In this episode The Wild Sensitive, Unlocking the Power of The Highly Sensitive High Sensation Seeker I'm so excited to be talking with the inspiring Randy Grasser and Annet van Duinen. With a rare combination of emotional depth and daring spirit, they are redefining what it means to be both Highly Sensitive (HSP) and High Sensation Seeking (HSS). Their lives are a living testament to this vibrant duality, walking the edge between stillness and adventure, introspection and bold exploration. Thei...
Jun 19, 2025•57 min•Season 2Ep. 16
In this episode, Dr. Genevieve von Lob, Jules De Vitto, Josh Silver, and Alan Piatek explore the power of embodied practices for Highly Sensitive People (HSPs). Together, they discuss how breathwork, conscious dance, singing, and meditation can help HSPs connect more deeply with their bodies, find their authentic voice, and build confidence. The group also shares insights from the annual HSP retreat they co-facilitate in the UK - a transformative space for sensitivity, expression, and connection...
Apr 20, 2025•56 min•Season 2Ep. 15
In today's episode, I speak to William Allen about Highly Sensitive Men and his new course, On Being a Highly Sensitive Man. William Allen is the author of Confessions of a Sensitive Man and On Being a Sensitive Man. He leads the course with insights drawn from his extensive work as an advocate for HSP men. He is a certified hypnotist and brain training coach, author and advocate for HSP Men. He believes that male sensitivity is not so rare, but it can be confounding for most males living in a c...
Mar 02, 2025•44 min•Season 2Ep. 14
About the Speakers Katie has over 25 years of experience working in the mental health field, and her recent research, Is There Meaning in Madness? , aimed to promote the need to integrate transpersonal frameworks into mainstream mental health care. Katie was a founding director of the International Spiritual Emergence Network (ISEN) and advocates for viewing mental health crises as potential transformative opportunities if correctly supported. In 2017, following her personal brush with suicidali...
Jan 26, 2025•57 min•Season 2Ep. 13
In this episode on Unlocking your Authentic Self as a Highly Sensitive Person: Psychedelic Integration and Psychosynthesis I speak to Clara Parati. Clara is a qualified Psychedelic Integration Specialist, Psychosynthesis Coach, and Holistic Practitioner. Her client-centred approach incorporates transpersonal psychology, mind-body repatterning, and ancient principles to facilitate profound transformation through personal integration journeys. She empowers individuals to break old patterns of beha...
Dec 15, 2024•47 min•Season 2Ep. 12
I'm excited to share S2, E11 of the Highly Sensitive Human Podcast. In this episode, I speak about a topic that is very close to my heart and something I feel very passionate about when it comes to being a Highly Sensitive Person, 'Grief Tending, Shadow & Soul Work for Highly Sensitive People for Holistic Transformation'. As HSP we are very attuned to their internal and external landscape and are more receptive to experiences of joy, awe, and beauty as well as despair, suffering and grief. W...
Sep 29, 2024•33 min•Season 2Ep. 11
In this episode, Jules De Vitto and Dr Genevieve von Lob reflect on their recent Highly Sensitive Person Retreat in the UK and discuss the importance of the power of retreat and the rewards the community for HSP. We both share some of our personal stories and how we came to the work we do today. Genevieve is a clinical psychologist, conscious parenting coach and author. After 15 years working in the NHS, private practice in Harley Street and inside big corporations, she wrote two parenting books...
Jul 23, 2024•1 hr 2 min•Season 2Ep. 10
In this episode, 'Connecting with Ancient Mysticism & Sacred Wisdom for Highly Sensitive People on their Psycho-Spiritual Path' I am excited to speak with Peter Kelly. Peter Kelly is a Hermetic Philosopher and Practitioner, an Alchemist, a Mystic and an Occultist, devoutly versed in the language of symbolism and which he uses to navigate higher planes of consciousness. In bringing the sacred and ancient wisdom in their true, pure and Divine sense, he has navigated deeply his own journey of d...
Jul 07, 2024•57 min•Season 2Ep. 9
In this episode, I speak with Gretchen Bergantine, a Certified Transformational Nutrition and Mental Wellness Coach and highly Sensitive Person Coach. She works with Highly Sensitive People through 1:1 online coaching to help them stop using food and alcohol to self-soothe their overactive nervous system. We explore some of the struggles HSP can have around food and alcohol. Gretchen shares her personal story, and we discuss some of the ways to navigate and support ourselves with these addictive...
May 26, 2024•38 min•Season 2Ep. 8
In this episode, I'm excited to speak to Kirsty Allan, who is a PhD psychology candidate and consciousness researcher focussed on the innate ‘magic’ of HSPs. Blending cutting-edge science with esoteric wisdom, Kirsty researches with both children and adults exploring psi phenomena (psychic) experiences, intuition and instincts, in relation to altered states of consciousness, creativity and wellbeing. Her mission is to leverage vantage sensitivity to establish reliable and accessible practices fo...
Apr 14, 2024•53 min•Season 2Ep. 7
In this episode I speak to Beatriz Pupo who is a global leader at S&P Global working in Brazil. As a director within the Commodity Insights arm of the company, she is responsible for managing a team and advising some of the world’s largest companies and governments on the future of biofuels in the energy transition. She is also a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion board member at WINS – S&P Global's largest people resource group – focused on gender equality. Amongst other things, within th...
Mar 17, 2024•36 min•Season 2Ep. 6
In this episode, I speak with Jole Berlage-Buccellati about the importance of exploring the spectrum and diversity of experience found within the Highly Sensitive Person. We discuss the connection between HSP and trauma, HSP and being a change-marker and how HSPs are often high-potential individuals. Jole Berlage-Buccellati's path led her from two degrees in science (biology/anthropology) and a minor in music, to a certification as a Pilates trainer with Alan Herdman. Years of training in Karate...
Feb 04, 2024•54 min•Season 2Ep. 5
About Alan Piatek In today's episode, we talk about, 'The Power of Breathwork and High Sensitivity in Men' with Alan Piatek. Alan is a certified Systemic Coach, NLP Practitioner, and Breathwork Facilitator. With a deep interest for the human being, it is his passion to help others and guide them to a balanced, more meaningful and self-loving life. His coaching is rooted in evidence-based methods and prioritizes tangible results over empty promises. It draws upon a combination of modern coaching ...
Jan 03, 2024•42 min•Season 2Ep. 4
In today's episode, I speak with Robert Siegers exploring, 'Is the Highly Sensitive Person the same as Autism Spectrum Disorder?' We discuss the similarities, differences and overlapping traits with the purpose of opening up a dialogue around this important topic. We also explore the purpose and potential limitations of using labels and diagnosis. We discuss the importance of understanding neurodiversity with the intention and goal of delving into the lived experience of being highly sensitive a...
Dec 03, 2023•49 min•Season 2Ep. 3
In this episode, I speak with Jonathan Baurer who is a coach and author. He has written valuable books based on his experience of being a father and a husband of a HSP and HSC. We talk about high sensitivity and relationships and the importance of building awareness around the trait to support our differences. Jonathan Baurer, Certified Life Coach, author, and entrepreneur based out of Asheville, North Carolina, is the co-founder of Exploring Changes, a blended life-coaching publishing house. Jo...
Feb 26, 2023•54 min•Season 2Ep. 2
After a short break, I'm excited to announce the Highly Sensitive Human Podcast is back with Season 2! In this first episode of Season 2, I speak to David Hall, who is an Introvert Champion, Podcaster, Author and Speaker. We talk about how to gain confidence and connect with your strengths as an introvert. Not all Highly Sensitive People are introverted, but around 70% of HSP also identify with being introverted. We talk about the overlap between these traits and various tools and strategies for...
Dec 19, 2022•47 min•Season 2Ep. 1
In this episode, I speak with Sacha Chapman, who shares her understanding of High Sensory Intelligence as well as her experience of being a High Sensation Seeker. She shares her personal story as well as her work with Highly Sensitive, High Sensation Seeking clients. About Sacha Chapman Sacha Chapman is an Award Winning Embodied Empowerment Coach & Inspirational Speaker & Founder of Rebel Love Journey. It is Sacha’s mission to guide High Sensation Seeking, High Sensory women from feeling...
Sep 20, 2022•45 min•Season 1Ep. 28
In this episode, I speak with Dr Genevieve about our shared passion for empowering and guiding Highly Sensitive Children and Parents. Dr Genevieve shares her expertise in working with HS children, parents and adults, and we discuss both the struggles and gift of being a HSP. Genevieve's Bio Dr Genevieve von Lob is a clinical psychologist and parenting coach based in London. After 15 years working in Britain's National Health Service, private practice in Harley Street and inside big corporations,...
Aug 22, 2022•50 min•Season 1Ep. 27
In this episode, I speak to Bristena G. Mantu who is a Romanian psychospiritual counsellor & therapist in training based in London. We talk about the lived experience of being a Highly Sensitive Person and our shared passion and interest in the transpersonal. Bristena shares her experiences of her pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostela in the summer of 2019 which sparked the inspiration for her rich and passionate collection of poems, shared in her recently published book, 'Inner Callings - a ...
May 30, 2022•54 min•Season 1Ep. 26
In this episode, 'Finding the Light Within' for Highly Sensitive Children & Parents I speak to Alethea Kehas. Alethea Kehas is an author, mother, EMYoga instructor and reiki master. As the owner of Inner Truth Healing & Yoga , she helps people of all ages live mindful, balanced lives aligned with their inner truth. Alethea has an MFA in creative writing, holds degrees in biology and English, and is a third-degree initiate and graduate of the Silent Eye School of Consciousness. Alethea is...
May 08, 2022•37 min•Season 1Ep. 25
In this episode, we discuss how to connect with our innate gifts and thrive as Highly Sensitive People. As a Transpersonal Coach, I’m passionate about embodied transformation and helping those of us who are highly sensitive go beyond our conditioning and reconnect with our core Self. How do we go from knowing something intellectually to embodying it in the cells of our being? How do we live in alignment with the qualities of our innate essence – the truth of who we know ourselves to be? My work ...
Feb 17, 2022•29 min•Season 1Ep. 24
In this episode, we discuss the potential connection between high sensitivity and spiritual awakening experiences. Jessica shares her recently published research 'Spontaneous Spiritual Awakenings: Phenomenology, Altered States, Individual Differences, and Well-Being'. We identify what spiritual awakening experiences are, the challenges that can come with these experiences as well as the positive long-term effects of spiritual awakening experiences. Jessica Corneille, MSc is a Research Psychologi...
Dec 08, 2021•41 min•Season 1Ep. 23
In this episode, based on Jules' background in Transpersonal Psychology and understanding of psychospiritual transformation - Jules share the perspective that experiences of trauma can often be a catalyst for our psychospiritual growth and awakening as Highly Sensitive People. Jules discusses how the traits of high sensitivity can mean HSP are more prone to the impact of their environment and dysregulation of our nervous system. Inspired by the teaching of Gabor Mate, Bessel Van der Kolk, and Pe...
Nov 15, 2021•26 min•Season 1Ep. 22
In this episode, I speak with Willow McIntosh, who is the founder of Inluminance and creator of the High Sensory Coaching Program. We explore what Willow refers to as high sensory intelligence and the reasons why highly sensitive people have the potential to thrive as leaders, entrepreneurs, coaches, mentors and much more. Willow states, 'there is no greater endeavour than to reclaim the truth of who we are' and shares the importance of highly sensitive people aligning with their authentic selve...
Oct 25, 2021•47 min•Season 1Ep. 21
In this episode, I speak to Jacquelyn Strickland, a licensed professional counsellor, who has worked exclusively with highly sensitive people since 2000. We speak about the barriers to self-expression and the tools and techniques that can support us in authentic self-expression and communication as Highly Sensitive People. We discuss exterior listening vs interior listening, our spiritual path, the concept of an inner calling, soul purpose and the importance of 'following our bliss.' Become a pa...
Sep 15, 2021•54 min•Season 1Ep. 20
In this Episode I talk to Dr. Tracy Cooper about his incredible work and research exploring the intersection between Highly Sensitive People and High Sensation Seeking. We talk about the soon to be released documentary, Sensitive Men Rising that Dr. Cooper is working on with Emmy Award-winning director Will Harper and the incredible actor, musician, artist Luke Goss. Become a patron of the Highly Sensitive Human Podcast and get early, exclusive access to the podcast, the written transcripts, beh...
Jul 19, 2021•52 min•Ep. 19
In this episode, we explore the traits of high sensitivity from a transpersonal and holistic perspective. Are you a highly sensitive person, and are you drawn towards a spiritual path? Have your struggles as a highly sensitive person led you onto a path of significant healing and growth? From my personal experience and professional work as a coach, I have understood that being highly sensitive has a purpose that goes beyond evolutionary advantages. In other words - being highly sensitive isn't o...
Jun 07, 2021•22 min•Season 1Ep. 18
In this episode, I speak to Nick Jellie who is a mentor and EFT practitioner for highly sensitive people experiencing social anxiety. Nick explains the theory behind the Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), otherwise known as tapping, and how it can be used to combat anxiety for Highly Sensitive People. We talk about the importance of approaching our healing from a holistic perspective and how specific emotions and trauma are stored energetically within the physical body. EFT works to release thes...
Apr 26, 2021•54 min•Season 1Ep. 17
Welcome to part 1 of a Q & A special! In this episode, I respond to a number of questions that were sent in from listeners in the Facebook Community and via Instagram! I explain what is meant by the term 'Sensory Processing Sensitivity'. I talk about how we can navigate emotional overwhelm, how to protect ourselves from absorbing the energies or emotions of others and the importance of boundary setting. I also touch upon the importance of cultivating self-compassion when we are faced with cr...
Apr 14, 2021•33 min•Season 1Ep. 16
In today’s episode, we explore the relationship between addiction and the highly sensitive person. Drawing on Marina’s journey and path of recovery and her training in compassionate inquiry with Dr Gabor Mate, we explore the definition of addiction outside of the mainstream medical model, and the subtle ways addiction can show up in our lives. We also discuss the 8-step recovery program, co-founded by Dr, Valerie Mason-John and Dr Paramabandhu Groves which uses Buddhist teachings to overcome add...
Mar 29, 2021•1 hr 8 min•Season 1Ep. 15
