Home To Me

Episode 10: No Contact - A Therapist's F*cking Messy Personal Story

Episode Description Going no contact with a parent is one of the most misunderstood — and most judged — decisions someone can make. From the outside, it can look like rejection or punishment. On the inside, it's usually about survival, boundaries, and self-preservation. In this episode, I'm unpacking what leads someone to make that decision, why it's rarely a snap choice, and the complex mix of grief, relief, and guilt that can follow. Steph shares her person experience going no contact with a parent, sharing what led to the decision, and all the highs, lows, and eyerolls in between. We'll talk about the myths people carry about "family loyalty," and share more about all the layers that come into play when cutting off contact with one parent. If you've ever struggled with a relationship where love and harm coexist, this conversation is for you. We explore: * Steph's person experience with going no contact with a parent * Grief, anger, self-protection, and a road to healing * The impact of emotionally immature parents on kids * How to navigate grief, guilt, and the "good child" conditioning * How pain may need space to heal, but overidentifying with that pain can end up preventing healing 🎧 Rate, review, and DM me your favorite moment from the episode

Episode 9: I hate to break it to you, but you're a f*cking human

In this episode of Home to Me, Steph unpacks the loaded phrase "feel your feelings" — what it actually means, why so many of us avoid it, and how feeling isn't the same as spiraling. Through a deeply honest story about disconnection, performance, and perfectionism, she explores the body's quiet wisdom and how emotions aren't problems to solve, but messages to hear. If you've ever asked yourself, "Am I being too sensitive?" or "What if I fall apart and don't come back?" — this one's for you. We explore: * What it actually means to feel your feelings (and what it doesn't) * How we confuse emotional control with emotional strength * The 90-second feeling rule, and how to stop being afraid of what's inside * How practicing self-compassion is the key to sitting with feelings * How to gently host your emotions, not lock them out of the house Mentioned in this episode: * Dr Kristen Neff's research on self-compassion and how to practice it * Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor's research on the 90-second emotion cycle I only say b*tch once! Least amount of cussing yet!

Episode 8: Therapists: They're Just Like You (Anxious and Comparing Themselves on Instagram)

In this week's vulnerable and heartfelt episode of 'Home to Me,' Steph gets vulnerable about her struggles with overcommitting and feeling overwhelmed. Navigating the pressures of starting a new podcast, working on a workbook for therapists in training, and maintaining a social media presence, she reveals her internal struggles and the tendency to fall into old patterns of anxiety and comparison. She shares her reality check with herself, recognizing the behaviors and leaning on her go to techniques of practicing gratitude, and making space for her feelings without judgment. In this episode, Steph provides a relatable and honest look into the life of a therapist trying to balance it all while reminding listeners of the importance of self-compassion and authenticity. You'll learn: · Techniques to practice when you feel like the world is against you · A lot about Steph's inner dialogue as she juggles all her roles · That therapists (at least this therapist) do not have their sh*t together This one is for everyone who's struggling with overwhelm and overcommittment right now. Or anyone who wants to hear Steph have a mini-meltdown ;) lol! JK! Quotes from the episode: "First make space for it, then make sense of it" 🎧 Rate, review, and DM me your favorite moment from the episode, or just how your week is going Note! There are less cuss words than usual!

Episode 7: Borrow My Voice Vol.1

This week on Home to Me, Steph is sharing the exact words you can borrow as you try to throw out your Nice Girl script and start having difficult conversations. It can be so hard to find the words, so let her help you get started. Here are the topics with the timestamps. Of course listen to the whole thing, but use this as a cheat sheet if there is a specific one that works for you. * 3:56 - I'm struggling and I don't know how to ask for help * 7:24 - I am not ok with this dynamic anymore. Something has to change * 21:03 - I've changed my mind * 30:34 - I am not available for this kind of relationship anymore * 38:08 - I am not ok with jokes that make me the punchline This one is for everyone who wants to start throwing out old rules, speaking up, and building that inner trust that helps us life with quiet confidence, no matter what. Quotes from the episode: "First make it exist, then you can make it good" 🎧 Rate, review, and DM me your favorite moment from the episode — or the difficult thing you need help communicating Note! There are many cuss words!

Episode 6: We're Not Going To Be F*cking "Nice" Anymore

This week on Home to Me, we're throwing out the Nice Girl script — you know the one. Always agreeable. Always apologizing. Never rocking the boat. Steph shares how growing up in patriarchal systems taught her that being "nice" would keep her safe, loved, and accepted — but instead, it left her stuck in patterns of self-abandonment and resentment. From wetsuit trauma to practicing pausing, she reflects on how "nice" became a trap, and how she's replacing it with something far more powerful: kindness rooted in integrity. You'll learn: · The real difference between nice and kind · Why kindness might disappoint others — and why that's okay · How to start practicing the pause, even when it's wildly uncomfortable · Questions to ask yourself when you feel that "nice girl" instinct kicking in This one is for everyone who's ever said "yes" and immediately regretted it. Time to reclaim your voice, your power, and your wetsuit size. Quotes from the episode: "Being kind might disappoint others. Being nice usually just disappoints you." "You don't owe anyone your likability. You owe yourself your integrity." 🎧 Rate, review, and DM me your favorite moment from the episode — or the nice girl habit you're breaking up with this week. Note! There are many cuss words!