Workplace Therapy

Scott Arrieta, Sarah Gould, Skylar Lewandowski
Workplace Therapy

Work is a significant part of the human experience. Most of us will spend more time in pursuit of our vocation than we will on any other singular aspect of our lives. Given how much of ourselves we dedicate to our work, it's not surprising that the workplace can also be a significant source of trauma in our lives. Workplace Therapy is a podcast that puts the human expriences of work front and center. We'll be discussing the latest trends in workplace trauma and offering solutions on how to move forward. Because if we're going to work together, we need to learn how to heal together.

  1. 28 | The Influence Advantage: Unlocking Leadership Through Partnership, Mentorship and Sponsorship with Ellin Sidell, CEO The Sidell Method

    JUN 2

    28 | The Influence Advantage: Unlocking Leadership Through Partnership, Mentorship and Sponsorship with Ellin Sidell, CEO The Sidell Method

    What if the secret to advancing your leadership, team cohesion, and organizational culture wasn’t just about charisma or authority—but about influence? In this powerful episode of The Workplace Therapy Podcast, Scott Arrieta sits down with Ellin Sidell, CEO of The Sidell Method and co-author of The Influence Advantage, to break down the three overlooked relationship types every professional needs to thrive: partnership, mentorship, and sponsorship.With decades of experience at companies like Nestlé, Microsoft, and Costco, Ellin brings a science-backed yet deeply human perspective to ethical influence, neuroplasticity, and strengths-based leadership. From building Costco’s groundbreaking mentorship program to unlocking how reciprocity, likability, and visibility create exponential growth—for individuals and organizations alike—this is one conversation you won’t want to miss.

    45 min
  2. 27 | Saving Hybrid Work: A Smarter Framework For The Future w/ John Wichmann, CEO of Gather Sciences

    MAY 26

    27 | Saving Hybrid Work: A Smarter Framework For The Future w/ John Wichmann, CEO of Gather Sciences

    In this episode of The Workplace Therapy Podcast, host Scott Arrieta sits down with John Wichmann, CEO of Gather Sciences and architect of the Balanced Hybrid framework, to unpack what it really takes to make hybrid work work—not just for employees, but for the business.As more companies push for full-time return to office, John makes a compelling case for why an optimized hybrid model might actually be the strategic advantage most leaders are missing. Together, Scott and John explore the four pillars of a balanced hybrid strategy—People, Patterns, Place, and Purpose—and discuss why many hybrid implementations fail due to lack of intentionality, consistency, and accountability.John shares data-backed insights, real-world stories, and strategic takeaways for leaders who want to avoid arbitrary policies and instead build a hybrid culture that boosts productivity, supports onboarding and mentorship, and helps attract top talent in a shifting labor market. Whether you're hybrid, remote, or in-office, this conversation is a must-listen for anyone designing the future of work.

    36 min
  3. 26 | Beyond Blame: Building High Reliability Organizations w/ Dr. Ur Barzel

    MAY 19

    26 | Beyond Blame: Building High Reliability Organizations w/ Dr. Ur Barzel

    In this powerful episode of The Workplace Therapy Podcast, Scott Arrieta, CEO of Unity & Company is joined by Dr. Ur Barzel — a leading expert in organizational change, high reliability organizations (HROs), and systems thinking. Together, they explore how organizations in high-risk industries like healthcare, aviation, and the military achieve low error rates not by eliminating human mistakes, but by building environments that promote psychological safety, systemic learning, and continuous improvement. Through real-world examples — including the case of nurse RaDonda Vaught, tragic system failures in amusement parks, and the evolution of aviation safety protocols — Dr. Barzel illustrates why blame cultures fail and how leaders can cultivate just cultures that truly fix root causes. Whether you’re leading a hospital, a startup, or a Fortune 500 company, the lessons in this conversation are clear: Blame doesn’t fix broken systems. Fear kills innovation and transparency. Leadership begins with creating environments where people can speak up safely — and learn together. If you're ready to move beyond surface-level fixes and lead lasting change, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.

    41 min
  4. 25 | Leading Through Burnout, Trauma and Stress with Anna Pinkerton

    MAY 12

    25 | Leading Through Burnout, Trauma and Stress with Anna Pinkerton

    In this timely and compassionate episode of The Workplace Therapy Podcast, Scott Arrieta and co-host Dr. Sarah Gould sit down with Anna Pinkerton, a world-renowned trauma specialist and founder of Kindness Informed Leadership. With over 30 years of clinical experience, Anna brings deep insight into the psychological toll of chronic stress, burnout, and trauma in leadership—and how kindness isn’t a weakness but a revolutionary act of resilience. Together, they explore: How untreated trauma shows up in leadership The signs of chronic stress and early-stage burnout Why traditional productivity-driven cultures are breaking people The false dichotomy between kindness and accountability Practical frameworks for healing and supporting ourselves and our teams The power of vulnerability, presence, and emotional regulation in high-stakes environments Anna’s message is clear: Kindness is not about being nice—it’s about being brave, present, and connected. This episode is a must-listen for anyone in leadership who wants to build a culture that sustains people, not just profits.

    34 min
  5. 24 | Why Caring is a Strategy with Marcia Donziger, CEO of Culture CARES Global

    MAY 5

    24 | Why Caring is a Strategy with Marcia Donziger, CEO of Culture CARES Global

    In this heartfelt and thought-provoking episode of The Workplace Therapy Podcast, host Scott Arrieta sits down with Marcia Donziger, founder and CEO of Vital Biz Consulting, to explore how workplace culture can be both a healing force and a strategic driver of business results. Marcia shares her personal journey—from being diagnosed with ovarian cancer in her 20s to founding MyLifeLine, a nonprofit that helped cancer patients stay connected with their support networks. She later transitioned into organizational consulting, driven by her belief that care, connection, and trust are essential for people and companies to thrive. Together, Scott and Marcia unpack: The Culture CARES framework (Commitment, Appreciation, Respect, Engagement, and Safety) Why psychological safety and trust are the foundation of high-performing teams How to transform culture one business unit at a time, even without executive buy-in The emotional and strategic impacts of mass layoffs—and how to navigate them with humanity Why employee experience is not a soft skill—but a business driver The role of leaders as culture carriers and examples of real-world impact Listeners will walk away with a renewed sense of what's possible when organizations make care a cornerstone of their leadership strategy.

    47 min
  6. 23 | Four Essential Ingredients for Effective Leadership with Candice Seiger

    04/01/2024

    23 | Four Essential Ingredients for Effective Leadership with Candice Seiger

    The most valuable lessons about business and leadership are not learned in the classroom. When it comes to developing the next generation of high-impact leaders, there is simply no substitute for experience and mentorship. On this week's episode of The Workplace Therapy Podcast, our guest Candice Seiger gives us a healthy dose of both. Candice is a seasoned strategy and operations executive who has worked for major brands like Carnival, Hyatt and AAA. She currently sits on the board for American Public Television and holds an MBA from Duke University’s Fuqua School of Business. In this week's episode, Candice shares the four essential ingredients to her success as a leader and offers advice to deveoping leaders on how to scale their impact by focusing on what matters most - the people.

    1h 31m
  7. 22 | Why Didn't I Get That Promotion? w/ Annie Brown, Head of People at Fi

    03/25/2024

    22 | Why Didn't I Get That Promotion? w/ Annie Brown, Head of People at Fi

    The promotion process at most companies can be frustratingly opaque. In this week's episode of the Workplace Therapy Podcast, Annie Brown - Head of People at Fi gives us an insider's peek behind the veil of performance reviews and promotion decisions and gives some invaluable advice to employees and managers navigating the process.

    1h 11m
  8. 21 | Developing Adaptable Leaders with Dr. Susan Bernstein, CEO of Shift Beyond Strategies

    03/18/2024

    21 | Developing Adaptable Leaders with Dr. Susan Bernstein, CEO of Shift Beyond Strategies

    We expect a lot of things from leaders in the modern workplace and perhaps chief among them is the expectations that leaders maintain resilience, composure and stability during times of uncertainty and change. That can sometimes be a tall order as today's workplace experiences a volume and velocity of change that is often times overwhelming. In this week's episode of The Workplace Therapy Podcast, certified somatic coaches Scott and Monica Arrieta from Unity & Company interview Dr. Susan Bernstein, CEO of Shift Beyond Strategies. Dr. Bernseitn holds a Ph.D. in Somatic Psychology and an MBA from UC Berkley. She leverages her unique blend of business acumen and deep expertise in somatic psychology to work with organizations to produce more adaptable and self-aware leaders who in turn serve as catalysts for organizational growth.

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Work is a significant part of the human experience. Most of us will spend more time in pursuit of our vocation than we will on any other singular aspect of our lives. Given how much of ourselves we dedicate to our work, it's not surprising that the workplace can also be a significant source of trauma in our lives. Workplace Therapy is a podcast that puts the human expriences of work front and center. We'll be discussing the latest trends in workplace trauma and offering solutions on how to move forward. Because if we're going to work together, we need to learn how to heal together.

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  • Creator
    Scott Arrieta, Sarah Gould, Skylar Lewandowski
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodes
    29
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Scott Arrieta, Sarah Gould, Skylar Lewandowski
  • Show Website
    Workplace Therapy

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