Dr. Uché Blackstock is an emergency medicine physician and thought leader whose work is deeply woven with both personal and professional experiences, dedicated to addressing the impact of inherited racism and social ideas of difference within healthcare institutions. She attended Harvard University for her undergraduate degree and medical school. A…

Dr. Denis Bouboulis is a leading specialist in Neuro-Immunology, known for his pioneering work in diagnosing and treating PANS/PANDAS, which is a Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorder Associated with Streptococcus (PANDAS), autoimmune encephalitis, and tick-borne illnesses like Lyme disease. As the Founder and Director of Superior Associat…

Marc Brackett is the founding director of the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence and a professor in the Child Study Center at Yale. He’s also the best-selling author of Permission to Feel, translated into 25 languages, and a pioneering researcher with over 25 years of work in emotional intelligence, decision-making, creativity, and mental healt…

Nicole J. Sachs, LCSW, is a renowned psychotherapist, speaker, writer, and retreat leader dedicated to helping people break free from chronic pain and anxiety. She is the author of The Meaning of Truth and the recently released book Mind Your Body, as well as creator of the online courses Freedom from Chronic Pain and Freedom from an Anxious Life. …

Hala Khouri, M.A., SEP, E-RYT is a leading voice in trauma-informed care, embodied social justice, and resilience-building. With over 25 years of experience teaching yoga and movement and 15 years of clinical work and training, Hala has dedicated her life to bridging the gap between healing, activism, and systemic change. Originally from Beirut, Le…

Nakeia Homer is a Well-Being Educator, Author, and the founder of Heal & Grow Daily, a private membership and well-being community dedicated to sustainable healing and personal growth. Her books, I Hope This Helps and All the Right Pieces, have inspired readers worldwide. Her latest release, Habits for Healing: Reclaim Your Purpose, Peace, & Power,…

Dr. Robert Melillo is a renowned expert in developmental neurological conditions like ADHD, autism, OCD, and more. With over 30 years of experience as a clinician, professor, researcher, and bestselling author of Disconnected Kids, Dr. Melillo has developed groundbreaking, noninvasive methods to improve brain function. As the co-founder of Brain Ba…

Dr. Bruce Perry is a global leader in understanding how trauma impacts the developing brain. He is the Principal of the Neurosequential Network and has spent over 30 years as a clinician, researcher, and educator in children’s mental health and neuroscience. Dr. Perry co-authored several influential books, including "The Boy Who Was Raised as a Dog…

Healing Moments is a segment we’ve created to share moments of healing and wellness that you can incorporate in your everyday life. Today’s Healing Moment is with Jimmy Yen, or 'the Acu Sensei' as he’s known on social media. He is a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) practitioner, Entrepreneur and innovator. In today’s healing moment, Jimmy explain…

Dr. Richard Boyatzis is a Distinguished University Professor at Case Western Reserve University, renowned for his research on leadership, emotional intelligence, and sustainable change. With a Ph.D. in Social Psychology from Harvard and a background in Aeronautics and Astronautics from MIT, Dr. Boyatzis has authored influential books, including Pri…

Christina Rasmussen is a grief educator and best-selling author of Second Firsts, Where Did You Go?, and Invisible Loss, each offering profound insights into healing and transformation after tragedy. Christina earned her master’s degree in guidance and counseling from the University of Durham before experiencing a sudden loss that shifted the cours…

Healing Moments is a segment we’ve created to share moments of healing and wellness that you can incorporate in your everyday life. Today’s Healing Moment is with Jimmy Yen, or 'the Acu Sensei' as he’s known on social media. He is a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) practitioner, Entrepreneur and innovator. In today’s healing moment, Jimmy talks a…

Jarod Anderson is an acclaimed nature poet and the creative mind behind The CryptoNaturalist podcast. Jarod has produced three best-selling poetry collections: Field Guide to the Haunted Forest, Love Notes from the Hollow Tree, and Leaf Litter. His newly released memoir, Something in the Woods Loves You, takes readers on a deeply personal journey t…

Healing Moments is a segment we’ve created to share moments of healing and wellness that you can incorporate in your everyday life. Today’s Healing Moment is with Jimmy Yen, or 'the Acu Sensei' as he’s known on social media. He is a widely celebrated Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) practitioner, Entrepreneur and innovator. In today’s healing mom…

Dr. James Doty is a trained neurosurgeon and adjunct professor in the Department of Neurosurgery at Stanford University’s School of Medicine. He is the founder and director of the Center for Compassion and Altruism Research and Education (CCARE) at Stanford, with His Holiness the Dalai Lama as the founding benefactor. Dr. Doty has dedicated time an…

Dr. Tal Ben-Shahar is an author and lecturer who holds a PhD in Organizational Behavior. He is known for teaching two of the largest classes in Harvard University's history: "Positive Psychology" and "The Psychology of Leadership." His works have been translated into over thirty languages and have topped best-seller lists worldwide. His latest book…

Mark Daley is a social activist, entrepreneur, and foster-turned-adoptive father. He is the founder of One Iowa, the state's largest LGBTQ+ equality organization, and TheFosterParent.com, a national platform connecting families with foster organizations. He is also the author of Safe: A Memoir of Fatherhood, Foster Care, and the Risks We Take for F…

In today’s special release episode, host Shay Beider speaks with Katie Frazee and Patty Atkins to discuss the story behind Integrative Touch therapy. Katie is the VP of programs and community wellness at Integrative Touch and Patty is a member of the TeleWellness Healing Team. Both women regularly practice Integrative Touch Therapy and support the …

Rob Cross has dedicated over 20 years to studying the networks and collaborative practices of high-performing organizations. His experience working with over 300 organizations and thousands of leaders has allowed Rob to develop strategies to build effective networks at every career stage. He serves as Senior Vice President of Research at i4cp, he i…

Dr. Esther Sternberg is renowned for her significant influence in integrative medicine and is known for her research bridging mind-body science and built environments. She is the Research Director at the Andrew Weil Center for Integrative Medicine and the Founding Director of the University of Arizona Institute on Place, Wellbeing & Performance. Be…

Healing Moments is a segment we’ve created to share moments of healing and wellness that you can incorporate in your everyday life. Today’s Healing Moment is with Tamar Chansky, a licensed psychologist who works extensively with treating OCD and anxiety. In today’s healing moment, Tamar breaks down panic attacks at the nervous system level and why …

Dr. Tamar Chansky is a licensed psychologist and founder of the Children’s and Adult Center for OCD and Anxiety which uses cognitive-behavioral therapy to treat a variety of conditions. She is considered an expert on dealing with anxiety for children and teens. Dr. Chansky is the author of several books including “Freeing Your Child from Anxiety” a…

Dr. Renee Canady is the CEO of the Michigan Public Health Institute (MPHI), leading a team dedicated to promoting health equity and well-being for all. Before MPHI, she served as Health Officer and Director of the Ingham County Health Department in Lansing, where she pioneered the Ingham County Health Equity Social Justice program. She is the autho…

Healing Moments is a segment we’ve created to share moments of healing and wellness that you can incorporate in your everyday life. Today’s Healing Moment is with psychotherapist Jonathan Robinson. Jonathan will be leading us through a heart opening practice that encourages feelings of connection, gratitude, and peace. Find a quiet place to either …

Jonathan Robinson, a psychotherapist and bestselling author based in Northern California, has impacted over 200 million people worldwide through his practical methods. His work, translated into 47 languages, has been featured in major publications like Newsweek, USA TODAY, and the Los Angeles Times. With over thirty years of study in personal and p…

Dr. Ellen Langer is a trailblazer in psychology known internationally as “the mother of mindfulness.” She was the first woman to be tenured at Harvard in her field. Dr. Langer has been included in New York Times Magazine’s “Year in Ideas” issue for her revolutionary experiments in social psychology that have earned her global recognition. Additiona…

Healing Moments is a segment we’ve created to share moments of healing and wellness that you can incorporate in your everyday life. Today’s Healing Moment is with board certified physician and chief wellness officer Dr. Cindy Tsai. Cindy will lead us through a mindful breathing and visualization practice to help with quieting the mind and relaxing …

Dr. Cindy Tsai is an award-winning board-certified Physician, TEDx Speaker, Bestselling Author, and Chief Wellness Officer. She is the founder of Yes & More, which is an organization focused on personal growth and wellness to help empower leaders through mind and body wellness programs. Dr. Tsai closely examines the impact of chronic stress on the …

Join Shay Beider, host of the Conversations on Healing Podcast, and all of our incredible guests that will be featured here in 2024. We have a diverse lineup of experts, ranging from medical doctors to psychotherapists, who will share their knowledge and insights. Thank all of our amazing listeners for tuning in to the Conversations on Healing Podc…

Dr. Michael Sapiro is a multifaceted professional working as a clinical psychologist, psychedelic psychotherapist, writer, meditation teacher, and researcher who previously lived as a Buddhist monk. Known for his transformative coaching, Dr. Sapiro works with a wide range of clients including police officers, first responders and those experiencing…

Healing Moments is a segment we’ve created to share moments of healing and wellness that you can incorporate in your everyday life. Today’s Healing Moment is with somatic specialist Staci Haines. She will lead us through a somatic exercise that helps us to feel centered in our bodies so we can live with greater intention and purpose. Find a quiet p…

Staci Haines, a seasoned practitioner with 30 years of experience, has dedicated her work to personal and social transformation. She specializes in somatics, trauma healing, embodied leadership, and transformative justice. She is the author of "The Politics of Trauma: Somatics, Healing, and Social Justice '' as well as "Healing Sex: A Mind Body App…

Dr. Suzanne Koven received her M.D. from Johns Hopkins and B.A. in English literature from Yale. She went through residency at Johns Hopkins Hospital where she was chief resident and later joined the faculty of Harvard Medical School. Dr. Koven has over 30 years of experience in primary care internal medicine at Massachusetts General Hospital. Addi…

Robert Paylor is a motivational speaker who suffered a severe spinal cord injury while competing in the national championship for rugby at UC Berkeley. He defied the odds by completing his degree and is working towards increased mobility. Robert shares the tools that helped him overcome the trauma he experienced to inspire others facing difficult c…

Dr. Aliza Pressman is a clinical psychologist with over 15 years of experience in her field. She is the assistant clinical professor at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai Hospital and specializes in behavioral health in pediatrics. She co-founded The Mount Sinai Parenting Center and hosts the popular podcast "Raising Good Humans”, where sh…

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Dr. Olivia Affuso is the Director of Strategic Leadership Initiatives for the Council on Black Health and a fellow of the American College of Sports Medicine. Dr. Affuso obtained her PhD in Nutrition Epidemiology from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and completed a postdoctoral fellowship in the Department of Exercise and Sports Sc…

Healing Moments is a segment we’ve created to share moments of healing and wellness that you can incorporate in your everyday life. Today’s Healing Moment is with Amanda Blake, who works with neurobiology to tap into the brain- body connection. Today she will guide us in developing embodied self awareness by leading us through a grounding exercise …

Dr. Amanda Blake is the bestselling author of Your Body Is Your Brain and Master Somatic Leadership coach. She pioneered the Body=Brain(™) course, which uses neurobiology to teach coaches, leaders, therapists, and others strategies to help people regain power in their lives by tapping into the brain-body connection. Amanda received her degree in Hu…

Healing Moments is a segment we’ve created to share moments of healing and wellness that you can incorporate in your everyday life. Today’s Healing Moment is with ayurvedic matriarch Maya Tiwari, and she will lead us in a meditation in light, which is a unique practice that utilizes light to empty the mind and create space. Take a second to quiet y…

Maya Tiwari is an Ayurvedic Matriarch and peace leader with over 35 years of experience in her field. She established the first school of Aruvedic medicine in North America in 1981. She also is the founder of Mother Om Mission (MOM), a charitable organization that brings whole life education to individuals and communities. Maya has also begun globa…

Dr. Drew Ramsey is a board certified psychiatrist, author, and mental health advocate. He has been featured on a variety of talk shows, The New York Times and The Wall Street Journal. He is currently an assistant clinical professor at Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons. Dr. Ramsey founded the Brain Food Clinic, which is a digita…

Dr. Michael Amster is a pain management specialist with over 20 years of experience in the field. He is also the founding director of the pain management department for Santa Cruz Community Health. Dr. Amster co-authored the book, The Power of Awe, with Jake Eagle which outlines how people can harness the power of awe in their lives. They coined th…

We're days away from new episodes of the Conversations on Healing Podcast! In this brief teaser, host Shay Beider shares what you can expect to hear... Plus, don't forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode.

Healing Moments is a segment we’ve created to share moments of healing and wellness that you can incorporate into your everyday life. Today’s Healing Moment is with Shamini Jain, who will guide us through one of her grounding meditations. Take a moment to connect with your consciousness and ground yourself with Shamini in this Healing Moment.…

Dr. Lynne Hurdle is a communication expert and conflict resolution strategist, as well as a diversity and inclusion facilitator and speaker. She has over 40 years of experience in the field and combines culture and conflict to create dynamic leadership models. Lynne specializes in utilizing creative processes to teach everyday skills that can be us…

Dr. Barrie Tan is internationally renowned for his research on Vitamin E and his introduction of tocotrienol (pure Vitamin E) to the nutritional industry. He is known for his discovery and extraction of tocopherol-free tocotrienols from the annatto plant. Dr. Tan earned his Ph.D. in Chemistry/Biochemistry from the University of Otago and was a prof…

Dr. Shamini Jain, PhD, is a scientist, psychologist, founder and CEO of Consciousness and Healing Initiative (CHI). CHI is a nonprofit organization that works to create a community of scientists, teachers, healers and many other experts to enable collaborative acceleration in healing. Dr. Jain received her Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the UCSD…

Healing Moments is a segment we’ve created to share moments of healing and wellness that you can incorporate into your everyday life. Today’s Healing Moment is with Amita Nathwani, who will lead us through an Abyhanga practice, which is a practice of self oil massage used in Ayurvedic medicine. Amita demonstrates the fundamentals of this practice o…

Amita Nathwani is the owner of Surya Health and Wellness which focuses on nutritional consulting that is rooted in Ayurvedic medicine. She also is a faculty member with the Andrew Weil Center for Integrative Medicine Fellowship at Banner Health, University of Arizona and Faculty at the Phoenix Institute of Herbal Medicine and Acupuncture. She uses …