https://simplecast.com Ask Dr. Louise Ask Dr. Louise is a thought-provoking podcast where renowned interventionist and author Dr. Louise Stanger explores the complexities of addiction, mental health, and family dynamics. With decades of experience, she offers expert insight, compassionate guidance, and real conversations designed to educate, empower, and inspire lasting transformation. en Thu, 16 Jul 2026 13:00:00 +0000 Thu, 16 Jul 2026 13:00:11 +0000 https://ask-dr-louise-925f38ac.simplecast.com Ask Dr. Louise https://image.simplecastcdn.com/images/68003fc9-02e2-4459-a041-78174ed684b2/82d29b6e-101b-41de-89ae-b216c093acf3/3000x3000/dr_20louise_20podcast_20cover.jpg?aid=rss_feed https://ask-dr-louise-925f38ac.simplecast.com episodic Ask Dr. Louise is a thought-provoking podcast where renowned interventionist and author Dr. Louise Stanger explores the complexities of addiction, mental health, and family dynamics. With decades of experience, she offers expert insight, compassionate guidance, and real conversations designed to educate, empower, and inspire lasting transformation. Dr. Louise Stanger false https://feeds.simplecast.com/uwY_K1wN Dr. Louise Stanger fieldswellstudios@gmail.com 68da1b8c-9712-477d-b0bf-c2d761ca0635 The Power of Feeling Beautiful: Makeup Artist Allison Elliott on Confidence and Self-Worth What if beauty wasn't about perfection—but about confidence?

In this uplifting episode of Ask Dr. Louise, Dr. Louise sits down with celebrity and bridal makeup artist Allison Elliott for a heartfelt conversation about beauty, confidence, entrepreneurship, and discovering your true worth. While Allison has spent decades helping brides, celebrities, and women of all ages look their best, her greatest passion isn't makeup—it's helping people feel beautiful from the inside out.

Allison shares her inspiring journey from earning a business degree at her father's encouragement to leaving corporate America, moving to New York City, and building a successful career in the beauty industry. From working at Sephora and learning under legendary makeup artist Laura Geller to New York Fashion Week, celebrity clients, and now owning a luxury bridal beauty agency, Allison's story is one of courage, creativity, and following your calling.

Together, Dr. Louise and Allison explore why confidence begins long before the makeup brush, how positive self-talk changes the way we see ourselves, and why every woman deserves to feel radiant—whether it's on her wedding day or an ordinary Tuesday.

In this episode, you will learn:

  • Allison's journey from corporate America to becoming a professional makeup artist
  • How following your passion can lead to a fulfilling career
  • Why beauty starts with confidence and self-worth
  • The emotional transformation makeup can create
  • Working with brides, celebrities, and women of every age
  • The importance of enhancing—not hiding—your natural beauty
  • Building confidence through positive self-talk
  • Why comparison steals confidence
  • Starting and growing a successful bridal beauty business
  • Lessons learned from entrepreneurship
  • Finding purpose by reconnecting with what you loved as a child
  • Why taking care of your health contributes to feeling beautiful
  • Allison's experience getting married later in life and what it taught her about love

Connect with Allison:

Website: https://allisonvalebeauty.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/allison.elliott.503

Connect with Dr. Louise:

Website: https://www.allaboutinterventions.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/allaboutinterventions/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drlouisestanger/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drlouisestanger

]]> Thu, 16 Jul 2026 13:00:00 +0000 fieldswellstudios@gmail.com (Dr. Louise Stanger, Allison Elliott) https://ask-dr-louise-925f38ac.simplecast.com/episodes/the-power-of-feeling-beautiful-makeup-artist-allison-elliott-on-confidence-and-self-worth-38k9qsuO What if beauty wasn't about perfection—but about confidence?

In this uplifting episode of Ask Dr. Louise, Dr. Louise sits down with celebrity and bridal makeup artist Allison Elliott for a heartfelt conversation about beauty, confidence, entrepreneurship, and discovering your true worth. While Allison has spent decades helping brides, celebrities, and women of all ages look their best, her greatest passion isn't makeup—it's helping people feel beautiful from the inside out.

Allison shares her inspiring journey from earning a business degree at her father's encouragement to leaving corporate America, moving to New York City, and building a successful career in the beauty industry. From working at Sephora and learning under legendary makeup artist Laura Geller to New York Fashion Week, celebrity clients, and now owning a luxury bridal beauty agency, Allison's story is one of courage, creativity, and following your calling.

Together, Dr. Louise and Allison explore why confidence begins long before the makeup brush, how positive self-talk changes the way we see ourselves, and why every woman deserves to feel radiant—whether it's on her wedding day or an ordinary Tuesday.

In this episode, you will learn:

  • Allison's journey from corporate America to becoming a professional makeup artist
  • How following your passion can lead to a fulfilling career
  • Why beauty starts with confidence and self-worth
  • The emotional transformation makeup can create
  • Working with brides, celebrities, and women of every age
  • The importance of enhancing—not hiding—your natural beauty
  • Building confidence through positive self-talk
  • Why comparison steals confidence
  • Starting and growing a successful bridal beauty business
  • Lessons learned from entrepreneurship
  • Finding purpose by reconnecting with what you loved as a child
  • Why taking care of your health contributes to feeling beautiful
  • Allison's experience getting married later in life and what it taught her about love

Connect with Allison:

Website: https://allisonvalebeauty.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/allison.elliott.503

Connect with Dr. Louise:

Website: https://www.allaboutinterventions.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/allaboutinterventions/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drlouisestanger/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drlouisestanger

]]> The Power of Feeling Beautiful: Makeup Artist Allison Elliott on Confidence and Self-Worth Dr. Louise Stanger, Allison Elliott 00:25:51 What if beauty wasn't about perfection—but about confidence? In this uplifting episode of Ask Dr. Louise, Dr. Louise sits down with celebrity and bridal makeup artist Allison Elliott for a heartfelt conversation about beauty, confidence, entrepreneurship, and discovering your true worth. While Allison has spent decades helping brides, celebrities, and women of all ages look their best, her greatest passion isn't makeup—it's helping people feel beautiful from the inside out. Allison shares her inspiring journey from earning a business degree at her father's encouragement to leaving corporate America, moving to New York City, and building a successful career in the beauty industry. From working at Sephora and learning under legendary makeup artist Laura Geller to New York Fashion Week, celebrity clients, and now owning a luxury bridal beauty agency, Allison's story is one of courage, creativity, and following your calling. Together, Dr. Louise and Allison explore why confidence begins long before the makeup brush, how positive self-talk changes the way we see ourselves, and why every woman deserves to feel radiant—whether it's on her wedding day or an ordinary Tuesday. In this episode, you will learn: Allison's journey from corporate America to becoming a professional makeup artist How following your passion can lead to a fulfilling career Why beauty starts with confidence and self-worth The emotional transformation makeup can create Working with brides, celebrities, and women of every age The importance of enhancing—not hiding—your natural beauty Building confidence through positive self-talk Why comparison steals confidence Starting and growing a successful bridal beauty business Lessons learned from entrepreneurship Finding purpose by reconnecting with what you loved as a child Why taking care of your health contributes to feeling beautiful Allison's experience getting married later in life and what it taught her about love Connect with Allison: Website: https://allisonvalebeauty.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/allison.elliott.503 Connect with Dr. Louise: Website: https://www.allaboutinterventions.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/allaboutinterventions/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drlouisestanger/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drlouisestanger What if beauty wasn't about perfection—but about confidence? In this uplifting episode of Ask Dr. Louise, Dr. Louise sits down with celebrity and bridal makeup artist Allison Elliott for a heartfelt conversation about beauty, confidence, entrepreneurship, and discovering your true worth. While Allison has spent decades helping brides, celebrities, and women of all ages look their best, her greatest passion isn't makeup—it's helping people feel beautiful from the inside out. Allison shares her inspiring journey from earning a business degree at her father's encouragement to leaving corporate America, moving to New York City, and building a successful career in the beauty industry. From working at Sephora and learning under legendary makeup artist Laura Geller to New York Fashion Week, celebrity clients, and now owning a luxury bridal beauty agency, Allison's story is one of courage, creativity, and following your calling. Together, Dr. Louise and Allison explore why confidence begins long before the makeup brush, how positive self-talk changes the way we see ourselves, and why every woman deserves to feel radiant—whether it's on her wedding day or an ordinary Tuesday. In this episode, you will learn: Allison's journey from corporate America to becoming a professional makeup artist How following your passion can lead to a fulfilling career Why beauty starts with confidence and self-worth The emotional transformation makeup can create Working with brides, celebrities, and women of every age The importance of enhancing—not hiding—your natural beauty Building confidence through positive self-talk Why comparison steals confidence Starting and growing a successful bridal beauty business Lessons learned from entrepreneurship Finding purpose by reconnecting with what you loved as a child Why taking care of your health contributes to feeling beautiful Allison's experience getting married later in life and what it taught her about love Connect with Allison: Website: https://allisonvalebeauty.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/allison.elliott.503 Connect with Dr. Louise: Website: https://www.allaboutinterventions.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/allaboutinterventions/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drlouisestanger/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drlouisestanger dr louise stanger, confidence building, allison elliott, entrepreneurship, women's empowerment, wedding makeup artist, ask dr louise podcast, bridal makeup, makeup artist, self love, beauty and wellness, beauty confidence, self worth, women in business, personal growth false full 10 0c70c5b4-9e82-4bb0-90f7-647739b174a9 Comprehensive Healing: Finding the Root Cause of Trauma, Addiction & Mental Illness with Dr. James Flowers Dr. Louise introduces her podcast Ask Dr. Louise and interviews longtime friend and collaborator Dr. James Flowers, CEO of J. Flowers Health Institute in Houston, Texas. They recount meeting in Las Vegas and discuss why their work aligns: an academic, research-driven, precision-based approach that prioritizes deep empathy, selectivity with complex cases, and spending hours with patients rather than relying on time-limited group formats. Flowers explains the Institute’s comprehensive 360-degree diagnostic evaluation, which he describes as a “living MRI” to pinpoint root causes and prevent relapse, emphasizing the need to rule out medical issues. He shares cases where imaging revealed a pituitary tumor and a brain worm misdiagnosed as psychiatric illness. Flowers and Louise discuss trauma, including Flowers’ childhood losses and his “superpower” of compartmentalization, and he advises families to seek comprehensive, well-evaluated treatment beyond what is found via online ads.

TIMESTAMPS

  • 00:00 Podcast Mission
  • 00:54 Meet Dr James Flowers
  • 02:01 How We First Met
  • 03:06 Why Our Approach Works
  • 06:16 Inside J Flowers Institute
  • 10:03 Medical Mysteries Solved
  • 18:21 Trauma Stories Shared
  • 21:33 Choosing The Right Treatment
  • 25:42 Superpower And Healing
  • 27:44 Whats Next And Contact
  • 30:18 Final Thoughts

Connect with Dr. James:

Website: https://jflowershealth.com/

Connect with Dr. Louise:

Website: https://www.allaboutinterventions.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/allaboutinterventions/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drlouisestanger/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drlouisestanger

]]> Thu, 2 Jul 2026 13:26:20 +0000 fieldswellstudios@gmail.com (Dr. Louise Stanger, Dr. James Flowers) https://ask-dr-louise-925f38ac.simplecast.com/episodes/comprehensive-healing-finding-the-root-cause-of-trauma-addiction-mental-illness-with-dr-james-flowers-16Rd24vD Dr. Louise introduces her podcast Ask Dr. Louise and interviews longtime friend and collaborator Dr. James Flowers, CEO of J. Flowers Health Institute in Houston, Texas. They recount meeting in Las Vegas and discuss why their work aligns: an academic, research-driven, precision-based approach that prioritizes deep empathy, selectivity with complex cases, and spending hours with patients rather than relying on time-limited group formats. Flowers explains the Institute’s comprehensive 360-degree diagnostic evaluation, which he describes as a “living MRI” to pinpoint root causes and prevent relapse, emphasizing the need to rule out medical issues. He shares cases where imaging revealed a pituitary tumor and a brain worm misdiagnosed as psychiatric illness. Flowers and Louise discuss trauma, including Flowers’ childhood losses and his “superpower” of compartmentalization, and he advises families to seek comprehensive, well-evaluated treatment beyond what is found via online ads.

TIMESTAMPS

  • 00:00 Podcast Mission
  • 00:54 Meet Dr James Flowers
  • 02:01 How We First Met
  • 03:06 Why Our Approach Works
  • 06:16 Inside J Flowers Institute
  • 10:03 Medical Mysteries Solved
  • 18:21 Trauma Stories Shared
  • 21:33 Choosing The Right Treatment
  • 25:42 Superpower And Healing
  • 27:44 Whats Next And Contact
  • 30:18 Final Thoughts

Connect with Dr. James:

Website: https://jflowershealth.com/

Connect with Dr. Louise:

Website: https://www.allaboutinterventions.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/allaboutinterventions/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drlouisestanger/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drlouisestanger

]]> Comprehensive Healing: Finding the Root Cause of Trauma, Addiction & Mental Illness with Dr. James Flowers Dr. Louise Stanger, Dr. James Flowers 00:31:21 Dr. Louise introduces her podcast Ask Dr. Louise and interviews longtime friend and collaborator Dr. James Flowers, CEO of J. Flowers Health Institute in Houston, Texas, discussing their shared academic, research-driven, precision-based approach to complex mental health cases, emphasizing comprehensive diagnostics, one-on-one care without strict time limits, and strong therapeutic alliance. Flowers explains he created the institute to address gaps in group-based, time-limited treatment, describing a 360-degree “living MRI” evaluation to identify root causes. He shares cases where medical workups changed psychiatric assumptions, including a pituitary tumor causing aberrant behavior and a student misdiagnosed with schizophrenia who had a brain parasite. They discuss trauma, with Flowers recounting severe childhood losses and describing compartmentalization as his early “superpower,” while highlighting ongoing therapy and helping families heal. Flowers shares institute contact details and encourages careful, informed treatment selection. Dr. Louise introduces her podcast Ask Dr. Louise and interviews longtime friend and collaborator Dr. James Flowers, CEO of J. Flowers Health Institute in Houston, Texas, discussing their shared academic, research-driven, precision-based approach to complex mental health cases, emphasizing comprehensive diagnostics, one-on-one care without strict time limits, and strong therapeutic alliance. Flowers explains he created the institute to address gaps in group-based, time-limited treatment, describing a 360-degree “living MRI” evaluation to identify root causes. He shares cases where medical workups changed psychiatric assumptions, including a pituitary tumor causing aberrant behavior and a student misdiagnosed with schizophrenia who had a brain parasite. They discuss trauma, with Flowers recounting severe childhood losses and describing compartmentalization as his early “superpower,” while highlighting ongoing therapy and helping families heal. Flowers shares institute contact details and encourages careful, informed treatment selection. family support, personal development podcast, addiction treatment, clinical excellence, trauma is your superpower, brain health, comprehensive diagnostic evaluation, recovery resources, healthcare innovation, root cause medicine, psychiatric assessment, neuropsychology, recovery expert, wellness podcast, trauma recovery, family healing, medical evaluation, mental health treatment, psychology, generational trauma, family recovery, psychological evaluation, brain imaging, dr james flowers interview, recovery journey, healing from trauma, post traumatic growth, mental health podcast, ask dr louise podcast, ptsd, mental health, dr. james flowers, resilience, dual diagnosis, precision medicine, childhood trauma, therapeutic alliance, healing journey., mental wellness, co-occurring disorders, behavioral health, dr. louise stanger, addiction recovery, alcoholism, holistic mental health, complex mental health, j flowers health institute, intervention, emotional healing false full 9 2ffe1b07-8330-4747-bf11-3ab6318efdea From Family Crisis to Global Impact: Jessica Sarowitz on Trauma, Healing, and Purpose On Ask Dr. Louise, Dr. Louise Stanger interviews Jessica Sarowitz, who shares how a desperate call for help during her 17-year-old son’s mental health crisis led their family to unite, avoid triangulation, and support an intervention alongside peers, contributing to his progress and upcoming college graduation and his interest in helping others in mental health. Sarowitz describes her work as managing partner of 4S Bay Partners and the Julian Grace Foundation, spanning payroll/HR, real estate, investment analysis, film and documentaries, and philanthropy supporting immigrant children’s rights, an arts-and-technology center in Akko, Israel, and a major Stocker Street Creative development in Baldwin Hills. The conversation covers parenting values, transparency, learning from mistakes, curiosity across cultures, Sarowitz’s childhood abuse and reclaiming her story, travel and scuba diving, goals for the future, gratitude, and maintaining mental health support networks.

  • 00:00 Podcast Preview
  • 00:49 Meet Jessica Sarowitz
  • 01:44 Crisis Call for Help
  • 03:08 David’s Recovery Journey
  • 04:26 Unified Family Support
  • 09:20 Career and Foundation Work
  • 13:00 Global Community Projects
  • 15:47 Parenting Values and Curiosity
  • 20:42 Owning Trauma and Healing
  • 23:18 Travel and Scuba Adventures
  • 26:49 What’s Next and Housing
  • 32:03 Authenticity and Tough Stuff
  • 33:39 Aging and Future Goals
  • 37:19 Support Networks and Closing

Connect with Jessica:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessica-p-sarowitz-48ba59142

Kennedy Human Rights Info: https://kennedyhumanrights.org/person/jessica-p-sarowitz/

Connect with Dr. Louise:

Website: https://www.allaboutinterventions.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/allaboutinterventions/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drlouisestanger/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drlouisestanger

]]> Thu, 18 Jun 2026 16:35:29 +0000 fieldswellstudios@gmail.com (Jessica Sarowitz, Dr. Louise Stanger) https://ask-dr-louise-925f38ac.simplecast.com/episodes/from-family-crisis-to-global-impact-jessica-sarowitz-on-trauma-healing-and-purpose-Z_GWK_Z3 On Ask Dr. Louise, Dr. Louise Stanger interviews Jessica Sarowitz, who shares how a desperate call for help during her 17-year-old son’s mental health crisis led their family to unite, avoid triangulation, and support an intervention alongside peers, contributing to his progress and upcoming college graduation and his interest in helping others in mental health. Sarowitz describes her work as managing partner of 4S Bay Partners and the Julian Grace Foundation, spanning payroll/HR, real estate, investment analysis, film and documentaries, and philanthropy supporting immigrant children’s rights, an arts-and-technology center in Akko, Israel, and a major Stocker Street Creative development in Baldwin Hills. The conversation covers parenting values, transparency, learning from mistakes, curiosity across cultures, Sarowitz’s childhood abuse and reclaiming her story, travel and scuba diving, goals for the future, gratitude, and maintaining mental health support networks.

  • 00:00 Podcast Preview
  • 00:49 Meet Jessica Sarowitz
  • 01:44 Crisis Call for Help
  • 03:08 David’s Recovery Journey
  • 04:26 Unified Family Support
  • 09:20 Career and Foundation Work
  • 13:00 Global Community Projects
  • 15:47 Parenting Values and Curiosity
  • 20:42 Owning Trauma and Healing
  • 23:18 Travel and Scuba Adventures
  • 26:49 What’s Next and Housing
  • 32:03 Authenticity and Tough Stuff
  • 33:39 Aging and Future Goals
  • 37:19 Support Networks and Closing

Connect with Jessica:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessica-p-sarowitz-48ba59142

Kennedy Human Rights Info: https://kennedyhumanrights.org/person/jessica-p-sarowitz/

Connect with Dr. Louise:

Website: https://www.allaboutinterventions.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/allaboutinterventions/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drlouisestanger/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drlouisestanger

]]> From Family Crisis to Global Impact: Jessica Sarowitz on Trauma, Healing, and Purpose Jessica Sarowitz, Dr. Louise Stanger 00:44:44 On Ask Dr. Louise, Dr. Louise Stanger interviews Jessica Sarowitz, who recounts first contacting Dr. Stanger during a desperate period when her 17-year-old son experienced a severe mental health breakdown; she emphasizes the importance of a unified family approach, avoiding triangulation, and the role of peers in supporting treatment, and shares that David is now graduating college and pursuing mental health work. Sarowitz describes leading For Us Bay Partners, a single-family office with payroll/HR, real estate, investments, film, and philanthropy through the Julian Grace Foundation, including projects like Stocker Street Creative in Baldwin Hills and support for unaccompanied immigrant minors and a Jewish-Muslim/Palestinian educational center in Akko. They discuss parenting values, curiosity across cultures, learning from failure, Sarowitz’s childhood abuse and reclaiming her story, travel and scuba diving goals, aging, gratitude, mental health “maintenance,” and Stanger’s goals at 80 and her book Trauma Is Your Superpower. On Ask Dr. Louise, Dr. Louise Stanger interviews Jessica Sarowitz, who recounts first contacting Dr. Stanger during a desperate period when her 17-year-old son experienced a severe mental health breakdown; she emphasizes the importance of a unified family approach, avoiding triangulation, and the role of peers in supporting treatment, and shares that David is now graduating college and pursuing mental health work. Sarowitz describes leading For Us Bay Partners, a single-family office with payroll/HR, real estate, investments, film, and philanthropy through the Julian Grace Foundation, including projects like Stocker Street Creative in Baldwin Hills and support for unaccompanied immigrant minors and a Jewish-Muslim/Palestinian educational center in Akko. They discuss parenting values, curiosity across cultures, learning from failure, Sarowitz’s childhood abuse and reclaiming her story, travel and scuba diving goals, aging, gratitude, mental health “maintenance,” and Stanger’s goals at 80 and her book Trauma Is Your Superpower. family mental health, community development, trauma is your superpower, parenting advice, women empowering women, college mental health, personal growth podcast, women in leadership, forest bay partners, affordable housing initiatives, entrepreneur interview, emotional resilience, family values, overcoming adversity, resilience and recovery, healthy aging, personal transformation, recovery and hope, healing from trauma, parenting through crisis, curiosity and empathy, ask dr louise podcast, philanthropy and social impact, lifelong learning, cross cultural understanding, philanthropy podcast, leadership and purpose, women entrepreneurs, gratitude practice, childhood trauma healing, mental health advocacy, supporting loved ones with mental illness, documentary filmmaking, jessica sarowitz, social responsibility, mental health recovery, inspirational stories podcast, childhood abuse survivor, purpose driven leadership, family office leadership false full 8 63ef3b07-fd52-4b2a-ae96-b45f08c45c6e Trauma Is Your Superpower: Turning Pain into Purpose with Dr. Louise Stanger In this special episode of Ask Dr. Louise, the tables are turned as transformational coach and Fieldswell founder Lauren Fields interviews Dr. Louise Stanger about her powerful new book, Trauma Is Your Superpower. Together, they explore how life's most painful experiences can become the foundation for resilience, healing, personal growth, and purpose.

Drawing from her own deeply personal experiences—including the suicide of her father when she was a child, multiple sudden losses, and decades of work helping others navigate adversity—Dr. Louise shares how trauma shapes us, challenges us, and ultimately offers opportunities for transformation.

Rather than viewing trauma solely through the lens of suffering, Dr. Louise introduces a compelling new perspective: every superhero has an origin story, and our greatest wounds often become the source of our greatest strengths. Through storytelling, practical exercises, and compassionate insight, she encourages listeners to embrace vulnerability, develop resilience, and discover the hidden gifts that emerge from life's most difficult chapters.

In this episode you will hear about:

  • Why every superhero has an origin story—and so do we
  • The difference between trauma, resilience, and post-traumatic growth
  • Dr. Louise's personal story of losing her father to suicide
  • How hidden trauma shapes identity and behavior
  • Why vulnerability is a strength, not a weakness
  • The power of sharing your story with trusted people
  • Moving beyond victimhood and into growth
  • How grief evolves over time
  • The importance of empathy versus sympathy
  • Developing boundaries, emotional intelligence, and self-awareness
  • How trauma can become a source of purpose and service
  • Why healing isn't linear
  • Learning to "fall up" after life's setbacks

Connect with Dr. Louise:

Website: https://www.allaboutinterventions.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/allaboutinterventions/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drlouisestanger/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drlouisestanger

]]> Thu, 4 Jun 2026 13:00:00 +0000 fieldswellstudios@gmail.com (Dr. Louise Stanger, Lauren Fields) https://ask-dr-louise-925f38ac.simplecast.com/episodes/trauma-is-your-superpower-turning-pain-into-purpose-with-dr-louise-stanger-daXkjwfi In this special episode of Ask Dr. Louise, the tables are turned as transformational coach and Fieldswell founder Lauren Fields interviews Dr. Louise Stanger about her powerful new book, Trauma Is Your Superpower. Together, they explore how life's most painful experiences can become the foundation for resilience, healing, personal growth, and purpose.

Drawing from her own deeply personal experiences—including the suicide of her father when she was a child, multiple sudden losses, and decades of work helping others navigate adversity—Dr. Louise shares how trauma shapes us, challenges us, and ultimately offers opportunities for transformation.

Rather than viewing trauma solely through the lens of suffering, Dr. Louise introduces a compelling new perspective: every superhero has an origin story, and our greatest wounds often become the source of our greatest strengths. Through storytelling, practical exercises, and compassionate insight, she encourages listeners to embrace vulnerability, develop resilience, and discover the hidden gifts that emerge from life's most difficult chapters.

In this episode you will hear about:

  • Why every superhero has an origin story—and so do we
  • The difference between trauma, resilience, and post-traumatic growth
  • Dr. Louise's personal story of losing her father to suicide
  • How hidden trauma shapes identity and behavior
  • Why vulnerability is a strength, not a weakness
  • The power of sharing your story with trusted people
  • Moving beyond victimhood and into growth
  • How grief evolves over time
  • The importance of empathy versus sympathy
  • Developing boundaries, emotional intelligence, and self-awareness
  • How trauma can become a source of purpose and service
  • Why healing isn't linear
  • Learning to "fall up" after life's setbacks

Connect with Dr. Louise:

Website: https://www.allaboutinterventions.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/allaboutinterventions/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drlouisestanger/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drlouisestanger

]]> Trauma Is Your Superpower: Turning Pain into Purpose with Dr. Louise Stanger Dr. Louise Stanger, Lauren Fields 00:25:35 In this special episode of Ask Dr. Louise, the tables are turned as transformational coach and Fieldswell founder Lauren Fields interviews Dr. Louise Stanger about her powerful new book, Trauma Is Your Superpower. Together, they explore how life's most painful experiences can become the foundation for resilience, healing, personal growth, and purpose. Drawing from her own deeply personal experiences—including the suicide of her father when she was a child, multiple sudden losses, and decades of work helping others navigate adversity—Dr. Louise shares how trauma shapes us, challenges us, and ultimately offers opportunities for transformation. Rather than viewing trauma solely through the lens of suffering, Dr. Louise introduces a compelling new perspective: every superhero has an origin story, and our greatest wounds often become the source of our greatest strengths. Through storytelling, practical exercises, and compassionate insight, she encourages listeners to embrace vulnerability, develop resilience, and discover the hidden gifts that emerge from life's most difficult chapters. In this episode you will hear about: Why every superhero has an origin story—and so do we The difference between trauma, resilience, and post-traumatic growth Dr. Louise's personal story of losing her father to suicide How hidden trauma shapes identity and behavior Why vulnerability is a strength, not a weakness The power of sharing your story with trusted people Moving beyond victimhood and into growth How grief evolves over time The importance of empathy versus sympathy Developing boundaries, emotional intelligence, and self-awareness How trauma can become a source of purpose and service Why healing isn't linear Learning to "fall up" after life's setbacks Connect with Dr. Louise: Website: https://www.allaboutinterventions.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/allaboutinterventions/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drlouisestanger/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drlouisestanger In this special episode of Ask Dr. Louise, the tables are turned as transformational coach and Fieldswell founder Lauren Fields interviews Dr. Louise Stanger about her powerful new book, Trauma Is Your Superpower. Together, they explore how life's most painful experiences can become the foundation for resilience, healing, personal growth, and purpose. Drawing from her own deeply personal experiences—including the suicide of her father when she was a child, multiple sudden losses, and decades of work helping others navigate adversity—Dr. Louise shares how trauma shapes us, challenges us, and ultimately offers opportunities for transformation. Rather than viewing trauma solely through the lens of suffering, Dr. Louise introduces a compelling new perspective: every superhero has an origin story, and our greatest wounds often become the source of our greatest strengths. Through storytelling, practical exercises, and compassionate insight, she encourages listeners to embrace vulnerability, develop resilience, and discover the hidden gifts that emerge from life's most difficult chapters. In this episode you will hear about: Why every superhero has an origin story—and so do we The difference between trauma, resilience, and post-traumatic growth Dr. Louise's personal story of losing her father to suicide How hidden trauma shapes identity and behavior Why vulnerability is a strength, not a weakness The power of sharing your story with trusted people Moving beyond victimhood and into growth How grief evolves over time The importance of empathy versus sympathy Developing boundaries, emotional intelligence, and self-awareness How trauma can become a source of purpose and service Why healing isn't linear Learning to "fall up" after life's setbacks Connect with Dr. Louise: Website: https://www.allaboutinterventions.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/allaboutinterventions/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drlouisestanger/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drlouisestanger personal development podcast, purpose, trauma is your superpower, inspiration, dr louise stanger, women in leadership, wellness podcast, self-awareness, self-discovery, overcoming challenges, trauma recovery, self-worth, growth mindset, human resilience, self-improvement, healing journey, psychology, courage, hope, recovery, post traumatic growth, personal development, life lessons, lauren fields, ask dr louise podcast, finding strength, mental health, transformation, meaning, empowerment, resilience, emotional intelligence, mental wellness, life transitions, behavioral health, vulnerability, healing through storytelling., empowerment through adversity, radical authenticity, grief recovery, trauma healing, personal growth, emotional healing, adversity false full 7 d45113ee-507d-4c39-ac4c-d71865334e10 Do We Still Matter? Beth Saunders on Identity, Purpose, and Life’s Next Chapter In this heartfelt and inspiring episode of Ask Dr. Louise, Dr. Louise welcomes swimmer, teacher, volunteer, mother, and wellness advocate Beth Saunders for a deeply meaningful conversation about identity, aging, purpose, resilience, and what it truly means to “matter.”

Beth shares her journey from raising three daughters and navigating the empty nest transition to finding renewed purpose through substitute teaching, coaching swimmers, volunteering, and embracing lifelong learning. Along the way, she opens up about living with arthritis, undergoing two hip replacements, and continuing to thrive physically and emotionally through movement, connection, and service.

Together, Dr. Louise and Beth explore how women can rediscover themselves after caregiving years, why community and authenticity matter more than perfection, and how simple acts of kindness can profoundly change lives.

This episode is a beautiful reminder that every stage of life offers opportunities to grow, contribute, connect, and live fully.

Connect with Beth: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beth2022/

Connect with Dr. Louise:

Website: https://www.allaboutinterventions.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/allaboutinterventions/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drlouisestanger/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drlouisestanger

 

]]> Thu, 21 May 2026 13:00:00 +0000 fieldswellstudios@gmail.com (Dr. Louise Stanger, Beth Saunders) https://ask-dr-louise-925f38ac.simplecast.com/episodes/do-we-still-matter-beth-saunders-on-identity-purpose-and-lifes-next-chapter-r_Z59Vb_ In this heartfelt and inspiring episode of Ask Dr. Louise, Dr. Louise welcomes swimmer, teacher, volunteer, mother, and wellness advocate Beth Saunders for a deeply meaningful conversation about identity, aging, purpose, resilience, and what it truly means to “matter.”

Beth shares her journey from raising three daughters and navigating the empty nest transition to finding renewed purpose through substitute teaching, coaching swimmers, volunteering, and embracing lifelong learning. Along the way, she opens up about living with arthritis, undergoing two hip replacements, and continuing to thrive physically and emotionally through movement, connection, and service.

Together, Dr. Louise and Beth explore how women can rediscover themselves after caregiving years, why community and authenticity matter more than perfection, and how simple acts of kindness can profoundly change lives.

This episode is a beautiful reminder that every stage of life offers opportunities to grow, contribute, connect, and live fully.

Connect with Beth: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beth2022/

Connect with Dr. Louise:

Website: https://www.allaboutinterventions.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/allaboutinterventions/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drlouisestanger/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drlouisestanger

 

]]> Do We Still Matter? Beth Saunders on Identity, Purpose, and Life’s Next Chapter Dr. Louise Stanger, Beth Saunders 00:49:10 In this heartfelt and inspiring episode of Ask Dr. Louise, Dr. Louise welcomes swimmer, teacher, volunteer, mother, and wellness advocate Beth Saunders for a deeply meaningful conversation about identity, aging, purpose, resilience, and what it truly means to “matter.” Beth shares her journey from raising three daughters and navigating the empty nest transition to finding renewed purpose through substitute teaching, coaching swimmers, volunteering, and embracing lifelong learning. Along the way, she opens up about living with arthritis, undergoing two hip replacements, and continuing to thrive physically and emotionally through movement, connection, and service. Together, Dr. Louise and Beth explore how women can rediscover themselves after caregiving years, why community and authenticity matter more than perfection, and how simple acts of kindness can profoundly change lives. This episode is a beautiful reminder that every stage of life offers opportunities to grow, contribute, connect, and live fully. Connect with Beth: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beth2022/ Connect with Dr. Louise: Website: https://www.allaboutinterventions.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/allaboutinterventions/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drlouisestanger/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drlouisestanger In this heartfelt and inspiring episode of Ask Dr. Louise, Dr. Louise welcomes swimmer, teacher, volunteer, mother, and wellness advocate Beth Saunders for a deeply meaningful conversation about identity, aging, purpose, resilience, and what it truly means to “matter.” Beth shares her journey from raising three daughters and navigating the empty nest transition to finding renewed purpose through substitute teaching, coaching swimmers, volunteering, and embracing lifelong learning. Along the way, she opens up about living with arthritis, undergoing two hip replacements, and continuing to thrive physically and emotionally through movement, connection, and service. Together, Dr. Louise and Beth explore how women can rediscover themselves after caregiving years, why community and authenticity matter more than perfection, and how simple acts of kindness can profoundly change lives. This episode is a beautiful reminder that every stage of life offers opportunities to grow, contribute, connect, and live fully. Connect with Beth: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beth2022/ Connect with Dr. Louise: Website: https://www.allaboutinterventions.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/allaboutinterventions/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drlouisestanger/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drlouisestanger swim coaching, purpose, authenticity, movement matters, travel, ask dr louise, wellness journey, inspiration, empty nest, reinvention, mindset, empty nest syndrome, emotional wellness, wellness podcast, masters swimming, women empowerment, motherhood, hip replacement recovery, midlife transitions, parenting adult children, healthy aging, healthy living, self-worth, mattering, finding joy, human connection, community, personal development podcast., active lifestyle, longevity, lifelong learning, aging gracefully, conversations that matter, resilience, women supporting women, fitness after 50, positive aging, dr louise, women’s wellness, beth saunders, volunteering, adventure, friendship, life transitions, inspirational podcast, giving back, swimming, motivation, service, kindness, living with purpose, personal growth, arthritis awareness false full 6 3d9eaffd-e4a5-4b77-b905-18ea40be9374 Inside the Mind of a Hollywood Costume Designer with Ernesto Martinez In this heartfelt and inspiring episode of Ask Dr. Louise, Dr. Louise sits down with acclaimed costume designer Ernesto Martinez for an intimate conversation about creativity, courage, recovery, and living a life fueled by gratitude. From designing costumes for films and hit television series like Song Sung Blue, Physical, and Veep, to discovering the healing power of horses and the life-changing lessons of 12-step recovery, Ernesto shares the deeply personal experiences that shaped both his career and his character.

Together, they reflect on their unforgettable friendship that began during the early SoulCycle days in Los Angeles, the collaborative magic behind bringing characters to life on screen, and the importance of remaining teachable no matter where life takes you. Ernesto opens up about caring for his mother during her final years, overcoming fear and self-doubt, and why listening may be the greatest superpower of all.

This episode is a moving reminder that it’s never too late to pursue your dreams, walk through fear, and create a meaningful life filled with purpose, creativity, and connection.

Connect with Ernesto: https://www.instagram.com/ernestito1/

Connect with Dr. Louise:

Website: https://www.allaboutinterventions.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/allaboutinterventions/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drlouisestanger/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drlouisestanger

]]> Thu, 14 May 2026 13:00:00 +0000 fieldswellstudios@gmail.com (Ernesto Martinez, Dr. Louise Stanger) https://ask-dr-louise-925f38ac.simplecast.com/episodes/inside-the-mind-of-a-hollywood-costume-designer-with-ernesto-martinez-cTsC3Tl9 In this heartfelt and inspiring episode of Ask Dr. Louise, Dr. Louise sits down with acclaimed costume designer Ernesto Martinez for an intimate conversation about creativity, courage, recovery, and living a life fueled by gratitude. From designing costumes for films and hit television series like Song Sung Blue, Physical, and Veep, to discovering the healing power of horses and the life-changing lessons of 12-step recovery, Ernesto shares the deeply personal experiences that shaped both his career and his character.

Together, they reflect on their unforgettable friendship that began during the early SoulCycle days in Los Angeles, the collaborative magic behind bringing characters to life on screen, and the importance of remaining teachable no matter where life takes you. Ernesto opens up about caring for his mother during her final years, overcoming fear and self-doubt, and why listening may be the greatest superpower of all.

This episode is a moving reminder that it’s never too late to pursue your dreams, walk through fear, and create a meaningful life filled with purpose, creativity, and connection.

Connect with Ernesto: https://www.instagram.com/ernestito1/

Connect with Dr. Louise:

Website: https://www.allaboutinterventions.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/allaboutinterventions/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drlouisestanger/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drlouisestanger

]]> Inside the Mind of a Hollywood Costume Designer with Ernesto Martinez Ernesto Martinez, Dr. Louise Stanger 00:26:29 In this heartfelt and inspiring episode of Ask Dr. Louise, Dr. Louise sits down with acclaimed costume designer Ernesto Martinez for an intimate conversation about creativity, courage, recovery, and living a life fueled by gratitude. From designing costumes for films and hit television series like Song Sung Blue, Physical, and Veep, to discovering the healing power of horses and the life-changing lessons of 12-step recovery, Ernesto shares the deeply personal experiences that shaped both his career and his character. Together, they reflect on their unforgettable friendship that began during the early SoulCycle days in Los Angeles, the collaborative magic behind bringing characters to life on screen, and the importance of remaining teachable no matter where life takes you. Ernesto opens up about caring for his mother during her final years, overcoming fear and self-doubt, and why listening may be the greatest superpower of all. This episode is a moving reminder that it’s never too late to pursue your dreams, walk through fear, and create a meaningful life filled with purpose, creativity, and connection. Connect with Ernesto: https://www.instagram.com/ernestito1/ Connect with Dr. Louise: Website: https://www.allaboutinterventions.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/allaboutinterventions/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drlouisestanger/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drlouisestanger In this heartfelt and inspiring episode of Ask Dr. Louise, Dr. Louise sits down with acclaimed costume designer Ernesto Martinez for an intimate conversation about creativity, courage, recovery, and living a life fueled by gratitude. From designing costumes for films and hit television series like Song Sung Blue, Physical, and Veep, to discovering the healing power of horses and the life-changing lessons of 12-step recovery, Ernesto shares the deeply personal experiences that shaped both his career and his character. Together, they reflect on their unforgettable friendship that began during the early SoulCycle days in Los Angeles, the collaborative magic behind bringing characters to life on screen, and the importance of remaining teachable no matter where life takes you. Ernesto opens up about caring for his mother during her final years, overcoming fear and self-doubt, and why listening may be the greatest superpower of all. This episode is a moving reminder that it’s never too late to pursue your dreams, walk through fear, and create a meaningful life filled with purpose, creativity, and connection. Connect with Ernesto: https://www.instagram.com/ernestito1/ Connect with Dr. Louise: Website: https://www.allaboutinterventions.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/allaboutinterventions/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drlouisestanger/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drlouisestanger television, physical, inspiration, song sung blue, collaboration, ask dr. louise, veep, costume designer, storytelling, artistic journey, entrepreneurship, courage, kate hudson, hugh jackman, hollywood, recovery, self-development, costume design, creativity, resilience, healing, ernesto martinez, horses, mental wellness, addiction recovery, soulcycle, 12 step program, personal growth, gratitude, film industry, creative process false full 5 e3387af9-82b8-439b-a8a7-e43c2d78e7bf Unlocking Potential with Jack Vaughn: A Journey of Mentorship and Growth In today's episode of Ask Dr. Louise podcast, Dr. Louise interviews Jack Vaughn, COO of Youth Prevention Mentors (YPM), about how he entered youth mentoring and case-support work. Jack describes struggling as a rebellious student, later pursuing self-understanding and psychology, and how caring for his father during a serious cancer battle and learning from his mother’s recovery coaching prepared him for high-acuity support roles. He recounts his first major YPM case—joining a barricaded young man using an invitational approach and motivational interviewing, ultimately accompanying him to a distant behavioral health treatment center—and how that work led to ongoing collaboration with Dr. Louise and Max. Jack also discusses a later case involving addiction recovery, traumatic loss, and academic collapse, which prompted him to develop an executive-functioning curriculum focused on initiation, follow-through, grit, and self-control. He shares plans to expand this work through Launch Go, a separate virtual coaching service paired with a productivity platform (currently soft-launched in beta) designed to support clients at the “point of performance,” and he provides a phone number for families seeking help.

Connect with Jack:

Website: https://www.youthpreventionmentors.com/

Connect with Dr. Louise:

Website: https://www.allaboutinterventions.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/allaboutinterventions/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drlouisestanger/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drlouisestanger

 

]]> Thu, 30 Apr 2026 12:26:07 +0000 fieldswellstudios@gmail.com (Jack Vaughn, Dr. Louise Stanger) https://ask-dr-louise-925f38ac.simplecast.com/episodes/unlocking-potential-with-jack-vaughn-a-journey-of-mentorship-and-growth-K8xMnd26 In today's episode of Ask Dr. Louise podcast, Dr. Louise interviews Jack Vaughn, COO of Youth Prevention Mentors (YPM), about how he entered youth mentoring and case-support work. Jack describes struggling as a rebellious student, later pursuing self-understanding and psychology, and how caring for his father during a serious cancer battle and learning from his mother’s recovery coaching prepared him for high-acuity support roles. He recounts his first major YPM case—joining a barricaded young man using an invitational approach and motivational interviewing, ultimately accompanying him to a distant behavioral health treatment center—and how that work led to ongoing collaboration with Dr. Louise and Max. Jack also discusses a later case involving addiction recovery, traumatic loss, and academic collapse, which prompted him to develop an executive-functioning curriculum focused on initiation, follow-through, grit, and self-control. He shares plans to expand this work through Launch Go, a separate virtual coaching service paired with a productivity platform (currently soft-launched in beta) designed to support clients at the “point of performance,” and he provides a phone number for families seeking help.

Connect with Jack:

Website: https://www.youthpreventionmentors.com/

Connect with Dr. Louise:

Website: https://www.allaboutinterventions.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/allaboutinterventions/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drlouisestanger/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drlouisestanger

 

]]> Unlocking Potential with Jack Vaughn: A Journey of Mentorship and Growth Jack Vaughn, Dr. Louise Stanger 00:55:45 In today's episode of Ask Dr. Louise podcast, Dr. Louise interviews Jack Vaughn, COO of Youth Prevention Mentors (YPM), about how he entered youth mentoring and case-support work. Jack describes struggling as a rebellious student, later pursuing self-understanding and psychology, and how caring for his father during a serious cancer battle and learning from his mother’s recovery coaching prepared him for high-acuity support roles. He recounts his first major YPM case—joining a barricaded young man using an invitational approach and motivational interviewing, ultimately accompanying him to a distant behavioral health treatment center—and how that work led to ongoing collaboration with Dr. Louise and Max. Jack also discusses a later case involving addiction recovery, traumatic loss, and academic collapse, which prompted him to develop an executive-functioning curriculum focused on initiation, follow-through, grit, and self-control. He shares plans to expand this work through Launch Go, a separate virtual coaching service paired with a productivity platform (currently soft-launched in beta) designed to support clients at the “point of performance,” and he provides a phone number for families seeking help. Connect with Jack: Website: https://www.youthpreventionmentors.com/ Connect with Dr. Louise: Website: https://www.allaboutinterventions.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/allaboutinterventions/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drlouisestanger/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drlouisestanger In today's episode of Ask Dr. Louise podcast, Dr. Louise interviews Jack Vaughn, COO of Youth Prevention Mentors (YPM), about how he entered youth mentoring and case-support work. Jack describes struggling as a rebellious student, later pursuing self-understanding and psychology, and how caring for his father during a serious cancer battle and learning from his mother’s recovery coaching prepared him for high-acuity support roles. He recounts his first major YPM case—joining a barricaded young man using an invitational approach and motivational interviewing, ultimately accompanying him to a distant behavioral health treatment center—and how that work led to ongoing collaboration with Dr. Louise and Max. Jack also discusses a later case involving addiction recovery, traumatic loss, and academic collapse, which prompted him to develop an executive-functioning curriculum focused on initiation, follow-through, grit, and self-control. He shares plans to expand this work through Launch Go, a separate virtual coaching service paired with a productivity platform (currently soft-launched in beta) designed to support clients at the “point of performance,” and he provides a phone number for families seeking help. Connect with Jack: Website: https://www.youthpreventionmentors.com/ Connect with Dr. Louise: Website: https://www.allaboutinterventions.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/allaboutinterventions/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drlouisestanger/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drlouisestanger youth prevention mentors, family support, career journey, point of performance, motivational interviewing, ypm, jack vaughn, executive functioning, crisis intervention, executive function coaching, parenting teens, grit and resilience, overcoming adversity, eef 12, mental health support, youth mentoring, at-risk youth, aftercare support, trauma and healing, coaching and mentorship, psychology path, initiation skills, invitational approach, high-acuity support, launch go, dr. louise, behavioral health, dr. louise stanger, addiction recovery, self-control, case management, personal growth, productivity coaching, follow-through false full 4 ea9a1fe9-3ec6-466f-87ce-162110e3121c From Photography to Storytelling: Cheryl Fox’s Artistic Journey Cheryl “She Fox” on Storytelling Through Photography, A Few Good Women, and Creative Joy

Dr. Louise Stanger hosts her first podcast with photographer and storyteller Cheryl “She Fox,” recalling how they met through a photoshoot with Louise’s daughter Sydney and later collaborated at the Sunset Marquis, where their session led to Louise’s book Reflections on Aging and a signing at Morrison Hotel Gallery. Cheryl discusses her career path from a Hampton University suspension to studying sociology, learning photography in a darkroom, and training at the School of Visual Arts as a mother of two. She describes entering the fine art world with behind-the-scenes hip hop images and working with artists like Pharrell, Snoop Dogg, and Rihanna, while managing difficult sets by removing “outside noise.” Cheryl addresses being underestimated as a woman of color, her “happy heart,” advice to stretch imagination, and plans for A Few Good Women as a second edition and docuseries plus brand partnerships. She also shares illustrating her son Jamani’s children’s books using AI and collaborating with Louise on a “Trauma is your superpower” comic concept.  

  • 00:00 Meet Cheryl Fox
  • 00:48 How We Met
  • 02:59 Reflections on Aging
  • 03:58 A Few Good Women
  • 06:45 Finding Her Lens
  • 09:46 From Hobby to Pro
  • 11:15 Hip Hop Fine Art
  • 15:09 Seeing Beyond Surface
  • 18:15 Favorite Celebrity Shoots
  • 19:35 Handling Set Drama
  • 20:55 Breaking Into Galleries
  • 24:13 Morrison Gallery Memories
  • 25:00 Sunset Marquis Home Base
  • 26:52 Underestimated Photographer
  • 28:46 Finding Joy Daily
  • 30:53 Creative Storytelling Advice
  • 32:11 A Few Good Women Next
  • 36:14 AI Kids Books Breakthrough
  • 38:12 Trauma Superpower Comic
  • 40:01 Closing Thanks Sponsors

Connect with Cheryl:

Website: https://www.cherylfoxphotography.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cfoxmorethanaphotographer/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cfoxphotography/

X: https://x.com/cfoxphotog

Threads: https://www.threads.com/@cfoxmorethanaphotographer

Connect with Dr. Louise:

Website: https://www.allaboutinterventions.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/allaboutinterventions/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drlouisestanger/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drlouisestanger

]]> Thu, 16 Apr 2026 14:07:22 +0000 fieldswellstudios@gmail.com (Cheryl Fox, Dr. Louise Stanger) https://ask-dr-louise-925f38ac.simplecast.com/episodes/more-than-a-photographer-cheryl-fox-on-creativity-storytelling-and-purpose-tUln1B_E Cheryl “She Fox” on Storytelling Through Photography, A Few Good Women, and Creative Joy

Dr. Louise Stanger hosts her first podcast with photographer and storyteller Cheryl “She Fox,” recalling how they met through a photoshoot with Louise’s daughter Sydney and later collaborated at the Sunset Marquis, where their session led to Louise’s book Reflections on Aging and a signing at Morrison Hotel Gallery. Cheryl discusses her career path from a Hampton University suspension to studying sociology, learning photography in a darkroom, and training at the School of Visual Arts as a mother of two. She describes entering the fine art world with behind-the-scenes hip hop images and working with artists like Pharrell, Snoop Dogg, and Rihanna, while managing difficult sets by removing “outside noise.” Cheryl addresses being underestimated as a woman of color, her “happy heart,” advice to stretch imagination, and plans for A Few Good Women as a second edition and docuseries plus brand partnerships. She also shares illustrating her son Jamani’s children’s books using AI and collaborating with Louise on a “Trauma is your superpower” comic concept.  

  • 00:00 Meet Cheryl Fox
  • 00:48 How We Met
  • 02:59 Reflections on Aging
  • 03:58 A Few Good Women
  • 06:45 Finding Her Lens
  • 09:46 From Hobby to Pro
  • 11:15 Hip Hop Fine Art
  • 15:09 Seeing Beyond Surface
  • 18:15 Favorite Celebrity Shoots
  • 19:35 Handling Set Drama
  • 20:55 Breaking Into Galleries
  • 24:13 Morrison Gallery Memories
  • 25:00 Sunset Marquis Home Base
  • 26:52 Underestimated Photographer
  • 28:46 Finding Joy Daily
  • 30:53 Creative Storytelling Advice
  • 32:11 A Few Good Women Next
  • 36:14 AI Kids Books Breakthrough
  • 38:12 Trauma Superpower Comic
  • 40:01 Closing Thanks Sponsors

Connect with Cheryl:

Website: https://www.cherylfoxphotography.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cfoxmorethanaphotographer/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cfoxphotography/

X: https://x.com/cfoxphotog

Threads: https://www.threads.com/@cfoxmorethanaphotographer

Connect with Dr. Louise:

Website: https://www.allaboutinterventions.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/allaboutinterventions/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drlouisestanger/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drlouisestanger

]]> From Photography to Storytelling: Cheryl Fox’s Artistic Journey Cheryl Fox, Dr. Louise Stanger 00:44:44 Cheryl Fox, a photographer and storyteller, recounting how they met through a photo shoot of Louise’s daughter Sydney and later collaborated on Louise’s book Reflections on Aging, with images shot at the Sunset Marquis and a signing at Morrison Hotel Gallery. Fox discusses her books Rock and Roll of Hip Hop and A Few Good Women, a project about womanhood beyond societal roles, curated from women who inspired her. She shares becoming a photographer after being suspended from Hampton University, studying sociology, discovering photography in a darkroom class, and later training at the School of Visual Arts. Fox describes shooting celebrities (Pharrell, Snoop Dogg, Rihanna), managing difficult sets, being underestimated as a woman of color, finding joy through laughter, and advising creatives to use imagination. She previews A Few Good Women second edition as a docuseries with partnerships, and mentions illustrating her son’s children’s books using AI while collaborating with Louise on a comic project, Trauma is Your Superpower. Cheryl Fox, a photographer and storyteller, recounting how they met through a photo shoot of Louise’s daughter Sydney and later collaborated on Louise’s book Reflections on Aging, with images shot at the Sunset Marquis and a signing at Morrison Hotel Gallery. Fox discusses her books Rock and Roll of Hip Hop and A Few Good Women, a project about womanhood beyond societal roles, curated from women who inspired her. She shares becoming a photographer after being suspended from Hampton University, studying sociology, discovering photography in a darkroom class, and later training at the School of Visual Arts. Fox describes shooting celebrities (Pharrell, Snoop Dogg, Rihanna), managing difficult sets, being underestimated as a woman of color, finding joy through laughter, and advising creatives to use imagination. She previews A Few Good Women second edition as a docuseries with partnerships, and mentions illustrating her son’s children’s books using AI while collaborating with Louise on a comic project, Trauma is Your Superpower. creative journey, fine art photography, dr louise podcast, trauma is your superpower, snoop dogg photography, pharrell photography, visual storytelling, artist interview, women in photography, overcoming adversity, creative mindset, behind the scenes photography, storytelling podcast, personal growth stories, creative entrepreneurship, women in the arts, resilience and creativity, documentary storytelling, rihanna photography, morrison hotel gallery, women empowerment stories, photography podcast, reflections on aging book, cheryl she fox, hip hop photography false full 3 05b530e5-6ba4-4f4e-9eab-f797af748c92 A Journey of Resilience: Conversations with Shelby Stanger Resilience, Adventure, and Reinvention with Shelby Stanger

On Ask Dr. Louise, Louise interviews her youngest daughter, journalist and podcaster Shelby Stanger Arthur (Will to Wild; Wild Ideas Worth Living), about launching a podcast and building a business from a women’s entrepreneurship accelerator after an Outside Magazine story about Wim Hof was cut; Shelby later sold the show to REI Co-op in 2020. They discuss how Louise taught Shelby curiosity, asking questions, and finding goodness in people, and how family trauma shaped their lives, including the sudden infant death of Shelby’s brother Eric and the sudden death of Shelby’s father at 46. Shelby reflects on anxiety, how water and Mission Bay Aquatics helped her heal, and choosing Emory for journalism mentorship (including Nathan McCall) and a reporting trip to South Africa. Shelby shares top “adventures,” advice on awe in nature, and the importance of reinventing yourself.  

Connect with Shelby:

Website: https://shelbystanger.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shelbystanger/

Connect with Dr. Louise:

Website: https://www.allaboutinterventions.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/allaboutinterventions/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drlouisestanger/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drlouisestanger

]]> Thu, 16 Apr 2026 14:07:07 +0000 fieldswellstudios@gmail.com (Dr. Louise Stanger, Shelby Stanger) https://ask-dr-louise-925f38ac.simplecast.com/episodes/a-journey-of-resilience-conversations-with-shelby-stanger-rkDipXix Resilience, Adventure, and Reinvention with Shelby Stanger

On Ask Dr. Louise, Louise interviews her youngest daughter, journalist and podcaster Shelby Stanger Arthur (Will to Wild; Wild Ideas Worth Living), about launching a podcast and building a business from a women’s entrepreneurship accelerator after an Outside Magazine story about Wim Hof was cut; Shelby later sold the show to REI Co-op in 2020. They discuss how Louise taught Shelby curiosity, asking questions, and finding goodness in people, and how family trauma shaped their lives, including the sudden infant death of Shelby’s brother Eric and the sudden death of Shelby’s father at 46. Shelby reflects on anxiety, how water and Mission Bay Aquatics helped her heal, and choosing Emory for journalism mentorship (including Nathan McCall) and a reporting trip to South Africa. Shelby shares top “adventures,” advice on awe in nature, and the importance of reinventing yourself.  

Connect with Shelby:

Website: https://shelbystanger.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shelbystanger/

Connect with Dr. Louise:

Website: https://www.allaboutinterventions.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/allaboutinterventions/

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]]> A Journey of Resilience: Conversations with Shelby Stanger Dr. Louise Stanger, Shelby Stanger 00:52:51 In a mother-daughter podcast conversation, Dr. Louise interviews her youngest daughter, journalist and podcaster Shelby Stanger Arthur (author of “Will to Wild” and host of “Wild Ideas Worth Living,” later acquired by REI Co-op in 2020). Shelby explains launching her podcast after an Outside Magazine story about Wim Hof was cut, using an all-women 12-week entrepreneurship course to create a business plan, meet deadlines, and hire technical production help. They discuss how Dr. Louise taught Shelby curiosity and talking to everyone, then share family trauma: the sudden infant death of Dr. Louise’s son Eric and the later sudden death of Shelby’s father, plus how water, camp, and nature helped Shelby heal and build courage. Shelby recounts choosing Emory for journalism, mentors like Nathan McCall, quitting a cushy Vans job to become a journalist, major adventures and partnerships, and advice on awe, asking questions, silence, and following intuition. In a mother-daughter podcast conversation, Dr. Louise interviews her youngest daughter, journalist and podcaster Shelby Stanger Arthur (author of “Will to Wild” and host of “Wild Ideas Worth Living,” later acquired by REI Co-op in 2020). Shelby explains launching her podcast after an Outside Magazine story about Wim Hof was cut, using an all-women 12-week entrepreneurship course to create a business plan, meet deadlines, and hire technical production help. They discuss how Dr. Louise taught Shelby curiosity and talking to everyone, then share family trauma: the sudden infant death of Dr. Louise’s son Eric and the later sudden death of Shelby’s father, plus how water, camp, and nature helped Shelby heal and build courage. Shelby recounts choosing Emory for journalism, mentors like Nathan McCall, quitting a cushy Vans job to become a journalist, major adventures and partnerships, and advice on awe, asking questions, silence, and following intuition. rei co-op podcast, dr louise podcast, women in podcasting, grief and resilience, shelby stanger arthur, journalism career path, mission bay aquatics, finding purpose and reinvention, emory journalism program, wild ideas worth living podcast, outside magazine story, wim hof story, overcoming family trauma, anxiety and healing, adventure storytelling, storytelling podcast, how to start a podcast, building a podcast business, women entrepreneurs, creative entrepreneurship, entrepreneurship podcast, nature and mental health, curiosity and personal growth, podcasting tips, will to wild podcast false full 2 d075ce1d-94d4-413a-a59f-985f1235f9be Hope Interventions: Gino Galofaro's Journey in Addiction Recovery Dr. Louise interviews interventionist and recovery entrepreneur Gino Galofaro, recounting how they connected through the late Ian DePuy and later met at a networking event after Ian’s death. Gino describes getting sober in 1999, opening Rancho Coast sober livings in 2005 near Pathfinders, and building programs including Hope Interventions, Windansea Recovery (PHP/IOP in La Jolla), Grotta House/Grotta Ranch (detox/residential), House of Hope in Logan Heights for Medi-Cal clients, and a new Hope and Recovery Foundation to support housing and recovery for people coming from homelessness or incarceration. He explains his Johnson Model intervention training and preference for high-intensity, high-risk interventions, sharing a recent Texas case involving severe nitrous use. They discuss how insurance and fentanyl have changed treatment and why families must set boundaries while keeping hope. Gino provides websites for his services.  

  • 00:00 Welcome and Introductions
  • 00:18 How We Met Through Ian
  • 04:08 Building Sober Living Homes
  • 06:07 Why Interventions Matter
  • 09:13 High Risk Intervention Story
  • 11:45 Trust and Staying Calm
  • 12:50 Celebrating 27 Years Sober
  • 14:29 Addiction Landscape and Insurance
  • 16:17 Fentanyl and Rock Bottom Rethink
  • 17:39 Family Boundaries and Tough Love
  • 19:58 New Projects and Nonprofit Plans
  • 23:43 Hope Message and Where to Find Gino
  • 25:43 Closing Thanks and Next Episode

Connect with Gino:

Website: https://windansearecovery.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/Windansea-Recovery-61568664017820/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/windansea.recovery/

Connect with Dr. Louise:

Website: https://www.allaboutinterventions.com/

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]]> Thu, 16 Apr 2026 14:06:27 +0000 fieldswellstudios@gmail.com (Gino Galofaro, Dr. Louise Stanger) https://ask-dr-louise-925f38ac.simplecast.com/episodes/hope-interventions-gino-galofaros-journey-in-addiction-recovery-ASC_xm2s Dr. Louise interviews interventionist and recovery entrepreneur Gino Galofaro, recounting how they connected through the late Ian DePuy and later met at a networking event after Ian’s death. Gino describes getting sober in 1999, opening Rancho Coast sober livings in 2005 near Pathfinders, and building programs including Hope Interventions, Windansea Recovery (PHP/IOP in La Jolla), Grotta House/Grotta Ranch (detox/residential), House of Hope in Logan Heights for Medi-Cal clients, and a new Hope and Recovery Foundation to support housing and recovery for people coming from homelessness or incarceration. He explains his Johnson Model intervention training and preference for high-intensity, high-risk interventions, sharing a recent Texas case involving severe nitrous use. They discuss how insurance and fentanyl have changed treatment and why families must set boundaries while keeping hope. Gino provides websites for his services.  

  • 00:00 Welcome and Introductions
  • 00:18 How We Met Through Ian
  • 04:08 Building Sober Living Homes
  • 06:07 Why Interventions Matter
  • 09:13 High Risk Intervention Story
  • 11:45 Trust and Staying Calm
  • 12:50 Celebrating 27 Years Sober
  • 14:29 Addiction Landscape and Insurance
  • 16:17 Fentanyl and Rock Bottom Rethink
  • 17:39 Family Boundaries and Tough Love
  • 19:58 New Projects and Nonprofit Plans
  • 23:43 Hope Message and Where to Find Gino
  • 25:43 Closing Thanks and Next Episode

Connect with Gino:

Website: https://windansearecovery.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/Windansea-Recovery-61568664017820/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/windansea.recovery/

Connect with Dr. Louise:

Website: https://www.allaboutinterventions.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/allaboutinterventions/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drlouisestanger/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drlouisestanger

]]> Hope Interventions: Gino Galofaro's Journey in Addiction Recovery Gino Galofaro, Dr. Louise Stanger 00:26:45 Dr. Louise interviews interventionist and treatment entrepreneur Gino Galofaro about how they met through mutual colleague Ian DePuy and later connected at a networking event after Ian’s death. Gino describes getting sober in 1999, opening Rancho Coast sober livings in 2005 near Pathfinders, and developing interventions organically from handling intakes, later training in the Johnson Model. He explains his focus on high-intensity, high-risk interventions and recounts a recent Texas hotel crisis involving heavy nitrous use, culminating in transport to detox within 12 hours. They discuss how insurance and fentanyl have changed addiction treatment, making “rock bottom” riskier and retention harder, and emphasize family boundaries. Gino shares current projects including Hope Interventions, Windansea Recovery, Grotta House/Ranch, House of Hope, and a Hope and Recovery Foundation, stressing that recovery is still possible. Dr. Louise interviews interventionist and treatment entrepreneur Gino Galofaro about how they met through mutual colleague Ian DePuy and later connected at a networking event after Ian’s death. Gino describes getting sober in 1999, opening Rancho Coast sober livings in 2005 near Pathfinders, and developing interventions organically from handling intakes, later training in the Johnson Model. He explains his focus on high-intensity, high-risk interventions and recounts a recent Texas hotel crisis involving heavy nitrous use, culminating in transport to detox within 12 hours. They discuss how insurance and fentanyl have changed addiction treatment, making “rock bottom” riskier and retention harder, and emphasize family boundaries. Gino shares current projects including Hope Interventions, Windansea Recovery, Grotta House/Ranch, House of Hope, and a Hope and Recovery Foundation, stressing that recovery is still possible. gino galofaro, dr louise podcast, overcoming addiction, high risk interventions, hope interventions, relapse prevention, recovery success stories, rancho coast sober living, johnson model intervention, mental health and recovery, grotta house recovery, recovery from homelessness, addiction and incarceration recovery, windansea recovery la jolla, addiction treatment centers, drug intervention stories, substance abuse recovery, addiction recovery podcast, family intervention strategies, sobriety journey, sober living programs, interventionist podcast, recovery entrepreneur, house of hope logan heights, fentanyl crisis awareness false full 1