In this episode of the She Lift Project Podcast, host Cynthia Kirkpatrick welcomes psychotherapist Sara Joern of Wild Sage Counseling for a deep and heartfelt conversation. Sara specializes in trauma, anxiety, social justice, and relationship dynamics, using tools like EMDR to guide her clients toward lasting healing. Together, they explore the roots of emotional pain, the science behind EMDR therapy, and the transformative power of reconnecting with your body, emotions, and authentic self.
This episode is for anyone who feels stuck in old patterns, overwhelmed by anxiety, or curious about how to heal beyond talk therapy. Listeners will gain insight into how trauma shows up in our lives, how EMDR works to rewire the brain, and why self-compassion and vulnerability are essential for growth. After tuning in, they’ll walk away with a deeper understanding of their inner world and a new sense of permission to feel, heal, and move forward with intention.