Beyond Diagnosis

Beyond Diagnosis

Beyond Diagnosis helps people who are not getting the solutions or outcomes they're seeking from traditional medical care. We raise awareness of functional, integrative, alternative, life and wellness, and mindset professionals and what they offer, so you can speak up and make confident, informed decisions whilst fostering autonomy for your health. By following, you will gain access to content for people who have long-term health concerns and connect with functional, well-being, and mindset professionals. Follow along; this is your path of Alternative Healing with your Host Rita De Michele | Health Advocate | Founder of ONUS platform | Podcast host: Beyond Diagnosis

Episodes

July 3, 2025 34 mins

What if real wellness isn’t about being disease-free but about mastering your mind and emotions?

Rita De Michele speaks with Dr. Susannah Ward, author of Mastering Real Wellness and a leading voice in holistic medicine. Together, they explore why true well-being doesn’t come from trends, supplements, or perfect health—but from showing up for yourself and building inner resilience.
If you're ready to redefine what ...

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Are you unknowingly sabotaging your mental health and holding yourself back from your full potential?
Rita De Michele sits down with Bhavya Arora, certified Life, Career, and Transformational Coach, to explore how shifting your mindset can lead to deep personal growth and self-discovery. Bhavya shares powerful insights on overcoming limiting beliefs, building emotional resilience, and creating meaningful change in both life an...

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Struggling with anxiety and overthinking?
In this episode of Beyond Diagnosis, host Rita De Michele sits down with Rosemary Gattuso, trauma-informed mediator and author of “It’s Not You, It’s Me – A Chronic Overthinker’s Guide to Self-Reflection.” They explore the deeper roots of overthinking, its link to anxiety, and practical tools to calm the mind and find clarity. A powerful conversation for anyone ready to take control of...

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What if everything you thought about mobility and pain was wrong?
Host Rita De Michele sits down with renowned physiotherapist and strength coach Tom Swales, founder of the AMT Certification, to reveal the deeper truth behind limited mobility. Discover how pain is not your identity—and how the right approach to movement could transform your body and mind. Whether you're navigating chronic pain, post-injury immobility, or j...

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Can belief truly heal the body? 

In this powerful episode of Beyond Diagnosis, host Rita De Michele sits down with Sarah Susak—author of YOURU: Find the Guru within You—to explore how inner transformation, Vedic meditation, and holistic practices helped her navigate two life-threatening cancer diagnoses and a near-death autoimmune crisis. Sarah shares the raw, inspiring truth behind her healing journey, revealing the deep connection...

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What if diabetes isn’t just about blood sugar? 

In this episode, host Rita De Michele speaks with Dr. Anju Mathur, a board-certified expert in functional and anti-aging medicine, about treating diabetes at the root. Dr. Mathur explains how natural therapies, lifestyle shifts, bioidentical hormones, and cellular health play a crucial role in addressing the underlying causes of chronic illness. Discover how functional medicine goes be...

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Still feeling unwell despite all the tests? 

In this episode of Beyond Diagnosis with Rita De Michele, holistic health expert Anne Barratt shares how kinesiology, bio-resonance therapy, and energy work uncover the root causes of symptoms that others often miss. As founder of Empowering Health, Anne helps clients heal by exploring emotional blocks and energetic imbalances. If you're searching for answers beyond the physical, thi...

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Taking Ozempic or Wegovy but still feeling bloated, exhausted, or stuck with your weight?
In this episode of Beyond Diagnosis, host Rita De Michele interviews Nutritional Therapist Joanne Posey to break down the missing piece of the GLP-1 puzzle: nutrition and lifestyle

Learn what to eat, how to manage side effects, and what women in menopause really need to know to make GLP-1 medications work with their bodies, not against t...

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What if the pain you’ve carried since childhood was never yours to hold in the first place?
In this deeply personal episode of Beyond Diagnosis, host Rita De Michele speaks with author Judy King, whose life was shaped by early emotional trauma, a lack of confidence, and years of mental health challenges.

Judy opens up about her journey of healing and self-discovery — a path she details in her powerful memoir, Agnus: A ...

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Are you frustrated with the mental health care system and wondering why real solutions seem so hard to find?
Join host Rita De Michele on Beyond Diagnosis as she sits down with Dr. Robert C. Smith—nationally recognized physician, mental health expert, and author of “Has Medicine Lost Its Mind?” Discover why our mental health system is struggling, and learn about powerful, patient-centered solutions that could change everything....

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What if the key to your healing isn’t just in your body but hidden within your unique archetype? 

Rita De Michele welcomes Claire Doherty—a certified medical intuitive, transformational coach, and expert in holistic health. Claire blends her background in Western medicine, nutritional therapy, and energy healing to help clients unlock their unique health archetypes and break free from unconscious patterns. In this insightful convers...

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Can changing the way you eat truly transform your health? 

Rita De Michele is joined by Dr. Laureen, a passionate advocate of the ketogenic lifestyle. With years of experience both personally and professionally, Dr. Laureen shares how a low-carb, high-fat diet can dramatically improve metabolic health and support long-term wellness. Discover the science, the success stories, and practical tips for getting started on your o...

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In this powerful episode host Rita De Michele speaks with Sarah Martin—perioperative nurse, mental health advocate, and author of Dear Psychosis. Sarah shares her deeply personal journey as a mother and carer navigating the complex realities of psychosis, bipolar disorder, and depression within her family. Through storytelling, advocacy, and her lived experience, she brings a voice to the silent struggles so many face. This convers...

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Dealing with foot or ankle pain that just won’t go away?

In this episode of Beyond Diagnosis, Rita De Michele speaks with senior physiotherapist Robyn Gant, who specializes in chronic foot and ankle pain. With a master’s in foot movement research, Robyn shares why lasting relief often starts with a whole-body approach—not just treating the symptoms.

She breaks down common foot conditions, injury prevention tips, a...

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Can a few minutes of red light each day really reduce pain, boost energy, and speed up healing—naturally?
In this enlightening episode of Beyond Diagnosis, host Rita De Michele sits down with Tammy Nevin, CEO and Founder of Happy Sol Wellness, to explore the transformative power of red light and infrared therapy. Tammy shares her journey of creating a holistic, drug-free wellness solution designed for those suffering from chron...

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Are your food choices really about hunger — or something deeper?
In this Beyond Diagnosis episode, host Rita De Michele sits down with Fiona Kane, award-winning Nutritional Medicine Practitioner and Mind Body Eating Coach, to explore the emotional root causes behind eating habits, body image struggles, and negative self-talk. With 18+ years of experience, Fiona reveals how your relationship with food is often shaped by your em...

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What if a cancer diagnosis didn’t mean giving up control — but taking your power back?
In this inspiring episode of Beyond Diagnosis, host Rita De Michele speaks with Deb Krier, a cancer warrior who is rewriting what it means to live with cancer. From feeling dismissed by the system to becoming a fierce advocate for her own healing, Deb shares how she built a strong support network, made empowered choices, and redefined resili...

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Discover the power of Motivational Interviewing (MI) with host Rita De Michele and special guest Jen Uschold, a Physical Therapist, Pain Science Fellow, and National Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach. In this episode of Beyond Diagnosis, we explore how MI can help individuals build self-efficacy, improve communication, and make lasting behavioral changes. Learn how motivational interviewing techniques can empower you to ove...

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Struggling to make self-care a consistent part of your life? 

In this episode of Beyond Diagnosis, host Rita De Michele sits down with Cara-Michele Nether, a licensed health practitioner and founder of Strength & Vitality Wellness, who specializes in helping women aged 45-65 build simple, guilt-free self-care routines that boost energy and confidence. 
Cara-Michele shares how to break free from sporadic, overwhelmi...

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 Join Rita De Michele in this insightful episode of Beyond Diagnosis, featuring Rosemary Gattuso, a Trauma-Informed Family Mediator and Restorative Justice specialist. Rosemary dives deep into her work with families navigating separation, offering valuable insights on the power of trauma-informed approaches in mediation. She shares how respect, well-being, and a strengths-based focus play a pivotal role in creating sustainable solu...

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