Season 1

Aug. 15, 2023

Breaking Free: A Therapist's Journey to Queer Identity | David DeVore

Get ready for an intense journey of self-discovery and healing as we welcome David Devore, a psychotherapist and wellness coach. Listen in as David unravels his personal spiritual journey, shedding light on the struggles of ...
Aug. 1, 2023

Becoming a Voice: Advocacy, Mindfulness and Storytelling with Yuval David

How would you feel if you had the ability to express your deepest emotions in a safe and supportive space? Is it possible that the secret to growth and self-realization is hidden in our vulnerability? Award-winning actor and ...
July 25, 2023

Parenting with Love: Research Insights on Sexual Health in LGBTQ+ Youth with Dr. David Huebner

Are you ready to rethink how we support our LGBTQ+ kids? This episode brings forth a critical conversation as we unravel the research of Dr. David Huebner. His latest work spotlights an alarming rise in the distress rates amo...
July 18, 2023

Our Family's Transformation through Openness

Welcome to a special celebration on Just Breathe. It's our 100th episode!!! Tune in as I'm joined by my husband Steve, son Connor, and daughter Gray, to reflect on the journey our family has taken over the last six and a half...
July 11, 2023

Transformative Listening: A Path to Deeper Relationships with Candy Motzek

What if the key to transforming our relationships was as simple as truly listening? Candy Motzek, a celebrated coach known for her thought-provoking insights, unravels this very idea in our enlightening conversation. Together...
July 4, 2023

Unraveling the Power of Breath and Boundaries with Madhur-Nain Webster

Curious about the mystic world of Kundalini yoga and how it intertwines with mental health? This week, we're serving up a stimulating conversation with Madhur-Nain Webster, a seasoned psychotherapist who has gracefully transi...
June 27, 2023

Embracing Identity, Intersectionality, and Authenticity with Dr. Ronnie Gladden

Ever found yourself questioning your own identity and struggling to fit into society's expectations? You're not alone. Join me for an incredible conversation with Dr. Ronnie Gladden, an international speaker, actor, and tenur...
June 20, 2023

StereoType: Empowering Authenticity in Fashion with Elizabeth Brunner

In this thought-provoking conversation with Elizabeth Brunner, Heather explores the inspiration behind Stereotype, Elizabeth's gender-free clothing line for children and adults. Elizabeth shares how her girl-boy twins inspire...
June 13, 2023

The Intersection of Sexuality, Gender, and Parenting: A Conversation with Court Vox

What if embracing your sexuality could lead to a happier, more fulfilling life? Join Heather as she explores this captivating topic with the amazing Court Vox, a Certified Sex & Intimacy Coach, who shares his journey from cor...
June 6, 2023

The Power of Unity: Strengthening Support and Fighting for a Brighter Future

Happy Pride Month! This special episode is all about acknowledging the challenges our LGBTQ community is currently facing and exploring what we can do to make a difference. Heather shares updates and resources within the Chry...
May 30, 2023

Gender Magic: Achieving your Own Gender Freedom with Rae McDaniel

What if you could break free from the tiny box of gender expectations that society places on us from birth? Join our enlightening conversation with Rae McDaniel as we dive into the fascinating world of gender freedom. Rae sha...
May 24, 2023

How to Become a Savvy Ally with Jeannie Gainsburg

Jeannie Gainsburg, author of The Savvy Ally joins Heather in today's episode. Jeannie discusses her expertise in LGBTQ+ inclusion and allyship, sharing her experience with the LGBTQ+ community and the impact it has had on her...
May 16, 2023

The Coming Out Process: Stage 4 (Acceptance) Stage 5 (Pride) and Stage 6 (Synthesis)

Heather dives into stages four, five, and six of the coming out process, discussing how each stage represents a shift in acceptance and understanding of one's identity and orientation. From forming friendships and finding a s...
May 9, 2023

Fostering Deeper Family Bonds with Emotional Self-Care and Conscious Parenting Techniques with Maureen Spielman

Have you ever felt overwhelmed by the challenges of parenting and wondered if there's a better way to navigate the journey? We were thrilled to have an insightful discussion with Conscious Life Coach, Maureen Spielman. In our...
May 2, 2023

Embracing Authenticity: Genderfluidity, Self-Discovery, and Empowerment with Lori Sweetman

What does it truly mean to embrace your authentic self? Join Heather and Lori Sweetman, a gender and sexuality holistic life coach, as she shares her personal journey as a genderfluid lesbian and her mission to serve the LGBT...
April 18, 2023

The Coming Out Process: Stage 3 - Identity Tolerance

Continuing the Coming Out Process, Heather takes us through Stage 3 - Identity Tolearance. In this stage, the individual starts to come to terms and where seeking out a community for support, and safe spaces online and offl...
April 4, 2023

Odyssey Teen Camp: Embracing Diversity and Acceptance with Adam Simon

In this episode, we dive deep into the world of Odyssey Teen Camp, a safe and inclusive space for LGBTQ+ teens. Listen as Heather and her guest, Adam Simon, the Executive Director of Odyssey Teen Camp, explore the life-changi...
March 21, 2023

The Coming Out Process: Stage 2 - Awareness and Acknowledgment

Why Am I? Continuing with Coming Out Process, Heather dives into the next stage that sees your child moving from denial into becoming acutely aware of and beginning to acknowledge their truth. In this stage, your child may ...
March 7, 2023

From People Pleaser to Self-Love: The Journey to Embracing Your True Identity with Annie M Henderson

Annie M Henderson learned how to move away from the expectations placed up on her and became a people pleaser, doing what she thought people expected of her. Today she shares her journey of self-discovery and finding her aut...
Feb. 21, 2023

The Coming Out Process: Stage 1

Who Am I? The process of coming out is described as a developmental stage model that involves several stages, starting with identity and orientation confusion, where the child realizes they are different from their peers. In ...
Feb. 7, 2023

Tragedy, Loss and Love Amidst Family Crisis

Family is one of the most influential things in our lives, no matter what your feelings towards them are. Heather shares her personal story of her relationship with her sister, the loss of relationship during a time of celebr...
Jan. 24, 2023

Overcoming Gender Inequity in Schools with Jason Ablin

Gender disparity has always existed in the education system. As we become more aware of the inequity that happens between boys and girls, how does the construct of gender identity fall into this as well? It requires the abili...
Jan. 10, 2023

Gender Fluid Panel: What Does it Mean to Be Non-Binary?

Non-binary individuals have always existed, but as society progresses and discussions become more open, we are seeing more and more people identify with this. In this week’s episode, Heather put together a panel to discuss th...
Dec. 28, 2022

Rainbow Stories: Creating Connections Through Shared Experiences

Wherever you are in your journey, it is easy to succumb to the feeling that you are alone but we are here to tell you that you do not need to feel this way. Whatever is happening in your life, chances are that it happened in ...