Today’s episode highlights the road back to pleasure for women but more importantly what I learned from this episode is the gift of being in connection with women that have experienced more life than you. Cindy Scharkey is a registered nurse turned sex educator who invites women into the freedom of their bodies, pleasure, and intimacy. We talk about how mindfulness is the gateway to have better sex, experience more pleasure in day to day life, and erase the belief that women don't deserve pleasu...
Mar 19, 2024•50 min
In this episode, it is just two moms getting together, asking ourselves- what is a village, where can we get it and how do we cultivate it? We have Dr. Julie Franks, a clinical therapist from Washington on the show today and we are exploring the beliefs and feelings that come when us moms feel like we don't have a village, and the importance of paying attention to your stage of motherhood, and how to create the right kind of connections you need. If you’re new here-You’re listening to the how we...
Mar 12, 2024•50 min
Are you like me and wondering, what is embodiment? We have a great guest today, Chrissy Powers, a licensed therapist and embodiment coach to give us the scoop on what it is and what it’s not. Chrissy walks us through how embodiment can be not only healing for ourselves but also our relationships. Stay tuned to the end where Chrissy gives us a fun tip to start the journey on embodiment. If you’re new here-You’re listening to the how we get thru podcast, a place for you to feel connected thru deep...
Mar 05, 2024•50 min
Have you ever had a physical symptom with no medical explanation? Well I have and it led me to find Kevin Russell, an author, energy healer, and a clairvoyant medium. In this episode, Kevin talks about his own journey and how his daughter was the catalyst into the Emotion Code. This episode is a great introduction to The Emotion Code which explains how emotions can get trapped or stored in our bodies and how generational trauma can be passed down. And the best part, how we can acknowledge our ow...
Feb 27, 2024•1 hr 20 min•Season 2Ep. 35
Have you seen somatic therapy everywhere advertised to you? And you’re like what is this and what can it actually help me with? Then this episode is for you! Aurora Allen, a somatic practitioner and yogi, is on the show today to break down what somatic therapy is and how we can work with our bodies and nervous systems to feel better and beat burnout. If you’re new here-You’re listening to the how we get thru podcast, a place for you to feel connected thru deep and meaningful conversations with h...
Feb 20, 2024•53 min•Season 2Ep. 34
We are back with Season 2 and I feel like I have changed so much in the last year of launching the How We Get Thru app and of course the podcast that this season is going to feel a little bit different, a little more expansive as I have really meaningful chats with healers that are in and outside of the therapy room. This of course comes from my own healing and curiosity so thank you so much for being here and growing alongside me. Let’s introduce our first guest, Abigail Suazo a beautiful human...
Feb 13, 2024•57 min•Season 2Ep. 33
As we approach the year's end, I've been reflecting on the incredible journey we've had together in this past year—launching the How We Get Thru app, delving into meaningful conversations on this podcast, and my own personal growth that has left me eager for more. I'm so excited to continue to experience healing together with you, our fantastic community and the driving force behind my motivation to keep showing up. As we wrap up Season 1, this episode marks a temporary break until we return in ...
Dec 12, 2023•59 min•Season 1Ep. 32
Have you ever wondered how betrayal could manifest in more ways than just infidelity within a relationship? Christina Leahy, a seasoned couples therapist from California, to explore the intricate dynamics of betrayal in relationships. Christina, with her characteristic empathy and insight, takes us on a journey that isn't limited to romantic betrayal but includes self-betrayal, an often overlooked yet pivotal aspect. Together, we dissect the many forms betrayal can take - not just the obvious ph...
Dec 05, 2023•1 hr 6 min•Season 1Ep. 31
Ever found yourself wrestling with the unpredictable dance of grief? You know that moment when the wave of grief crashes in just as you're mapping out your holiday plans. Join us on this emotional journey as we navigate the grief and creativity with Jess Hooper, an artist and yogi, and the mastermind behind Creative Current. Jess candidly shares her experience of her mother’s passing and how the vital importance of self-care and creativity was and is in her life. We uncover practical strategies ...
Nov 28, 2023•57 min•Season 1Ep. 30
The holiday season is coming quickly and before we jump into today's episode, I wanted to let you know that we teamed up with Maria at Good Days to bring you the ultimate planner + journal for 2024 AND to celebrate we are having a Black Friday sale where you can get 50% off. This planner will help you organize your life but also help you prioritize your needs so the rest of your life can function easily. Head over to how we get thru.com/blackfriday to get early access or depending on when you’re...
Nov 21, 2023•52 min•Season 1Ep. 29
Are you ready to be a fly on the wall to a personal therapy session? Well you’re in luck because licensed therapist, Fanshen Thompson walks me thru my own journey and stuckness in my relationship. But before we get into that I wanted to let you guys know that we are coming out with a brand new digital product in two weeks and for a limited time we will have a special discount for black Friday. I have teamed up with Maria from Good Days to make the ulitmate planner and Journal to holistically int...
Nov 14, 2023•1 hr 6 min•Season 1Ep. 28
We’ve heard it all, whole30, organic, clean ingredients, paleo, keto and the list goes on. But today, we're about to open a new door to how you see food. It's all about nourishing your body in a way that's uniquely tailored to your needs, while also uncovering the fascinating science behind it. As a therapist, I treat disordered eating which is why I love Jessie Fowler’s approach to education around nutrients, hormones, and hunger cues to have your body function at its best. Her journey of nutri...
Nov 07, 2023•1 hr 14 min•Season 1Ep. 27
What does religious trauma and IVF have in common? Well in this episode you're about to find out. Dr. Quincee Gideon, she is a licensed psychologist who specializes in religious trauma and cult recovery, with us. But, she's not just any expert – she's on a personal quest of her own. Quincee's about to share her unique journey of shedding even more layers of religious trauma as she unravels it from her IVF journey. From the basics of religious trauma to the painful undercurrent of "god's timing" ...
Oct 31, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Season 1Ep. 26
Do you ever worry that your kid isn’t able to adjust to certain situations or has really big reactions to things that don’t feel aligned? If you're nodding your head, we've got some fantastic news for you! 🎉 We've got Rachel Bailey, the parenting specialist for kids with big emotions on our latest podcast episode, and she's dishing out three super-practical tips that you can start using today. And the best part, these tips help increase your kid’s self-esteem in the process. You’re listening to...
Oct 24, 2023•58 min•Season 1Ep. 25
You have to be living under a rock to not be impacted by what is happening on social media right now as it pertains to Israel and Gaza. And this is nothing new in history yes, but also nothing new on what we are exposed to through social media. This episode happened to align with Jenny Hughes, Phd. a trauma therapist who specializes in secondary traumatic stress and vicarious trauma for people in the helping profession. And we wanted to do our best to talk about how we can take care of ourselves...
Oct 17, 2023•49 min•Season 1Ep. 24
Welcome to How We Get Thru, the podcast where we share stories, mental health insights, and healing advice on life's everyday challenges. I'm your host, Jen, a licensed therapist and founder of the How We Get Thru app. Today's guest is Leah Altemeier, a licensed psychologist and tween specialist from Washington. Ok imagine your tween walking around, wanting independence but also have the emotions of a toddler? That is basically what a tween is experiencing and Dr. Leah is here to walk us thru wh...
Oct 10, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 23
Welcome to How We Get Thru, the podcast where we share stories, mental health insights, and healing advice on life's everyday challenges. I'm your host, Jen, a licensed therapist and founder of the How We Get Thru app. Today's guest is Kristine Page, a licensed Clinical Counselor and certified perinatal mental health therapist from Kansas. See what happens when two moms who happen to be therapists, talk about birth trauma, depression and anxiety in postpartum and the power in validating our own ...
Oct 03, 2023•1 hr 17 min•Season 1Ep. 22
Welcome to How We Get Thru, the podcast where we share stories, mental health insights, and healing advice on life's everyday challenges. I'm your host, Jen, a licensed therapist and founder of the How We Get Thru app. Today's guest is Emily King, a licensed psychologist in North Carolina. In this episode, Dr. Emily walk us thru her personal journey with nerudivergeence and her brave efforts to be a light on how parents and teacher can collaborate to get the best outcome for our neurodivergent k...
Sep 26, 2023•55 min•Season 1Ep. 21
Welcome to How We Get Thru, the podcast where we share stories, mental health insights, and healing advice on life's everyday challenges. I'm your host, Jen, a licensed therapist and founder of the How We Get Thru app. We are back wiith part two with Kristen Jacobsen, a licensed psychotherapist in Chicago. Get ready for a heart-to-heart about something we've all experienced —perfectionism. Join me and Kristen as we crack the code on this whole perfectionism thing thru self-compassion, no it’s no...
Sep 19, 2023•21 min•Season 1Ep. 20
Welcome to How We Get Thru, the podcast where we share stories, mental health insights, and healing advice on life's everyday challenges. I'm your host, Jen, a licensed therapist and founder of the How We Get Thru app. Today's guest is Kristen Jacobsen, a licensed psychotherapist in Chicago. You know that voice inside your head that says, "You're not good enough"? Yup, that’s imposter syndrome and Kristen is here to help us get rid of those relentless thoughts and feelings. Listen in as we explo...
Sep 12, 2023•31 min•Season 1Ep. 19
Welcome to How We Get Thru, the podcast where we share stories, mental health insights, and healing advice on life's everyday challenges. I'm your host, Jen, a licensed therapist and founder of the How We Get Thru app. Back today is Betsy Byler, a licensed Professional Substance Abuse Counselor in Wisconsin. In this second part of the series, Betsy shares invaluable viewpoints and provides factual information on marijuana. She also talks about the importance of fostering a safe environment where...
Sep 05, 2023•38 min•Season 1Ep. 18
Welcome to How We Get Thru, the podcast where we share stories, mental health insights, and healing advice on life's everyday challenges. I'm your host, Jen, a licensed therapist and founder of the How We Get Thru app. Today's guest is Betsy Byler, a licensed Professional Substance Abuse Counselor in Wisconsin. In this episode, Betsy shed light on the biggest challenge that our kids face with substances… access. Yes, things sure have changed since we were young so take a listen as Betsy gives us...
Aug 29, 2023•29 min•Season 1Ep. 17
Welcome to How We Get Thru, the podcast where we share stories, mental health insights, and healing advice on life's everyday challenges. I'm your host, Jen, a licensed therapist and founder of the How We Get Thru app. Today's guest is Jess Beachkofsky, a board certified psychiatrist licensed in Florida and Texas. In this episode, Jess shares the expectations and importance of family history in getting an accurate diagnosis. While also giving us great insight into how mental health diagnoses suc...
Aug 22, 2023•35 min•Season 1Ep. 16
Welcome to How We Get Thru, the podcast where we share stories, mental health insights, and healing advice on life's everyday challenges. I'm your host, Jen, a licensed therapist and founder of the How We Get Thru app. Today's guest is Jess Beachkofsky, a board certified psychiatrist licensed in Florida and Texas. In this episode, Jess shares the truth about how not all psychiatrists are pill pushers. If you have thought about seeing a psychiatrist or have self-diagnosis yourself through an onli...
Aug 15, 2023•34 min•Season 1Ep. 15
Welcome to How We Get Thru, the podcast where we share stories, mental health insights, and healing advice on life's everyday challenges. I'm your host, Jen, a licensed therapist and founder of the How We Get Thru app. We are back with Abby Nordquist, a licensed couples’ therapist in Syracuse, New York. There's nothing quite like the thrill - and sometimes, terror - of making a big decision within a relationship. I’m sure many of us can relate to the sleepless nights, the inner turmoil, and the ...
Aug 08, 2023•31 min•Season 1Ep. 14
Welcome to How We Get Thru, the podcast where we share stories, mental health insights, and healing advice on life's everyday challenges. I'm your host, Jen, a licensed therapist and founder of the How We Get Thru app. Today's guest is Abby Nordquist, a licensed couples’ therapist in Syracuse, New York. In this episode Abby and I unpack why conflict spikes during the first few years of parenthood. And why making major decisions together can feel like an uphill battle. Listen in as we dive into t...
Aug 01, 2023•33 min•Season 1Ep. 13
Welcome to How We Get Thru, the podcast where we share stories, mental health insights, and healing advice on life's everyday challenges. I'm your host, Jen, a licensed therapist and founder of the How We Get Thru app. We are back with part two with our guest Dr .Pauline Peck, is back to In this episode, discuss the contrast between individualistic and collectivistic cultures, and the unique challenges faced by children of immigrants in balancing cultural identity and boundary setting. Pauline s...
Jul 25, 2023•31 min•Season 1Ep. 12
Welcome to How We Get Thru, the podcast where we share stories, mental health insights, and healing advice on life's everyday challenges. I'm your host, Jen, a licensed therapist and founder of the How We Get Thru app. Today's guest is Pauline Peck, a licensed psychologist in Santa Barbara, California. In this episode, Pauline shares her own personal story and how she came to specialize in working with daughters of immigrants and intercultural couples. Her lived experience led us to a conversati...
Jul 18, 2023•40 min•Season 1Ep. 11
Welcome to How We Get Thru, the podcast where we share stories, mental health insights, and healing advice on life's everyday challenges. I'm your host, Jen, a licensed therapist and founder of the How We Get Thru app. We are back today with Abby Wambaugh, a licensed psychotherapist in Los Angeles. In this part two with Abby, she sheds light on how to create a safe haven for emotions, understand the grief process, and tackling automatic negative thoughts that can alter the dynamics of chronic pa...
Jul 12, 2023•24 min•Ep. 10
Welcome to How We Get Thru, the podcast where we share stories, mental health insights, and healing advice on life's everyday challenges. I'm your host, Jen, a licensed therapist and founder of the How We Get Thru app. Today's guest is Abby Wambaugh, a licensed psychotherapist in Los Angeles. In this episode, Abby shares her own personal story of chronic pain and about the unique challenges of getting a diagnosis and the importance of having a collaborative care team, reminding us that everyone'...
Jul 04, 2023•34 min•Ep. 9
