a way that actually lands. We’ll also chat about how shadow ...
Feb 05, 2025•38 min•Season 4Ep. 5
In this episode I guide Jo, a member from our Codependency Alchemy membership, through a session of shadow work and inner child healing to address feelings of invisibility and unworthiness within her partner’s family. Together, we explore the emotional impact of being unseen, create a safe space for Jo's inner child, and discuss practical ways to integrate this work into daily life. This episode is for anyone who: * Feels overlooked or excluded in family or social dynamics. * Struggles with vali...
Jan 29, 2025•56 min•Season 4Ep. 4
In this live episode, I share my personal journey of rebuilding trust and navigating intimacy in relationships. We’ll explore the challenges of physical intimacy, the importance of self-validation, and how inner child work can transform triggers into opportunities for growth. This episode is for anyone who: * Struggles with vulnerability and fears rejection in relationships. * Finds physical intimacy a source of conflict or insecurity. * Wants to learn how to build trust and resolve conflicts wi...
Jan 22, 2025•1 hr 1 min•Season 4Ep. 3
Do you ever feel anxious or inadequate in your relationship, especially when intimacy isn’t present? In this episode, I guide a member from our Codependency Alchemy membership through the shadow work and inner child healing to uncover the core wounds that are fueling her fear of failure in love (specifically around intimacy, or lack of). Together, we work to validate her inner child, release the need to make everyone happy, and reconnect with her gifts to build self-trust. This episode is for an...
Jan 15, 2025•48 min•Season 4Ep. 2
Have you ever felt dismissed or unseen by your partner, especially during stressful times like the holidays? In this episode, I share real-life moments from my relationship with Justin, unpacking the triggers that surfaced during our trip home. Through shadow work and inner child healing, I reconnected with my younger self, gained clarity on my needs, and approached the conflict with more compassion and a deeper understanding of both myself and him. This episode is for anyone who: * Struggles wi...
Jan 08, 2025•45 min•Season 4Ep. 1
STAY CONNECTED! Click here to join the Codependency Alchemy Membership Listen to Luce's Soul Retrieval session here . In this episode: * How Luce discovered codependency work and what led her to it * What her initial thoughts and hesitations were around codependency and inner child work * How the work we do in the Codependency Alchemy membership has transformed her life, and the breakthroughs she has had since joining * The insights and gifts that she has uncovered through inner child healing Th...
Oct 23, 2024•1 hr 9 min•Season 3Ep. 26
Updates: Next week’s podcast will be the last episode of the year as I take a break to focus on our community here on Substack. I’m excited to create deeper connections and introduce new, fun ways for us to connect. If you haven’t already, download the Substack app to join in! Also, a quick reminder—membership is still just $9/month for now, but the price will increase in the new year so if you’ve been thinking about joining make sure you hop in now! 👉🏾Join the Codependency Alchemy Membership ...
Oct 16, 2024•50 min•Season 3Ep. 25
In today’s post, I’m sharing a few things I wish I had known at the start of my relationship with Justin, and honestly, even before I started dating anyone. These realizations have been game-changers for me, and I hope they resonate with you too. Download my free Shadow Work and Inner Child Guide to get a printable worksheet that you can use again and again! Upcoming Events for Codependency Alchemy 👉🏾 GET 10% OFF ON MEMBERSHIP As a Codependency Alchemy member, you have access to a library of r...
Oct 09, 2024•34 min•Season 3Ep. 24
This story is a powerful reminder that our healing comes from facing the uncomfortable emotions and beliefs we carry, even when they feel overwhelming. It’s through sitting with our pain and giving it space that we find freedom and peace. Download my free Shadow Work and Inner Child Guide to get a printable worksheet that you can use again and again! Upcoming Events for Codependency Alchemy 👉🏾 GET 10% OFF ON MEMBERSHIP As a Codependency Alchemy member, you have access to a library of resources...
Oct 02, 2024•1 hr 2 min•Season 3Ep. 23
I’m excited to share a personal story today—one that has layers beyond what it seems. You’re definitely going to want to grab a drink, get comfortable, and enjoy. We're talking about boundaries, cookies, and the uncomfy parts of learning our own dysfunction through our relationship dynamics. Only 5 days left to get HTMW Workbook for 50% off! Download my free Shadow Work and Inner Child Guide to get a printable worksheet that you can use again and again! Upcoming Events for Codependency Alchemy �...
Sep 25, 2024•44 min•Season 3Ep. 22
This week I get to sit down with a member from our Codependency Alchemy membership, Nicole, who is exploring the challenges of parenting while navigating her own inner healing journey. In this session I guide Nicole through shadow work and an inner child healing, validate her unmet needs, and help release the burdens of feeling "broken" and "not good enough." This conversation offers a roadmap for intergenerational healing and the courage to show up authentically, even in the midst of our own im...
Sep 18, 2024•52 min•Season 3Ep. 21
In this episode, I take you back to 2018, when my relationship was taken over by darkness. My partner Justin was battling depression, and I was trapped in a cycle of trying to "fix" him, making his pain and discomfort my responsibility. It led us to a breaking point, where we both felt unseen and alone. Download my free Shadow Work and Inner Child Guide to get a printable worksheet that you can use again and again! Upcoming Events for Codependency Alchemy 👉🏾 GET 10% OFF ON MEMBERSHIP As a Code...
Sep 11, 2024•27 min•Season 3Ep. 20
On today's episode, I sit down with KaRonna, a working mom struggling with something I think many of us can relate to— the inability to prioritize herself and her own needs amidst the demands of career, parenthood, and life in general, fearing she'll make the wrong decision. Download my free Shadow Work and Inner Child Guide to get a printable worksheet that you can use again and again! Upcoming Events for Codependency Alchemy 👉🏾 GET 10% OFF ON MEMBERSHIP As a Codependency Alchemy member, you ...
Sep 04, 2024•1 hr 18 min•Season 3Ep. 19
