the tara bixby podcast podcast

the tara bixby podcast

If you're tired of struggling alone in silence and crave real, unfiltered conversations about the good, the hard, the messy, and the inspiring parts of life, you're in the right place. Hi, I'm Tara - wife, momma, therapist, and the voice behind the tara bixby podcast. Nothing is off limits here. We talk about mental health, motherhood, addiction, trauma, holistic healing, spirituality, personal growth, and everything in between. This podcast is a safe space to heal. My hope is that every episode leaves you feeling seen, supported, and just a little more empowered. Whether you're working through the hard stuff, regulating your nervous system, or simply searching for more joy and calm, you'll find conversations here that meet you where you are. New episodes drop every Tuesday! If you're enjoying these conversations, please follow, leave a review, and share with someone who needs to hear these chats, too. Come say hi on Instagram @thetarabixby. I always love meeting new friends. Quick note: The tara bixby podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only. My intention is to provide insight and empower you to make informed decisions. This podcast is not a substitute for advice from a physician, therapist, psychiatrist, or any other qualified professional, and it shouldn't be used to diagnose or treat any mental or medical condition.

If you're tired of struggling alone in silence and crave real, unfiltered conversations about the good, the hard, the messy, and the inspiring parts of life, you're in the right place. Hi, I'm Tara - wife, momma, therapist, and the voice behind the tara bixby podcast. Nothing is off limits here. We talk about mental health, motherhood, addiction, trauma, holistic healing, spirituality, personal growth, and everything in between. This podcast is a safe space to heal. My hope is that every episode leaves you feeling seen, supported, and just a little more empowered. Whether you're working through the hard stuff, regulating your nervous system, or simply searching for more joy and calm, you'll find conversations here that meet you where you are. New episodes drop every Tuesday! If you're enjoying these conversations, please follow, leave a review, and share with someone who needs to hear these chats, too. Come say hi on Instagram @thetarabixby. I always love meeting new friends. Quick note: The tara bixby podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only. My intention is to provide insight and empower you to make informed decisions. This podcast is not a substitute for advice from a physician, therapist, psychiatrist, or any other qualified professional, and it shouldn't be used to diagnose or treat any mental or medical condition.

 

#229

188. What no one told you about the female brain with Dr. Sarah McKay.

For too long, women have been told their brains are "broken" or that every struggle is jus... more

20 Nov 2025

1 HR 04 MINS

1:04:14

20 Nov 2025


#228

Bonus: How to thrive this winter if you struggle with seasonal depression.

Feeling a little off as the days get shorter and colder? You're not alone! In this bonus e... more

16 Nov 2025

05 MINS

05:29

16 Nov 2025


#227

187: Quiet your inner critic and build confidence with Dr. Rachel Goldsmith Turow.

Do you have an inner critic that's always judging, shaming, or demanding perfection? You k... more

13 Nov 2025

50 MINS

50:17

13 Nov 2025


#226

186. A true story of overmedication, recovery, and the courage to rewrite your life with Anne Bracke...

What happens when the systems meant to heal us end up causing more harm? In this powerful ... more

06 Nov 2025

58 MINS

58:48

06 Nov 2025


#225

185. The power of sound baths with Sara Auster.

Hey, friends! I'm so excited for today's episode — I've fallen in love with sound baths as... more

30 Oct 2025

37 MINS

37:22

30 Oct 2025


#224

184. How to stop living a life that looks good on paper but feels empty inside with Megan Hellerer.

Have you done everything "right"? Followed the rules, built the dream career, checked all ... more

22 Oct 2025

59 MINS

59:32

22 Oct 2025


#223

183. How a prescription for sleep became an addiction with Laura Cathcart Robbins.

Today's episode is a raw and powerful conversation about how a prescription for sleep turn... more

16 Oct 2025

36 MINS

36:31

16 Oct 2025


#222

182. Why your brain needs connection and how isolation impacts your mental health with Dr. Ben Rein.

Hey friend. 👋 Today, Dr. Ben Rein joins us to explore why connection isn't just a cool id... more

09 Oct 2025

59 MINS

59:14

09 Oct 2025


#221

181. Sleep tips that actually improve your mental health with Dr. Sarah Silverman.

Poor sleep doesn't just make you tired — it can fuel anxiety, worsen depression, and leave... more

02 Oct 2025

1 HR 09 MINS

1:09:32

02 Oct 2025


#220

180. Healing starts when you stop trying to fix yourself with Mary O'Malley.

Feeling like something is wrong with you? Mary O'Malley — author, teacher, and counselor —... more

25 Sep 2025

57 MINS

57:48

25 Sep 2025


#219

Quick tip tuesday... Stop trying to talk your way out of anxiety.

Today's quick tip isn't about what to do — it's about what not to do. If you've ever tried... more

23 Sep 2025

09 MINS

09:55

23 Sep 2025


#218

179. The hidden mental health impact of perimenopause with Erica Lugo.

At 35, Erica Lugo's world went dark — depression, OCD, and suicidal thoughts took over, an... more

18 Sep 2025

48 MINS

48:17

18 Sep 2025


#217

178. I was about to publish an episode… then my inner knowing said NOPE.

Hey friends — today's episode wasn't the one I had planned. I had a fertility and prenatal... more

11 Sep 2025

24 MINS

24:57

11 Sep 2025


#216

Quick tip tuesday... A neuroscientist's go-to trick for calming anxiety.

If you've ever tried to think your way out of anxiety only to end up more stuck in worry a... more

09 Sep 2025

06 MINS

06:40

09 Sep 2025


#215

177. Rethinking anxiety: what it is (and what it isn't).

Hey friends, it's just you and me today! No guest, no script — just me, sitting on the flo... more

04 Sep 2025

18 MINS

18:29

04 Sep 2025


#214

Quick tip tuesday... How to use visualization to reduce anxiety.

Hey friends. If you're tired of feeling anxious and want a quick, practical way to calm yo... more

02 Sep 2025

11 MINS

11:14

02 Sep 2025


#213

176. Break generational cycles and become the parent you needed with Bryana Kappadakunnel.

Hey, my friends! Parenting can feel like a mirror—reflecting not just our child's behavior... more

27 Aug 2025

1 HR 11 MINS

1:11:06

27 Aug 2025


#212

Quick tip tuesday... How to get off the blood sugar roller coaster that's making you anxious.

Hey friends. 👋 Today, we're talking about something you might not realize is fueling your... more

26 Aug 2025

03 MINS

03:52

26 Aug 2025


#211

175. Dr. Cathy Wield's fight to break free from the shackles of psychiatry.

Today's guest is the very reason I fight so hard for a better mental health narrative. Dr.... more

20 Aug 2025

1 HR 06 MINS

1:06:52

20 Aug 2025


#210

174. The truth about psychiatric medications no one tells you with Dr. Josef Witt-Doerring.

Hey, friend. Today, I'm hanging out with Dr. Josef Witt-Doerring, a psychiatrist and forme... more

13 Aug 2025

59 MINS

59:04

13 Aug 2025


#209

Quick tip tuesday... using stillness to calm your nervous system.

Hey friend. In a world that never slows down, stillness isn't just nice — it's necessary. ... more

12 Aug 2025

06 MINS

06:08

12 Aug 2025


#208

173. How to stop fighting anxiety and start using it to your advantage with Dr. David Rosmarin.

Hey friend. Are you an anxious soul who's hell-bent on making your anxiety disappear? If y... more

06 Aug 2025

46 MINS

46:08

06 Aug 2025


#207

Quick tip tuesday... 3 ways to calm your nervous system (and reduce anxiety) fast.

Hey, friend. Welcome to the very first quick tip tuesday! 🥳 Today's tip is all about how ... more

05 Aug 2025

07 MINS

07:53

05 Aug 2025


#206

172. Why moms need to stop doing it all — and start focusing on what matters with Dr. Whitney Casare...

Hey friends. If you're a working mom feeling stretched too thin, drowning in demands, and ... more

30 Jul 2025

57 MINS

57:47

30 Jul 2025


#205

Solosode: My history with anxiety, panic attacks, and psych meds.

Hey friend. Today, I'm opening up about my history with anxiety, panic attacks, and my jou... more

27 Jul 2025

31 MINS

31:20

27 Jul 2025


#204

171. Dr. Claire Plumbly: Is your nervous system stuck in burnout?

Today, I'm hanging out with Dr. Claire Plumbly — Clinical Psychologist, EMDR Consultant, a... more

23 Jul 2025

56 MINS

56:54

23 Jul 2025


#203

170. Why women must ditch silence, stigma and shame—and start sharing their stories with Dr. Jessica...

Today I'm joined by Dr. Jessica Zucker — clinical psychologist, author of "Normalize It" a... more

16 Jul 2025

54 MINS

54:29

16 Jul 2025


#202

Solosode: We're overcomplicating things (and a few other thoughts).

Hey friend. Today's chat comes straight from my heart to your ears. I'm opening up about ... more

13 Jul 2025

26 MINS

26:11

13 Jul 2025


#201

169. The loving moments and bitter truths of motherhood with Dr. Margo Lowy.

If you ever think motherhood is hard, or maybe even hate parts of it, then this episode is... more

09 Jul 2025

49 MINS

49:15

09 Jul 2025