In a world that increasingly feels uncertain — and at times, broken — how do we stay grounded as leaders and human beings? In this powerful conversation, LaTonya Wilkins sits down with Dr. Caroline Adelman, clinical psychologist, coach, and founder of Chicago Psychotherapy, to explore what it truly means to lead and live well amid chaos. Together, they uncover how chronic stress, disconnection, and unpredictability shape our lives — and how we can rebuild connection through everyday mental health practices that actually work. Dr. Adelman shares evidence-based techniques rooted in therapy and neuroscience that help leaders regulate emotions, create stability, and bring real compassion into the workplace. Whether you’re leading a team, a business, or just trying to stay grounded yourself, this conversation offers practical wisdom for navigating a complex, broken world — one human moment at a time. Connection — not control — is the foundation of resilience. Stress disconnects us from ourselves, others, and what matters most; awareness and intention reconnect us. Leaders don’t need to have all the answers, but they do need to show care, humility, and hope. Simple rituals — listening, check-ins, walk-and-talks — can transform workplace wellbeing. Human-centered leadership is the antidote to fear-based systems. Dr. Caroline Adelman, PhD, is a clinical psychologist, coach, and founder of Chicago Psychotherapy. She completed her PhD at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and fellowships at the Yale Child Study Center. She previously served on the clinical faculty at Northwestern University and has spent over fifteen years helping children, adults, and professionals navigate anxiety, trauma, and transitions. Dr. Adelman’s work integrates evidence-based therapy with compassion, humor, and authenticity. She’s a frequent speaker and consultant on resilience, wellness, and leadership. To learn more, visit ChicagoPsychotherapy.com/dr-caroline-adelman. Resources Mentioned Leading Below the Surface (2nd Edition): leadingbelowthesurface.com LaTonya’s article “The Relationship Between Psychological Safety and Accountability”: changecoaches.io/the-relationship-between-psychological-safety-and-accountability 🎧 Listen & Subscribe: changecoaches.io/podcast 🔗 Follow LaTonya Wilkins on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/latonyawilkins 🔗 Follow Change Coaches: linkedin.com/company/change-coaches 🌐 Learn more about our work: changecoaches.io
