On this episode of HPY Hour, Anurag sits down with Dr. Starlyn Hawes, a health and rehab psychologist, and health MPowerment Coach passionate about guiding individuals through life's complexities with empathy and insight.

Dr. Hawes shares her journey from academic advising to her holistic practice, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness and empowerment in navigating life's transitions. Together, they delve into the challenges of balancing multiple roles, the mental load often carried by women, and the transformative journey of perimenopause.

Dr. Hawes offers practical strategies for maintaining self-awareness and empowerment amidst life's demands. This episode provides an honest, insightful look at the art of living a balanced and empowered life, highlighting the essential elements needed to foster genuine self-discovery and resilience.

🔗 https://www.mindfullybalancingwellness.com/ - Clinical practice https://www.drstarlynhawes.com/ - Coaching + Consulting #SelfAwareness

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On this episode of HPY Hour, Anurag sits down with Dr. Karen Egu, a clinical psychologist dedicated to advancing mental health through innovative therapy approaches. Dr. Egu shares her journey from hospital settings to her private practice in the San Francisco Bay Area, highlighting how severe mental illness and trauma shape therapeutic practices, and the evolving role of technology in therapy.

Together, they explore the challenges of clinician burnout, the importance of human connection, and the delicate balance of maintaining professional boundaries. Dr. Egu offers practical insights into integrating technology with traditional therapy methods to enhance patient care and connection.

This episode provides an honest, insightful look at the future of therapy and the essential elements needed to foster genuine human connections in a digital age.

🔗 Learn more about Dr. Karen Egu at drkarenagu.com

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On this episode of Happy Hour, Meera sits down with Portia Bajwa from SANSARA Counseling, a clinical social worker dedicated to fostering emotional safety and personal growth.

Portia shares her insights on how family dynamics and past experiences shape our relationship patterns, emphasizing the importance of experiential therapy in achieving authentic connections.

Together, they explore the challenges of emotional resilience, the role of cultural narratives in attachment, and the significance of healthy communication in building secure relationships.

Portia offers practical tools for understanding emotional triggers, enhancing connection, and healing relational wounds with compassion.

This episode provides an honest, insightful look at what it truly takes to thrive in relationships, especially for those navigating complex personal histories.

🔗 Learn more about Portia at sansaracounseling.com

#EmotionalSafety #RelationshipGrowth #ExperientialTherapy #AttachmentTheory #CommunicationSkills #HealingJourney #HappyHourPodcast #Portia #Meera