Essential Therapies Podcast with Dr. Cindy

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In this episode, I sit down with Kristi Lorenc, CNP from Rapha Functional Wellness to talk about her journey into functional medicine… and why she chose a different path.

Kristi shares her personal health struggles and how feeling discouraged by the traditional medical model led her to search for deeper answers. That search ultimately brought her to functional medicine, w...

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We often think of olive oil as a simple dietary staple.

But what if the olive itself holds far more therapeutic potential than most of us realize?

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Jerry Shaw, a retired functional medicine practitioner with over 45 years of clinical experience, to explore the science behind olive polyphenols, systemic inflammation, and whole-body health.

We dis...

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After a quiet few months, this episode shares a heartfelt recap of everything unfolding behind the scenes. From listening closely to that inner voice to making the decision to move, it’s been a season of reflection, growth, and transition.

We honor the passing of John Barnes and the impact he’s had, while also stepping into an exciting new chapter: beginning March 1,...

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Sitting With the Loss of John F. Barnes — A Personal Reflection

This episode was recorded quietly, sitting by my woodstove, as I’m still sitting with the loss of John F. Barnes.

John had a profound impact on my life—personally, professionally, and humanly. What he taught went far beyond technique. The John F. Barnes Myofascial Release Approach® became, for me, a...

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In this episode of Road Reflections, I’m not driving toward the studio — I’m driving away from it.  After five years in a beautiful space that held so much growth, challenge, and transformation, Essential Therapies is entering a new chapter.

I share what these years have taught me — about business, resilience, and who I had to become through it all. ...

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In this episode, Cindy and Brooke open up about their personal and professional journeys into the John F. Barnes Myofascial Release Approach®. Their reflections go beyond technique, highlighting the emotional and spiritual connections within the body — both in their own healing and in the experiences of their patients and clients.

Cindy shares how Myofascial Release has ta...

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After presenting at the 7th International Fascia Research Congress (Aug 10–14, 2025 • New Orleans), Dr. Carol M. Davis, DPT, EdD, MS joins Dr. Cindy Hodgson, MS, PT, PhD on the podcast. Carol reflects on an exciting shift at the Congress, where she proudly presented the principles of the John F. Barnes Myofascial Release Approach® and guided participants through a hands-o...

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In this quick check-in episode, Dr. Cindy Hodgson, PT, PhD, explores why some people may feel pain after a gentle myofascial treatment. This experience, often called “therapeutic pain” or “healing crisis,” happens when tissue memory surfaces — bringing up sensations from an old injury or trauma.

Far from being a setback, this is part of the body&rsq...

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In this follow-up to episode #45, four experienced therapists trained in the John F. Barnes Myofascial Release Approach come together to share deeper reflections after a recent Myofascial Unwinding seminar.

We explore the emotional layers that surfaced, how the body holds onto unresolved experiences, and what it means to truly listen during unwinding. These stories illustrate th...

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In this episode of the Essential Therapies podcast, Dr. Cindy Hodgson sits down with Dr. Thomas Seager—engineer, researcher, and founder of Morozko Forge—for a deep and inspiring conversation about healing, hormones, and the power of cold.

Tom shares his personal journey that began with a high PSA and prostate cancer scare—an experience that led him to ...

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In this interview, Dr. Cindy Hodgson sits down with Michael Grady and Lotus Dawn Goldkuhl to explore the powerful world of energy clearing. Together, they discuss techniques for identifying and releasing the hidden blocks that limit our vitality, potential, and authentic expression.

Michael and Lotus share their approach to clearing energy blocks—a systematic, resu...

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In this episode of The Essential Therapies Podcast, three experienced therapists trained in the John F. Barnes Myofascial Release Approach come together to share insights and stories after a recent Myofascial Unwinding seminar.

Unwinding is often misunderstood—even among healthcare professionals—but unwinding as taught by John F. Barnes, PT, is a powerful, authentic ...

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For over 15 years, I have shared Gil Hedley’s famous Fuzz Speech with my patients, as well as in every public and professional presentation I’ve given on fascia. Watching people’s “aha” moments as they grasp how restrictions develop in their bodies has been incredibly rewarding. Today, I have the great pleasure of sitting down with Gil himself to e...

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Thank you for joining the Essential Therapies Podcast! In this episode, Dr. Cindy shares some ‘Road Reflections’ from her commute, diving into some of the myths of Myofascial Release—what it is, what it isn’t, and how it can help you understand more about this approach to healing. Whether you’re curious to give it a try or looking to deepen your un...

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Join Dr. Cindy on her Road Reflections during her commute as she shares insights from Essential Therapies and her transformative CALM Technique.

In this episode, Dr. Cindy dives into the second letter, L—which stands for Listening—and explores how tuning in more deeply to your body’s signals can help bridge the connection between your mind and body. This awaren...

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Join Dr. Cindy in this episode of Essential Therapies Podcast as she reflects during her commute and introduces the concept of the Myofascial Mindset. Dive into the fascinating world of fascia—an intricate, fiber-optic-like communication system interwoven through every cell of the body. Discover how your thoughts, beliefs, and mindset play a pivotal role in your body&rsqu...

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Join Dr. Cindy for her Road Reflections as she continues exploring the CALM Technique. In this episode, we focus on the “M” for Move. Movement is essential for keeping your fascia healthy and fluid. Dr. Cindy explains that sometimes “move” can simply mean shifting from the couch to the floor to set the stage for effective self-treatment.

She also introduc...

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Join Dr. Cindy on her Road Reflections during her commute as she shares insights from Essential Therapies and her transformative CALM Technique.

In this episode, Dr. Cindy dives into the second letter, L—which stands for Listening—and explores how tuning in more deeply to your body’s signals can help bridge the connection between your mind and body. This awaren...