Welcome To The Podcast
 

Learn more about the podcast,

and what to expect this season.

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Marisa chats with Bluebird Day author Megan Tady and sports therapist Peter Falcon of Skadi Sports Psychology to dig into the high-stakes world of sports psychology. From pre-game anxiety to the mental load elite athletes carry, they unpack the hidden side of high performance.

Marisa chats with Trust Me on This author Lauren Parvizzi and therapist Maggie Malone of Rosebud Psychotherapy to unpack mental filtering—the habit of seeing things as either all good or all bad. They dive into how this black-and-white thinking shows up in our lives, why it’s so tempting, and what it really takes to find a more balanced perspective.

Marisa chats with Pictures of You author Emma Grey, Ph.D. candidate Hannah Robertson, and therapist Beverly Engel to unpack the dynamics of coercive / controlling relationships. From subtle red flags to deep manipulation, this episode sheds light on what these relationships look like, and how to support loved ones in them.

Marisa chats with author Clémence Michallon (Our Last Resort) and therapist Dr. Natalie Feinblatt about overcoming the challenges of rebuilding identity, healing, and embracing freedom after leaving a cult.

Marisa chats with What Happened to the McCrays? author Tracey Lange and therapist Michael Rose of Wild Minds Consulting to talk about what we’re really supposed to do with all those overwhelming emotions. From rage to grief to everything in between, they explore how to process big feelings instead of bottling them up.

Marisa chats with Fun for the Whole Family author Jennifer E. Smith and therapist Dr. Christine Schneider of Integrative Mind Institute and the podcast The Challenge of Therapy about adult sibling alienation, why it hurts so much, whether it’s possible or wise to rebuild those bonds, and tools for rebuilding them when appropriate.

Marisa chats with The Undercurrent author Sarah Sawyer and therapist Viviana McGovern of Full Vida Therapy to unpack why we sometimes push people away and how to let people in. From the roots of rigid boundaries to the fear of vulnerability, it’s a conversation full of insight, honesty, and a few laughs. 

Marisa chats with All the Signs author Jessie Rosen and therapist Haley Moore of Therapy Uninterrupted to explore the winding path of finding and following your passion. From societal expectations to internal roadblocks, they unpack what it really takes to tune out the noise and trust your own signs.

Marisa chats with Hazel Says No author Jessica Berger Gross and therapist Kara Friedman of Kara Friedman Counseling to delve into the power and complexity of body autonomy. From early boundary-setting to unlearning people-pleasing, they unpack the power of saying no.

Marisa chats with Lula Dean's Little Library of Banned Books author Kirsten Miller and therapist Emily Scheer of New Connections Counseling Center to explore how we can stay connected when politics and beliefs might pull us apart. From navigating tough conversations to protecting meaningful relationships, they unpack what it takes to bridge divides without breaking bonds.

Marisa chats with author Marissa Stapley (author of THE LIGHTNING BOTTLES) and therapist Ryan Dusick (founding member of Maroon 5, author of the book HARDER TO BREATHE, host of the Harder to Breathe podcast) about young life in front of a large audience, substance use disorders, and the many paths that lead to recovery. 

Marisa chats with Promise Me Sunshine author Cara Bastone and Kelly Daugherty, author of The Grief Experience and host of The Grief Ladies podcast, about loss and healing. Together, they explore how to show up with consistency and compassion over the long term, the importance of grieving rather than avoiding, and the idea of creating “live again” lists.