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thERINpy with Erin Washington
Hosted by WTOP | Hubbard Radio
She’s not an eating disorder therapist, but she’s recovered from two of them. She’s not a personal trainer, but she’s maintained a 20-pound weight loss after having 2 kids. She’s not a divorce counselor but she’s right smack in the middle of one! Co-Parenting! Sobriety! Divorce! Body image! Self-worth- anything you’d work through in traditional therapy - without the bill ! Erin Washington is an author ( From Pain to Purpose: Finding Meaning in the Mess ), body image advocate and media personality (seen on Good Day DC, Good Day Atlanta and Good Morning Nashville), former D1 athlete and single mom of two, balancing motherhood and entrepreneurship. Erin shares her body image and personal growth journey so other people will feel seen and less alone. Each week, Erin brings you inspiring stories from authentic and vulnerable guests who have overcome all the things to come out on the other side. Subscribe for your weekly dose of thERINpy!
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- New York Times best-selling author Misha Brown on transforming how you treat yourselfMay 11, 2026 · 59 minMisha Brown, author of the New York Times best-selling "Be Your Own Bestie: A No-Nonsense Guide to Changing the Way You Treat Yourself," on how rethinking the way you treat yourself can change everything. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
- Media personality, Dominique Sachse, on thriving in midlifeMay 4, 2026 · 1 hr 3 minDominique Sachse, host of "Over 50 and Flourishing," shares her transition from TV news to content creation, trusting intuition, embracing change, finding love later in life, and living fully through wellness. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
- Author Aimee Rickabus shares strategies for a more balanced approach to motherhoodApr 27, 2026 · 58 minAimee Rickabus, author of "The Manage Her," discusses the mental load of motherhood while coaching Erin on boundaries, balance and perfectionism. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
- Writer Cody Cook-Parrott on digital distractionApr 20, 2026 · 59 minCody Cook-Parrott, author of "The Practice of Attention: Cultivating Presence in a Distracted World," shares why they deleted Instagram at 82,000 followers and how boundaries, self‑compassion and harm‑reduction can change our relationship with social media. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
- Sober advocate Suzanne Warye shares her journey and tips for moms who want to quit drinkingApr 13, 2026 · 1 hr 11 minSuzanne Warye, author of "The Sober Shift," discusses her sobriety journey, how alcohol worsened her OCD and anxiety, and why sobriety, support, and self‑reflection can be life‑changing for moms. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
- Comedian René Joseph talks about dating tips and women's health advocacyApr 6, 2026 · 1 hr 9 minComedian and women’s health advocate René Joseph discusses his journey learning about women’s health through social media, dating, and how gender-role expectations affect relationships and work. Get more from René at @bornwithadarktan on Instagram and @ThatGuyReneJay on TikTok. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
- Licensed marriage and family therapist Bronwyn Schweigerdt discusses anger and shameMar 30, 2026 · 54 min'Angry At The Right Things' podcast host Bronwyn Schweigerdt explores how unaddressed shame can appear as anger and how understanding it can improve relationships. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
- Health and leadership coach Courtney Townley on thriving in midlifeMar 23, 2026 · 1 hr 1 minCourtney Townley, author of 'The Consistency Code: A Midlife Woman’s Guide to Deep Health and Happiness', talks about her journey from a fitness-focused career to becoming a health and self-leadership coach, emphasizing the importance of authenticity and making intentional life changes. She offers insights on managing anxiety, setting healthy boundaries, embracing uncertainty, having the courage to make decisions aligned with one's values, and how to redefine success and health beyond physical appearance. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
- Five-time New York Times best-selling author Jen Hatmaker discusses healing from codependency and learning to trust her intuitionMar 16, 2026 · 1 hr 3 minJen Hatmaker, New York Times best-selling author of 'Awake: A Memoir', discusses her journey of healing and transformation following the end of her 26-year marriage, how she broke free from codependent patterns and learned to trust her intuition. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
- Clinical hypnotherapist Christina L. Woods hypnotizes Erin!Mar 9, 2026 · 54 minInternationally recognized clinical hypnotherapist Christina L. Woods discusses how her own experiences inspired her to help others break sabotaging patterns and reach personal transformation. During a guided hypnosis session, Christina helps Erin uncover and work through deep-seated beliefs about seeking external validation. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
- Retired Navy SEAL Commander turned mindfulness and meditation coach Jon MacaskillMar 2, 2026 · 1 hr 1 minRetired Navy SEAL Commander turned mindfulness and meditation coach Jon Macaskill discusses how practicing mindfulness while parenting can help regulate the nervous system. You'll also want to listen as he teaches Erin how to meditate (Spoiler Alert: You can meditate on walks!) See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
- Co‑parenting coach Jay Skibbens breaks down how to regulate emotions during co‑parentingFeb 23, 2026 · 1 hr 14 minCo‑parenting coach Jay Skibbens talks about communication, emotional regulation and the key behaviors co‑parenting moms need to let go of. He also shares his Grounded Response Method, a free guide that helps co‑parents who feel triggered or reactive even when they 'know better'. It outlines a simple, nervous‑system‑based process to help you pause, ground yourself, and respond without fear or guilt. Get it here: https://jay-skibbens.mykajabi.com/opt-in-9348c019-f9c1-4b91-8ab2-f6ad95ca18ab Grounded Coparent University is a self-paced learning space for co-parents who feel emotionally overwhelmed, reactive, or stuck in survival mode. It teaches practical tools to calm the nervous system, handle triggers differently, and create peace without centering the other parent. Learn more here: https://www.skool.com/coparenting-skool-7922/about?ref=faa248db066e4973ab3c93adb9b2a808 Follow Jay on Instagram at @jayskibbens. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
- Hone Health CEO Saad Alam on hormone optimizationFeb 16, 2026 · 59 minHone Health CEO, Saad Alam, discusses the importance of hormone optimization, the role of testosterone in a woman's perimenopausal journey and the biggest dial movers for longevity. Hone Health is the leading telehealth clinic focused on longevity, AI-powered insights, and physician-led, holistic care. Through advanced diagnostics, personalized treatment plans, and continuous longitudinal support, Hone helps men and women take control of their health, extend their healthspan, and live more energized lives. Hone’s mission is to build a world where age is not a limit. Hone's website: honehealth.com Hone's Instagram: @hone.health Saad's Instagram: @msaadalam See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
- Relationship coach Chris Davids on attracting secure, authentic loveFeb 9, 2026 · 59 minRelationship coach, Chris Davids, discusses practical dating strategies, emotional attachment styles and the importance of finding a partner who supports your personal growth. Get coaching from Chris at https://www.evolvedbydrchris.com/ and follow him on Instagram at @evolvedbychris. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
- Colette Fehr, relationship expert and author of 'The Cost of Quiet: How to Have the Hard Conversations That Create Secure, Lasting Love'Feb 2, 2026 · 57 minRelationship expert Colette Fehr discusses her book 'The Cost of Quiet: How to Have the Hard Conversations That Create Secure, Lasting Love', relationship "red flags" and how she "got it right" in her second marriage. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
- Tonya Lester, psychotherapist and go-to relationship expert, on how to 'push back'Jan 26, 2026 · 59 minTonya Lester, psychotherapist and author of 'Push Back: Live, Love, and Work with Others Without Losing Yourself', discusses how to stand up for yourself in a relationship and break old patterns of choosing romantic partners based on anxious tendencies. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
- Executive coach Carrie Fabris, author of 'All In: A Working Mom's Unapologetic Quest for a Juicy Life'Jan 19, 2026 · 1 hr 8 minExecutive coach Carrie Fabris, author of 'All In: A Working Mom's Unapologetic Quest for a Juicy Life', discusses evaluating your return on energy and how to avoid burnout. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
- Award-winning psychotherapist Israa Nasir on toxic productivityJan 12, 2026 · 1 hrIsraa Nasir, author of 'Toxic Productivity: Reclaim Your Time and Emotional Energy in a World That Always Demands More' shares how to uncouple your self worth from your accomplishments. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
- Embodiment coach Jen Aks on body awareness and 'The Power of Gesture'Jan 5, 2026 · 59 minEmbodiment coach Jen Aks shares how to tap into what your body is telling you and leads Erin through her 'Power of Gesture' practice that you can do too! More on Jen below: TEDx: youtube.com/watch?v=nfZGY1mAbWs Cohort: jenaks.com/coaching Book: amazon.com/Your-Body-Speaking-Empowered-Elevated/dp/B0FRDKGFZF/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&dib_tag=se&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.Ahu0R4CXRjnKB-Mt2hVgwjYZ3UkjFRRCF0xzKyT0Owc.Rz_ippRr1MgAg4b4YlISMNsv_YpJijTL4TMSH8UQtvI&qid=1759188897&sr=8-1 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
- Erin's Best: ABC News Chief Meteorologist Ginger Zee discusses depression and disordered eatingJan 1, 2026 · 1 hr 28 minErin's Best: ABC News Chief Meteorologist and New York Times best-selling author Ginger Zee discusses entering a mental health facility just 10 days before joining 'Good Morning America', leaving an abusive partner and navigating her relationship with alcohol and disordered eating. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
- Erin's Best: Michelle Williams, Grammy Award–winning singer, Broadway actress and mental health advocateDec 29, 2025 · 48 minErin's Best: Grammy Award–winning singer and Broadway star Michelle Williams discusses her battle with depression, the tools she uses to manage her mental health and how she was able to re-establish herself as an artist and Broadway actress after being part of Destiny's Child. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
- Erin's Best: TV host Sara Haines on postpartum depression, OCD and balancing career and motherhood (Part 2)Dec 25, 2025 · 47 minErin's Best: TV host and journalist Sara Haines is back to share her postpartum journey, OCD diagnosis and how she balances all the things as a working mom of three kids! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
- Erin's Best: TV host Sara Haines on her journey to a seat at the table of ABC's The View (Part 1)Dec 22, 2025 · 48 minErin's Best: TV host and journalist Sara Haines discusses body image, living without regrets and her incredible career — going from a page at NBC to a permanent seat at the table on ABC's The View. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
- Karen McNenny, 'The Good Divorce Coach' on how to have a good divorceDec 15, 2025 · 1 hr 7 min"The Good Divorce Coach" mediator Karen McNenny on how to be divorced after the papers are signed, best practices for co-parenting, introducing new partners and how to have a good divorce. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
- Leading gynecologist and certified menopause practitioner Dr. Maria SophoclesDec 8, 2025 · 57 minMenopause expert Dr. Maria Sophocles explains why women approaching menopause may avoid sex, and how to manage perimenopause and menopause symptoms — even if your doctor dismisses your concerns. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
- Gabriella Pomare, award-winning lawyer and author of 'The Collaborative Co-Parent'Dec 1, 2025 · 59 minFamily lawyer Gabriella Pomare offers advice from her professional and personal experience on co-parenting, including what to avoid and how to raise resilient, secure children after divorce. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
- Psychiatrist and functional medicine practitioner Dr. Tracy McCarthy on the connection between gut health and mental healthNov 24, 2025 · 1 hr 2 minFunctional medicine practitioner Dr. Tracy McCarthy discusses the effects of chronic inflammation on mental health, the link between gut health and mental health, the importance of sleep and how alcohol affects women in perimenopause. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
- Psychotherapist Frankie Olivia, on relationship attachment stylesNov 17, 2025 · 59 minPsychotherapist Frankie Olivia discusses relationship attachment styles, where our relationship trauma actually stems from, why anxious women are typically attracted to avoidant men and how to break our past cycles to finally become securely attached in relationships. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
- Dating coach Christian Thompson on exactly how men think about dating and relationships.Nov 10, 2025 · 55 minDating coach Christian Thompson discusses his book 'Hooked On You: How To Make Him Obsessed With You Without Losing Yourself', why men ghost and how to make any man obsessed with you. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
- Embodiment coach Jay Moon Fields on how to regulate your nervous systemNov 3, 2025 · 1 hr 1 minSomatic coach Jay Moon Fields discusses nervous system work, how to be your authentic self around other people and her 'Hey, Wait' technique that you can use to advocate for yourself in relationships. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
- Brett Eaton, high-performance coach and author of 'Uncomfortable Either Way: Why Choosing Easy Is Making Your Life Hard'Oct 27, 2025 · 1 hr 9 min'Uncomfortable Either Way' author Brett Eaton shares why staying stagnant and unmotivated is just as uncomfortable as working toward something, and offers tools you can use to make a change in your life. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
- KC Davis, therapist and best-selling author of 'Who Deserves Your Love'Oct 20, 2025 · 1 hr 23 min'Who Deserves Your Love' author KC Davis explains what boundaries actually are (and what they're not), and takes Erin through her decision tree method that she uses to help her clients decide whether to leave or stay in a relationship. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
- Meaghan Murphy, editor-in-chief of Woman's Day magazine, on living a fully charged lifeOct 13, 2025 · 55 minMeaghan B. Murphy, author of 'Your Fully Charged Life' and editor of Woman's Day magazine, hares how to get unstuck and rewire your brain to find the positive in any situation. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
- Master midlife coach Wendy Valentine on women waking up in their 40sOct 6, 2025 · 56 minWendy Valentine, author of 'Women Waking Up: The Midlife Manifesto for Passion, Purpose, and Play', shares how she woke up and changed her life after divorce in her 40s, how to rewire a perfectionist brain and how you can thrive in your next chapter! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
- Erin Brennan, life strategist, shares how to get unstuckSep 29, 2025 · 1 hr 1 minLife strategist Erin Brennan shares how to get unstuck and suggests the questions to ask yourself when making an important life decision. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
- Lauren Tetenbaum, LCSW, therapist and author of 'Millennial Menopause: Preparing for Perimenopause, Menopause, and Life's Next Period'Sep 22, 2025 · 45 min'Millennial Menopause' author Lauren Tetenbaum shares the key signs of perimenopause, the potential benefits of hormone replacement therapy (HRT), and how this generation can proactively prepare for the transition. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
- Sue Willoughby, midlife strategist and professional fire-starter for midlife reinventionSep 15, 2025 · 59 minMidlife coach Sue Willoughby coaches Erin through making a final decision on divorce, how to date in your 40s and what is holding her (and you) back from living an unapologetically, authentic life! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
- Forgiveness expert, Dara McKinley, on how to forgive anythingSep 8, 2025 · 1 hrForgiveness expert Dara McKinley explains how to forgive and why anything is forgivable! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
- Marni Battista, life design coach and author of Your Radical Living ChallengeAug 25, 2025 · 59 minRelationship coach and dating expert Marni Battista live coaches Erin through her pending divorce, teaches her how to date with dignity and stop being codependent in relationships. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
- ABC News Chief Meteorologist Ginger Zee discusses depression and disordered eatingAug 18, 2025 · 1 hr 28 minABC News Chief Meteorologist and New York Times best-selling author Ginger Zee discusses entering a mental health facility just 10 days before joining 'Good Morning America', leaving an abusive partner and navigating her relationship with alcohol and disordered eating. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
- Nutritionist and certified intuitive eating counselor Bonnie Roney, RDAug 11, 2025 · 56 minIntuitive eating counselor Bonnie Roney discusses intuitive eating and how to break free from diet culture. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
- Amber Rae, best-selling author of 'Loveable: A Memoir: One Woman's Path from Good to Free'Aug 4, 2025 · 58 minBest-selling author Amber Rae discusses her new memoir 'Loveable: A Memoir: One Woman's Path from Good to Free', leaving her husabnd for a man she had never even kissed, and how to tap into your inner knowing and start living the life that was meant for you. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
- Early childhood trauma therapist Dr. Sasha Reiisi, Ed.D, LPCCJul 28, 2025 · 1 hr 10 minChild psychologist Dr. Sasha Reiisi discusses how to acknowledge and attune to our inner child and how healing our inner child can make us better parents. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
- Psychologist Harry Cohen, author of 'Be The Sun, Not the Salt'Jul 21, 2025 · 55 minPsychologist Harry Cohen discusses his new book 'Be The Sun, Not the Salt' and how to be more heliotropic every day. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
- Bernice McFadden, award-winning novelist and author of 'Firstborn Girls'Jul 14, 2025 · 57 minAward-winning novelist Bernice McFadden discusses her memoir 'Firstborn Girls', everything that comes with being the firstborn daughter in a family and what white women can do to support the racial climate in our country. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
- Married entrepreneurs, George and Alicia McKenzie, share the secrets to their lasting marriageJul 7, 2025 · 1 hr'Married to the Startup' hosts George and Alicia McKenzie discuss how they prioritize their marriage while running their companies and raising five kids! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
- Emmy award-winning media personality, Ryan Clark, on relationships and sobrietyJun 30, 2025 · 1 hr 7 minESPN analyst, Ryan Clark, discusses his journey from being an undrafted free agent to having a 13-year NFL career, how he and his wife have sustained two decades of marriage and why he stopped drinking alcohol. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
- Michelle Williams, Grammy Award–winning singer, Broadway actress and mental health advocateJun 23, 2025 · 48 minGrammy Award–winning singer and Broadway star Michelle Williams discusses her battle with depression, the tools she uses to manage her mental health and how she was able to re-establish herself as an artist and Broadway actress after being part of Destiny's Child. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
- Jillian Turecki, relationship coach and New York Times best-selling author of 'It Begins With You'Jun 16, 2025 · 38 minRelationship expert Jillian Turecki shares the key to lasting marriages, whether to stay or leave in a relationship and how to date after divorce. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
- Tiffany Jenkins, comedian and mental health advocate on divorce with young kidsJun 9, 2025 · 1 hr 14 minComedian and mental health advocate, Tiffany Jenkins, discusses OCD, depression and navigating divorce with young children (when you're sober!) See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .