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Unlock the Connection Between Astrology and Mental Health with Debra Silverman

Can the stars help us better understand who we are — and even support our healing?

In this episode of Normalize The Conversation, host Francesca Reicherter sits down with world-renowned astrologer, psychotherapist, and author Debra Silverman to explore how astrology can complement traditional therapy and mental health work. With a Master’s in Clinical Psyc...

In this episode of Normalize The Conversation, host Francesca Reicherter sits down with licensed clinical social worker Victoria Roman to explore how breaking the stigma around therapy leads to deeper, more authentic connections.Together, they dive into the importance of therapists being relatable, the role of appropriate self-disclosure in building trust, and how shifting away from clinical jargon toward real, personal insight mak...

Finding Strength After Trauma with Naseem Rochette

In this episode of Normalize The Conversation, I’m joined by Naseem Rochette, author of The Unexpected Benefits of Being Runover. Naseem shares her powerful journey of surviving being run over three times and how this life-altering trauma became a catalyst for reclaiming her voice and rewriting her story.

Together, we explore:

1. How to embrace resilience and celebrate you...

In this powerful episode of Normalize The Conversation, host Francesca Reicherter sits down with Dr. Michelle Sherman, licensed clinical psychologist, and her mother, DeAnne Sherman, to explore what it's really like growing up with a parent who has a mental illness or trauma history. Together, they share insights from their book, I'm Not Alone: A Teen's Guide to Living with a Parent Who Has a Mental Illness or History o...

Finding Healing Through Spirituality with Dr. Makeba Morgan Hill

In this episode of Normalize The Conversation, we explore how spirituality can be a transformative tool for healing and emotional wellness. Dr. Makeba Morgan Hill — intuitive personal strategist, spiritual coach, author, and founder of Dr. Makeba & Friends — shares practical ways to reconnect with your inner light and divine purpose.

From the power of meditat...

Struggling to access mental health care? You’re not alone—and help is closer than you think.

In this episode of Normalize The Conversation, psychologist and holistic healthcare expert Dr. Mala C. Malgeri shares how Recovery.com is breaking down barriers to therapy and making support more accessible than ever.

We discuss:✅ Common obstacles to getting mental health care—and how to overcome them✅ How to use Recovery.com to find the righ...

What if your struggle with food isn’t about willpower—but about unhealed pain?

In this raw and powerful episode of Normalize The Conversation, trauma-informed coach and Out of the Cave founder Lisa Schlosberg, LMSW, shares her personal journey from childhood obesity to extreme dieting—and how she finally broke free from diet culture for good.

We explore:✅ The toxic truth behind diet culture and emotional eating✅ How restriction and o...

Is it just worry—or something more?

In this insightful episode of Normalize The Conversation, licensed psychologist and author Dr. Terri Bacow breaks down the difference between everyday worry and clinical anxiety—and how to tell when your thoughts are working against you.

Drawing from her guided journal, Goodbye, Anxiety, Dr. Bacow shares practical tools to:

✅ Recognize common thinking traps that fuel anxiety

✅ Reframe anxious thought...

Struggling with brain fog, low energy, or emotional overwhelm? Your lymphatic system might be the missing link.

In this eye-opening episode of Normalize The Conversation, Brazilian wellness expert and Detox by Rebecca founder Rebecca Faria reveals how the lymphatic system plays a crucial role in mental clarity, emotional balance, and overall well-being.

We explore:✅ The science behind lymphatic drainage and detox✅ How stagnation in t...

Always the responsible one? The strong one? The one who “should” have it all together?

In this validating episode of Normalize The Conversation, licensed psychotherapist Kathryn Lee explores the emotional weight of being the eldest daughter—and how the “should be” mentality often leads to anxiety, burnout, and disconnection from your true self.

We dive into:✅ The silent pressures eldest daughters carry in families✅ How over-responsib...

Rethinking Mental Health Care: Why Recovery Should Be the Goal

In this episode of Normalize The Conversation, licensed clinical psychologist and mental health advocate Dr. David Susman challenges the traditional psychiatric model and makes a compelling case for recovery-focused care.

Discover how:✅ Peer support and empowerment play a vital role in healing✅ A person-centered approach transforms mental health outcomes✅ The current syst...

Ready to stop overthinking and start living from your heart?

In this transformative episode of Normalize The Conversation, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and meditation expert Elizabeth Winkler, LMFT guides us on a journey from head to heart.

Learn how small shifts in language—like swapping “but” for “and” or “should” for “I want”—can change your mindset and open the door to presence and peace. Plus, Elizabeth leads a calming...

In this inspiring episode of Normalize The Conversation, licensed psychologist and speaker Dr. Josh Mirmelli shares how embracing uncertainty can help us overcome imposter syndrome, grow as therapists, and build more meaningful relationships—with clients, others, and ourselves.

We dive into:
✅ Why self-doubt is normal (especially for new clinicians)
✅ How to grow confidence by being human, not perfect
✅ The difference b...

What is EMDR therapy — and how do you know if it’s right for you?

In this powerful episode of Normalize The Conversation, licensed therapist and EMDR expert Adriana Alejandre breaks down Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) in a way that’s clear, compassionate, and accessible. You’ll learn:

✅ What EMDR actually is and how it works✅ Who EMDR is best suited for (hint: it’s not just for PTSD)✅ How it differs from traditi...