NotYourOrdinaryParts

Dr. Stephen Porges is a distinguished psychologist and neuroscientist, he is the Professor of Psychiatry at the University of North Carolina at Chapell Hill, Professor emeritus at both the University of Illinois at Chicago and the University of Maryland, he’s Director of the Kinsey Institute Traumatic Stress Research Consortium at Indiana University Bloomington, and co-founder of the Polyvagal Institute. Dr. Porges served as president of the Society for Psychophysiological Research and the Federation of Associations in Behavioral & Brain Sciences and has published more than 400 peer-reviewed papers across several disciplines. As a leading expert in developmental psychophysiology and developmental behavioral neuroscience, Dr. Porges is the mind behind the groundbreaking Polyvagal Theory. Adopted by clinicians around the world, the Polyvagal Theory has provided exciting new insights into the way our autonomic nervous system unconsciously mediates social engagement, trust, and intimacy. Dr. Porges knows and understands the relationship between safety and the nervous system and believes that if we want to improve the world, it starts with making people feel safer. Connect with Dr. Porges: Instagram - @polyvagalinstitute Website - www.stephenporges.com Website - www.polyvagalinstitute.org Is there a guest you’d love to see on @notyourordinaryparts? Follow @notyourordinaryparts on Instagram and tag them. If this episode resonated with you follow @notyourordinaryparts on Instagram and interact with the host, guests, and other listeners. Like, subscribe, follow, and share with anyone you think would find this helpful. Life can be hard at times and if you’re like me, you may tend to think that you can handle it all on your own. Maybe you’ve done such a good job of “managing for so long” having to do something different or talk to someone can feel uncomfortable. The idea of therapy, to me, felt like I had to admit that there was something wrong with me or that I’d be showing the world that I was broken or didn't have it all together… but when my health started to suffer, and I was anxious 24/7… I realized my body was trying to tell me something was wrong and I learned that there is no “good health” without mental health. Therapy was the answer for me, it helped me put down all of the heavy things that I was carrying that didn’t belong to me. While therapy can provide so much relief, finding a therapist can feel so daunting. BetterHelp, the sponsor of today’s video, has done so much to make finding a therapist and starting therapy so much easier! BetterHelp is the world's largest online therapy platform whose mission is making professional therapy accessible, affordable, and convenient — so anyone who struggles with life's challenges can get help. BetterHelp connects you with a licensed therapist who is trained to listen and give you helpful, unbiased advice. Over 4 million people have used BetterHelp to start living a healthier, happier life. If you’re struggling, please visit - https://betterhelp.com/notyourordinaryparts for 10% off your first month.

Dr. Robin DiAngelo is an Affiliate Associate Professor of Education at the University of Washington, she holds two Honorary Doctorates, and her primary area of research is in Whiteness Studies. Dr. DiAngelo has been leading courses and facilitating workshops on issues of racial and social justice for more than 25 years and as a public speaker she provides keynote presentations on whiteness, white fragility, race relations, and racial justice. Dr. DiAngelo is the author or coauthor of several books, including the number-one New York Times bestseller - White Fragility, a book about race relations in the United States. Dr DiAngelo coined the term “White Fragility” to describe what she views as any defensive response by a white person when their whiteness is highlighted or mentioned, or their racial worldview is challenged, whether this response is conscious or otherwise. Dr. DiAngelo believes that the journey to confronting racism head on and effectuating change is painful at times, but there’s nothing more growth enhancing and challenging on every possible level than this journey. Connect with Dr. DiAngelo: Website - www.robindiangelo.com Is there a guest you’d love to see on @notyourordinaryparts? Follow @notyourordinaryparts on Instagram and tag them. If this episode resonated with you follow @notyourordinaryparts on Instagram and interact with the host, guests, and other listeners. Like, subscribe, follow, and share with anyone you think would find this helpful. Life can be hard at times and if you’re like me, you may tend to think that you can handle it all on your own. Maybe you’ve done such a good job of “managing for so long” having to do something different or talk to someone can feel uncomfortable. The idea of therapy, to me, felt like I had to admit that there was something wrong with me or that I’d be showing the world that I was broken or didn't have it all together… but when my health started to suffer, and I was anxious 24/7… I realized my body was trying to tell me something was wrong and I learned that there is no “good health” without mental health. Therapy was the answer for me, it helped me put down all of the heavy things that I was carrying that didn’t belong to me. While therapy can provide so much relief, finding a therapist can feel so daunting. BetterHelp, the sponsor of today’s video, has done so much to make finding a therapist and starting therapy so much easier! BetterHelp is the world's largest online therapy platform whose mission is making professional therapy accessible, affordable, and convenient — so anyone who struggles with life's challenges can get help. BetterHelp connects you with a licensed therapist who is trained to listen and give you helpful, unbiased advice. Over 4 million people have used BetterHelp to start living a healthier, happier life. If you’re struggling, please visit - https://betterhelp.com/notyourordinaryparts for 10% off your first month.

Christopher Robbins is an entrepreneur, an innovator, a yoga instructor, a father, the founder of Soul Degree, and beloved husband of podcast host, author, and motivational speaker Mel Robbins. Professionally, Chris worked in the corporate world and as an entrepreneur, across Europe then America, in dozens of roles and responsibilities for 25+ years and realized most of that time was spent trying to prove his worth, hide his truth, or trying to be something or someone that he wasn’t. After hitting rock bottom and looking for purpose while trying to navigate his healing journey, Chris created Soul Degree, a coaching and personal development program for men that offers monthly meditations and runs restorative wilderness retreats aimed at giving men the opportunity to step out of their everyday lives and experience adventure, freedom, and inner growth. Soul Degree allowed Chris the opportunity to rediscover a sequestered source of joy — in slowing down and circling up with people in pursuit of deeper meaning in remote natural settings. Connect with Chris: Instagram - @the.chrisrobbins @souldegree Website - www.souldegree.com Is there a guest you’d love to see on @notyourordinaryparts? Follow @notyourordinaryparts on Instagram and tag them. If this episode resonated with you follow @notyourordinaryparts on Instagram and interact with the host, guests, and other listeners. Like, subscribe, follow, and share with anyone you think would find this helpful. Life can be hard at times and if you’re like me, you may tend to think that you can handle it all on your own. Maybe you’ve done such a good job of “managing for so long” having to do something different or talk to someone can feel uncomfortable. The idea of therapy, to me, felt like I had to admit that there was something wrong with me or that I’d be showing the world that I was broken or didn't have it all together… but when my health started to suffer, and I was anxious 24/7… I realized my body was trying to tell me something was wrong and I learned that there is no “good health” without mental health. Therapy was the answer for me, it helped me put down all of the heavy things that I was carrying that didn’t belong to me. While therapy can provide so much relief, finding a therapist can feel so daunting. BetterHelp, the sponsor of today’s video, has done so much to make finding a therapist and starting therapy so much easier! BetterHelp is the world's largest online therapy platform whose mission is making professional therapy accessible, affordable, and convenient — so anyone who struggles with life's challenges can get help. BetterHelp connects you with a licensed therapist who is trained to listen and give you helpful, unbiased advice. Over 4 million people have used BetterHelp to start living a healthier, happier life. If you’re struggling, please visit - https://betterhelp.com/notyourordinaryparts for 10% off your first month.

Renee Zavislak is psychotherapist whose style is warm, direct, and at times infused with humor. As an integrative therapist, Renee draws from different psychotherapy orientations which allows her to tailor therapy to her client’s needs and allows for a truly collaborative process. Renee’s belief is that successful therapy depends on a strong relationship between client and therapist, and so her number 1 priority is nurturing that bond by creating a safe and supportive environment that is flexible and client centered. Connect with Rene: Instagram - @psycho_therapist_renee Is there a guest you’d love to see on @notyourordinaryparts? Follow @notyourordinaryparts on Instagram and tag them. If this episode resonated with you follow @notyourordinaryparts on Instagram and interact with the host, guests, and other listeners. Like, subscribe, follow, and share with anyone you think would find this helpful. Life can be hard at times and if you’re like me, you may tend to think that you can handle it all on your own. Maybe you’ve done such a good job of “managing for so long” having to do something different or talk to someone can feel uncomfortable. The idea of therapy, to me, felt like I had to admit that there was something wrong with me or that I’d be showing the world that I was broken or didn't have it all together… but when my health started to suffer, and I was anxious 24/7… I realized my body was trying to tell me something was wrong and I learned that there is no “good health” without mental health. Therapy was the answer for me, it helped me put down all of the heavy things that I was carrying that didn’t belong to me. While therapy can provide so much relief, finding a therapist can feel so daunting. BetterHelp, the sponsor of today’s video, has done so much to make finding a therapist and starting therapy so much easier! BetterHelp is the world's largest online therapy platform whose mission is making professional therapy accessible, affordable, and convenient — so anyone who struggles with life's challenges can get help. BetterHelp connects you with a licensed therapist who is trained to listen and give you helpful, unbiased advice. Over 4 million people have used BetterHelp to start living a healthier, happier life. If you’re struggling, please visit - https://betterhelp.com/notyourordinaryparts for 10% off your first month.

Phil Treiber is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, a national certified counselor, a certified clinical anxiety treatment professional, a certified master’s level addictions professional, has a master’s in clinical mental health counseling, and is the founder of Dude, Breathe Counseling, a private group practice dedicated to addressing men’s mental health issues. Phil has devoted significant time and effort over the last three years to studying men’s psychology and his ultimate goal is to spread accurate information about men’s mental health struggles, break down stigmas, and encourage men to seek the help they need to overcome their challenges. Connect with Phil: Instagram - @dudebreathecounseling Website - www.dudebreathecounseling.com Linktree - https://linktr.ee/dudebreathe Is there a guest you’d love to see on @notyourordinaryparts? Follow @notyourordinaryparts on Instagram and tag them. If this episode resonated with you follow @notyourordinaryparts on Instagram and interact with the host, guests, and other listeners. Like, subscribe, follow, and share with anyone you think would find this helpful. Life can be hard at times and if you’re like me, you may tend to think that you can handle it all on your own. Maybe you’ve done such a good job of “managing for so long” having to do something different or talk to someone can feel uncomfortable. The idea of therapy, to me, felt like I had to admit that there was something wrong with me or that I’d be showing the world that I was broken or didn't have it all together… but when my health started to suffer, and I was anxious 24/7… I realized my body was trying to tell me something was wrong and I learned that there is no “good health” without mental health. Therapy was the answer for me, it helped me put down all of the heavy things that I was carrying that didn’t belong to me. While therapy can provide so much relief, finding a therapist can feel so daunting. BetterHelp, the sponsor of today’s video, has done so much to make finding a therapist and starting therapy so much easier! BetterHelp is the world's largest online therapy platform whose mission is making professional therapy accessible, affordable, and convenient — so anyone who struggles with life's challenges can get help. BetterHelp connects you with a licensed therapist who is trained to listen and give you helpful, unbiased advice. Over 4 million people have used BetterHelp to start living a healthier, happier life. If you’re struggling, please visit - https://betterhelp.com/notyourordinaryparts for 10% off your first month.

Dr. Erin Newins is a child psychologist who primarily works with children, teens, young adults, and parents. Dr. Newins specialties in anxiety disorders and providing neuropsychological assessment and her main focus is on diagnosing and treating mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders. Dr. Newins received her bachelor’s degree from Gonzaga University and her doctorate from Seattle Pacific University She’s trained at several teaching hospitals including Seattle Children's Hospital and Dell Children's Medical Center. Dr. Erin uses science-backed treatment modalities to provide her patients with the best, most efficient care possible and her goal is to give her clients tools to live life while feeling confident in their ability to handle any problem that arises. Connect with Dr. Erin: Instagram - @drerin_phd Website - https://www.pediatrictreatmentgroup.com Is there a guest you’d love to see on @notyourordinaryparts? Follow @notyourordinaryparts on Instagram and tag them. If this episode resonated with you follow @notyourordinaryparts on Instagram and interact with the host, guests, and other listeners. Like, subscribe, follow, and share with anyone you think would find this helpful. Life can be hard at times and if you’re like me, you may tend to think that you can handle it all on your own. Maybe you’ve done such a good job of “managing for so long” having to do something different or talk to someone can feel uncomfortable. The idea of therapy, to me, felt like I had to admit that there was something wrong with me or that I’d be showing the world that I was broken or didn't have it all together… but when my health started to suffer, and I was anxious 24/7… I realized my body was trying to tell me something was wrong and I learned that there is no “good health” without mental health. Therapy was the answer for me, it helped me put down all of the heavy things that I was carrying that didn’t belong to me. While therapy can provide so much relief, finding a therapist can feel so daunting. BetterHelp, the sponsor of today’s video, has done so much to make finding a therapist and starting therapy so much easier! BetterHelp is the world's largest online therapy platform whose mission is making professional therapy accessible, affordable, and convenient — so anyone who struggles with life's challenges can get help. BetterHelp connects you with a licensed therapist who is trained to listen and give you helpful, unbiased advice. Over 4 million people have used BetterHelp to start living a healthier, happier life. If you’re struggling, please visit - https://betterhelp.com/notyourordinaryparts for 10% off your first month.

Shawn McBride is a licensed professional counselor who has served couples full time for 21 years. Shawn specializes in serving couples who are dating, engaged, married, and men & women who are seeking individual counseling apart from their relationship. Shawn holds a masters degree, has written 22 books, he's officiated over 300 weddings, and has worked with thousands of couples through dating, marital, and relational issues. Shawn has helped individuals and couples work through every possible relationship problem imaginable, and he believes that every couple, no matter what issues they may be currently facing, has HOPE and that every relationship has the potential of improving over time when there is a commitment to put in the necessary work. Connect with Shawn: Instagram - @couples_counseling_center Website - www.couplescounselingcenter.org Is there a guest you’d love to see on @notyourordinaryparts? Follow @notyourordinaryparts on Instagram and tag them. If this episode resonated with you follow @notyourordinaryparts on Instagram and interact with the host, guests, and other listeners. Like, subscribe, follow, and share with anyone you think would find this helpful. Life can be hard at times and if you’re like me, you may tend to think that you can handle it all on your own. Maybe you’ve done such a good job of “managing for so long” having to do something different or talk to someone can feel uncomfortable. The idea of therapy, to me, felt like I had to admit that there was something wrong with me or that I’d be showing the world that I was broken or didn't have it all together… but when my health started to suffer, and I was anxious 24/7… I realized my body was trying to tell me something was wrong and I learned that there is no “good health” without mental health. Therapy was the answer for me, it helped me put down all of the heavy things that I was carrying that didn’t belong to me. While therapy can provide so much relief, finding a therapist can feel so daunting. BetterHelp, the sponsor of today’s video, has done so much to make finding a therapist and starting therapy so much easier! BetterHelp is the world's largest online therapy platform whose mission is making professional therapy accessible, affordable, and convenient — so anyone who struggles with life's challenges can get help. BetterHelp connects you with a licensed therapist who is trained to listen and give you helpful, unbiased advice. Over 4 million people have used BetterHelp to start living a healthier, happier life. If you’re struggling, please visit - https://betterhelp.com/notyourordinaryparts for 10% off your first month.

Rachel Forbes is a licensed therapist, she holds a master’s degree in clinical social work, and through her practice she offers a unique lens to therapeutic work and adoption advocacy. Rachel’s approach is holistic and incorporates a meditative and mind-body experience, that allows her clients to get to know the feelings they carry in their bodies. Rachel specializes in attachment trauma and adoption, helping adoptees and adoptive families understand and care for the many layers that exist within the adoption experience. Rachel’s practice is founded upon the belief that we are all human – meaning that it is natural to feel a multitude of emotions that are both unique individually, as well as interconnected with our relationships with others. Connect with Rachel: Instagram - @rachelforbes.lcsw Website - www.forbespsychotherapy.com Is there a guest you’d love to see on @notyourordinaryparts? Follow @notyourordinaryparts on Instagram and tag them. If this episode resonated with you follow @notyourordinaryparts on Instagram and interact with the host, guests, and other listeners. Like, subscribe, follow, and share with anyone you think would find this helpful. Life can be hard at times and if you’re like me, you may tend to think that you can handle it all on your own. Maybe you’ve done such a good job of “managing for so long” having to do something different or talk to someone can feel uncomfortable. The idea of therapy, to me, felt like I had to admit that there was something wrong with me or that I’d be showing the world that I was broken or didn't have it all together… but when my health started to suffer, and I was anxious 24/7… I realized my body was trying to tell me something was wrong and I learned that there is no “good health” without mental health. Therapy was the answer for me, it helped me put down all of the heavy things that I was carrying that didn’t belong to me. While therapy can provide so much relief, finding a therapist can feel so daunting. BetterHelp, the sponsor of today’s video, has done so much to make finding a therapist and starting therapy so much easier! BetterHelp is the world's largest online therapy platform whose mission is making professional therapy accessible, affordable, and convenient — so anyone who struggles with life's challenges can get help. BetterHelp connects you with a licensed therapist who is trained to listen and give you helpful, unbiased advice. Over 4 million people have used BetterHelp to start living a healthier, happier life. If you’re struggling, please visit - https://betterhelp.com/notyourordinaryparts for 10% off your first month.

Dr. Delvena Thomas is a nationally recognized mental health consultant, a physician, a scientist, a soldier, a mother, and a pioneer in the development of evidence-based prevention and treatment strategies. Dr. Thomas earned her undergraduate degree at Notre Dame of Maryland University, master’s in public health at Morgan State University, medical training at the University of Maryland Medical Systems, medical degree from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, and she completed her residency at the University of Maryland and Sheppard Enoch Pratt Psychiatry Program. Dr. Thomas holds key leadership roles with local and national congressional and community leaders, is a consulting psychiatrist for the National Football League, and she developed the Healing Heroes Mental Wellness Program, where she teaches police officers techniques to handle the stress, anxiety, depression, and other pressures that come with these critical and challenging roles in community service. Dr. Thomas is a tireless advocate working hard to end the stigma of mental illness, educate the public about the brain, and strengthen individuals, families, communities, and workplaces throughout the country. Connect with Dr. Thomas: Instagram - @drdelvena Website - www.drdelvenahelp.com LinkTree - https://linktr.ee/DrDelvena Is there a guest you’d love to see on @notyourordinaryparts? Follow @notyourordinaryparts on Instagram and tag them. If this episode resonated with you follow @notyourordinaryparts on Instagram and interact with the host, guests, and other listeners. Like, subscribe, follow, and share with anyone you think would find this helpful. Life can be hard at times and if you’re like me, you may tend to think that you can handle it all on your own. Maybe you’ve done such a good job of “managing for so long” having to do something different or talk to someone can feel uncomfortable. The idea of therapy, to me, felt like I had to admit that there was something wrong with me or that I’d be showing the world that I was broken or didn't have it all together… but when my health started to suffer, and I was anxious 24/7… I realized my body was trying to tell me something was wrong and I learned that there is no “good health” without mental health. Therapy was the answer for me, it helped me put down all of the heavy things that I was carrying that didn’t belong to me. While therapy can provide so much relief, finding a therapist can feel so daunting. BetterHelp, the sponsor of today’s video, has done so much to make finding a therapist and starting therapy so much easier! BetterHelp is the world's largest online therapy platform whose mission is making professional therapy accessible, affordable, and convenient — so anyone who struggles with life's challenges can get help. BetterHelp connects you with a licensed therapist who is trained to listen and give you helpful, unbiased advice. Over 4 million people have used BetterHelp to start living a healthier, happier life. If you’re struggling, please visit - https://betterhelp.com/notyourordinaryparts for 10% off your first month.

Dr. Greer Kirshenbaum holds a PhD, is an Author, she’s a Neuroscientist, a Doula, an Infant and Family Sleep Specialist, and a mother. For more than 15 years she’s studied how genetics and experience shape the brain, nervous system, and body to influence lifelong mental and physical health. Dr. Kirshenbaum trained at the University of Toronto, Columbia University, New York University, and Yale University. She’s combined her academic training with her experience as a doula and mother to lead The Nurture Revolution; a movement to nurture our babies’ brains to revolutionize mental health and impact larger systems in our world. Her book, “The Nurture Revolution: Grow Your Baby’s Brain and Transform Their Mental Health Through the Art of Nurtured Parenting” – shows how parents can best set their children up for success and makes plain that nurture is a preventative medicine against mental health issues. Dr. Kirshenbaum wants families and (perry-naytal) perinatal practitioners to understand how early caregiving experience can boost mental wellness and diminish depression, anxiety, and addiction in adulthood by shaping babies’ brains through simple intuitive enriching experiences in pregnancy, birth, and infancy. Connect with Dr. Kirshenbaum: Instagram - @nurture_neuroscience_parenting LinkTree - https://linktr.ee/NurtureNeuroscience Is there a guest you’d love to see on @notyourordinaryparts? Follow @notyourordinaryparts on Instagram and tag them. If this episode resonated with you follow @notyourordinaryparts on Instagram and interact with the host, guests, and other listeners. Like, subscribe, follow, and share with anyone you think would find this helpful. Life can be hard at times and if you’re like me, you may tend to think that you can handle it all on your own. Maybe you’ve done such a good job of “managing for so long” having to do something different or talk to someone can feel uncomfortable. The idea of therapy, to me, felt like I had to admit that there was something wrong with me or that I’d be showing the world that I was broken or didn't have it all together… but when my health started to suffer, and I was anxious 24/7… I realized my body was trying to tell me something was wrong and I learned that there is no “good health” without mental health. Therapy was the answer for me, it helped me put down all of the heavy things that I was carrying that didn’t belong to me. While therapy can provide so much relief, finding a therapist can feel so daunting. BetterHelp, the sponsor of today’s video, has done so much to make finding a therapist and starting therapy so much easier! BetterHelp is the world's largest online therapy platform whose mission is making professional therapy accessible, affordable, and convenient — so anyone who struggles with life's challenges can get help. BetterHelp connects you with a licensed therapist who is trained to listen and give you helpful, unbiased advice. Over 4 million people have used BetterHelp to start living a healthier, happier life. If you’re struggling, please visit - https://betterhelp.com/notyourordinaryparts for 10% off your first month.