In today's episode I am joined by an amazing woman named Sara who shares her profound healing story with us. Sara lived with debilitating pelvic pain for over two years, and she finally found her healing path through mind body medicine. She walks us through every step of her process and shares the main tools she used and things she did to achieve a…

In today's episode I am joined by Dr. Lyndsey Harper an OB-Gyn based in Dallas, Texas, a mother of three, and the founder and CEO of Rosy, an incredible sexual wellness-focused app and media platform that offers members a customized and dynamic mix of individual and group intimacy coaching, audio and written erotica, educational videos, supportive …

I am so excited to have Nicole Sachs back on the podcast this week to answer all of your mind-body healing related questions! Some of the questions she answers include what TMS and mind body medicine is, how personality type plays a role in TMS symptoms, how mind body medicine works to heal pelvic pain conditions, if Endometriosis pain can be resol…

In this episode I am joined by Melanie Carminati, the founder of Inspira Physical Therapy. Inspira Physical Therapy specializes in Advanced Orthopedics, Pelvic Floor, Dance Physical Therapy, TMJ Dysfunction, Osteopathic & Holistic Treatments such as Craniosacral therapy, Visceral Manipulation and Pilates Rehabilitation. We discuss the holistic appr…

In this episode I am joined by a 24 year-old Muslim woman who shares her incredible story about how she healed her pelvic pain. She discusses the many treatment methods she tried, including both eastern and western modalities, in addition to the therapeutic effects that mind-body healing modalities hard for her, all of which she reflects on through…

Mindy Pickard, my favorite acupuncturist, is back on The V Hive, and this time we cover many important topics such as how she has seen the pandemic effect her patients on an emotional, physical and spiritual level, the magic to her relatively painless needling technique, her ancient clearing dragon's acupuncture treatment, and many tips and tricks …

Welcome back and Happy New Year! I hope everyone is staying healthy and safe : ) In this episode I am joined by Dr. Peter Castillo, an incredible Urogynecologist based in Los Gatos, California. We discuss all sexual wellness related topics including conditions such as vulvoyndia, vestibulodynia, lichens sclerosis, pelvic organ prolapse, childbirth …

In this episode I am joined by Dr. Jessica Shepherd, OBGYN, a board certified OB-GYN and founder and CEO of Sanctum Med + Wellness, a wellness concierge practice based in Dallas Texas. In this episode we focus on the conversation of Herpes - a common STI that has tremendous stigma and shame attached to it. Dr. Shepherd explains to us everything we …

In this episode I am joined by Dr. Nicole Williams, OBGYN, an Author & the Founder of the Gynecology Institute of Chicago. Dr. Williams answers so many questions about the vagina and debunks many common myths as well. Some of the topics we discuss include insecurities surrounding our vagina, how we can keep our vagina healthy and happy, the relatio…

In this episode I am joined by Rachel Katzman, the co-founder of P.volve, and Amy Hoover, a pelvic health PT on P.Volve's clinical advisory board. This is an eye opening episode where we discuss everything related to women's health, hormones and pelvic floor, and how the workouts you do throughout the month can have a great impact on all of these a…

In this episode I am joined by Suzie Devine, a registered women's health and fertility nurse and the founder of Binto, a women’s healthcare company that creates personalized supplement packets and provides access to licensed health experts, designed to support your unique health needs from the period years to menopause. They source their raw materi…

In this episode I am joined by Marion Cunningham and Kent Bassett, the producers of the Film, This Might Hurt. This Might Hurt is a documentary that offers solutions to cure chronic pain. The film follows three chronic pain patients who have spent years searching for answers. Desperate for relief, they enter a new medical program — run by Dr. Howar…

In this episode I am joined by Leanna Joan, the creator and host of Hello & Goodbye, a podcast about the realities of modern-day dating, the courage of vulnerability and the commitment to unapologetic authenticity. After her divorce in 2016, Leanna dove deep into her anxious attachment style in order to become the healthiest version of herself so t…

Today’s episode is with Nina Boyce, a Certified Fertility Awareness Educator, Hormone Coach, and Reiki Practitioner. She also has an amazing podcast, called the healing hormones podcast, which I definitely recommend checking out. This episode is full of such important information, Nina shares with us everything you need to know about hormones, birt…

In this episode I am joined by Rochelle Stern, the founder of West Coast Mint, a high quality D-Mannose supplement line created for bladder support and wellness. Rochelle shares her own journey with healing chronic UTI's and Interstitial Cystitis, and how her experiences led her to launch this company and partner with some of the other top suppleme…

In this episode I am joined by Dr. Jill Blakeway, a Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine, a licensed and board-certified acupuncturist, and a clinical herbalist. Jill founded the Yinova Center in 1999 and currently acts as Clinic Director alongside her husband, Noah Rubinstein. As a practitioner, she is known for her intuitive approach to Chi…

In this episode I am joined by Dr. Zenovia, an Internationally distinguished board-certified Dermatologist and hormonal skin expert. She is committed to researching and developing innovative methods to combat leading skin issues from a 360 holistic perspective, including hormonal balance for healthier skin at every stage of life. Dr. Zenovia is the…

Today's episode is with a dear friend of mine and the most incredible Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, Lauren Koffler. Lauren is based in New York City and has extensive experience counseling adults with health concerns ranging from eating disorders, to hypertension, diabetes and much more. Her background is in clinical nutrition, and her counsel…

On this episode I am joined by Dr. Shahin Ghadir, a founding partner of the Southern California Reproductive Center. He is board-certified in both Obstetrics and Gynecology as well as Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility. In this episode we discuss fertility, IVF, egg freezing and myths about conception. Contact Dr. Ghadir: instagram: @drshah…

In this episode I am joined by Tinamarie Clark, a mother, model, author, and creator of the Shift Stirrer Method. By guiding women through the method, she facilitates breakthroughs for those who want to shift their perception and move through life with greater ease. Contact Tinamarie: instagram: @tinamarieclark website: www.shiftstirrer.com _______…

In this episode I am joined by Charlotte LaGuardia, a board certified clinical nutritionist based in Southampton, NY. She is a member of the American College of Nutrition. Her practice, Thrive East, was created out of her passion for real food, nutrition science, and the belief that all people should have access to individualized nutrition. Her app…

In this episode I am joined by Amanda Fisher, a Doctor of Physical therapy and the owner of Empower Your Pelvis, a pelvic floor physical therapy clinic in Kansas City, Missouri. She is also the owner of many pelvic floor issues herself and loves brining awareness to pelvic health. She enjoys educating people about pelvic health and helping them rea…

This week's guest is Kristyn Hodgdon. Kristyn is the Founder of The Fertility Tribe, a lifestyle brand redefining fertility, and empowering womxn with inspiring stories, a community of support, and expert resources to guide them on their unique journeys to motherhood. The Fertility Tribe has been featured on The Today Show, Today Parents, Motherly,…

This week I am joined by my dear friend, Lu Lu Padmore, the founder of the instagram account @thepelvicwarrior. She is the most beautiful soul, inside and out, and such a source of inspiration. She shares her 13+ year healing journey with pelvic pain and how she has learned to embrace the highs and lows of healing and to live in a state of self lov…

The episode is with Dr. Peter Castillo, a dual board certified Urogynecologist based in Los Gatos, California. He provides SO much insight and education into chronic UTI's, bladder health, and identifying and treating the root cause. This episode was eye opening for me and I deeply believe it will be for you as well. Contact Dr. Castillo website - …

The episode is with Lindsey Roberts, the founder of "Break Free From Chronic Pain", a virtual summit with a wide variety of incredible practitioners and speakers. Lindsey shares with us how she overcame a long battle with chronic migraines, which eventually led her to starting this summit so that she could help others heal as well. You can check ou…

In this episode I am joined by Dan Buglio, a chronic pain coach who specializes in TMS and mind body medicine. We discuss SO many important, and truly life changing things, such as how you can teach your brain that you are safe, giving yourself permission to feel, to have emotions, and to be human, how to talk about your pain with others, how to be…

This week's guest is Trish Barillas, a life coach, author and creator of positive change. Her specialties are anxiety, break ups, and job advancements. She is also the author of A face of anxiety, a book that began on instagram and is now published. Some of the conversations we have in this episode include eliminating shame surrounding anxiety, get…

This week's guest is Bojana Novakovic, a Yugoslavian born actress, currently living in New York. Bojona shares her 20+ year journey with endometriosis and chronic pain, and what it took to get to a place in her life where she is now fully thriving and living pain free. Bojona talks about shame, self-love, acceptance, mental health, relationships, s…

This week's guest is Tom Smith, the Co-Founder and CEO of Dadi, a male fertility services company. Tom discusses everything from why he started Dadi, to astounding statistics regarding male infertility (male fertility factor), and why both women and men need to be more education on this topic when it comes to family planning. Tom also gives great a…

AHHH!!! I can't believe this is the 100th episode!!! Thank you all so much for listening to The V Hive, supporting this content and sharing it with your friends, family, co-workers, colleagues and more. I'm eternally grateful and so beyond excited to share this episode with you. It begins with a short solo segment, where I discuss several important…

This week's guest is Robyn McLean, the co-founder of The Hello Cup, The world’s most comfortable and high quality menstrual cup. We discuss all things period health, equity and sustainability. ________ Contact Robyn: website - us.hellocup.com email - hello@thehellocup.com instagram - @thehellocup ________ If you want to get in touch with The V Hive…

This week's guest is Sophia Wallace, an American conceptual artist and photographer. She’s best known for her project "CLITERACY," which addresses citizenship and body sovereignty through the medium of text-based objects, unauthorized street installation, performance and sculptural forms. In this episode, Sophia shares SO much insight and wisdom in…

This week's guest is Dr. Justine Roper PT, DPT. She is a certified women’s pelvic specialist & pelvic floor therapist. She has dedicated her life to offering innovative ways to heal her patients’ bodies of pain and other dysfunction through alternative methods. From sexual dysfunction to pelvic pain, many of her patients are impacted by both physic…

This week's guest is Dr. Michael Krychman, a doctor of sexual medicine, a board certified obstetrician and gynecologist, and a clinical sexual counselor and author. Dr Krychman has devoted his career to helping patients and their partners overcome sexual health challenges and experience a higher quality of physical intimacy. Dr. Krychman is also a …

This week's guest is Iman Hariri-kia, the Sex & Relationship Editor at Bustle, where she covers topics related to sex, relationships, identity, adolescence, and much more. In this episode, Iman helps us understand how we can get comfortable using our own voices to break taboos and eradicate stigmas surrounding sexual health. She gives us tangible a…

This weeks guests Dr. Howard Schubiner, the founder and director of the Mind-Body Medicine Center at Ascension Providence Hospital in Southfield, MI. He is also a clinical professor of medicine at the Michigan State University College of Human Medicine. Trained under Dr. John Sarno, Dr. Schubiner developed an innovative and effective program to hel…

This week's guest is Ian Kerner, a licensed psychotherapist and nationally recognized sexuality counselor who specializes in sex therapy, couples therapy and working with individuals on a range of relational issues. Ian is a New York times best selling author and frequently lectures on topics related to sex and relationships. Ian is quoted by Esthe…

This week's guest is Gabby Bernstein! Gabby is a motivational Speaker and New York Times best selling author. In this episode she discusses her fertility journey, her hypnobirthing experience, the difficulties she went through with postpartum anxiety and depression and having TMS (and curing It), through the work of Dr. John Sarno and Nicole Sachs.…

This weeks guest is a Hanna Dylan, a Sacred Sexuality Coach. Hanna helps men and women have sexy, juicy and healthy relationships by helping them clear sexual shame, and heal from their past. In this episode we discuss all things self love, self pleasure, breaking free from your past, stepping into your power, speaking from your heart, and so much …

This week's guest is a Mariya Taher, the US Executive director and co-founder of Sahiyo, an internationally recognized, award-winning organization, to empower Asian communities to end female genital cutting ( FGC). Mariya has worked in the anti-gender violence field for over a decade including working on the issue of domestic violence within a numb…

This week's guest is a beautiful woman from Australlia who shares her healing journey with us and the large role that mind-body medicine played in it. From 10 out of 10 pain levels to becoming 95% better, her story is inspiring, inspirational and uplifting. Taylahs Recommended Resources: 1) The Mind and Fitness Podcast by Eddy Lindenstein ________ …

This week's guest is Alisa Vitti, a functional nutritionist and women’s hormone expert. She’s the founder of the modern hormone health care company, FLO living, the best selling author of the book WomanCode and her new book in the FLO, and she is the creator of The Cycle Syncing Method. She also built the MyFlo period app, which is the top paid per…

This week's guest is Allyn Rose. As a 24-year-old Miss USA and Miss America contestant, Allyn made headlines across the globe with her controversial decision to become a “previvor” by choosing to undergo a prophylactic double mastectomy after losing her mother, grandmother and great aunt to breast cancer. As a result of her advocacy efforts, she wa…

This week's guest is Ti Chang, an industrial designer and the co-founder and VP of design at Crave. Crave is a company that creates elegant, sophisticated and thoughtfully designed sex toys for women, with the goal of making buying and using sex toys an elevated experience, one that leads to fulfilled desires, sensual satisfaction, and thoughtful c…

This weeks' guest is MaryEllen Reider, the founder of Yarlap, an award-winning Kegel Exercise Device. Yarlap is an FDA cleared product that you can use in the comfort of your own home to safely and effectively tone your pelvic floor muscles which can help with several things such as urinary incontinence and sexual performance. Yarlap has been featu…

This week's guest is Carolyn Witte, the CEO of Tia. Tia is a “one-stop-shop for female health” with integrated gynecology, primary care, behavioral health, acupuncture and more, all under one roof and one health record. They offer healthcare that works with your insurance both virtually and in person at their New York City flatiron location. Caroly…

Dr. Alyssa Dweck is a practicing gynecologist in Westchester County, NY and “Top Doctor” in New York Magazine and Westchester Magazine. She is adjunct assistant professor at New York Medical College and Massachusetts General Hospital Consultant (Vincent’s Memorial Ob/Gyn Service. Alyssa is the co-author of V is for Vagina, The Complete A to Z for y…

This week's guest is Dr. Anna Cabeca, a Triple-Board Certified OB-GYN who specializes in hormones and menopause, helping women physically, emotionally and sexually when they are going through hormonal challenges. Dr. Cabeca has published two best selling books: The Hormone Fix and Keto Green 16 and has spent years developing and perfecting life cha…

On this week's episode I am joined by an amazing woman named Kitty Pert. She walks us through her journey with pelvic pain, Vulvodynia, Interstitial Cystitis, Endometriosis, Adenomyosis, Fibromyalgia and more, and how she healed, completely, through the work of Nicole Sachs & mindy-body medicine. After 10 years of bed-written pain, surgeries, docto…