The Hardcore Therapist

The Hardcore Therapist 137- Shi (SCARBORO)

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2255460/fan_mail/new] In this episode of The Hardcore Therapist Podcast, Sarah sits down with Shi (pronounced “Shur”), guitarist, vocalist, and songwriter for the New York City punk band SCARBORO. For over a decade, SCARBORO has been part of the modern NYC hardcore and punk scene, blending melodic hardcore energy with raw, honest lyrics about mental health, resilience, activism, and the realities of adulthood within punk culture. Shi shares the story behind the band, the evolution of the New York punk scene, and how music can become a space to process identity, struggle, and personal growth. The conversation dives into the creative process, the emotional side of songwriting, and what it takes to keep creating in a scene that is constantly changing. If you’re a fan of punk rock, hardcore music, DIY culture, and honest conversations about mental health and creativity, this episode is for you. Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2255460/support]

The Hardcore Therapist 136.5- My Birthday Episode

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2255460/fan_mail/new]  In this birthday episode,I reflects on the year I stopped blaming myself for feeling exhausted, sluggish, inflamed, and unlike myself.  I shares her personal hormone replacement therapy journey, the self-blame and frustration that pushed me to seek better medical care, and the privilege involved in accessing a concierge doctor. This episode explores the connection between hormones, mental health, sleep, shame, inflammation, and self-advocacy while also looking ahead to a new year of partnerships, speaking, education, and continued growth. This episode is not medical advice and does not replace therapy or care from a qualified healthcare provider. Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2255460/support]

The Hardcore Therapist 136- Mike Egan (Artist)

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2255460/fan_mail/new] Today's guest on The Hardcore Therapist is Mike Egan, a contemporary artist known for his bold, symbolic paintings that explore themes of death, spirituality, and the human experience. Before becoming a full-time artist, Mike worked in the funeral industry as an embalmer and funeral director, an experience that deeply shaped the imagery and perspective in his work. His art blends folk, punk, and spiritual influences to create pieces that invite us to confront mortality and reflect on what it means to be alive. Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2255460/support]

The Hardcore Therapist 135.5- Behavior Is the Pattern—Not the Thought

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2255460/fan_mail/new] In this episode, wI explore the gap between insight and behavioral change. Drawing from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Behavioral Activation, and Exposure-based models, I break down why understanding your patterns is not enough and why behavior is the mechanism that actually rewires them. I discuss: * how avoidance and reassurance reinforce anxiety * why change often feels worse before it feels better * and how small behavioral shifts create long-term change If you feel stuck despite doing the “work,” this episode will help you identify where change actually needs to happen. Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2255460/support]

The Hardcore Therapist 135- Evan Seinfeld (Biohazard, Mantorship and Full Metal Fitness)

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2255460/fan_mail/new] Today’s guest is someone who has lived multiple lives—and I mean that in the real sense of the word. I’m joined by Evan Seinfeld, best known as the frontman of Biohazard, a band that helped define hardcore and crossover culture with a sound and message that was raw, aggressive, and rooted in real-life experience. But Evan’s story doesn’t stop with music. He’s also built a path in fitness, personal development, and mentorship through programs like Mantorship and Full Metal Fitness, where he focuses on discipline, identity, and helping people take ownership of their lives. And what makes this conversation interesting for me—and for this show—is that we’re not just talking about music or business. We’re talking about: * what it actually takes to evolve across different phases of your life * how identity shifts when you move from one world into another * the role of discipline, structure, and mindset in mental health * and what it means to take responsibility for who you are, especially when life doesn’t hand you an easy path Because whether it’s music, fitness, relationships, or personal growth—there’s always a mental and emotional layer underneath it that people don’t always see. https://evanseinfeld.com/ https://wolfpack.mantorship.com/sign_up https://www.fullmetal.fitness/ Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2255460/support]