The Plastic Couch

The Plastic Couch

The Plastic Couch Podcast is a nod to her Grandmother’s couch. Through a blend of storytelling, insight into human behavior, and intimate conversations, Kristen Crockett talks about topics and discussions that have been covered up, protected, or have kept us from being who we are meant to be in life, at work, and in our relationships. Join Kristen for personal discussions and interviews around awareness, self-help, personal development, career, interpersonal relationships, spirituality, and loss.

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April 28, 2025 82 mins

In this powerful and unforgettable episode of The Plastic Couch Podcast, Yarbrah shares her experience transitioning into a C-suite role as Chief Program Officer before she made the difficult decision to choose herself and quit her job. She also talks about the physical and mental toll of burnout, being the problem solver, pushing beyond capacity, how childhood experiences shaped her identity as a high achiever, her struggle with p...

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If you have ever wondered about Reiki, what it is, and how it can help you, this is the episode for you. We're about to embark on an exploration of Reiki with Brandi, Reiki Practitioner and Healer. This episode just might change the way you think about health, wellness, grief, and healing.


Connect with Brandi on IG at @itsreikilove


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In this episode, Kristen is interviewed by Lillian Seidel as they go deep into the journey of self-discovery and the importance of learning to listen to yourself. Kristen and Lillian explore how inner wisdom is an essential tool for personal growth. They share experiences with resistance, self-sabotage, and imposter syndrome, offering insights on overcoming these obstacles.

You'll hear about the balance between seeking external kn...

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Welcome to your guide to Human Design. In this episode, you'll learn what human design is, how to use it in life or at work, and how to look up your chart. Human design is all about how to manage your energy.


To look up your Human Design chart, go here: https://myhumandesignguide.com/


To download your personalized Human Design Clarity Guide ⁠https://myhumandesignguide.com/shop/⁠

To book a Human Design session with Kristen, go ...

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Kristen sits down with executive recruiter and career coach, Monica York, to discuss the power of authenticity in leadership and navigating career transitions. Monica shares her journey into recruiting, the challenges of working in male-dominated industries, and how she helps leaders align their strengths and professional goals to attract the role that is aligned for them.


Whether you're looking to level up in your career...

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Author Ayoka B. joins me on the Plastic Couch for a beautiful conversation about reiki, joy, and all of the things that prevent us from truly stepping into experiencing our joy. Ayoka shares her personal journey to joy, including her move to Costa Rica, and tips for discovering joy on your own terms.

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What happens when everything you know about your birth, identity, and origins - turns out to be a lie? Just before he died, Farrah's father told her a secret that shattered her entire world. She spent the next 10 years putting the pieces of her life back together. This episode dives into what happens when secrets and lies reveal themselves from the grave and the resilience and healing that can lead you to grace, self-love, and ...

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November 13, 2023 39 mins

Kristen speaks with Karla Allen about her grief journey after her father's plane crashed when she was 19. What happens when grief becomes your identity? How do you move through it to find out who you really are? Join Kristen's upcoming Coping With Grief and Loss workshop. https://bit.ly/griefworkshoplive

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October 21, 2023 55 mins
Join Kristen and her husband as they reflect on their love lessons after 10 years of marriage and stay tuned for the song Kristen had written as a gift to honor their love story. (Song written by Zak Leever)
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What happens when you are placed in the spotlight? Does it make you feel uncomfortable? In this episode, we are talking about why attention may have you staying in the background and how visibility is related to moving into higher leadership.

Click here to apply for Expand & Lead, a 12-week leadership and coaching program for leaders of color who are ready for Executive Leadership https://kristencrockettcc.lpages.co/expand-and-...

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We talk about the four reasons why understanding your strengths helps you excel in leadership. Ready to join the next cohort of Expand and Lead? Apply here: https://kristencrockettcc.lpages.co/expand-and-lead-application/


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Being a hard worker has its pros and cons. People count on you for your work ethic and for how well you do things. But what about when it becomes overwhelming? After the episode, learn more about Kristen’s program. EXPAND AND LEAD™ is a 12-week comprehensive high-performance coaching program for mid to senior-level leaders of color who are ready to lead with authenticity, position themselves for greater impact, and prepare for the ...

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Nicole Kerr had a near-death experience after a car accident as a 19 year-old Air Force Academy Student. What happens when you literally die and are brought back to life? What are the lessons you bring with you about the human experience? 

So my guest today is Nicole Kerr. Imagine being 19 years-old, a cadet at the Airforce Academy, when the car you are in goes off the road and you literally flatline. Did she see that bright light?...

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Rachel Lockett shares how growing up with two warring psychologists as parents, helped her use her strengths to pivot into her passion. Rachel shares how understanding her strengths, propelled her into her business as a coach.
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Part 2 - What happens when you become the head of household at 9 years-old with four siblings, a disabled brother, and a mom with ALS? That is exactly what happened to our guest, Aaron Garrett. Join us to hear about his life story and how this tremendous amount of responsibility has impacted his relationships, his work life, and his relationship with money.

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What happens when you become the head of household at 9 years-old with four siblings, a disabled brother, and a mom with ALS? That is exactly what happened to our guest, Aaron Garrett. Join us to hear about his life story and how this tremendous amount of responsibility has impacted his relationships, his work life, and his relationship with money.

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Part 2 of this episode features an incredible discussion with Claudia Cauterucci. Join us as we navigate topics around the responsibility and beauty of being an empath, what it is like to not fit the labels people place on you, and what it means to be a mindful parent. Claudia is a multilingual psychotherapist, spiritual scholar, and teacher based in Washington, D.C., with over 23 years in private practice. 

Claudia's workshop...

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Part one of this episode features an incredible discussion with Claudia Cauterucci, Psychotherapist and Dynamic Meditation Speaker. Join us as we navigate topics around the responsibility and beauty of being an empath, what it is like to not fit the labels people place on you, and what it means to be a mindful parent.

Claudia's workshops, including the Empath Leader Workshop she talks about during this episode, can be found at: htt...

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Over the last few years, life for author and event planner Courtney Shorter has been a whirlwind of joy and pain, but her mission is always to find the joy. We explore life after Courtney's infertility journey which includes miscarriages, the loss of twin girls, and so much more. Join us for a an extremely revealing conversation about love, loss, joy, grief, and resilience. 

Courtney is the co-author of the book, Resilience Ri...

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September 15, 2022 6 mins

Hearing the word no comes with the territory. But what happens when the no comes because you decide not to even apply?

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