Having too much to do (and not enough time in which to do it all) can make you feel overwhelmed and stressed. But there are healthy ways to cope—which is one reason why we're happy to bring Michael Boroff, PsyD back to the show. Listen in as he discusses how stress impacts our overall health and how mindfulness can help.

Ironman Champion Sarah Piampiano joins the podcast to discuss how she went from working 120+ hours a week as an investment banker and smoking two packs of cigarettes a day to achieving her dreams of competing as a professional triathlete. Check out this episode to hear Sarah’s tips on shifting your mindset, positive self-talk, and embracing the concept of failure to reach your goals.

Traditional ideas about masculinity can impact the way men think about and respond to their own health. It can be so deeply ingrained that it becomes difficult to identify, much less address. Crossover Psychologists Drs. Vince Allen and Chris Drost talk about their work towards shifting ideas of masculinity as well as challenging conventional narratives about what it means to “be a man."

OB-GYNs, friends with children, and What to Expect When You're Expecting are all good sources of information that can help shape a woman's expectations of pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum. But, there's a lot to learn from mothers’ hindsight. We asked a few of our Crossover experts and moms, “What do you know about pregnancy now, that you wish you knew then?” You’ll want to share this episode with both women and men who are about to embark on the parenthood journey. Special thanks to our...

According to Traditional Chinese Medicine, grief is just one stage of an emotional pattern and emotions are viewed as phases rather than “good” or “bad” parts of who we are. Get a new perspective on how we can cope with these phases from Crossover Acupuncturist Cong Nguyen. Cong has navigated through his own grief and gained resilience by focusing on introspective questions like, “what is the function of this emotion?” and “what lesson is this experience trying to teach me?” Connect wi...

Grief creeps in for all of us in unexpected ways. From living through a pandemic, our childhood memories, even our wedding day (yes, it’s normal!), feelings of sorrow can be so nuanced that we can’t figure out what’s causing it or how to address it. Crossover Therapist Dr. Jennifer Uhrlass tells us about the many forms that grief takes in our lives, and how identifying it can help us cope with it. Connect with us! Learn more at crossoverhealth.com @crossoverhealth on Facebook, Instagram...

Can the food we eat really impact our mental health? According to Crossover Health Coach and Registered Dietitian, Julianne Kanzaki, it’s a definite factor. Nutrients from the food you eat can play a critical role in supporting the microbiome in your gut, which is often just called the “second brain.” Want to see a change in your processed food cravings, decrease blood sugar spikes (which can trigger depression and anxiety), and boost your serotonin? You’re in the right place.

The decisions we make on an individual basis do matter. Crossover’s Dr. Shoshana Ungerleider, a wellness expert, frequent media contributor, and host of the TED Health Podcast joins Danielle to share the importance of receiving team-based care to optimize your “healthspan.” Find out how to improve your quality of life (hint: there’s no magic potion).

In this episode, we’re flushing out your options on colon cancer screenings. When to get tested (are you high- or low-risk for colorectal cancer?), what new options are there to choose from (at-home vs. colonoscopy), and how the testing options work (spoiler alert: you will be pooping!) are all covered in this podcast. But most importantly for anyone who has been putting this off… "There’s nothing to be afraid of!" Host Danielle and Crossover physician, Dr. Tiffani Lemen give a candid account...

In this meditation guided by Crossover Psychologist Rachel Heatherly, you will use deep breathing techniques to soothe anxiety, stress, and get better sleep. Take a few minutes to breathe, relax and find a little peace of mind. You can feel the benefits from this exercise in as little as 5 minutes. Enjoy.

Most people think eye exams are for vision assessment, eye glasses or contacts. But, when eye doctors are looking at your eye health, they have a view into your overall health. Dr. Annie Low, Crossover’s Optometry Program Manager explains how routine eye exams often discover early signs of serious health conditions, such as high blood pressure, diabetes and potentially cancer. Add to that, if you’re a heavy screen user (who isn’t?), you may experience eye fatigue and strain. Fortu...

Sadly, there are many forms of Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) and there are also many reasons why the abused often stay in the relationship. "Violence" is not limited to the physical intent to hurt a partner—it also includes sexual (non-consent, threats), stalking, and emotional abuse. Jennifer Gaskins, a Licensed Psychologist at Crossover, joins Danielle to discuss the signs of IPV, the stressors that contribute to higher risk, and how a victim can receive help (or how a friend can give hel...

After the delivery of her child, our guest suffered from postpartum uterine atony, a precursor to a life-threatening hemorrhage which has fueled her quest for education and advocacy for women’s health. Serious or life-threatening maternal morbidity (development of a medical condition before, during, or after childbirth) affects about 60,000 women in the U.S. each year, and those numbers are increasing. But why? Melanie Odeleye, MD joins Dan to bring this important topic to the table for expec...

All sexually transmitted infections are preventable and treatable, and most are curable. Preventing the spread of Sexually Transmitted Infections can be done with the three T’s – talk, test, and treat. Crossover Registered Nurse Angela Rayo strives to raise awareness and reduce stigma surrounding STIs by encouraging her patients to speak openly with their healthcare providers and partners. If you’ve been hesitant to talk about sexual wellness with your health care team or partner, Angel...

Staying committed to an active lifestyle isn’t always easy. Fitness Coaches on your Crossover care team will help you map out a plan and keep you on track. In this episode of the Be Well podcast, Crossover Fitness Coach Brendon Rearick shares how he and his team tailor fitness plans based on your goals, schedules, and needs. Connect with us! Learn more at crossoverhealth.com @crossoverhealth on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedInDaniel Lord, DC CCSP on LinkedIn

It’s a dietitian takeover! Co-host Danielle Heuseveldt, Crossover Health Coach Program Manager and Camilla Lee, Health Coach, are both Registered Dietitians and joined Dan to dive deep on how to approach realistic weight loss goals—for ourselves, not society. It’s more complicated than “calories in, calories out”, and is influenced by our relationships with food and exercise. Learn how a certified health coach can help you set up personalized systems and routines to help you get there. In the...

Managing weight can be overwhelming for most people, but it may be even more so for those suffering from anxiety, depression, and other mental health conditions. As part of our four part series, Crossover Psychologist Cratissa Schley explains how many individuals who are struggling with mental wellness are prone to weight gain due to certain medications, the sedentary effects of depression, and turning to food for comfort. Cratissa also shares her own experience with postpartum depression an...

Our four-part weight management series with four of our Crossover providers—a doctor, a psychologist, a health coach and a fitness coach—kicks off with physician Dr. Bob Pampin. Prior to becoming board certified in bariatric (weight loss) medicine, Bob came to realize that most of the illnesses he saw in his patients were related to poor diet, stress, and sedentary behavior patterns, and that he could do something about it. He shares a real-life example of how one pa...

If you’ve considered how a healthcare membership can be a better solution for you–compared to the healthcare and lifestyle resources you can get in your community—we’ve got our CEO, Scott Shreeve, MD, to walk you through it. His vision and passion for changing the way we engage in our health is contagious. He and Dan reflect on the conversations we've had with our providers who can now use this platform to reach more people who may not otherwise have access. This “force multiplier” enco...

We see it all the time— it’s easy to get overwhelmed and overlook our own needs, especially when caring for others comes first. Self-care is not selfish, it’s “putting your own oxygen mask on first” so that you can be there in your best form. It’s being healthy in body, mind and spirit so that you can enjoy the life you create, be the person you want to be, and accomplish the things you want and need to do. In this episode you’ll hear from Crossover Registered Nurse, Karista Flynn, on how she...