In this engaging conversation, Jackie Giannelli and Carmen Stansberry interview DJ Hesta Prynn, an internationally acclaimed DJ and licensed therapist. They explore her unique journey from being a member of a hip-hop group to becoming a therapist who integrates music into her practice. Hesta discusses her innovative approach, Music Connection Therapy, which uses music as a tool for emotional growth and connection. The conversation also delves into the importance of mental health, the impact of music on well-being, and insights from the Eudaemonia Summit on wellness and longevity. Hesta emphasizes the significance of creating a supportive environment for clients and the transformative power of music in therapy.

About DJ Hesta Prynn: Hesta Prynn is an internationally acclaimed DJ, radio host, and licensed therapist who blends music, psychology, and neuroscience to create transformative experiences. Taught to mix vinyl by Questlove, she has performed alongside icons like Amy Schumer and Deepak Chopra and partners with global brands including Spotify, Google, and Netflix. A regular guest on CNN and on-air talent at SiriusXM, she will launch her upcoming iHeartRadio show Music is Therapy in January 2026. Hesta is also the creator of Music Connection Therapy, a method that turns the songs you love into tools for emotional growth, clarity, and connection.

She is offering listeners of the Well Kept Podcast FREE ACCESS to the first module of her Music Connection Therapy course here!

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