Trust & Thrive

Traci Medeiros-Bagan (She/They) has a BA in Critical Gender Studies with a focus in Sexuality from UC San Diego and an MA in Counseling Psychology from Argosy University. They have been in private practice for 10-years specializing in work with QTPOC, Kink, Non-Monogamous, and Sex Worker Communities.They are the Co-Founder and Co-Director of Gather and Grow OC, a group practice specializing in affirming and integrative wellness. Traci sits on the board for the QTAP (Queer and Trans Affirming Provider) Certification Program, in addition to being a mentor and faculty member for the organization. They are also an advisory board member for the upcoming KinkedIn dating application.In this episode, we discuss gender exploration, creating a safe space for others to explore their identity, self-disclosure, the importance of pronouns, and more. FOLLOW TRACI:INSTA: @compassionaterevoltWEBSITE: www.compassionaterevolt.comSTAY CONNECTED:INSTA: @trustandthriveTIKOK:@trustandthriveTWITTER: @trustandthriveFACEBOOK: bit.ly/FBtaramontWEBSITE: www.tara-mont.comEMAIL: trustandthrive@gmail.com

Johanna Montenegro is a Licensed Professional Counselor specializing in working with women who have experienced relational trauma from childhood wounding, partners of sex addicts, partner betrayal trauma, narcissistic abuse, sexual abuse recovery, and toxic relationships.She owns a solo therapy private practice in the Texas Hill Country and has recently opened up a yoga and mental wellness studio both to address trauma, healing and growth from a holistic mind-body approach. In this episode, we explore the topics of relational trauma, unlearning certain relationship beliefs, family dynamics, breaking dysfunctional patterns, and more.FOLLOW JOHANNA:INSTA: @wholelifehealing_WEBSITE: www.wholelifehealingtherapies.comSTAY CONNECTED:INSTA: @trustandthriveTIKOK:@trustandthriveTWITTER: @trustandthriveFACEBOOK: bit.ly/FBtaramontWEBSITE: www.tara-mont.comEMAIL: trustandthrive@gmail.com

Joy Mukiri is a Trauma-Informed Life & Success Coach practicing holistic healing & transformation. She uses emotional & energetic healing, deep subconscious reprogramming, science-based modalities, Spirituality, and her educational background in science and leadership to empower and transform women's lives around the world. Joy Mukiri Coaching & Consulting is a heart-centered practice that empowers women childhood trauma survivors to lead shame-free and joyful lives in alignment with who they really are. Her mission is to teach, heal and impact the lives of women around the world, empowering them to unapologetically step into their power and use their voice to live out their Vision. Joy's journey has allowed her to step fully into her purpose unapologetically.Her passion stems from understanding how much childhood  trauma steals from our identity as women. As a Kenyan-American immigrant, survivor, veteran, and woman of color, she understands how the different aspects of trauma keep you bound in thoughts, patterns, decisions, and behaviors repeating familiar cycles. She learned to fall in love with herself, heal and transform radically. Now she gets to help women of color see a different vision for themselves and alchemize their pain into power.In this episode, we touch on the topics of healing, speaking up as a woman of color, forgiveness being each person's choice, validating one's emotions, and more.FOLLOW JOY:INSTA: @thejoymukiriWEBSITE: https://joymukiricoaching.mykajabi.com/blogSTAY CONNECTED:INSTA: @trustandthriveTIKOK:@trustandthriveTWITTER: @trustandthriveFACEBOOK: bit.ly/FBtaramontWEBSITE: www.tara-mont.comEMAIL: trustandthrive@gmail.com

Hi everyone! In this short episode, I share updates on why there was not an episode last week and how we're moving forward with the show. There's a lot of great conversations to come! I know it's been a while since an episode has been posted. Due to some technical and personal issues (exciting stuff!), I have decided to post the first guest episode in February. Therefore, January will be a "reset" month for Trust & Thrive - stay tuned for the first guest episode of the year, which will be released Thursday, February 3rd. :)STAY CONNECTED:INSTA: @trustandthriveTIKOK:@trustandthriveTWITTER: @trustandthriveFACEBOOK: bit.ly/FBtaramontWEBSITE: www.tara-mont.comEMAIL: trustandthrive@gmail.com

Happy New Year! In this solo episode, I share my thoughts on new year's resolutions, this last holiday season, and how I plan to embrace uncertainty in the new year.  Make sure to subscribe and stay tuned for new episodes to come! STAY CONNECTED: INSTA: @trustandthriveTIKOK:@trustandthriveTWITTER: @trustandthriveFACEBOOK: bit.ly/FBtaramontWEBSITE: www.tara-mont.comEMAIL: trustandthrive@gmail.com

I hope you enjoy the last episode of 2021 and the 150th episode of the show! Thank you for being a part of the Trust & Thrive journey. Here's to another 150 episodes and more!In this episode, I share my favorite clips from some of this year's episodes - on the topics of boundaries, relationships, healing, breaking cycles, and more. Hope you enjoy and have a great rest of your year. We will be back in 2022 with new and insightful conversations to share!GUESTS:Amanda E. White - @therapyforwomenStevon Lewis - @stevonlewismftJayson Gaddis - @jaysongaddisMichelle Goodloe - @thegmichelleDr. Sarah Webb - @colorismhealingEsther Boykin - @estherbmft Leesa Renee Hall - @leesareneehallJosie Rosario - @josierosarionycChris Grant - @theqtherapistSarah Casper - @comprehensiveconsent Amber Benziger - @amber_vs_anxietyJustin Martin - @partsofmetherapy Valeska Coski - @renew.thru.therapy Gloria Zhang - @bygloriazhang Katrina Leggins - @knicolewriting Aaren Snyder - @thementalhealthmatters Dr. Daryl Johnson - @dr.daryljohnson Dr. Jenny Wang - @asiansformentalhealth  STAY CONNECTED:INSTA: @trustandthriveTIKOK:@trustandthriveTWITTER: @trustandthriveFACEBOOK: bit.ly/FBtaramontWEBSITE: www.tara-mont.comEMAIL: trustandthrive@gmail.com

In this week's solo episode, I discuss the importance of emotional check-ins and prioritizing self-care, especially during the holidays.  I also discuss the value in setting boundaries and checking in with ourselves and our emotional capacity, as we may see more people around this time of year. I've definitely been feeling overwhelmed and have made sure to honor my needs and limits. STAY CONNECTED:INSTA: @trustandthriveTIKOK:@trustandthriveTWITTER: @trustandthriveFACEBOOK: bit.ly/FBtaramontWEBSITE: www.tara-mont.comEMAIL: trustandthrive@gmail.com

Dr. Jenny Wang, a clinical psychologist, discusses destigmatizing mental health in Asian communities, breaking cycles of shame, setting boundaries with family, and embracing authenticity and self-compassion. She also talks about her upcoming book on reclaiming mental health in the Asian-American community.

Dr. Daryl Johnson, affectionately known as your favorite couples therapist, is a psychologist in the Washington, DC area. Dr. Daryl helps her clients break through the obstacles that seem to be holding them back in their relationships. She specializes in guiding singles and couples toward healthy fulfilling relationships.  She has been cited by Cosmopolitan as one of the 21 relationship experts to follow. Dr. Daryl is a  published researcher and has been a contributor for Marriage.com and Digital Romance. She has been featured in major publications such as RedBook Magazine, Brides magazine, Popsugar, Bustle, and Hello Giggle.  In this episode, we explore common relationship struggles, repeating relationship patterns, boundaries in relationships, relationship comparison, benefits of couples therapy, and the importance of self-awareness and accountability in relationships. We also debunk some relationship myths, including the one about "not going to bed angry."FOLLOW DR. DARYL: INSTA: @dr.daryljohnson WEBSITE: www.drdaryljohnson.com STAY CONNECTED: INSTA: @trustandthriveTIKOK:@trustandthriveTWITTER: @trustandthriveFACEBOOK: bit.ly/FBtaramontWEBSITE: www.tara-mont.comEMAIL: trustandthrive@gmail.com

In this episode, I share my personal experience and thoughts on holiday stress, along with how I plan to check in with myself throughout the holiday season.I also discuss anxiety that may come with the holiday season, the importance of setting boundaries, taking time to recharge, unrealistic expectations, financial stress, social media comparison, and the importance of embracing our emotions.STAY CONNECTED:INSTA: @trustandthriveTIKOK:@trustandthriveTWITTER: @trustandthriveFACEBOOK: bit.ly/FBtaramontWEBSITE: www.tara-mont.comEMAIL: trustandthrive@gmail.com