Show Notes: In this powerful episode of Healing Doesn’t Have to Be Heavy, host Angie Berrett, welcomes Jacqueline Kane. Together, they explore the deep connection between emotional trauma, chronic pain, autoimmune disorders, and the body’s energy system. Jacqueline shares how childhood trauma, nervous system dysregulation, and long-held beliefs become stored in the body, often showing up later as fibromyalgia, low back pain, neck tension, autoimmune symptoms, and burnout. She explains w...
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Show Notes: In this powerful episode of Healing Doesn’t Have to Be Heavy, host Angie Berrett, welcomes Jacqueline Kane. Together, they explore the deep connection between emotional trauma, chronic pain, autoimmune disorders, and the body’s energy system. Jacqueline shares how childhood trauma, nervous system dysregulation, and long-held beliefs become stored in the body, often showing up later as fibromyalgia, low back pain, neck tension, autoimmune symptoms, and burnout. She explains w...
Show Notes: In this powerful episode of Healing Doesn’t Have to Be Heavy, host Angie Berrett, welcomes Jacqueline Kane. Together, they explore the deep connection between emotional trauma, chronic pain, autoimmune disorders, and the body’s energy system. Jacqueline shares how childhood trauma, nervous system dysregulation, and long-held beliefs become stored in the body, often showing up later as fibromyalgia, low back pain, neck tension, autoimmune symptoms, and burnout. She explains w...
Show Notes: Host Angie Berrett sits down with Laura Bonetzky-Gaffney, a multi-generational healer, intuitive, and survivor whose story sheds light on the intersection of trauma, justice, and resilience. Laura opens up about her journey through domestic violence, court-sanctioned abuse, and a decades-long fight to reclaim her freedom after enduring corruption within the family court system. From being silenced in marriage to finding her voice as an advocate and author, Laura shares what it mea...
Show Notes: In this hilarious episode, Angie Berrett sits down with comedian and storyteller Natasha Samreny to explore how humor can become a surprising tool for healing trauma and reclaiming joy. From ex-Mormon roots and cultural identity to setting healthy boundaries and finding your voice, Natasha shares her deeply human approach to using comedy as both creative expression and self-discovery. Together, Angie and Natasha unpack the intersection of trauma, humor, and authenticity — and how ...
Show Notes: In this deeply moving episode of Healing Doesn’t Have to Be Heavy, host Angie Berrett sits down with Shelly Edwards Jorgensen—survivor, speaker, author of Beautiful Ashes, and advocate for trauma recovery. Shelly shares the profound and nearly unimaginable trauma she endured throughout her childhood and teenage years, including domestic violence, sexual abuse, and the murder of her mother at the hands of her father. Despite living what looked like a “successful” life on the outsid...
Show Notes: Host Angie Berrett welcomes Christella Ilunga for an insightful discussion on the process of healing from trauma, with a focus on childhood experiences and the significance of healthy boundaries. Together, they examine the role of community support, effective coping strategies, and the journey of personal growth and self-awareness. The conversation underscores the importance of creating safe, supportive environments where individuals can share their experiences and find empowermen...
Show Notes: In this episode, host Angie Berrett sits down with Mindy Schreger, a transformational coach who blends creativity, psychology, and spirituality to guide people toward deep personal healing. Mindy shares how play, shadow work, family constellations, and color can become powerful tools for transformation and self-awareness. She explores the concept of our “inner teams”—the different parts of ourselves that shape our thoughts and behaviors—and how embracing them with curiosity can un...
Notes: Show In this episode of Healing Doesn’t Have to Be Heavy, host Angie Berrett sits down with Lizsolette Williams to explore the journey of healing from trauma, with a special focus on religious trauma and learning to trust yourself again. Together, they discuss different healing modalities, including energy work, and emphasize the importance of self-discovery and empowerment. Lizsolette shares her personal experiences and insights on navigating faith, intuition, and growth, encouraging ...
Notes: In this episode of Healing Doesn’t Have to Be Heavy, host Angie Berrett welcomes Ms. Elizabeth Muñoz for a powerful conversation on healing, trauma, and empowerment through play and movement. Elizabeth shares her journey from corporate life to holistic healing practices, emphasizing the role of community and visibility in overcoming trauma. Together, they explore how grief can be transmuted into purpose and how dance can serve as a transformative tool for reclaiming joy and self-expres...
Show Notes: In this episode of Healing Doesn’t Have to Be Heavy, host Angie Berrett explores how recent events around child abuse and trauma are impacting survivors today. She explains how the brain processes trauma and why triggers can feel so overwhelming, while also highlighting the powerful role of play and movement in the healing journey. Angie shares practical tools and strategies to help listeners manage emotional triggers, regulate overwhelming feelings, and reconnect with a sense of ...
Show Notes: In this episode, host Angie Berrett sits down with Rowena Jayne to explore the multifaceted journey of healing from trauma. Together, they dive into the powerful role of self-love, community support, and practices like yoga and movement in releasing stored emotions. Through personal stories and heartfelt insights, Angie and Rowena reveal that healing is rarely a straight path—it’s a layered process that takes patience, compassion, and deep self-understanding. They also discuss the...
Show Notes: In this episode of Healing Doesn’t Have to Be Heavy, host Angie Berrett sits down with Amy Egan, therapist and quantum healing practitioner, to explore the transformative role of play and movement in trauma recovery. Amy opens up about her own journey through childhood trauma, how it shaped her path as a therapist, and the ways she integrates quantum healing with traditional therapeutic practices. Together, Angie and Amy highlight the importance of: Creating safe, supportive space...
Show Notes: In this episode, host Angie Berrett sits down with psychotherapist Alex Theberge to explore the healing potential of Ayahuasca and other psychedelics in trauma recovery. Together, they discuss why preparation and integration are just as important as the experience itself, and how these practices can lead to profound emotional breakthroughs. Alex shares his personal path to becoming a psychotherapist and how his work with Ayahuasca helped him confront and release long-held emotiona...
Show Notes: In this episode of the Healing Doesn't Have To Be Heavy podcast, host Angie Barrett engages in a heartfelt conversation with Icy Barzey-George, a clinical dietitian and transformation coach. They explore the profound impact of childhood trauma on emotional eating, the healing power of Reiki, and the journey towards finding one's voice and authenticity. Icy shares her personal experiences with trauma, the importance of self-love, and the challenges she faced in her healing jo...
Show Notes: In this conversation, Angie Berrett and Saba Hocek explore the concepts of intuition, trauma, and the subconscious mind. They discuss how trauma can lead to repeating patterns in behavior and the importance of understanding and trusting one's intuition. The guest shares insights on how to manifest desires and the role of the subconscious in shaping our experiences. The conversation emphasizes the significance of self-worth and the healing journey, providing listeners with practica...
Show Notes: In this episode of Healing Doesn’t Have to Be Heavy, host Angie Berrett sits down with Chelsea Goucher, intuitive coach and psychedelic facilitator, for a heartfelt conversation about what it really takes to heal. Together, they explore: 🌱 How play and movement open new pathways for healing 🌱 The power of intuition in guiding personal growth 🌱 The transformative role psychedelics can play in reconnecting with your true self Chelsea also shares her own journey....
Show Notes In this episode of Healing Doesn’t Have to be Heavy, Angie Berrett and Erin Nordstrom dive into the heart of self-compassion and the messy, beautiful process of growth. From the power of small, consistent practices to giving yourself permission to pause, they share honest reflections on navigating change without the pressure of perfection. Expect real talk, a few laughs, and a reminder that healing is less about doing it “right” and more about giving yourself space to simply be. Bi...
Show Notes: In this episode of the Healing Doesn't Have To Be Heavy podcast, host Angie Berrett and guest Jodie Solberg discuss the complexities of trauma, healing, and the importance of self-compassion. Jodie shares her journey as a trauma-informed coach and hypnotherapist, emphasizing the significance of reconnecting with our bodies and understanding our emotions. They explore how childhood experiences shape our beliefs and behaviors, the impact of generational trauma, and the necessi...
Show Notes: In this episode of Healing Doesn’t Have to Be Heavy, host Angie Berrett chats with the unforgettable Sister Kate, founder of Sisters of the Valley. Yes, the real-life “weed nuns” you’ve heard about. From healing her own trauma to creating a global sisterhood, Sister Kate’s story is anything but ordinary. She shares how cannabis, CBD, and functional mushrooms became tools for emotional freedom, why community is non-negotiable for real healing, and how she’s mixing ancient Nat...
Show Notes: In this powerful episode, Angie Berrett sits down with Heather Miller to explore the often-hidden layers of trauma healing, especially when it involves repressed memories and their ripple effect on relationships and parenting. Together, they unpack the vital role of therapy, the unexpected healing found in art and humor, and the strength it takes to confront the past. Bio: Heather Miller is an experienced educator, nonprofit leader, artist, and children’s book author whose career ...
Show Notes: In this episode of Healing Doesn’t Have to Be Heavy, Angie Berrett sits down with Soudie Tahmassebipour to share her powerful journey; from surviving childhood abuse to becoming a fierce advocate for justice, equity, and systemic change. Soudie opens up about the deep work of healing and how trauma intersects with patriarchy, law enforcement, and the workplace. She challenges the norms that keep women silent and emphasizes the importance of having honest, uncomfortable conversatio...
Show Notes: In this powerful episode of Healing Doesn’t Have to Be Heavy, host Angie Berrett, welcomes Jacqueline Kane. Together, they explore the deep connection between emotional trauma, chronic pain, autoimmune disorders, and the body’s energy system. Jacqueline shares how childhood trauma, nervous system dysregulation, and long-held beliefs become stored in the body, often showing up later as fibromyalgia, low back pain, neck tension, autoimmune symptoms, and burnout. She explains w...
