The Dr. Sylvia K Show

Dr. Sylvia K
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The Dr. Sylvia K Show

The Dr. Sylvia K Show is where mindfulness meets brain science with a dash of spirituality. This podcast is all about igniting the fire of possibility and self-awareness so that true change and healing can happen. Dr. Sylvia K is a Ph.D. level therapist with a zest for well-being and discovering your inner spark. She's worked with all kinds of clients from celebrities to your next door neighbor - women, men, and teens who have spent a lot of time feeling anxious, lonely, and stuck. Dr. Sylvia's mission is to show each listener what’s truly possible. If you’re ready to move past self-limiting beliefs and live a better life,—with more meaning, more connection, and more confidence... This podcast is for you!

  1. Kintsugi: Embracing the Beauty in Our Brokenness

    OCT 10

    Kintsugi: Embracing the Beauty in Our Brokenness

    In this episode of The Dr. Sylvia K Show, we explore the ancient Japanese art of Kintsugi, a powerful metaphor for healing and growth. Kintsugi, meaning “to join with gold,” teaches us to embrace our cracks and imperfections, turning them into sources of strength and beauty. Dr. Sylvia dives into how this philosophy can help us better understand family dynamics, navigate feelings of loneliness within relationships, and heal the parts of ourselves that feel broken or difficult to accept.I...

    12 min
  2. Lonely AF in Your Own Family: A Conversation with Stacey Dorenfeld, Author of Kosher Crack

    OCT 5

    Lonely AF in Your Own Family: A Conversation with Stacey Dorenfeld, Author of Kosher Crack

    In this raw and eye-opening episode of The Dr. Sylvia K Show, we dive deep into the often-hidden loneliness that can exist within family structures. Joining me today is Stacey Dorenfeld, author of the powerful memoir Kosher Crack, who bravely shares her personal story of feeling isolated and disconnected in her own family. Together, we explore themes of abuse, survival, and the difficult journey of healing. Trigger Warnings: Sensitive discussion about rape, alcohol, drugs, and suicide.Stacey ...

    1h 17m
  3. The Radical Hope of Spectacular Failure with Kristen McGuiness- NYT bestselling editor + author. Founder of @risewriters, Co-founder of @rowhousepub

    12/04/2023

    The Radical Hope of Spectacular Failure with Kristen McGuiness- NYT bestselling editor + author. Founder of @risewriters, Co-founder of @rowhousepub

    In this intimate episode, we delve into the intricate world of storytelling, guided by the insightful and multi-talented Kristen McGuiness. From her early days at Shakespeare & Co. in New York to becoming a revered author, editor, and publisher, Kristen's journey is a testament to the power of narrative in our lives.The Power of Story:Kristen shares her deep-seated passion for storytelling, tracing it back to her childhood love for books and the profound impact they've had on her life's t...

    56 min
  4. Facing your Fears: Learn to live with discomfort and become comfortable with the uncertainty of life with Madina Alam, LMHC

    11/08/2023

    Facing your Fears: Learn to live with discomfort and become comfortable with the uncertainty of life with Madina Alam, LMHC

    Are you or someone you know struggling with OCD or anxiety? In this episode, I sit down with Madina Alam, M.A., LMHC, a licensed mental health counselor and certified yoga instructor, who specializes in treating OCD and anxiety.Madina is also the Director of Operations at NOCD, a company dedicated to treating individuals with OCD using exposure response prevention (ERP), a research-backed type of treatment.Madina shares her expertise on how to effectively treat OCD and anxiety, including...

    46 min
  5. Rites of Passage and Honoring the Self with Luna Battalia

    11/07/2023

    Rites of Passage and Honoring the Self with Luna Battalia

    It's been a roller coaster of emotions for me since I've last posted a podcast episode.When they say "Life happens," it’s no joke- there's been a lot of life and death that has happened in my world.From moving homes and offices in Miami of 2022, to suddenly loosing my mother-in-law in February of 2023, to then moving continents from the US to Switzerland with my family in July of 2023- let’s say it’s been a whirlwind for me. Hence the huge hiatus from my podcast.But no...

    35 min
  6. Embracing Sensitivity as a Superpower

    11/28/2022

    Embracing Sensitivity as a Superpower

    Being a sensitive person can feel like both a strength and a weakness at times.Dr. Elaine Aron, a clinical psychologist and expert on high-sensitivity defines high sensitivity’s characteristics as a more elaborate depth of processing, easy overstimulation, emotional responsiveness, acute awareness of stimulations, and empathy.In this episode, I speak with Mitali Sankhe- a college professor at Mumbai University and a self-professed sensitive being.Mitali deconstructs" being a sensitive" and wa...

    42 min
  7. Grow Thru the Mother Wound with Guest Kristen D. Boice, LMFT

    09/13/2022

    Grow Thru the Mother Wound with Guest Kristen D. Boice, LMFT

    Meet Kristen D. Boice, a psychotherapist who has spent the last 18+ helping people build or rebuild healthy relationships, make life transitions, navigate grief, and deal with the hard stuff life throws at us.Kristen is all about helping you process the past, accept yourself, and live more fully (and joyfully) in who you are—because sometimes that’s the hardest thing of all to do.Think about it. Many of us are so layered up with conditioning around who we think we should be, or th...

    35 min
  8. Permission to Play with Guest Dr. Lisa Kramer

    09/02/2022

    Permission to Play with Guest Dr. Lisa Kramer

    In this week’s episode of The Dr. Sylvia K Show, we want to talk to you about healing through creativity and the power of giving yourself permission to play.Meet Lisa A. Kramer, MFA, Ph.D, theatre artist, educator, author, and activist. She is woman of many creative talents and wisdom that she graciously shares with us. In this episode, you will hear Dr. Kramer talk about the magic of exploring creativity beyond our limited belief systems and how to push "the box" waayyyyy out."Cr...

    47 min
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The Dr. Sylvia K Show is where mindfulness meets brain science with a dash of spirituality. This podcast is all about igniting the fire of possibility and self-awareness so that true change and healing can happen. Dr. Sylvia K is a Ph.D. level therapist with a zest for well-being and discovering your inner spark. She's worked with all kinds of clients from celebrities to your next door neighbor - women, men, and teens who have spent a lot of time feeling anxious, lonely, and stuck. Dr. Sylvia's mission is to show each listener what’s truly possible. If you’re ready to move past self-limiting beliefs and live a better life,—with more meaning, more connection, and more confidence... This podcast is for you!

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  • Creator
    Dr. Sylvia K
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2024
  • Episodes
    30
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2024 The Dr. Sylvia K Show
  • Show Website
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