Is Medicine Built on Adult Development?
with Dr. Sasha Heinz
🔥 Episode Summary
What if the root of suffering in healthcare isn’t just the system—but our own resistance to growth? In this insightful conversation, Dr. Sasha Heinz, developmental psychologist and pioneer in positive psychology, unpacks why transformation in medicine starts with how we develop as humans. You’ll learn how shifting from “fixing dysfunction” to “facilitating growth” could redefine healing—for patients and providers.
🎙️ Guest Information
Dr. Sasha Heinz
Sasha Heinz, Ph.D., MAPP, is a developmental psychologist, coach, and expert in positive psychology, adult development, and transformational change. With a rare ability to blend scientific insight and practical wisdom, Dr. Heinz helps individuals move beyond self-sabotage and into self-authorship.
She is the host of The Change Lab Podcast, where she explores why personal growth isn’t a luxury—but a critical part of healthy human development. In her private practice, she works with a select group of individuals and groups committed to meaningful change.
Dr. Heinz holds degrees from some of the world’s top institutions: a B.A. from Harvard University, a Ph.D. in Developmental Psychology from Columbia University, and a Master’s in Applied Positive Psychology from the University of Pennsylvania—where she’s also served on faculty.
Her work has been featured in The New York Times, The Washington Post, Psychology Today, Forbes, Goop, InStyle Magazine, and more.
Website: drsashaheinz.com
🧠Episode Highlights & Key Takeaways
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