Inside the Wellspace is a podcast redefining women’s wellness through a female lens. For too long, women’s health has been treated from a male perspective. Hosted by wellness advocate Cathy O’Brien—who brings 25+ years in global beauty, a master’s in social work, and her own health journey—the show offers real conversations about often-overlooked aspects of women’s health. From hormones and mental resilience to sleep and bone health, Cathy talks with top experts to break down the science and share practical, evidence-based tools. The goal: to help you feel informed, empowered, and in control.
What does it take to break free from your past and rebuild a life on your own terms?
At just 26, Jes Chapel is a rising voice at Condé Nast Traveler, covering fashion, travel, and luxury—but her real story runs much deeper. In this raw and revealing conversation, Jes sits down with Cathy O’Brien to share her journey through childhood trauma, the loss of her father, and growing up in unstable, unsafe environments. She opens up about ...
Have you ever questioned your reality in a relationship?
In this powerful solo episode, host Cathy O’Brien opens up about an issue that affects 1 in 4 reported women: emotional and psychological abuse in relationships.
This isn’t about physical violence—it’s about the coercive, manipulative behaviors that chip away at a person’s identity, self-worth, and sense of reality. With recent high-profile abuse cases in the media, Cathy feels...
Did you know 1 in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime?
What if treatment could be less invasive, more targeted—and even detect recurrence before symptoms appear?
Dr. Rache Simmons, internationally renowned breast cancer surgeon at New York-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell, breaks down the evolving landscape of breast cancer care. From early detection and genetic testing to cutting-edge innovations like liquid bi...
Menopause is the most misunderstood stage of a woman’s life.
Dr. Chris Creatura, aboard-certified OB/GYN with over three decades of experience, is a nationally recognized expert in menopause, sexual health, and adolescent gynecology. She joins Inside the Wellspace with Cathy O'Brien to dismantles the myths and misinformation surrounding menopause, perimenopause, and women’s hormonal health.
Drawing on decades of clinical experie...
Are your hormones trying to tell you something—and are you actually listening?
Dr. Chiti Parikh, an integrative medicine specialist and Executive Director of Integrative Health and Wellbeing at NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell, returns to Inside the Wellspace with Cathy O’Brien for a grounded and eye-opening conversation about the real forces driving your hormonal health. From the gut-hormone connection to the hidden impact of xen...
What does a “good” divorce really look like—and how do you move forward with clarity and confidence?
Renowned family law attorney Lois Liberman joins Inside the Wellspace with Cathy O’Brien to share her empathic, personalized approach to navigating marital transitions—from prenuptial and postnuptial agreements to emotionally and financially complex divorces.
Together, they unpack the legal, emotional, and psychological dimensions of...
What does true healing from trauma really look like—and how do we reclaim our power in the process?
Maggie LaRocca, Executive Director of Exhale to Inhale, joins Inside the Wellspace with Cathy O’Brien for a deeply moving conversation about trauma, healing, and empowerment. Maggie shares how trauma-informed care and practices like yoga can help survivors of sexual and domestic violence reconnect with their bodies, regain a sense of ...
Feeling overwhelmed, burnt out, or stuck in stress cycles?
Psychotherapist Molly Morgan, LCSW, joins Cathy O’Brien on Inside the Wellspace to explore how stress, trauma, and emotional patterns affect our nervous system—and what we can do to heal.
You’ll learn how anxiety, people-pleasing (the fawn response), exhaustion, and even suppressed anger are often nervous system responses—not personal flaws. Molly breaks down the science of ...
The Mind-Beauty Connection: Exploring Skin and Psyche with Dr. Amy Wechsler
What if your skin could talk—what would it say about your mental health?
Dr. Amy Wechsler, one of the only physicians in the U.S. dual board-certified in both dermatology and psychiatry, based in New York City, joins Cathy O’Brien on Inside the Wellspace to unravel the deep, often overlooked relationship between the mind and the skin.
From the science of stre...
Is modern medicine missing the mark on women’s longevity—and how can we fix it?
Dr. Chiti Parikh, an integrative medicine specialist and Executive Director of Integrative Health and Wellbeing at NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell, joins Cathy O’Brien on Inside the Wellspace to explore the four essential pillars of well-being—sleep, movement, nutrition, and mind-body connection—and why preventive health is non-negotiable for long-ter...
Are you ignoring the #1 threat to women’s health—even your own?
Renowned cardiologist Dr. Holly S. Andersen joins Cathy O’Brien on Inside the Wellspace to expose the hidden crisis of heart disease in women. Despite being the leading cause of death, it’s often overlooked—especially in younger women.
Dr. Andersen, an Attending Cardiologist at NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell and Director of Education at the Perelman Heart Institute, ...
What happens when a woman leaves behind a successful corporate career to heal herself—and ends up building a sanctuary for others? In this deeply personal episode, Cathy O’Brien shares her remarkable transformation from brand executive to wellness leader and founder of The Wellspace for Women. Her story weaves through the challenges of motherhood, postpartum depression, toxic relationships, and a breast cancer diagnosis—each moment...
Inside the Wellspace is a podcast redefining women’s wellness—through a female lens. For too long, our health has been studied, diagnosed, and treated from a male perspective. Hosted by wellness advocate Cathy O’Brien, who brings 25+ years in global beauty, a masters in social work focusing on women’s issues, and her own deeply personal health journey, this show features real, honest conversations about the overlooked and critical ...
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