CLOSE THE CHAPTER
Podcast
Close the Chapter Podcast
July 2, 2024 // Breaking Free: Overcoming People Pleasing, Caretaking and Peacemaking
In this episode, Kristen sits down with Kara Clayton, a seasoned social worker, to explore the complex behaviors of people-pleasing, caretaking, and peacemaking. They share practical strategies for personal growth and overcoming these patterns.
June 26, 2024 // Understanding and Deconstructing Chronic Illness with Veronique Mead, MD, MA
In this episode, Kristen explores the link between trauma and chronic illness with guest Veronique Mead, a former family medicine professor who retrained as a somatic trauma therapist. They share insights on how life experiences influence health and offer practical resources for addressing these connections.
June 19, 2024 // Understanding Gut Health and Hormones with Lauren Callahan
In this episode, Kristen Boice chats with Lauren Gallahan, a former therapist turned health and performance coach, about her journey from a sedentary lifestyle to running ultra-marathons. They delve into the importance of gut health, self-care, and managing perimenopause and menopause.
June 12, 2024 // Dealing with Disappointment
In this episode, Kristen sits down with Kara Clayton, a seasoned social worker, to explore the complex behaviors of people-pleasing, caretaking, and peacemaking. They share practical strategies for personal growth and overcoming these patterns.
June 5, 2024 // Breaking Through Denial: Pathways to Growth
In this episode, Kristen explores how denial blocks personal growth and authentic connections. She shares practical steps to help you identify and address denial patterns, fostering a path toward self-awareness and healing.
May 29, 2024 // Parenting the Millenial and Gen-Z Generations with Tess Brigham
In this episode, Kristen talks with Tess Brigham, known as the "millennial therapist" by CNBC, author and TEDx speaker, about understanding and connecting with millennials and Gen Zers. They share valuable insights and practical tips for parents navigating the dynamics of these generations.
May 22, 2024 // The Power of Showing up with 5 Essential Ingredients
In this episode, Kristen talks about how to create strong bonds with children and breaks down five key ingredients for building secure attachment bonds with children.
May 15, 2024 // Handbook for the Heartbroken with Sara Avant Stover
In this episode, Kristen and her guest Sara Avant Stover, a Certified Internal Family Systems practitioner and author, explore the universal impact of heartbreak. They share practical tips for healing, emphasizing the importance of self-compassion and community support.
About the show
Each week, I release a new podcast episode designed to help you close the chapter on the stress, anxiety, and negativity in your life—and open the door to more beautiful possibilities.
2021 winner of the Podcast for Business Awards - Best Health and Wellness Podcast and with 20 years of experience under my belt as a practicing psychotherapist, the CTC Podcast is designed to show you ways to navigate life’s hardest (and most joyful) transitions; with practicable, actionable takeaways and coping strategies you can apply immediately.
Featuring frequent guest interviews alongside my own insights from 20 years as a practicing psychotherapist, every episode features a combination of empowering information and inspirational, motivational content as we explore topics like:
• Relationships
• Self worth/Self love
• Stress management
• Work/life balance
• Parenthood
• Divorce
• Retirement
• And more
The ultimate goal? To give you a different way of looking at life, and the tools you need to feel calmer, happier, and lighter—every day.
Press play to begin your journey. The therapist is in.