Suicide in the Construction Industry: Prevention, Awareness, and Saving Lives
In this urgent episode of Normalize The Conversation, Sonya Bohmann, Executive Director of the Construction Industry Alliance for Suicide Prevention, exposes the alarming suicide rates in one of America’s largest industries and shares strategies to save lives.
We cover:✅ Why construction workers face unique mental health risks✅ The difference between prevention, intervention, and postvention✅ How to create a culture of support and safety on job sites✅ Actionable steps employers, coworkers, and communities can take
This episode is essential for anyone invested in workplace mental health, suicide prevention, and building safer work environments.
🎧 Listen now—because having the conversation could save a life.
#NormalizeTheConversation #SuicidePrevention #ConstructionMentalHealth #SonyaBohmann #WorkplaceWellness #MentalHealthAtWork #ConstructionIndustryAlliance #EndTheStigma #PreventionStartsWithUs #SafetyAndSupport
Can Broken Relationships Heal? Rebuilding Trust, Connection, and Love ❤️
In this heartfelt episode of Normalize The Conversation, licensed clinical psychologist and relationship expert Dr. Sabrina Romanoff shares practical strategies to repair and rebuild after relationship ruptures—whether due to infidelity, separation, or emotional disconnection.
We explore:
✅ What causes relationship ruptures—and why they are more common than you think✅ The psychology of repair and what truly works to rebuild trust✅ How to reconnect with empathy, honesty, and healthy boundaries✅ Therapeutic tools to heal both romantic and personal relationships
Whether you are navigating heartbreak, seeking to strengthen your connections, or ready to start fresh, this episode provides hope, insight, and actionable steps to rebuild trust and love with intention.
🎧 Listen now to learn how to restore connection, foster understanding, and rebuild relationships that thrive.
#NormalizeTheConversation #RelationshipHealing #DrSabrinaRomanoff #TrustRecovery #InfidelityHealing #EmotionalRepair #MentalHealthPodcast #LoveAndBoundaries #AttachmentHealing #ReconnectWithIntention
Finding Strength and Purpose After Life-Altering Challenges ❤️
In this inspiring episode of Normalize The Conversation, host Francesca Reicherter sits down with Rachel McCord, entrepreneur, philanthropist, founder of The McCord List, and host of The McCord List Today Show. Rachel opens up about her journey through open-heart surgery, a life-changing experience that became a catalyst for self-discovery, resilience, and authentic self-expression.
✨ Learn how she embraced community support, leaned into love, and found strength through faith and prayer
🌱 Explore how vulnerability and connection can guide healing during life’s unexpected challenges
💡 Discover practical insights for rediscovering purpose and aligning with your authentic self
Whether you are navigating personal hardship, recovery, or seeking inspiration to live more authentically, this episode offers a powerful reminder that healing, clarity, and transformation are possible.
🎧 Tune in now to hear Rachel’s story of courage, faith, and rediscovering life with an open heart.
#NormalizeTheConversation #RachelMcCord #HealingJourney #RediscoverPurpose #FaithAndResilience #AuthenticLiving #PersonalGrowthPodcast #Inspiration #MentalHealthAwareness
What if falling apart is the first step to becoming your truest self?
In this inspiring episode of Normalize The Conversation, host Francesca Reicherter sits down with author and coach Lindsay Leahy to unpack the message of her book Take It All Apart. Together, they explore how dismantling old patterns, identities, and beliefs can open the door to authentic freedom and aligned living.
✨ What it really means to “take it all apart” and rebuild with intention🌱 How self-awareness and radical responsibility create lasting transformation💡 Why discomfort often signals that you’re ready for your next chapter💖 The connection between inner peace, purpose, and rebuilding your life
If you’re feeling stuck, restless, or out of alignment, this episode is your invitation to stop holding it together and start creating the life you were meant for.
🎧 Tune in now and learn how breaking down can become your greatest breakthrough.
#NormalizeTheConversation #LindsayLeahy #TakeItAllApart #SelfAwareness #LifeTransformation #AlignedLiving #PersonalGrowthPodcast
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 Psychology and more than 7,000 students in her astrology school, Debra brings a rare blend of psychology, spirituality, and humor to the conversation.
✨ What you’ll learn in this episode:
How astrology reveals emotional patterns, personality traits, and relationship dynamics
Why your birth chart can offer guidance on healing, self-discovery, and growth
The connection between soul health and mental health
A live look at Francesca’s chart (Leo Sun, Virgo Moon, Scorpio Rising) with Debra’s expert insight
This is not just about horoscopes — it is about understanding yourself on a deeper level and using astrology as a tool for connection, awareness, and personal transformation.
Whether you are a skeptic, a curious beginner, or already love astrology, you will walk away with new insights about yourself and how the stars can illuminate your path.
🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts — and discover what the stars might be trying to tell you.
#Astrology #MentalHealth #DebraSilverman #NormalizeTheConversation #SelfDiscovery #HealingJourney #EmotionalAwareness #AstrologyPodcast #SpiritualGrowth #TherapyAndAstrology
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 makes therapy feel more human—and more effective.Whether you're a mental health professional, in therapy, or simply curious about what makes a therapeutic relationship truly work, this conversation will leave you feeling seen, supported, and inspired to normalize help-seeking.Tune in to learn:
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:
Naseem’s story is a testament to the unshakable strength of the human spirit and a reminder that even in the darkest moments, we can find purpose, healing, and growth.
Learn more about Naseem and her book: naseemrochette.com
Tune in now for a conversation filled with courage, hope, and inspiration.
#TraumaRecovery #Resilience #UnbreakableDay #NormalizeTheConversation #HealingJourney #MentalHealthAwareness
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 of Trauma". This episode offers real-life strategies for teens, including how to:(1) Recognize and name complex emotions(2) Set healthy boundaries and practice self-care(3) Find support and break the silence in their familiesWhether you’re a teen, parent, educator, or mental health professional, this conversation will leave you with tools, hope, and a better understanding of how to support youth affected by mental illness in the home.Listen now and empower the next generation to heal, grow, and speak up.Learn more about the book: seedsofhopebooks.com
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 meditation to asking for guidance and staying open to answers, Dr. Makeba offers wisdom on how to:
✨ Find peace in the midst of challenges
✨ Trust the journey of life, even when it feels uncertain
✨ Take intentional action toward emotional and spiritual wellness
Whether you’re beginning your spiritual journey or looking to deepen your practice, this conversation will inspire you to embrace spirituality as a guiding force for healing, resilience, and self-discovery.
Learn more about Dr. Makeba:
🔗 LinkedIn: Dr. Makeba Morgan Hill
🌐 Website: drmakeba4love.com
🎧 Tune in now and discover how spirituality can help you heal, grow, and live with greater intention.
#SpiritualHealing #EmotionalWellness #MeditationPractice #SpiritualCoach #NormalizeTheConversation #MentalHealthAwareness
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 right therapist for your needs✅ The power of advocating for yourself in your healing journey✅ What holistic care really means—and why it matters in recovery
Dr. Mala, Chief Clinical Officer at Recovery.com and Founder of The Synergy Center, brings a refreshing and empowering perspective on what accessible, personalized mental health care can look like.
🎧 Tune in now and take the first step toward the support you deserve.
#NormalizeTheConversation #MentalHealthPodcast #AccessibleTherapy #RecoveryDotCom #DrMalaMalgeri #MentalHealthCare #TherapyAccess #HolisticHealing #HealingJourney #AdvocateForYourself
Website: https://recovery.com/
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 obsession with weight keep us stuck✅ Why lasting healing is about compassion, not control✅ How to build a peaceful relationship with food, body image, and self
This is not another weight loss story. It’s a conversation about freedom.
🎧 Listen now and start unlearning what diet culture taught you to believe about yourself.
#NormalizeTheConversation #DietCultureRecovery #LisaSchlosberg #EmotionalEating #BodyImageHealing #FoodFreedom #MentalHealthPodcast #AntiDietCulture #WeightStigma #HealingJourney
Website: https://www.outofthecave.health/
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 thoughts in real time
✅ Build simple, evidence-based habits to reduce stress
✅ Shift your mindset from spiraling to steady
Whether you’re stuck in your head or simply trying to stay grounded, this episode offers clear, compassionate strategies to take your power back.
🎧 Tune in now to start calming your mind—one thought at a time.
#NormalizeTheConversation #AnxietyHelp #DrTerriBacow #GoodbyeAnxiety #ThinkingTraps #MentalHealthPodcast #WorryVsAnxiety #CognitiveReframing #GuidedJournal #MentalHealthTools
Website: https://www.drterribacow.com/Book: https://amzn.to/4ln217h
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 the body can affect your mood and focus✅ Natural ways to reduce inflammation, release toxins, and feel more energized✅ The connection between physical and emotional detoxification
You’ve heard of detoxing your body—now it’s time to detox your mind.
🎧 Listen now to learn how better flow in your body can mean better peace in your mind.
#NormalizeTheConversation #MentalClarity #LymphaticDrainage #DetoxByRebecca #RebeccaFaria #WellnessPodcast #EmotionalDetox #BrainFogRelief #MindBodyConnection #MentalHealthTools
Website: https://detoxbyrebecca.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/detoxbyrebecca/
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-responsibility and perfectionism impact mental health✅ What it means to listen to your body and break generational patterns✅ Practical steps to let go of who you were told to be—and become who you are
Whether you’re the eldest daughter or someone healing from over-functioning, this episode offers insight, compassion, and permission to finally put yourself first.
🎧 Listen now and start rewriting your story—on your own terms.
#NormalizeTheConversation #EldestDaughterSyndrome #KathrynLeeTherapy #MentalHealthPodcast #BreakingGenerationalCycles #BurnoutRecovery #AnxietyAwareness #FamilyRoles #ShouldBeMentality #HealingJourney
Website: https://www.kathrynleetherapy.com/workwithusInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/chatwithkat_/
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 system needs to evolve to support long-term recovery
Dr. Susman shares his expert insights from his work in behavioral health leadership and mental health advocacy, offering hope and a clear path forward for patients, providers, and communities.
🎧 Listen now to learn why recovery—not just symptom management—is the future of mental health care.
#NormalizeTheConversation #MentalHealthRecovery #DrDavidSusman #RecoveryFocusedCare #PeerSupport #PersonCenteredCare #MentalHealthAdvocacy #HealingJourney
Website: davidsusman.com
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 meditation to help you reconnect with the present moment and your inner self.
Whether you struggle with rumination or simply want to cultivate more mindfulness, this episode offers practical tools and heartfelt wisdom to help you live more fully and authentically.
🎧 Listen now and start shifting from thinking about life to truly being in it.
#NormalizeTheConversation #MindfulnessPodcast #ElizabethWinkler #HeartMindHealing #MeditationGuide #MentalHealthPodcast #Presence #SelfCompassion #MindsetShift #HealingJourney
Website: https://www.elizabethwinkler.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ewinklertherapy/
In this episode, Adriana Alejandre breaks down EMDR in a simple, accessible way, explaining how it works, who it’s best suited for, and how it differs from traditional talk therapy. She also shares key insights on finding the right provider, including directories for minorities.Websites:https://latinxtherapy.com/therapists/adriana-alejandre-lmft/https://emdrandtraumatherapy.com/Find A Therapist Director:https://latinxtherapy.com/find/Instagrams:https://instagram.com/latinxtherapisthttps://instagram.com/latinxtherapy
In this episode, Dr. Josh Mirmelli explores the power of embracing uncertainty, managing self-doubt, and gaining confidence in life and the therapy room. His biggest lesson? Growth happens when you lean into the unknown and show up as a human, not just a textbook.Website: https://therapywithdrjosh.com/Instagram: https://instagram.com/therapywithdrjosh
In this episode, Lily Thrope breaks down eating disorders, challenging misconceptions about who they affect and what recovery truly looks like—especially when it means embracing a larger body. She also explores how societal conversations have shifted from body positivity to self-love being equated with weight loss. Website: https://thropetherapy.com/Instagram: https://instagram.com/thropetherapylcsw