CLOSE THE CHAPTER
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Close the Chapter Podcast
July 15, 2026 // Healing the Inner Critic and Rebuilding Self-Worth with Mary Beth Fox
In this episode, Kristen dives into the hidden roots of the inner critic with licensed professional counselor and motivational speaker Mary Beth Fox, exploring how early experiences influence the stories we tell ourselves and how healing begins.
July 8, 2026 // How to Follow Your Spark and Not Your Trauma with Andrew Newman
In this episode, Kristen is joined by author Andrew Newman to explore how reconnecting with your inner spark can help you heal from trauma, move beyond fear and perfectionism, while cultivating greater joy, self-worth, and authentic self-expression.
July 1, 2026 // The Mental Health Challenges of Working Motherhood: Postpartum, Mom Guilt & Childcare
In this episode, Kristen shares her conversation on Mental Health Monday with Noblesville Mayor Chris Jensen, Betsy Phillips, founder, and Courtney Hott, board member of St. Gianna's Families, about the challenges of balancing motherhood and work, navigating postpartum, and building the support every mom deserves.
June 24, 2026 // How to Calm Your Nervous System and Build Emotional Resilience
In this episode, Kristen shares a previous conversation from Mental Health Monday with Noblesville Mayor Chris Jensen, where they discuss how understanding and regulating the nervous system can help reduce stress, improve relationships, and build emotional resilience.
June 10, 2026 // Understanding Family Roles and How They Shape Your Life
In this episode, Kristen explores how the roles we adopt in our families can shape our relationships, self-worth, and emotional well-being, and shares how understanding these patterns can support healing and personal growth.
June 3, 2026 // How Healthy Anger Helps You Heal with Bronwyn Schweigerdt
In this episode, Kristen sits down with therapist and anger specialist Bronwyn to explore the hidden role anger plays in emotional healing, self-advocacy, and personal freedom.
May 27, 2026 // Why You Feel Dysregulated and How to Heal with Deb Dana
In this episode, Kristen sits down with Deb Dana, a clinician, author, and international lecturer, to explore how understanding your nervous system can help you move from anxiety, overwhelm, and shutdown into greater regulation, connection, and healing.
May 20, 2026 // Healing From Betrayal Trauma with Matthew and Joanna Raabsmith
In this episode, Kristen is joined by Matthew and Joanna Raabsmith, trained relationship specialists, speakers, and authors, to discuss betrayal trauma, sexual addiction, and the healing journey of rebuilding trust, emotional safety, and true intimacy after betrayal.
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 24 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 24 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.