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Trust and Thrive

Tara Montazeri, LMFT
Mental Health
Anxiety
OCD
Self-Compassion
Therapy
Self-Care
Relationship OCD
Boundaries
Relationships
Social Media
Burnout
Imposter Syndrome
Trauma
Generational Healing
Grief
People Pleasing
Authenticity
Valentine's Day
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
ADHD

Welcome to Trust and Thrive! I'm Tara Montazeri, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and host of the podcast. Through honest conversations, solo episodes, and interviews with guests, we explore topics related to mental health, relationships, OCD/anxiety, self-compassion, and the messy, nuanced parts of being human. I hope these conversations can help you feel curious, connected, understood, a... more

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Genny Rumanczik
Creator of The EQ School; author of The Wisdom of Feeling
The EQ School
Episode: 332: Emotional Intelligence and Navigating Uncomfortable Emotions - with Genny Rumanczik, Creator of The EQ School
Mary Feldman
OCD and Anxiety Therapist, Educator and Speaker with Lived Experience
OCD Rebel Therapist
Episode: 329: Mental Compulsions and the Invisible Side of OCD - with Mary Feldman, OCD and Anxiety Therapist
Shahem McLaurin
Licensed Therapist & Mental Health Educator
Episode: 327: Authenticity and Social Change in the Mental Health Space - with Shahem McLaurin, Licensed Therapist and Mental Health Educator
Jennifer Bohle
Trauma-informed therapist, content creator
Jennifer Ann Counseling
Episode: 325: EMDR, Social Media, and Humanizing Therapy - with Jennifer Bohle, Trauma-Informed Therapist
Natasha Daniels
Anxiety & OCD therapist; founder of Child OCD Therapist
Child OCD Therapist
Episode: 323: Recognizing OCD and Anxiety Patterns in Childhood - with Natasha Daniels, Anxiety and OCD Therapist
Kai Qiu
Inner child healing guide; author of Emotionally Immature Parents, A Recovery Workbook
Hello Dr. Kai / Hello Dr. Kai on Instagram
Episode: 322: Inner Child Work & Caring for Unmet Emotional Needs - with Dr. Kai Qiu, Author & Inner Child Healing Guide
Lily Sais
Former lead school psychologist in Los Angeles and anxiety coach
Underscore Peace From Within (Instagram) / Peace From Within (Website)
Episode: 320: Driving Anxiety, Derealization, & Depersonalization - with Lily Sais, School Psychologist Turned Anxiety Coach
Katie Pankonin
Mental health therapist specializing in grief and relationships, Phoenix, Arizona
NKendle Mental Health (Practice Name)
Episode: 319: A Discussion on Grief & Loss - with Katie Pankonin, Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Alex Thomson
Licensed Associate Professional Counselor specializing in OCD and anxiety
Talk Therapy with Alex
Episode: 313: Unlearning What Being a Therapist "Should" Look Like - with Alex Thomson, Associate Professional Counselor

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Tara Montazeri
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist; host of the show; focuses on mental health, OCD/anxiety, relationships, and self-compassion.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 169 ratings
  • A great OCD podcast!

    As an OCD therapist I really appreciate Tara’s podcast. She is down to earth and relatable. She has a way of validating and normalizing the struggles so many people go through. I definitely recommend this podcast to anyone who wants evidenced-based guidance delivered in an engaging way!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Natashadaniels
    United States4 months ago
  • INCREDIBLE PODCAST!

    this podcast is everything I needed. Tara reminds me a lot of myself- this has become my go to podcast that. I listen to in the car, when I’m going for a walk ,even at the mall. I resonate with what she has to say so much. You can tell that she’s such a pure and sweet soul, genuinely wanting to be the best practitioner possible. As an MFT student myself, many of the topics covers brings me so much comfort as she reminds that just because your therapist is still a human who is going through it. T... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    yedolem
    United States6 months ago
  • THE BEST PODCAST!!!

    Finding Tara has truly been such an eye opening experience!! You can immediately tell how much she really cares for her work and inspiring others to embrace their humaneness. Just knowing there’s others out there who may have similar struggles is so so validating and she gives that opportunity! While it’s of course so helpful to hear things from her professional perspective, knowing that she shows up as her authentic self and as just a human being is incredibly inspiring!! She’s truly normalizin... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gkoe280
    United States7 months ago
  • Amazing Podcast!

    I am so glad that I found Tara and her podcast on social media. She has a great way of talking about important mental health topics in a way that is relatable and understandable. I highly recommend this show to anyone who has experienced any mental health concerns.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    psych💕💕💕
    United States9 months ago
  • INCREDIBLE PODCAST!

    this podcast is everything I needed. Tara reminds me a lot of myself- this has become my go to podcast that. I listen to in the car when I’m going for a walk even at the mall. I resonate with what she has to say so much. You can tell that she’s such a pure and sweet soul, genuinely wanting to be the best practitioner possible. As an MFT student myself, many of the topics covers brings me so much comfort as she reminds that just because your therapist is still a human who is going through it. Thi... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    yedolem
    United Statesa year ago

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332: Emotional Intelligence and Navigating Uncomfortable Emotions - with Genny Rumanczik, Creator of The EQ School
Q: Tell us about your book and how it connects to the EQ work you do?
The Wisdom of Feeling anchors three of the four EI pillars—self-awareness, emotional self-management, and social awareness—while exploring how past experiences shape present boundaries and motivations, and how to become one's own supportive inner advocate.
332: Emotional Intelligence and Navigating Uncomfortable Emotions - with Genny Rumanczik, Creator of The EQ School
Q: What does emotional intelligence look like in practice for someone who's listening?
She explains the Goleman framework, focusing on self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, and relationship management, with emphasis on building a safe, compassionate space to map feelings and respond rather than react.
332: Emotional Intelligence and Navigating Uncomfortable Emotions - with Genny Rumanczik, Creator of The EQ School
Q: Can you tell us about yourself and how you got to the EQ School?
Genny describes her path from teaching to design leadership, the shift toward emotional intelligence, and how early experiences and education shaped her approach. She emphasizes turning personal growth into a practical space where people can practice these concepts outside formal therapy.
327: Authenticity and Social Change in the Mental Health Space - with Shahem McLaurin, Licensed Therapist and Mental Health Educator
Q: How do you balance public visibility with professional boundaries and client confidentiality?
The guest explains that visibility comes with understanding that therapists are human and that public-facing work requires clear boundaries, ethics, and support from one's employer. Public engagement is framed as a way to humanize the profession while still protecting clients and adhering to ethical standards.
327: Authenticity and Social Change in the Mental Health Space - with Shahem McLaurin, Licensed Therapist and Mental Health Educator
Q: What initially drew you to community organizing and how did that influence your path into social work and therapy?
The guest describes starting in Baltimore as a community organizer, being inspired by a social worker who led a large protest, and realizing the value of macro change while recognizing the need for hands-on clinical experience. This led to pursuing social work with a macro focus, then integrating micro practice to better advocate for individuals and families.

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5. Natasha Daniels
6. Kai Qiu
7. Lily Sais
8. Katie Pankonin

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