Intro To EmpowHer - Episode #1

In this kickoff episode, hosts Chedva Berger, LSW and Riva Preil, DPT lay out the mission of Empower. They talk about the real gaps women face in care, why many providers miss pelvic and mental health links, and how this show will bridge both. You will hear why trusting your gut matters, how to advocate for yourself, and when a second opinion makes sense. They explain their balanced view of western and holistic options, remind you that healing is personal, and preview a lineup of expert guests who will share clear tools and answers so you can make informed choices and move forward with confidence.

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And remember—your health, your voice, your power. Until next time!

About Your Hosts:

Chedva Berger is a Licensed Social Worker who specializes intreating trauma, anxiety, familial and relational conflict, and life transitions, across a spectrum of diverse populations. Chedva’s myriad experiences give her compassion and a deep understanding of human experience.

Her practice is psychodynamic, and attachment focused, and utilizes the Internal Family Systems model (IFS), EMDR, Sand Play, and mindfulness-based therapy interventions. Chedva also infuses other modalities into her practice to help meet each client where they are at.

Social Media:

• ⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠
• ⁠⁠Psychology Today⁠⁠

Riva Preil, PT, DPT, WCS, BCB-PMD, CLT  

Riva is a leading pelvic floor physical therapist. She treats women with various pelvic floor disorders including dyspareunia, interstitial cystitis, vulvodynia, pudendal neuralgia, constipation, incontinence, prenatal and postpartum conditions, pelvic organ prolapse, and chronic pelvic pain. Riva also treats pediatric bladder and bowel dysfunction. She is a Board Certified Specialist in Women’s Health Physical Therapy (WCS),and she received biofeedback certification in treating pelvic floor dysfunction from BCB-PMD. She is also a Certified Lymphedema Therapist (CLT) through the Academy of Lymphatics, allowing her to treat individuals who experience upper and/or lower extremity swelling. She is also trained in Craniosacral Therapy and Visceral Mobilization through the Barral Institute. Riva is the author of This Inside Story: The Woman’s Guide to Lifelong Pelvic Health, available on her website (revitalizephysicaltherapy.com). She is extremely passionate about her work and looks forward to helping many along their healing journeys!

Social Media:

• Email: [e-mail]
• Instagram handle: @revitalizepelvichealth 
• ⁠⁠Website⁠⁠
• ⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠
• ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠

Please note, the content on this podcast is for informational purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice. 

In addition, this podcast is for mature audiences only (age18+). If you're under 18, we recommend discussing with a parent or guardian before listening.

Produced and Edited By Zalman Michel