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FULFILLMENT THERAPY - Marriage & Family Therapy, Self Mastery, Self Actualization, Unmet Needs, LDS Parent, Family Connection

Kendra Nielson | Therapist, Counselor, Self Development Educator, Fulfillment Therapy Founder, Consultant,
Parenting
Mental Health
Self-Care
Personal Growth
Marriage
Family Dynamics
Boundaries
Communication
Relationships
Emotional Intelligence
Intimacy
Stress Management
Mindfulness
Personal Development
Self-Compassion
Resilience
Spirituality
Burnout
Therapy
Mental Wellness

Welcome to Fulfillment Therapy. I’m Kendra Nielson—wife, mom, licensed therapist, and someone who’s been right where you are. If you’re doing everything “right” but still feel exhausted, overwhelmed, and empty inside, know you’re not alone. Maybe you thought life, marriage, and parenting would be simpler or more rewarding by now, yet some days all you want to do is hide under the covers, scroll an... more

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Learn more about why discipline creates freedom instead of restriction, how small daily habits break the complacency trap, and what it really means to live intentionally when you're already exhausted and overwhelmed. This conversation is... more

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Complacency doesn't announce itself—it quietly steals your life one "good enough" day at a time. Marty Hofmann, ultra-successful entrepreneur, father of six, and author of Kill Complacency, shares his personal wake-up call and how he sto... more

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Join us in part 2 to further learn how the triangulation dynamic shows up in parenting, marriage, and extended family relationships, and why it quietly leads to burnout, resentment, and disconnection. You’ll walk away with practical tool... more

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Do you feel stuck in the middle of family conflict, constantly managing emotions that don’t feel like yours? This episode explores triangulation in families—a common but often overlooked pattern that impacts parents’ mental health, emoti... more

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Recent Guests

Joseph Palmer
Educator and speaker on technology, learning, and student well-being
Educator (interviewee on technology in education)
Episode: 355 | Raising Disconnected Kids in a Connected World: One Educator's Wake-Up Call Every Parent Needs to Hear: Part 2, with Joseph Palmer
Kendra Nielson
Therapist, podcaster, founder of Fulfillment Therapy
Fulfillment Therapy
Episode: 352 | Are You Healing… or Just Staying Busy? The Mental Health Trap So Many Parents Miss
Miguel Bautista
Founder/coach focusing on CFS and recovery strategies
CFS Recovery / Recovery Roadmap Protocol
Episode: 351 | The Push-Crash Trap: Why Doing More Is Keeping You Sick, Stuck, and Exhausted, with Miguel Bautista Part 2
Bria Gadd
Period Whisperer, focused on hormones, perimenopause, and wellness
The Period Whisperer / Bria Gadd
Episode: 349 | Hormones, Exhaustion, and Emotional Distance: Could Midlife Be the Turning Point Toward a Happier Marriage and Home?, with Bria Gadd Part 2
Joe Dillon
Mediator with Equitable Mediation, specializes in financial and psychological facets of divorce
Equitable Mediation
Episode: 347 | When You or Someone You Love Is Facing Divorce—Here’s What You Need to Know, with Joe Dillon Part 2
Irin Rubin
Founder and CEO of MamaZen
MamaZen
Episode: 344 | When You're Barely Holding It Together: Emotional Regulation for Exhausted Parents, with Irin Rubin
Todd Sarner
Therapist and author discussed in interview
Transformative Parenting / Private practice
Episode: 343 | Overwhelmed, Exhausted, and Snapping? How to Rebuild Family Calm from the Inside Out, with Todd Sarner Part 2
Heike Yates
Midlife fitness expert, author and creator of the Spark Framework
Pursue Your Spark
Episode: 340 | Why Do So Many Midlife Women Feel Empty—Even When Their Life Looks “Good”? With Heiki Yates
Lee Baucom
Marriage coach
Save The Marriage system (developer)
Episode: 338 | Can You Fix a Marriage Alone? How Personal Growth Transforms Relationships, with Lee Baucom

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Kendra Nielson
Host of Fulfillment Therapy

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 220 ratings
  • For Anyone Doing Everything Right and Still Exhausted

    Kendra gets it. This podcast is for parents who are showing up, doing the work, and still wondering why they feel so depleted. No judgment, no toxic positivity, but actual real conversations about what's happening underneath the overwhelm.

    I appreciate that she goes beyond surface-level self-care advice. The episodes on attachment patterns and childhood wiring helped me understand why my nervous system was stuck in overdrive even when life looked manageable on paper.

    Short episodes that fit into... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MiguelBautista-BautistaMedia
    Canada5 months ago
  • Relevance

    I really appreciate that many of the things Kendra brings to light in her podcasts are relevant to clients that I work with. Recently I referred a specific episode to someone because it was so relatable and full of practical tips. Thank you Kendra!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    elexabit
    United States6 months ago
  • Highly Recommend

    Fulfillment Therapy is the kind of podcast that makes you pause mid-walk and think, “Wow. I needed that.”

    The conversations go beyond surface-level self-improvement and into the deeper layers of identity, nervous system health, and what it truly means to feel aligned in your life. It’s thoughtful without being heavy, therapeutic without being clinical, and practical without being preachy.

    Every episode feels like a grounded conversation with someone who actually understands the complexity of g... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bria The Period Whisperer
    United States7 months ago
  • A grounding reminder

    The episode on burnout and the ruthless elimination of hurry made me feel deeply seen.

    A powerful reminder that simplicity matters more than perfection.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Heike Y.
    United States8 months ago
  • Needed!

    This a very needed show. It has blessed my life and my relationships.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    happymomof8
    United States10 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the host's practical, compassionate approach and depth on topics like burnout, boundaries, and parenting.
Great guest variety and accessible, non-judgmental delivery that helps listeners feel seen and capable
Fans note episodes go beyond surface-level tips, offering real tools that fit into busy lives.

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350 | The Push-Crash Trap: Why Doing More Is Keeping You Sick, Stuck, and Exhausted, with Miguel Bautista
Q: Is recovery possible for people who have been ill for many years, and what are common barriers?
Yes, recovery can happen even after long durations. Common barriers include identity loss, the belief that the illness is permanent, and a tendency to chase diagnoses or quick fixes. The approach emphasizes addressing the root nervous system issue, not just symptoms, and maintaining a driver mindset toward sustained improvement.
350 | The Push-Crash Trap: Why Doing More Is Keeping You Sick, Stuck, and Exhausted, with Miguel Bautista
Q: What does it take to move from being stuck in survival mode to recovery?
Miguel explains that it isn't about more self-care or willpower; it's about retooling the brain's response to stress by teaching the nervous system that it's safe to come out of survival mode, followed by structured, practical steps that build capacity and confidence.
349 | Hormones, Exhaustion, and Emotional Distance: Could Midlife Be the Turning Point Toward a Happier Marriage and Home?, with Bria Gadd Part 2
Q: Where can listeners find Bria and how can they connect for a proper assessment?
Listeners were directed to Bria's Period Whisperer resources and Instagram, with invitations to book a call for functional lab interpretations.
349 | Hormones, Exhaustion, and Emotional Distance: Could Midlife Be the Turning Point Toward a Happier Marriage and Home?, with Bria Gadd Part 2
Q: What kinds of labs are being discussed and how do they differ from the standard tests?
They discussed conventional metabolic panels vs. deeper functional testing, and how standard tests may miss gut health and hormonal optimization, which can influence energy and mood.
347 | When You or Someone You Love Is Facing Divorce—Here’s What You Need to Know, with Joe Dillon Part 2
Q: How do you handle situations where one spouse is underreporting income or keeping cash off the books?
We partner with the financial facet of mediation to require complete financials, including tax returns and profit/loss statements, and we use cash-flow analysis to expose discrepancies and anchor decisions in reality rather than perception.

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The show centers on practical strategies for flourishing in family life, relationships, and personal growth, with a strong emphasis on emotional regulation, boundaries, and sustainable habits. Across episodes, conversations span midlife vitality, hormonal health, parenting burnout, and building calmer, more connected homes, often through small, doable changes rather than sweeping overhauls. Guests range from therapists and parenting experts to divorce mediators and relationship coaches, all contributing actionable frameworks for reducing stress, improving communication, and aligning daily life with core values. A notable throughline is reclaiming energy and meaning without guilt, and viewing personal well-being as a foundation for healthier... more

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