The PMDD Healing Podcast

This last episode is a short Thank You from me, Charisma. I want to thank you from the deepest depths of my heart. It has been an absolute pleasure and honor to serve the PMDD community for the last few years. So many of you have reached out letting me know how much these expert interviews have helped you and I hope that they will continue to provide hope and guidance for our community. In my opinion, everything you need for your PMDD healing journey is contained in these 36 podcast episodes. Somewhere in here you will find your golden nugget, your first step towards healing. So I recommend that you listen to every episode, take notes, notice what triggers you and what intrigues you. And then take one little step by following the experts that you resonate with most and download or join their offers. This is your unique journey and you have what it takes to walk this path of healing! If you have any questions, you can always reach out to me or the experts. My email is CharismaWhitefeather@gmail.com and you can find me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/charisma.whitefeather/ I’m so grateful for you and all the wonderful humans I've met along the path. And please remember... Relief is Possible!

Le'Nise Brothers is an important part of the PMDD community and today I'm sharing her amazingly informative interview from the PMDD Healing Summit in 2021. Le’Nise is a yoga teacher and registered nutritionist, mBANT, mCNHC, specializing in women’s health, hormones and the menstrual cycle. She is also the host of the Period Story podcast, which aims to break taboos around menstrual health and hormones. Le’Nise has helped hundreds of women improve their menstrual and hormone health through her private practice and group programmes, her Instagram page and talks and workshops for the likes of Stylist, Channel 4, Boden, Ebay and TikTok. Her first book You Can Have A Better Period was released in March 2022. Le'Nise's Links: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eatlovemove You Can Have a Better Period: A Practical Guide to Pain-free and Calmer Periods https://linktr.ee/eatlovemove

Lisa de Jong is an important part of the PMDD and Endo communities and in this episode you'll get all the wisdom she shared with the PMDD Healing Summit in 2021. Lisa is a wellbeing and health coach specializing in the menstrual cycle, chronic pain, somatic mental health and nervous system regulation. She helps people to feel better in their bodies and improve other areas of their lives through a somatic approach. Her work is informed by neuroscience, biology, psychology as well as her own personal journey with chronic pain. She works with clients through private 1:1 work, group workshops and online courses. She offers free consultations and resources via her website. Lisa's Links: Download Free Resources: https://lisadejongcoaching.com/freebies Book a Free Consultation: https://lisadejongcoaching.com/contact Listen to Lisa’s Podcast: https://lisadejongcoaching.com/podcast-welcome

Ali Miller is a genius with relationships and communication and in this episode you'll get all the wisdom she shared with the PMDD Healing Summit in 2021. Ali has been a Marriage and Family Therapist for twenty years and she specializes in Couples Communication Coaching. As an online coach, she helps couples all over the world overcome communication challenges so they can love each other better. She helps couples shift out of the blame game and into heart-centered connection so they can spend less time fighting and more time doing what they do best: loving each other. Ali's Links: FREE Mini-Course: The 4 Steps to Stop Any Fight Without Giving In https://www.alimillercoaching.com/freeminicourse Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alimillercoaching/

Natalie Ryan Hebert is a huge part of the PMDD community and in this episode you'll get all the wisdom she shared with the PMDD Healing Summit in 2021. Natalie is the founder of The Red Tent Program for PMDD. She has helped hundreds of people all over the world to heal deep trauma, find freedom from limiting, negative belief patterns and step into their authentic selves to live the life they really deserve through her unique protocol which combines Rapid Transformational Therapy, hypnotherapy and metacognitive Psychology. She has combined all her professional and personal skills, knowledge and wisdom from her own personal journey of overcoming PMDD to create her program – "I have poured myself into it and it is my honour, purpose and privilege to do this important work". Natalie is also the mom of four amazing kids ranging in ages from 6 to 20. Originally from Australia she lives in Copenhagen with her Danish husband who works as a pediatrician. Natalie’s Links: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/natalieryanhebert/ Women Who Heal eBook: Click here to download You Are Worthy Hypnosis: https://natalieryanhebert.com/products/

Here is episode #2 of the Best of the PMDD Healing Podcast 2022. Your favorite expert shares her best pieces of advice, right here in this episode. And again, thank you so much for listening to this podcast and for being a part of our magical PMDD community. Enjoy part 2 of the Best of 2022. In this episode: Menstruation and Nervous System Expert - Lisa de Jong Your nervous system and your PMDD symptoms are connected. Plus: The importance between your hormones and triggered emotions. How to support yourself during PMDD luteal. Some of the things that I spoke about with Lisa: your PMDD symptoms and traumathe nervous systemfight-flight-freeze-fawn response support yourself regulate menstrual cycle awareness build a better relationship Lisa’s Links: 1. Download Free Resources: https://lisadejongcoaching.com/freebies 2. Listen to Lisa’s Podcast: https://lisadejongcoaching.com/podcast-welcome 3. Book a Free Consultation: https://lisadejongcoaching.com/contact More about Lisa: Lisa de Jong is a wellbeing and health coach specializing in the menstrual cycle, chronic pain, somatic mental health and nervous system regulation. She helps people to feel better in their bodies and improve other areas of their lives through a somatic approach. Her work is informed by neuroscience, biology, psychology as well as her own personal journey with chronic pain. She works with clients through private 1:1 work, group workshops and online courses. She offers free consultations and resources via her website.

Wow, what a year it has been! Thank you so much for listening to the podcast and for being a part of the PMDD community. And as a little holiday treat, I’m sharing your two favorite episodes of the year. So, sit back, grab a cup of hot tea with an extra spoonful of honey and enjoy your favorite experts from this year's PMDD Healing Podcast...Part 1. In this episode: PMDD Relationship Expert - Rose Alkattan How do I stop breaking up with my partner every month? Plus: How to keep the peace even in luteal. Getting the support you need from your partner. Some of the things that I spoke about with Rose: support you better keep the peace more connection and intimacy get rid of built-up anger not the cause Rose's Links: 1. PMDD Partners Support Group: https://www.inlovewithpmdd.com/group/pmdd-partners-support-group/about 2. FREE Guide - Manage Your PMDD Rage in Relationships: https://www.inlovewithpmdd.com/ 3. Private PMDD Partners Sessions: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe 4. In Love With PMDD Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-love-with-pmdd/id1577110780

Magic Mushrooms for PMDD healing. Plus: Live your best life 75% of the time. How to create a happy, purpose-driven life. Some of the other amazing things that I spoke about with Tina: your best life Magic Mushrooms mental and emotional wellness define your happy Tina's Links: Book - Woman in The Basement: https://www.amazon.com/Woman-Basement-Live-Your-Best/dp/B08D4H2W93 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/womaninthebasement/ Website: https://www.womaninthebasement.com/ More about Tina: Tina Williams is the author of Woman in the basement How To Live Your Best Life 75% of The Time She is a longtime sufferer of premenstrual dysphoric disorder, otherwise known as PMDD. Her journey through life as a sufferer offers unique self-development perspectives and alternative ways of approaching women’s mental health issues. Before her diagnosis, she earned a Masters in Information Systems and navigated the world of the hi-tech industry, studying systems and how components interact with one another. She loves to travel with her two children and go on long runs with her dog Lucky. When she’s alone you can find her writing and micro dosing psilocybin. "There is no definition of done, we don’t reach the peak and stop climbing. When we finally reach the top, we simply turn around to show others the way, lifting them up to walk alongside us."

Dialectical Behavioral Therapy for lasting PMDD relief. Plus: A feminist view on healing. What's patriarchy got to do with it?! Some of the other things that Cynthia spoke about: Cynthia's Links: Book your free Consultation: https://calendly.com/wildmoontherapy/complementary Website: https://wildmoontherapy.com More about Cynthia: Cynthia is a psychotherapist specializing in women’s emotional wellness and the owner of the Denver-based Wild Moon Integrative Therapies. Cynthia’s approach is embodied, mindful, trauma-informed, and feminist; she offers counseling and coaching to women experiencing challenges with moods, menstrual cycles, and other life transitions. She has studied in depth with renowned experts in the field of women’s health and psychology, as well as the burgeoning field of mindfulness. While she currently primarily works with people individually, she plans to start a remote Women’s Dialectical Behavior Therapy Group, as well as an online course in the coming months. As a PMDD survivor herself, she strives to be the healer / therapist / wise woman guide that she could never find.

Empowering yourself to heal and rise beyond PMDD. Plus: Why embodiment is so important. How to influence your menstrual experience. Some of the other things that I spoke about with Dr. Roxanne: Dr. Roxanne's Links: FREE - Stop the Thought Loop Mini-Course: https://embodyperiod.com/ FREE - Energy Refresh Course: https://embodyperiod.com/cart/?add-to-cart=2266&quantity=1 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/embodyperiod/ More about Dr. Roxanne: Dr. Roxanne is a depth psychologist, relational sexuality practitioner, and menstruality advocate known for inspiring and guiding womxn into embodying their unique, sustainable, fullness. She believes that the path to your authentic, sovereign, empowered embodiment includes moving through the potent and complex thresholds of menstruality and sexuality. In the creative and catalytic containers of Roxanne’s private practice and immersive workshops, she shows womxn the way to embody their dynamic empowered fullness, from the depths up and out.

A surprising natural remedy for PMDD relief and how it works. Plus: How to unlock your own healing potential with seed cycling. Some of the things that I spoke about with Rochelle: Rochelle’s Links: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seedcycleblend/ Seed Cycle Blend Website: https://seedcycleblend.com/ (Use discount code FIRSTSCB for 10%off your first order) Your Expert: Rochelle Marreiros is the founder of Seed Cycle Blend. A company that shares a hormone balancing protocol called seed cycling through their products and resources. She discovered seed cycling after suffering horrible cycle symptoms for the majority of her menstruating years. She had the means to work with Naturopathic Doctors around the world and bring seed cycling to more cycling people worldwide. She believes that seed cycling is a therapy that can unlock your own healing potential and biohack the power of your cycle.

How to advocate for yourself at the doctor's office. What's up with PMDD research? Plus: Why is peer support so important? How IAPMD can support you. Some other things that I spoke about with Laura: IAPMD Laura's Links: Donate to IAPMD: https://iapmd.org/donate-now Free Resources for PMDD Warriors: https://iapmd.org/toolkit Doctor's Appointment Checklist: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1jFKoXj7S-GmW7Yjk3ibfcn4ny3buzQ7Y/view More about Laura: Laura Murphy is the Director of Education and Awareness at IAPMD. She lives in Kent in the UK, and has been involved with IAPMD since 2017. And she is also the founder of the Vicious Cycle Awareness Campaign.

Tools and tips from a couples therapist on how to be a better partner. Plus: Manage out-of-control PMDD emotions. How to not hurt your partner during luteal. Some other things that Valerie spoke about: What to do when you’re stuck in anger or anxiety. How awareness and acceptance can help you ride the waves of your hormonal cycle. How you can communicate better in your relationship. Simple ways to bring back the connection and intimacy. Signs that they aren't THE ONE. Valerie's Links: Free phone consultation: https://www.valallencounseling.com/ Blog Post: Moods and Hormones https://www.valallencounseling.com/single-post/moods-hormones-sanity-marriage Your Expert: Valerie is a licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, providing therapy for adults, adolescents, and couples. She became a therapist because she wanted to help others learn and grow through their experiences and find peace and happiness in their lives. Valerie believes that every person has life experiences that include good times and hard times, and it is through the hard times that we learn the most about ourselves and about life. ------------------ PS. Valerie's workshop during the summit was amazing!! To stay in the loop for more workshops and PMDD events, make sure that you get on the PMDD Community Update list: CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP

The research behind the benefits of yoga and meditation. Plus: How does yoga help relieve PMDD symptoms? What about meditation? What is Yoga Nidra? Some of the other things that Catherine and I spoke about: Tools to copeThe researchhow to make yoga and meditation easytrack your cycleWhat Yoga Nidra isfor the luteal phase Catherine's Links: FREE Cycle Tracker & Journal: https://www.yoganaraska.com/product-page/the-ultimate-pmdd-warrior-cycle-tracker-journal FREE Yoga & Guided Meditation for PMDD Relief: http://www.yoganaraska.com/yogaforyourpmddcycle Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yoganaraska/ Catherine's Bio: Catherine van Warmerdam is a yoga teacher from Ontario, Canada. She has lived with PMDD for 15 years, and is passionate about raising awareness about this condition. She is a self-described "research nerd", and loves to learn about the brain and body, and apply this information to her yoga teachings. She is particularly interested in learning about how yoga and meditation can impact the brain. Catherine believes that yoga has enormous potential for people to improve their relationships with themselves - especially those with PMDD, who often struggle with self-acceptance and self-love (including accepting their "luteal selves").

Nutrition and supplements to find relief from your symptoms. Plus: Which nutrients are essential for different parts of your cycle? A great alternative for your morning coffee. Some of the other things that I spoke about with Monica: Your PMDD Expert: Monica Grohne is the founder and CEO of Marea Wellness. For 17 years Monica suffered from PMS so bad that she thought she may be bipolar. But after exploring her symptoms more intricately she was diagnosed with PMDD. With the help of leading OBGYNs, nutritionists, psychologists and her own obsessive research she found a whole health solution that provided real relief and support for her symptoms. At that point she vowed to bring education, community and solutions to all women suffering. Monica founded Marea to empower women to take charge of their menstrual health through nutrition and lifestyle changes. Monica’s Links: Cycle Alignment Cheatsheet: https://mareawellness.com/pages/cycle-alignment-cheat-sheet Website: https://mareawellness.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mareawellness

Taking care of your spiritual and mental health so you can show up in relationships. Plus: Guided heart meditation. How to practice self-compassion and self-acceptance. Why meditation isn't hard. Some of the things that Brittany shared: Your Expert: Brittany Tackett is a transpersonal coach, yoga and meditation teacher, and founder of HeartFirst Education, whose mission is to educate the whole person, heart first. Brittany’s approach to healing and wellness is holistic and encompasses all aspects of the human experience: mind, body, and spirit. Her signature program Lean into Love, helps women get out of their heads and into their hearts. Brittany's Links: FREE 5-Day Self Love Challenge: https://heartfirsteducation.ac-page.com/selflove-challenge Join the PMDD Healing Podcast Newsletter for updates, special events and offers: http://eepurl.com/hCjBlX

Moving beyond grief and anger. Plus: What healing really looks like. Learning to reclaim your self again. Some of the other things that I spoke about with Vindina: where to startwhy we disconnect create more safety mourning and healing your anger Your Expert: Vindina Mitha is a person who has become a patron of reclaiming herself from decades of self abandonment. And she has chosen to share her self-discovery journey as a guide to others so that they don't have to figure it out - on their lonesome. As an introvert, Vindina knows all too well that if your cup is not overflowing into your saucer... and if you are not serving from your saucer.....then you are not choosing you. Vindina's hope is to bring your attention back to you, a priceless treasure that has become even more valuable because you have been broken, cracked, chipped and dented. Vindina guides you to find your gold... in the cracks... because that is what makes you even more beautiful and unique. And she loves how more beautiful, confident, energetic & fulfilled people become when they serve from cups overflowing into their saucers. Vindina's Links: FREE Guide - Embrace your Wholeness: https://tinyurl.com/soulfoodfreedomPMDDSummit Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soulfoodfreedom/ Join the PMDD Healing Podcast Newsletter for updates, special events and offers: http://eepurl.com/hCjBlX

Take your power back from PMDD. Plus: How to deal with intrusive thoughts. Using thought boxes for a calm mind. Some of the things that I spoke about with Amy: Why it takes a village to manage PMDD. The things that only you can do to help your PMDD symptoms. How you can make better decisions in your luteal phase. Practical tools and tips to stay calm - even in luteal. Your Expert: Amy Viola is a clinical hypnotherapist, mindset coach and emotional health practitioner. She uses a range of science-based techniques to help women and AFAB individuals with PMDD empower themselves to take healthy control over their thoughts, behaviors, emotions and ultimately their PMDD symptoms, allowing them to live life to the full, in a sustainable, calm and fulfilling way. She believes that strengthening your mind and emotional center is just as crucial as exercising or drinking water and that the quality of your mindset dictates the quality of your life, no matter what it throws at you. Amy's Links: FREE Turnaround Audio - Calm the F**k Down in 10 Minutes: https://www.subscribepage.com/10-minute-turnaround FREE Guide - 7 Ways YOU Can Help Your PMDD Symptoms: https://www.subscribepage.com/pmdd-symptoms-guide Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nurturepmddnaturally/ Join the PMDD Healing Podcast Newsletter for updates, special events and offers: http://eepurl.com/hCjBlX

PMDD pain relief with Command Cell Therapy. Plus: What your PMDD symptoms are really telling you. The most important tool for your healing journey. Some of the other important things I spoke about with Rachel: PMDD symptomspushing away painyour beliefsyour inner voice grow your confidence and self-love Your Expert: Rachel Lynn Fox is a PMDD Holistic Hypnotherapist and Coach. After personally experiencing profound healing from PMDD, she trained and certified in the same therapy that saved her. Her work is all about healing at a subconscious level so that negative beliefs are reframed and therefore no longer triggered when the hormones shift. She uses Rapid Transformational Therapy with coaching and menstrual cycle awareness, which creates deep lasting change in her clients. It is now her life’s work to help bring awareness to PMDD and that there is healing and there is hope. Rachel's Links: Transformational Program For PMDD: https://rachellynnfox.com/pmdd-program Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rachellynnfox/ Join the PMDD Healing Podcast Newsletter for updates, special events and offers: http://eepurl.com/hCjBlX

Balance your hormones, fix crappy periods, get your energy back. Plus: Supplements for PMDD peeps. The HPA axis. Why the liver is so important for our hormone health. Some other things that Dr. Erin spoke about: heal your hormonesHormone tests magnesium foods you should avoid The pill Your Expert: Dr. Ellis is a Naturopathic Doctor who helps menstruators balance hormones, fix crappy periods and regain energy they once had to be their happiest, healthiest selves. In 2010 Dr. Ellis was diagnosed with a rare form of Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma which was the turning point in her life. Having had a cancer diagnosis at such a young age, Dr. Ellis’s mission is to empower others to take control of their health. Life is too short to feel sub-optimal and given the right tools, your body has the innate ability to heal itself. When she’s not empowering others to become their best versions, Dr. Ellis enjoys spending time helping her community, spending time with her dogs, having game nights with family and friends and making new memories with her Fireman. Dr. Erin's Links: FREE Quiz: Do You Have The Perfect Period https://perfectperiod.hopenaturalhealth.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.erinellis Join the PMDD Healing Podcast Newsletter for updates, special events and offers: http://eepurl.com/hCjBlX