Redefining Us

In this episode, Stephanie reflects on the emotional weight of daily decisions and relationships. She explores how the constant need to choose, respond, and show up can slowly wear us down, even when nothing feels particularly wrong.

She also discusses reciprocity, overfunctioning, and the importance of noticing where we may be giving more than we can sustain.

This episode offers a thoughtful perspective on connection, boundaries, and finding steadiness in the middle of everyday life.

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Stephanie talks with craniosacral therapist and pediatric physical therapist Lisa Foster about how her approach to healing shifted from traditional physical therapy to supporting the nervous system in a deeper, more intuitive way. 

Lisa explains how craniosacral therapy helps children and adults release tension, regulate, and reconnect with their bodies. They also explore how this work influenced Lisa’s parenting, her understanding of children’s behavior, and the importance of presence and curiosity. 

Connect with Lisa:
Websites: Mapleton Craniosacral Therapy - https://www.mapletoncst.com/, Real Life Momz Podcast - https://www.reallifemomz.com/
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After becoming a mother, Stephanie found herself navigating a confusing mix of identity, pressure, and self-doubt. 

In this solo episode, she shares how values work helped her understand the tension between the roles she cared about and the deeper needs underneath them. 

By shifting her focus from doing everything perfectly to living in alignment with what matters most, Stephanie found more compassion, calm, and direction. 

This episode offers a grounding perspective for anyone moving through a similar transition.

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Postpartum care is often rushed, overlooked, or treated as an afterthought. In this episode, Radha Crawley, a Certified Ayurvedic Educator and Practitioner, shares what it can look like to bring warmth, nourishment, and community back into one of the most vulnerable seasons of a woman’s life.

Radha and Stephanie explore how holistic postpartum support helps mothers feel grounded, connected, and cared for, and why these early weeks matter far beyond the newborn stage.

Connect with Radha:
Website: www.blissalchemy.net 
IG: @radhaschwaller @bliss_alchemy 

About Radha:
Radha is a devo...

When your baby doesn’t feel comfortable in their body, everything else feels harder—feeding, sleeping, even bonding.

Stephanie talks with Dr. Brita DeStefano, a pediatric physical therapist, about how small adjustments in movement and support can make a big difference in your baby’s comfort and development. From easing reflux to encouraging milestones, Brita shares how to help your little one (and yourself) feel more at ease in this early season of parenthood.

About Dr. Brita DeStefano:
Dr. Brita is a mom of 2, infant physical therapist, and owner of Progress Through Play in Denver...

What do you do when life doesn’t go according to plan? At just 22, Christy Pennison was unexpectedly pregnant, and what could have felt like an ending became the beginning of an entirely new life. In this episode, she shares with Stephanie how that pivotal moment launched her journey into motherhood, leadership, and ultimately entrepreneurship.

From the struggles of early parenting and financial stress to building a 7-figure therapy business and inspiring others, Christy’s story is one of resilience, grace, and redefinition. She invites us to accept the season we’re in, stop comparing, and trust that g...

What if burnout isn’t just about work, but about the roles and expectations we’ve carried since childhood? In this conversation, holistic coach and critical care nurse Jenn Ohlinger joins Stephanie to share how her own health crisis forced her to rebuild her relationship with herself and rethink what it means to truly care for others.

From the hidden toll of people-pleasing and the struggle to say no, to the power of community in healing, Jenn’s story will resonate with anyone who has ever felt drained, overwhelmed, or alone. This is a conversation about boundaries, empowe...

Have you ever taken your first trip away from your baby and been blindsided by anxiety, guilt, or even intrusive fears? In this solo episode, Stephanie shares her raw experience of leaving her daughter for the first time and the unexpected emotions that surfaced.

Stephanie reflects on the way intrusive thoughts show up for parents, especially mothers, and how easy it is to slip into guilt for pursuing passions outside of parenthood. She speaks to the tension that exists between being present with your child and living in alignment with your own values. She highlights both the...

What if you gave yourself permission to change careers, roles, or passions as often as you need to?

This solo episode is one where Stephanie shares her journey from therapy to private practice, and even podcasting, along with the lessons she’s learned about burnout, resilience, and choosing again. If you’ve ever felt stuck in a role that no longer fits, this episode will remind you that you’re not locked in. You can always pivot, redefine success, and move toward what truly lights you up.

Woven throughout is the guiding principle that grounds Stepha...

Postpartum depression doesn’t just affect the birthing parent, it can impact the entire family. In this conversation, therapists Stephanie Konter-O’Hara and Courtney Miller break down what postpartum depression actually looks like, why it can appear months after birth, and how the right support can make all the difference.

We debunk harmful myths and share practical tools for bonding with your baby, improving communication with your partner, and reclaiming your sense of self. Stephanie and Courtney share from both their expertise and empathy. Whether you’re navigating postpartum depression yourself or supporting a loved one, you’ll walk...

What if talking to kids early and often about sex, consent, and relationships could prevent violence before it starts? Certified sex educator and gender-based violence specialist Scotney Young believes it can, and her work helps to make sexual health education accessible, affirming, and relevant for every age group.

Scotney and host Stephanie Konter-O’Hara talk about why teaching consent goes far beyond “no means no,” how to adapt these lessons across cultures, and the surprising ways parents can start these conversations without fear or awkwardness.

Scotney shares about the personal loss that drives her work, busts...

Motherhood changes everything. And sometimes, it cracks us open in ways we never expected. In this episode, therapist and art healer Leanne Morton shares how becoming a mom revealed the limits of even her own professional training. We unpack why so many mothers feel isolated, overwhelmed, and unsure of who they are, despite having prepared “all the right ways.”

We explore how art therapy, community, and compassionate self-inquiry can reconnect women to their true selves. Leanne also guides listeners through a short, heartfelt creative art therapy exercise and explains how her Denver-based Pregnancy Support Circle aims to offe...

What if the health advice you’ve been following wasn’t made for your body at all? In this powerful episode, women’s health coach Lauren Mallers reveals the shocking gaps in research and care that continue to leave women confused, dismissed, and underserved by conventional medicine. Drawing from her own fertility journey and data-driven wellness practice, she shares how to decode symptoms, read between the lines of your lab work, and start making real change—without a 20-step routine.

From hormone imbalances to gut issues and the pressure to "bounce back" postpartum, Lauren and host Stephanie Konter-O...

What if your burnout wasn’t a personal failure, but a sign you’re operating by someone else’s rules?

In this bold and healing conversation, I'm joined by therapist and coach Brooke Jean to unpack what happens when women stop performing for approval and start living in alignment with who they really are. Brooke shares her deeply personal story of unraveling perfectionism, overcoming postpartum depression, and redefining power through the lens of feminine wisdom. From nervous system healing to the magic of receiving and creating, this episode is a reminder that your softness is strength—and your tru...

What if we stopped accepting pain and shame as part of feeding our babies? In this intimate and eye-opening episode, Stephanie is joined by Valana Frohardt, a Denver-based lactation consultant and PA, who shares how her personal and professional experiences have shaped her mission to support birthing people with compassion and clarity. Together, they challenge the outdated narratives around breastfeeding and infant feeding, especially the unspoken expectation that parents should just "figure it out."

Valana dives into the emotional toll of unsupported feeding journeys, the gaps in medical training around lactation, and why trauma-informed care is essential...

What happens when your grief is invisible to the world—but unbearably real to you? In this episode, my guest Arden Cartrette, a birth and bereavement doula who has turned her personal experience of multiple miscarriages into a powerful mission of healing and advocacy. From breaking the silence around first trimester loss to highlighting the massive gaps in medical training and support, Arden shares the truth about miscarriage that too many people experience in isolation.

We talk about the emotional complexity of pregnancy loss, why comparison can deepen our pain, and how empathy—real, lived empathy—can change...

What if marketing could feel more like self-discovery than strategy? In this episode of Redefining Us, Stephanie Konter-O’Hara sits down with Joanne Homestead, founder of Desk Plant Creatives, to explore how soulful storytelling can transform email marketing into a powerful tool for connection and authenticity. Joanne shares her journey from educator to email copywriter and how a memoir class unexpectedly led her to discover the impact of personal stories in business.

We talk about the importance of aligning with your values, navigating vulnerability, and embracing the “zero draft” mindset to overcome perfectionism and overthinking. Whether you're a purp...

Imagine how powerful we'd all be if we stopped wasting energy on body shame and turned it toward something that truly matters. Eada Gendelman, a therapist who helps those with disordered eating is here to talk about healing our relationship with food, body, and exercise. Drawing from her own experience with an eating disorder, Eada shares how shame, societal praise for disordered behaviors, and a lack of language prevent many from seeking help. She and Stephanie discuss how cultural shifts have changed (but not solved) body image struggles and why self-compassion is the key to true healing. If you’ve...

Grief and motherhood are closely related. One mother may grieve the relationship she had with her partner before kids, another may be grieving a miscarriage, another the loss of her identity before kids. Motherhood is a profound transformation, yet we rarely honor the grief, and healing that come with it. 

Our guest Kellee Meyers shares about a ceremony for mother's that she did after her C-section births that helped her grieve and heal. The Closing the Bones ceremony is a four-hour, deeply nourishing ritual that can help any of you mother's out there process birth experiences, losses, a...

Sairan Aqrawi is an engineer and business strategist, reframing midlife crisis to midlife PRICELESS! She believes that turning 40 or 50 (or really any age!) marks the ideal time to reinvent oneself, rediscover passions, and take bold steps two enjoying life. And it all happens by overcoming self-doubt, embracing change, and taking action, because confidence is built by doing, not just thinking about doing.

Sairan also talks about common struggles among successful women who feel “stuck” despite achieving career milestones, or raising a family. She's giving us some strategies for breaking free from routine, handling rejection with resilience, and tran...

What if your struggles with food have nothing to do with food itself? In this episode of Redefining Us, Ashlyn Burnett, a National Board-Certified Health and Wellness Coach, shares the powerful connection between the nervous system and our relationship with food.

Ashlyn shares how polyvagal theory explains the different states of the nervous system and how these states influence eating behaviors. From the fight-or-flight urge to restrict or obsess over food to the shutdown response that leads to binge eating and disconnection, she breaks down why so many women feel trapped in cycles of control, guilt, and...

Caitlin Morris, an Overcoming Overwhelm Coach and mother of three, shares her raw and honest journey of navigating motherhood, grief, and the pressure to “do it all.” Caitlin helps moms redefine overwhelm and discover rest and self-care in ways that work for them.

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What does embracing pleasure look like as a woman whether your a woman without kids, a mom, a woman in menopause, a grandmother, etc? In this conversation with Dr. Rosalyn Dischiavo, founder of the Institute for Sexuality Education and Enlightenment and author of The Deep Yes: The Lost Art of True Receiving, she shares her personal and professional journey into sex education and therapy, exploring the profound intersections of sexual health, mental well-being, and personal identity. She dives into her story of overcoming infertility, pursuing a doctoral degree, and the importance of integrating pleasure and desire into our holistic...

We are talking about the deeply emotional and often taboo topic of money, especially as it relates to parenting.

Guest, Khara Croswaite Brindle shares her journey into the field of financial therapy and sheds light on the unique challenges parents face. Like psychological weight of financial fears and the practical considerations of budgeting for the costs of raising children. 

Money is never just about dollars and cents. What us mother’s know is that money is also about exhaustion, comfort, and survival. Financial therapist, Khara Croswaite Brindle reminds us that compassion is essential when reflecting on...

In this episode of Redefining Us, host Stephanie Konter-O'Hara gets candid about embracing imperfections, navigating motherhood’s transitions, and fostering vulnerability. She introduces one of the many exercises around practicing vulnerability that she includes in her therapeutic group that she hosts for moms (see details on joining below).

It doesn't matter if you’re a first-time mom or welcoming your fourth child, Stephanie shares insights to help you embrace every stage of your journey with authenticity and connection and how to no feel so alone in the exhaustion of it all.

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Abuse can look many different ways, both overt and not. Our guest, Sybil Cummin, MA, LPC, ACS, shares her evolution working as a play therapist with children in contentious divorces to uncovering the often-overlooked dynamics of abuse dismissed by the systems at play. Our conversation lays bare the realities of narcissistic abuse, domestic violence, and the systemic gaps within family courts.

Sybil highlights the critical role of community, connection, and safety planning in the journey toward healing for anyone who's endured any amount of harm. We talk about how abuse can look many different ways and break...

What if finding the right support during postpartum could change everything? In this episode, we dive into the challenges many new moms face, from physical recovery to emotional well-being, and how a lack of accessible resources often leaves them feeling isolated. Together, we explore ways to prioritize maternal mental health and navigate this pivotal time with the care every mother deserves. 

Creinthea (Cre) Chritz, a psychiatric nurse practitioner and master's-prepared educator, shares about her journey into mental health care, her work with mothers and women across life stages, and how her personal experiences shaped her professional path. Duration: 00:30:42

In this episode of the Redefining Us Podcast, we welcome Heidi Lindeman, a licensed counselor, IFS therapist, and parent coach. Together, we dive into the worlds of Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy and Human Design, exploring how these tools can help individuals, especially mothers, reconnect with their authentic selves.

Heidi explains how IFS is transformative for both parents and children, allowing us to honor every part of ourselves and interact with our kids from a place of grounded wholeness. And she describes how Human Design has impacted her own life and parenting journey, particularly in understanding and...

In this episode, we dive deep into the complex relationship women have with their bodies, drawing from my personal experiences and the stories of clients I've worked with. From navigating the changes that come with pregnancy and postpartum to exploring the impact of body image on self-esteem and eating behaviors, we break down how these struggles shape our relationships with ourselves and others.

We'll also distinguish between disordered eating and diagnosable eating disorders, unpacking the emotional distress they cause and offering practical strategies, like DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy), to help shift the focus from body fixation to...

Heather Saylor shares her incredible journey into motherhood and her unexpected transition to becoming a stay-at-home mom. Heather candidly discusses her initial career-driven plans and the shift in family dynamics following the birth of her daughter including the challenges they faced with their daughter’s medical needs and work-life balance. She talks about finding the courage to talk to her husband about her idea of being the SAHM.

We explore the emotional weight of caregiving, the joys and growth that motherhood brings, and the importance of building a supportive community.

Heather reflects on her surprising lo...

There’s a recurring theme I often see of women feeling pressured to change themselves to maintain peace in various aspects of life. But what’s more important is being true to oneself, setting healthy boundaries, and rejecting societal pressures. This episode shares insights on how to identify and leave toxic environments or relationships, and to create spaces where you can feel safe and accepted. In here, I offer encouragement to seek peace and ease in your life by prioritizing your well-being and aligning with your authentic self.

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In this heartfelt episode, we dive into the transformative journey of motherhood. Host Stephanie Konter-O'Hara opens up about her own experiences of navigating the challenges and beauty of becoming a mother for the first time.

Stephanie normalizes the struggles and triumphs of motherhood, reminding us that we're not alone. Whether you're a new mom, a mom-to-be, or simply someone interested in the motherhood experience, this episode is full of wisdom, validation, and support.

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In this episode, we’re diving deep into a topic that touches all of us at some point—connection. I’m thrilled to have the lovely Dayna Sammartino join us. She’s a Licensed Professional Counselor and has a special passion for helping people build meaningful relationships.

Connection matters, especially as we grow older and life gets busier. Dayna shares her insights on how loneliness creeps in as our responsibilities pile up, and what we can do to make sure we nurture friendships. 

Dayna breaks down why we sometimes feel lonely, even when we’re surrounded...

In this candid solo episode, Stephanie opens up about her struggles and triumphs, sharing how she found balance amidst the busyness of life. She dives into the importance of community and connection, emphasizing that none of us are meant to walk this journey alone. Stephanie’s personal story of seeking help, surrounding herself with the right people, and learning to surrender to the universe’s plan serves as a powerful reminder that even in the chaos, there is beauty.

Join Stephanie as she sets the stage for future conversations with inspiring women who have navigated their own chal...

Here it is! Season 1 of the Redefining Us Podcast with host Stephanie Konter-O'Hara, a licensed professional counselor, clinically trained supervisor, and new mom on a mission. 

Stephanie invites transformative conversations about what it truly means to be a woman in today's world. Whether you're a mom, entrepreneur, educator, or professional, this podcast explores how women redefine their roles and identities in a rapidly changing society. 

Stephanie was inspired to start the Redefining Us Podcast by her own journey into motherhood and her passion for helping women navigate the complexities of modern life. Fueled by her ex...