Episodios

  • What Astrology Can Teach Us About Ourselves (That Therapy Sometimes Misses) with Debra Silverman
    Oct 1 2025

    Unlock the Connection Between Astrology and Mental Health with Debra Silverman

    Can the stars help us better understand who we are — and even support our healing?

    In this episode of Normalize The Conversation, host Francesca Reicherter sits down with world-renowned astrologer, psychotherapist, and author Debra Silverman to explore how astrology can complement traditional therapy and mental health work. With a Master’s in Clinical Psychology and more than 7,000 students in her astrology school, Debra brings a rare blend of psychology, spirituality, and humor to the conversation.


    ✨ What you’ll learn in this episode:

    • How astrology reveals emotional patterns, personality traits, and relationship dynamics

    • Why your birth chart can offer guidance on healing, self-discovery, and growth

    • The connection between soul health and mental health

    • A live look at Francesca’s chart (Leo Sun, Virgo Moon, Scorpio Rising) with Debra’s expert insight


    This is not just about horoscopes — it is about understanding yourself on a deeper level and using astrology as a tool for connection, awareness, and personal transformation.

    Whether you are a skeptic, a curious beginner, or already love astrology, you will walk away with new insights about yourself and how the stars can illuminate your path.


    🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts — and discover what the stars might be trying to tell you.


    #Astrology #MentalHealth #DebraSilverman #NormalizeTheConversation #SelfDiscovery #HealingJourney #EmotionalAwareness #AstrologyPodcast #SpiritualGrowth #TherapyAndAstrology

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    42 m
  • The Power of Relatability in Therapy: Breaking Stigma & Strengthening Trust w Victoria Roman, LCSW
    Sep 24 2025

    In this episode of Normalize The Conversation, host Francesca Reicherter sits down with licensed clinical social worker Victoria Roman to explore how breaking the stigma around therapy leads to deeper, more authentic connections.Together, they dive into the importance of therapists being relatable, the role of appropriate self-disclosure in building trust, and how shifting away from clinical jargon toward real, personal insight makes therapy feel more human—and more effective.Whether you're a mental health professional, in therapy, or simply curious about what makes a therapeutic relationship truly work, this conversation will leave you feeling seen, supported, and inspired to normalize help-seeking.Tune in to learn:

    1. Why human connection is at the heart of healing
    2. How therapists can build trust without losing professionalism
    3. The key differences between sounding clinical and being real
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    53 m
  • Surviving Trauma: How Being Run Over 3 Times Led to Life-Changing Lessons with Naseem Rochette
    Sep 17 2025

    Finding Strength After Trauma with Naseem Rochette

    In this episode of Normalize The Conversation, I’m joined by Naseem Rochette, author of The Unexpected Benefits of Being Runover. Naseem shares her powerful journey of surviving being run over three times and how this life-altering trauma became a catalyst for reclaiming her voice and rewriting her story.


    Together, we explore:

    1. How to embrace resilience and celebrate your “Unbreakable Day”
    2. The unexpected lessons that can emerge from trauma
    3. Practical ways to support loved ones as they navigate recovery and healing


    Naseem’s story is a testament to the unshakable strength of the human spirit and a reminder that even in the darkest moments, we can find purpose, healing, and growth.


    Learn more about Naseem and her book: naseemrochette.com


    Tune in now for a conversation filled with courage, hope, and inspiration.

    #TraumaRecovery #Resilience #UnbreakableDay #NormalizeTheConversation #HealingJourney #MentalHealthAwareness

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  • Breaking the Silence: How Teens Can Cope w a Parent’s Mental Illness w Dr. Michelle & DeAnne Sherman
    Sep 10 2025

    In this powerful episode of Normalize The Conversation, host Francesca Reicherter sits down with Dr. Michelle Sherman, licensed clinical psychologist, and her mother, DeAnne Sherman, to explore what it's really like growing up with a parent who has a mental illness or trauma history. Together, they share insights from their book, I'm Not Alone: A Teen's Guide to Living with a Parent Who Has a Mental Illness or History of Trauma.


    This episode offers real-life strategies for teens, including how to:

    (1) Recognize and name complex emotions

    (2) Set healthy boundaries and practice self-care

    (3) Find support and break the silence in their families


    Whether you’re a teen, parent, educator, or mental health professional, this conversation will leave you with tools, hope, and a better understanding of how to support youth affected by mental illness in the home.

    Listen now and empower the next generation to heal, grow, and speak up.

    Learn more about the book: seedsofhopebooks.com

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    42 m
  • Healing Through Spirituality: Meditation, Trust, and Taking Action with Makeba Morgan Hill
    Sep 3 2025

    Finding Healing Through Spirituality with Dr. Makeba Morgan Hill

    In this episode of Normalize The Conversation, we explore how spirituality can be a transformative tool for healing and emotional wellness. Dr. Makeba Morgan Hill — intuitive personal strategist, spiritual coach, author, and founder of Dr. Makeba & Friends — shares practical ways to reconnect with your inner light and divine purpose.

    From the power of meditation to asking for guidance and staying open to answers, Dr. Makeba offers wisdom on how to:

    ✨ Find peace in the midst of challenges

    ✨ Trust the journey of life, even when it feels uncertain

    ✨ Take intentional action toward emotional and spiritual wellness

    Whether you’re beginning your spiritual journey or looking to deepen your practice, this conversation will inspire you to embrace spirituality as a guiding force for healing, resilience, and self-discovery.


    Learn more about Dr. Makeba:

    🔗 LinkedIn: Dr. Makeba Morgan Hill

    🌐 Website: drmakeba4love.com


    🎧 Tune in now and discover how spirituality can help you heal, grow, and live with greater intention.


    #SpiritualHealing #EmotionalWellness #MeditationPractice #SpiritualCoach #NormalizeTheConversation #MentalHealthAwareness

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    42 m
  • Making Mental Health Care Accessible: How to Navigate Recovery.com with Dr. Mala C. Malgeri
    Aug 27 2025

    Struggling to access mental health care? You’re not alone—and help is closer than you think.

    In this episode of Normalize The Conversation, psychologist and holistic healthcare expert Dr. Mala C. Malgeri shares how Recovery.com is breaking down barriers to therapy and making support more accessible than ever.


    We discuss:✅ Common obstacles to getting mental health care—and how to overcome them✅ How to use Recovery.com to find the right therapist for your needs✅ The power of advocating for yourself in your healing journey✅ What holistic care really means—and why it matters in recovery


    Dr. Mala, Chief Clinical Officer at Recovery.com and Founder of The Synergy Center, brings a refreshing and empowering perspective on what accessible, personalized mental health care can look like.

    🎧 Tune in now and take the first step toward the support you deserve.

    #NormalizeTheConversation #MentalHealthPodcast #AccessibleTherapy #RecoveryDotCom #DrMalaMalgeri #MentalHealthCare #TherapyAccess #HolisticHealing #HealingJourney #AdvocateForYourself

    Website: https://recovery.com/

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    41 m
  • The Truth About Diet Culture: Journey Through Obesity, Restriction & Recovery with Lisa Schlosberg
    Aug 20 2025

    What if your struggle with food isn’t about willpower—but about unhealed pain?

    In this raw and powerful episode of Normalize The Conversation, trauma-informed coach and Out of the Cave founder Lisa Schlosberg, LMSW, shares her personal journey from childhood obesity to extreme dieting—and how she finally broke free from diet culture for good.

    We explore:✅ The toxic truth behind diet culture and emotional eating✅ How restriction and obsession with weight keep us stuck✅ Why lasting healing is about compassion, not control✅ How to build a peaceful relationship with food, body image, and self

    This is not another weight loss story. It’s a conversation about freedom.

    🎧 Listen now and start unlearning what diet culture taught you to believe about yourself.

    #NormalizeTheConversation #DietCultureRecovery #LisaSchlosberg #EmotionalEating #BodyImageHealing #FoodFreedom #MentalHealthPodcast #AntiDietCulture #WeightStigma #HealingJourney

    Website: https://www.outofthecave.health/

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    51 m
  • From Worry to Anxiety: How to Recognize Thinking Traps & Reframe Your Mindset with Dr. Terri Bacow
    Aug 13 2025

    Is it just worry—or something more?

    In this insightful episode of Normalize The Conversation, licensed psychologist and author Dr. Terri Bacow breaks down the difference between everyday worry and clinical anxiety—and how to tell when your thoughts are working against you.

    Drawing from her guided journal, Goodbye, Anxiety, Dr. Bacow shares practical tools to:

    ✅ Recognize common thinking traps that fuel anxiety

    ✅ Reframe anxious thoughts in real time

    ✅ Build simple, evidence-based habits to reduce stress

    ✅ Shift your mindset from spiraling to steady


    Whether you’re stuck in your head or simply trying to stay grounded, this episode offers clear, compassionate strategies to take your power back.

    🎧 Tune in now to start calming your mind—one thought at a time.

    #NormalizeTheConversation #AnxietyHelp #DrTerriBacow #GoodbyeAnxiety #ThinkingTraps #MentalHealthPodcast #WorryVsAnxiety #CognitiveReframing #GuidedJournal #MentalHealthTools

    Website: https://www.drterribacow.com/Book: https://amzn.to/4ln217h

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    39 m