UNPACKED

Wellness with Sam
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Welcome to 'UNPACKED' hosted by, Licensed Counselor Associate, Samantha DeSalvo. Your free weekly therapy session.  We chat all things mental health and wellness to break strongholds and barriers that are preventing you from reaching your full potential!  Making faith more simplified and creating a space to talk about Jesus in an easy-to-digest way.  Grab your fav drink and let's hangout together 3

  1. 4D AGO

    When You Feel Like the Last Single Friend

    "Sometimes I wondered if I was meant to be single.” In this episode, I am sitting down with Allie Cummins, a Mental Health Coach with an M.S. in Mental Health Counseling and the founder of Stay Salted, to talk about something so many of us navigate quietly: singleness, timing, and what it feels like to sit in a waiting season. Allie gets really honest about the moments she wondered if marriage was even part of her story, how she coped through loneliness and uncertainty, and the self reflection that shifted the way she sees relationships, faith, and her own path. We also talk about the pressure women feel to be at a certain point in life by a certain age, and what it looks like to release that expectation. If you are in a season where life does not look the way you thought it would, or you are questioning what your story is supposed to look like, this conversation will feel grounding, validating, and like a breath of fresh air. 👥 Connect with the Guest Allie Cummins, Mental Health Coach M.S. Clinical Mental Health CounselingWebsite: https://www.staysalted.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allie_staysalted/ 🔥 Spark Notes Singleness is a season of purpose, not punishment. Self-reflection brings clarity when life feels uncertain.Coping mechanisms support emotional + spiritual growth.Understanding yourself leads to acceptance and peace. 🌿 Work with Samantha If you’re ready to begin your own healing journey visit:⁠👉 wellnesshubtherapy.com⁠ Follow along for therapy insight, empowering conversations, and community connection: ⁠🌊 @thewellnesshub.ri ⁠⁠🛋️ @wellnesshubtherapy⁠ ⚠️ Disclaimer This podcast is for educational and inspirational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional mental health services.If you or someone you know is in crisis, please call or text 988 to reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. #singleness #selfreflection #personalgrowth #relationships #faithjourney

    59 min

  2. NOV 17

    Men's Mental Health: The Truth No One Talks About

    I’m sitting down with Ian Brownhill, owner of Life’s Bettah, host of the SO New England Podcast, and founder of Bettah Socials to talk about men’s mental health and what it really looks like to break the stigma. It's Men’s Mental Health Month, so we wanted to have a real, honest conversation about the pressure men feel to appear strong, the fear of judgment, and how much ego impacts the way men show up emotionally. Ian opens up about why vulnerability feels risky, how societal expectations shape masculinity, and why true strength comes from self-acceptance and emotional safety. 👥 Connect with the Guest Ian Brownhill Life’s Bettah | SO New England Podcast | Bettah SocialsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ian.brownhill/Website:https://www.ianbrownhill.com/ 🔥 Spark Notes Vulnerability is a strength, not a weakness. Expectations placed on men often silence emotional truth. Ego can block emotional expression and healing. Redefining masculinity starts with self-acceptance. 🌿 Work with Samantha If you’re ready to begin your own healing journey visit: 👉 wellnesshubtherapy.com Follow along for therapy insight, empowering conversations, and community connection:🌊 @thewellnesshub.ri🛋️ @wellnesshubtherapy ⚠️ Disclaimer This podcast is for educational and inspirational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional mental health services. If you or someone you know is in crisis, please call or text 988 to reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. #vulnerability #masculinity #mentalhealth #ego #strength #judgment #societalexpectations #emotionalexpression #mensmentalhealth #selfacceptance

    1h 6m

  3. NOV 12

    Are They Really Your Person? Signs You're Forcing It

    If you’ve ever found yourself asking, “Why isn’t this working even though I care about them?” This episode is going to hit home. I’m sitting down with licensed therapist Jen Weaver to talk about one of the hardest truths in modern dating: that attraction and connection don’t always equal compatibility. We get into why so many of us try to make relationships work that were never meant to be, how to tell when you’re forcing something, and the difference between emotional attachment and real alignment. Jen and I also talk about what it means when someone isn’t your person, how to let go without guilt, and why healthy relationships should feel natural, not exhausting. If you’ve ever stayed because it felt almost right, or held onto someone because you hoped they’d become who you needed, this conversation is going to bring so much clarity and peace. 👥 Connect with the Guest Jennifer Weaver, LMHCWebsite: https://polarisri.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jlweaverllc/ 🔥 Spark Notes Version Fun and chemistry don’t always mean compatibility. You shouldn’t have to force someone to be your person. Letting go can be the most loving thing you do for both people. Healthy relationships feel peaceful, not pressured. 🌿 Work with Samantha If you’re ready to unpack your own relationship patterns or explore therapy with me, visit: 👉 wellnesshubtherapy.com https://www.instagram.com/wellnesshubtherapy/ For more content and connection:📸 @thewellnesshub.ri This podcast is for educational and inspirational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional mental health services. ⚠️ Disclaimer If you or someone you know is in crisis, please call or text 988 to reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline

    46 min

  4. NOV 3

    Attachment Styles & Dating in Your 20s w/ Jennifer Prendergast, LMHC

    I got to sit down with Jennifer Prendergast, LMHC, owner of Placid Soul Counseling, to talk about the messy middle of finding yourself in your 20s and what it really looks like to grow through it. Jennifer shares her journey from navigating imposter syndrome and early career doubt to building a private practice that actually aligns with her life. We unpack how childhood experiences shape our core beliefs, why attachment styles play out so strongly in relationships, and how to create a more flexible, grace-filled plan for your life. 🔥 Spark Notes Version Failure is a sign of growth, not a setback.Attachment styles reveal where we still need healing.Imposter syndrome is normal — especially when you’re evolving.You can change your path without losing your purpose. 👥 Connect with the Guest Jennifer Prendergast, LMHC Website: placidsoulcounseling.com 🕓 Episode Chapters 00:00 — Embracing Failure in Your 20s 02:45 — The Journey to Becoming a Therapist 05:23 — Imposter Syndrome and Early Career Challenges 08:04 — Taking the Leap: Starting a Private Practice 10:57 — Navigating Fear and Uncertainty 13:37 — Understanding Clients in Their 20s 16:20 — The Impact of Comparison on Mental Health 19:14 — Identifying Core Beliefs and Patterns 21:55 — The Role of Childhood in Adult Relationships 24:56 — Curiosity Over Judgment in Therapy 27:27 — Attachment Styles and Their Influence 30:22 — The Importance of Self-Reflection 32:07 — Understanding Attachment Styles 34:47 — The Evolution of Attachment Styles 37:23 — Navigating Relationships in Your 20s 42:52 — Becoming More Secure in Relationships 46:40 — The Anxious-Avoidant Dynamic 51:59 — Communicating Needs Effectively 🌿 Work with Samantha If you’re ready to begin your own healing journey or explore therapy visit: 👉 wellnesshubtherapy.com Follow along for inspiration, wellness events, and community connection: 🌊 @thewellnesshub.ri 💬 @wellnesshubtherapy ⚠️ Disclaimer This podcast is for educational and inspirational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional mental health services. If you or someone you know is in crisis, please call or text 988 to reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline.

    1h 1m

  5. APR 21

    Healing for the One Who Feels Behind

    Ever feel like you’re falling behind in life? Like everyone else is running ahead while you’re stuck in the slow lane?This episode is your permission slip to breathe. God is not in a rush with your story — and that’s actually really good news. 🕊 We’re unpacking why your waiting season isn’t wasted, how alignment is more powerful than acceleration, and why God might be writing a bestseller with your life. Good stories take time. And so do the good ones God is writing. 💌 Verses from today's episode: Isaiah 30:21 Ecclesiastes 3:11 Isaiah 60:22 Psalm 27:14 DO YOU WANT TO BE BESTIES?! 🎀✨TikTok: @wellnesswithsam_ Join The Wellness Hub Community

    26 min

  6. MAR 16

    Habits to Create Consistency (Key to Reach Your Goals)

    The Biggest Thing Keeping You from Your Goals. Ever feel like you’re so close to reaching your goals, but something keeps holding you back? Spoiler alert: It’s not a lack of motivation, a fancy planner, or the latest wellness trend—it’s consistency. Small, intentional actions can lead to massive results. I’ll be sharing 3 practical tips to help you build consistency in your daily habits so you can stop starting over and finally see the progress you’ve been craving.  CAN WE BE BESTIES?! 🎀 ✨ TikTok:⁠ ⁠@wellnesswithsam_ ⁠⁠

    13 min

  7. MAR 9

    Healing from Diet Culture: Body Image & Food

    Is “Wellness” just diet culture in disguise? If you’ve ever felt guilt around your weight, food, or exercise, this episode is for you. Diet culture can trap us in cycles of shame and restriction, keeping us from truly living our best lives—and for many, it’s the root of disordered eating. Tune in for practical steps to recognize and break free from the diet culture that surrounds you. DID WE JUST BECOME BEST FRIENDS?! 🎀 ✨ TikTok:⁠ ⁠@wellnesswithsam_ ⁠⁠

    24 min

  8. FEB 24

    Habits to Become a Godly Woman (5 traits of Proverbs 31)

    5 Habits to cultivate if your goal is to become a Godly woman this year. We dive into what is a proverbs 31 woman, the key habits, as well as how we can apply those into our lives to develop this Godly character. DID WE JUST BECOME BEST FRIENDS?! 🎀 ✨ TikTok:⁠ ⁠@wellnesswithsam_ ⁠⁠

    20 min
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Welcome to 'UNPACKED' hosted by, Licensed Counselor Associate, Samantha DeSalvo. Your free weekly therapy session.  We chat all things mental health and wellness to break strongholds and barriers that are preventing you from reaching your full potential!  Making faith more simplified and creating a space to talk about Jesus in an easy-to-digest way.  Grab your fav drink and let's hangout together 3

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  • Creator
    Wellness with Sam
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodes
    52
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Wellness with Sam
  • Show Website
    UNPACKED

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