We’re continuing our series on anxiety in 2020 with an interesting and unique tool called floating. Floating, also known as floatation therapy, and R.E.S.T. (Restricted Environmental Stimulation Therapy) is a process whereby almost all external stimuli is reduced. Floating can provide you with the perfect space for introspection, personal growth, self-awareness, and can help those who might suffer from PTSD and trauma. Floating has also shown to be effective in decreasing the effects of anxiety ...
Nov 17, 2020•29 min
On today's show Sarah LaTeano, founder of Float 41 a floatation therapy center in West Hartford CT joins Lucia as we talk about an interesting and unique tool that can help with anxiety. That too is called floating. So what is it? What does it feel like? And how can it help you? Well, we’re here to help! So join Lucia and Sarah now as they answer your questions, and share their experiences and insight on floating to help manage anxiety especially in 2020! Follow Sarah on Instagram @ Float_41 and...
Nov 17, 2020•10 min
We are back to wrap up this conversation on Attachment! Attachment theory discusses the emotional bond between two people, and based primarily on early childhood experiences, discusses the way partners express their needs and show up in their relationships. The four main styles are: secure, anxious, avoidant, or disorganized. So what are these attachment styles and what do they mean? How do you show up and relate to your partner? How does your partner relate to you? Do you ever experience a push...
Oct 29, 2020•54 min
We are back and cannot wait to continue this conversation on Attachment! Attachment theory discusses the emotional bond between two people, and based primarily on early childhood experiences, discusses the way partners express their needs and show up in their relationships. The four main styles are: secure, anxious, avoidant, or disorganized. So what are these attachment styles and what do they mean? How do you show up and relate to your partner? How does your partner relate to you? Do you ever ...
Oct 29, 2020•59 min
We are back with episode two to talk real and practical ways to help your anxiety in 2020. Last week we discussed what anxiety is and why it is one the rise. This week we are giving you the tools and solutions to manage it. Mental Health America has reported an almost 400% increase in people reaching out to use their screening tools for anxiety and depression (https://screening.mhanational.org/); and the anxiety that has been created seems to be intensifying and augmenting. So what can we do? Jo...
Oct 26, 2020•32 min
We are back on and cannot wait to have this conversation on Attachment! Attachment theory discusses the emotional bond between two people, and based primarily on early childhood experiences, discusses the way partners express their needs and show up in their relationships. The four main styles are: secure, anxious, avoidant, or disorganized. So what are these attachment styles and what do they mean? How do you show up and relate to your partner? How does your partner relate to you? Do you ever e...
Oct 19, 2020•59 min
This year has been challenging on almost every level. Mental Health America has reported an almost 400% increase in people reaching out to use their screening tools for anxiety and depression ( https://screening.mhanational.org/ ); and the anxiety that has been created seems to be intensifying and augmenting. So what can we do? Join Lucia and her guest Sharon Lawrence, LCSW and therapist for therapists, professionals and couples, as we start on our series on Anxiety in 2020: How to rise & co...
Oct 12, 2020•40 min•Ep. 1
For the first time in history, right now everyone across the world, all together, all at the same time, are living through the coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic. And accessing joy is one of the most important and powerful tools we all have that can help us not only survive in difficult times like these, but also thrive in good times. On today's show, Dave Raymond, the Original Phillie Phanatic and Key Note Speaker, joins us for an inspiring, personal and fun conversation about positive psychology, h...
May 03, 2020•43 min
On today's show, meditation guru, Swami Varadan is back to help us balance our minds, moods, spirits and lives during this challenging time! We’re a big believer in the power of meditation and intentions, and something can be extremely helpful especially right now. Swami will talk about his personal meditation techniques he is using, his suggestions for all of us, and walks us through a powerful two minute meditation to help calm you instantly, no matter what you are facing and experiencing righ...
Apr 26, 2020•32 min
So often, many of us turn to food to help us cope through tough and challenging times. On today’s show, we welcome back Rachel Molenda, Intuitive Eating Nutritionist and Certified Holistic Nutritionist (CNP), to help us better understand the connection between our food choices and our mental and emotional health, especially during these unchartered times of uncertainty, rapid change, stress, and anxiety. We’ll share our own experiences as well as real and simple things you can do during these ti...
Apr 19, 2020•37 min
On this very special edition of Lucia at Night, Lucia welcomes back Dr. Chelsea Page, therapist, psychotherapist, and online coach as we help you through the reality and impact that the coronavirus has had on our relationships with ourselves, partners, and loved ones. Some of us might be sharing more space with our partners and loved ones, while some of us are feeling isolated more than ever. We also talk about real solutions of what you can do to help navigate these challenging times. Lucia is ...
Apr 13, 2020•1 hr 2 min
On today's show, we welcome back Dr. Danica Harris, Professor and Therapist in Dallas, TX who co-owns Empowered Healing Dallas, a private practice where she provides trauma-informed therapy using an interpersonal and attachment based approach. Join Lucia and Dr. Danica for a real and honest conversation about how COVID-19 is effecting us emotionally and mentally. They share their own thoughts and experiences, and what they are personally doing to adjust. Lucia and Dr. Danica also talk about what...
Apr 05, 2020•42 min
On today's show, Lucia welcomes back guest Pete Perrotta, MS, LPC, LADC, as we talk about depression and anxiety in men, the signs and symptoms some of which might not be so obvious, how it might look different in men versus women, and ways to help our male loved ones filled with love, understanding, compassion and kindness. So join the conversation now as we dive into the stories and solutions to help you and our loved ones rise and come back from anxiety and depression! Find Us on Social @Well...
Mar 08, 2020•32 min
On today's show, we’re helping you close the door on your day and light up your night by helping you be less stressed out, anxious and depressed in spite of what is happening at home. We're excited to welcome back special guest and good friend, Mary Joyner! Mary is the Founder & CEO of Flo-Jo Forever and daughter of fastest woman on earth, Florence Griffith Joyner. Mary is also a mother, artist, designer, athlete, and professional recording artist and she is sharing with us how she handles s...
Mar 02, 2020•1 hr 8 min
There’s something happening with the state of mental health in young adults and millennials and it’s not exactly headed in a positive direction. Depression and “deaths of despair” are on the rise across the nation and many millennials have reported feelings of loneliness, stress around money, and workplace burnout. On todays show, Lucia is joined by special guest Sara Kuburic, “The Millennial Therapist” and Canadian Certified Counsellor (C.C.C.), as we dive into the state of mental wellness in t...
Feb 23, 2020•31 min
According to a study on brain behavior and immunity, a diet rich in processed foods can affect you not only physically, but can have side affects on mental health and wellbeing. What we put in your bodies can contribute to depression and anxiety, and effect our mood. Why? On today show we will find out! Join Lucia and her guest Lindsey Smith, (aka the Food Mood Girl,) as they talk about the importance and connection between food and mood. Lindsey is a nationally recognized author, certified holi...
Feb 16, 2020•38 min
There comes times in every long term relationships where the romantic flames can feel like it’s been brighter; where your relationship can feel stuck, stale and stagnant. Not to worry. We’re here to help! On today’s show, Lucia is joined by special guest Dr. Chelsea Page, a therapist, licensed professional counselor and registered psychotherapist, as we help you with relationship stagnation. We’ll talk about how to identify the signs of stagnation, creative and different ideas you can do, and w...
Feb 09, 2020•45 min
We’re kicking off our next six week series, which is all about stress, depression and anxiety. And today’s show is dedicated to caregivers. Caregivers are often faced with greater demands on their bodies, minds and emotions that they tend to neglect their own health and wellbeing. This can then lead to fatigue, hopelessness and physical, emotional and mental exhaustion. This is frequently known as caregiver burnout. Are you a caregiver? A caregiver is not only reserved for professionals like the...
Feb 02, 2020•37 min
Divorce and break-ups have the power to challenge our foundations and can cause major stress and the feeling of loneliness and loss. That transitional time is instrumental to incorporate positive coping skills, stress reduction, and ways to treat yourself well in order to heal get back on your feet. So how can we nourish ourselves after a break-up or divorce? And how can you come out the other side stronger and more resilient than before? On today's show, we are de-stressing and de-compressing f...
Dec 15, 2019•42 min
The holidays can drain our energy (and life in general). So how can we keep our energy merry and bright this holiday season? On today's show we talk energy healing techniques like Reiki. The word Reiki come from the Japanese words “rei” which means universal life and “ki” which mean energy. So Reiki is a type of universal life energy healing technique. How does Reiki works and how it may help you too? Join Lucia and Reiki Master Cathy Freschi as they talk about the benefits of Reiki, what you m...
Dec 08, 2019•23 min
The holidays are a stressful time, if you have listened to our series so far, so know all the stats on how and why we get burned out during this joyful season. On today's show, meditation guru, Swami Varadan is back to help us balance our minds, moods, spirits and lives just in time for the holidays! Swami will talk about his latest meditation technique and walk us through a powerful few minute meditation to help calm you instantly! Join Lucia now on WellSeekers! Follow Us On Social @WellSeekers...
Dec 01, 2019•26 min
The holidays are a tricky time of year. Some reports estimate people gain between 7-10 pounds, other's between 1-2 pounds. We all love holiday food, but imagine if there was a way to enjoy the foods of the season and still feel good? On today's show we are talking to Emily Manuel, Certified Holistic Nutritionist, about simple and real ways to create and enjoy foods this holiday season that fuel our minds, moods and lives and how to enjoy our favorite treats without going overboard. Join Lucia an...
Nov 25, 2019•32 min
On today’s show, Pete Perrotta, Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LADC joins Lucia at Night to talk about ways to approach this Holiday season in a more connected and loving way, and the meaning of family. Also joining in studio are friends Sarah and Krista where we talk nicknames, favorite holiday music and movies, cookies, and so much more! So watch and listen to today’s show and de-stress from your day, and form stronger relationships with the people, places and things that you love; all i...
Nov 21, 2019•50 min
The holiday season is suppose to be one that reminds us to stop and let in the peace, joy and love that surrounds us daily. In reality, over 80% of people in a recent survey reported feeling stress and anxiety around the holidays. So what if this this time of holiday bliss, really brings up hurts from the past, family dysfunction and a list a mile long to accomplish? How can we enjoy our holidays and rise and comeback to the place of joy we crave in spite of what transpires around us or creep si...
Nov 17, 2019•33 min
Welcome to Lucia At Night! Lucia At Night is finally here and we could not be more excited. A treat and retreat for your day, Lucia at Night is a monthly addition to our show WellSeekers with Lucia to help focus on relationships with the people, places and things that you love in an informative and, fun and intimate environment. Helping you de-stress from your day and connect to what you love - We are going to help close the door on your day and light up your night. Launching today, we are talki...
Oct 27, 2019•53 min
On today's show, Michelle Pierce MA, LMHC, RYT, Lead Clinician & Director of Clinical Programming for MEDA in Newton, MA joins us to talk about prevention of eating related issues and what we can all do to help reduce the prevalence of eating disorders. (Meda:www.medainc.org) Every 62 minutes a person dies from an eating disorder, where eating disorders are the number one leading cause of mental health related deaths. Some possible factors, explored and discussed in today's show, include unt...
Oct 21, 2019•29 min
According to the American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, Eating disorders in young men and women are on the rise (Source: www.aacap.org/AACAP/Families_and…Disorders-002.aspx ). In the United States alone, as many as 10% of females are reported to suffer from a clinical eating disorder. When you consider non-reports, males and eating related issues like binge eating, the number can be much more significant. So how do we know if our child is struggling with an eating related issues?...
Oct 14, 2019•34 min
Men, adolescents, athletes and so many other populations are never considered to struggle with eating related issues, but the facts are - THEY DO! So what does it look like when different populations have eating related issues and how can we help? On today's show Lucia and guest Michelle Felton, LMHC, CEDS joins us to talk about athletes and other populations who may be struggling, how we can help and the hope that exists. If you or anyone you know struggles with body image, eating related issue...
Oct 07, 2019•38 min
Eating related issues are a part of almost everyone's lives in some way. According to statistics ( anad.org/education-and-awaren…isorders-statistics/ ), at least 30 million people of all ages and of all genders suffer from a clinical eating disorder, with estimates much higher for those that go unreported. Even more shocking is the every 62 minutes, at least one person passes away as a direct result of an eating disorder & that eating disorders have the highest mortality rate of ANY mental i...
Sep 29, 2019•39 min
Have you ever struggled with an eating related issues? What about body image? If you have you're not alone. Eating related issues can range from issues with body image, self confidence, obsession over caloric intake to a clinical diagnosis of anorexia, bulimia, or binge eating. Wherever you are with food and your body, today's show is a MUST listen if you have ever struggled with body image or food related issues. Join Lucia and former professional dancer, turned professional makeup artist, Camp...
Sep 23, 2019•43 min
