Men’s Therapy Podcast

Quiet Leadership

Power and Influence are two different ways to lead, one from the top-down and other from the bottom-up. As traditional power structures are being challenged and dismantled people are developing a real allergy to authoritarian, punishment-based leadership. In this vacuum there is a real opportunity to cultivate quiet leadership and inner confidence. Leading through influence, collaboration, and shared alignment are going to be critical skills for the future. Join returning guest Qiana Torres Flores as she shares her experience and expertise in cultivating inner strength.

Wanting Something Better

In this episode we interview returning guest Melissa Barbash about her shift from surviving to thriving. Multiple times in her life she has been forced to take stock of her life and ask for something more. From transitioning out of a toxic workplace to leaving a toxic relationship Melissa has done the hard work of shedding her suffering to make room for more success. Tune in to hear how setting boundaries and dissolving shame can help you to take a meaningful step towards the life that you want.

Dating in your 30s

Dating is hard and breakups suck. Join me as I sit down with returning guest, Christina Dixon, to talk about how we each found love in our 30s. You'll heard some stories about how we navigated the dating apps, changed our expectations, and clarified our values. We'll also talk about our next steps as we move in with our respective partners and contemplate the next phase of our lives.

Evolved Masculinity

Rick Tivers and I both specialize in helping men become more emotionally intelligent, having deeper experiences, and shedding historical trauma. In this episode we'll dive into our own personal definitions of masculinity and common places of emotional resistance that hinder men from growth. Men need mentors and Rick has been one of mine for a long time, I can't wait to share more from him with you.

Rock Bottom Recovery

Recovery is an ongoing process - it's something that you constantly have to manage while on the journey of self-growth. Bobbie Malatesta comes on the show to share her experience of hitting rock bottom again after years of recovery. As a recovering gambling addict Bobbie was challenged during the early years of the pandemic. While she didn't use, she was brought to her knees by a series of unfortunate events. She had to use her inner strength to pick herself up from rock bottom.

Psychedelic Love

Sura Hertzberg returns to talk about the intersection of psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy and sex therapy. On this developing frontier of our field there are powerful stories of transformation and of trauma. Tune in as we share our thoughts and experiences with altered states.

Polyamory 101

Eliot Andre returns to speak about his experiences with Polyamory - having multiple relationship partners. In this episode he'll talk about his story of moving away from monogamy and offer practical advice on how to make it work. Tune in to hear a detailed look at this emerging relationship style.

Awakened Living

I'm a firm believer that emotional growth leads to spiritual growth. As we progress down the path of emotional healing we start to awaken to more nuanced experience and a deeper connection with the present moment. We start to develop our personal ethic and morality. Amie Dean is a spiritual teacher and psychotherapist trained in the Akashic records, an esoteric sect that provides a path to metaphysical accession. Join us as we dive into her beliefs, experiences, and practices.

Inner Freedom to Outer Success

Becoming a better leader hinges on emotional intelligence and doing inner work. Technical skills can only take you so far. At some point you need to dive into your past, understand your psyche, and resolve your childhood trauma to reach that next level of brilliance. Join us as we talk with Nicolina Werther, an executive coach that works with entrepreneurs. She'll share how she overcame her embedded stories to become a leader and business owner.

Thoughtfully Fit

The brain is a muscle, we have to feed it, train it, and keep it fluid and flexible. It's important to maintain our brain throughout our life and rehab it as needed. Darcy Luoma has created a six-sided model to develop mental fitness: stillness, strength, endurance, flexibility, balance, and ability. Join us for this episode for some tips and tricks to turn yourself into a mental athlete.