Sanity Sessions: Real Talk
Sanity Sessions: Real Talk is your go-to podcast for all things mental health and trauma. Hosted by your favorite Philly girl, Dr. Dawn Crosson — licensed psychologist and certified trauma therapist — this show delivers grounded, real-world strategies for growing, healing and living fully. Whether you're navigating stress, stress, burnout, trauma or just trying to keep it together, Dr. Dawn’s got your back. It’s the podcast that keeps you sane through all the madness… and always keeps it real
Episodes
101 episodes
Say Hello to SNAP Sessions! Small Talks, Big Impact
In this special intro episode, Dr. Dawn unveils SNAP Sessions—a brand-new segment within the Sanity Sessions: Real Talk. These bite-sized episodes are designed to be Short, Nourishing, Actionable, and Playful, giving yo...
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Sesh 8.2-Whole Healing, Part 2: Dr. Uno on the Power of Integrative Wellness
In Part 2 of this powerful conversation, Dr. Dawn continues her deep dive with Dr. Uno, integrative medicine specialist, to explore how ancient practices, functional medicine, and whole-body approaches are transforming the way we treat t...
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Season 8
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Episode 2
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22:43
Sesh 8.1-Beyond the Couch: Integrative Paths to Healing and Wellbeing with Dr. Momoko Uno-Part 1
In this episode of Sanity Sessions: Real Talk, Dr. Dawn sits down with Dr. Uno to explore the power of integrative and functional medicine in the journey of healing — not just from trauma, but for overall wellbeing.We’re ...
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Season 8
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23:01
Season 8 Intro: New Name, Same Real Talk
Welcome back to Sanity Sessions: Real Talk, Season 8— and if you’re new here, welcome to the space!In this short intro episode, Dr. Dawn shares an exciting update about the evolution of the podcast. While Sanity Sessions
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Season 8
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BONUS SERIES-Unpacking Feminine Energy (Part 5): Seduction and Trauma: Understanding the Intersection with Ms. Cat Shanu
Dr. Dawn is back with the finale of the 5 part series with Ms. Cat Shanu, founder of The Femme Guide. In this episode, Dr. Dawn and Cat discuss the the shadow side of seduction and when it collides with trauma. Check out
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BONUS SERIES-Unpacking Feminine Energy (Part 4): Redefining Seduction: Exploring the Connection Between Seduction, Trauma and Relationships with Ms. Cat Shanu
Ms. Cat Shanu, founder of The Femme Guide, returns to the couch with Dr. Dawn for Part 4 of this 5 part series. Cat redefines seduction as used in her community, explores the traditional use of terms, and discusses addressing trauma and relatio...
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BONUS SERIES-Unpacking Feminine Energy (Part 3): Unlocking Feminine Archetypes: The Maiden, Wise Woman, Huntress & Lover with Ms. Cat Shanu
Dr. Dawn is back with Ms. Cat Shanu, founder of The Femme Guide, for Part 3 of this 5 part series. In this episode, Ms. Cat breaks down the Maiden, Wise Woman, Huntress and Lover, and when we are stuck in an archetype. She also explores how to ...
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BONUS SERIES-Unpacking Feminine Energy (Part 2): Healing the Wounds of Masculine and Feminine Energy with Ms. Cat Shanu
Ms. Cat Shanu, founder of The Femme Guide, is back with Dr. Dawn for Part 2 of this 5 part series. In this episode, she discusses her personal story and practical methods she recommends to begin healing...
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BONUS SERIES-Unpacking Feminine Energy (Part 1): Ms. Cat Shanu on Balance, Power, and the Wounded Areas
Ms. Cat Shanu, founder of The Femme Guide, joins Dr. Dawn on the couch to shed light on the power of feminine energy. In the first part of this enlightening series, Cat dives into the definitions of both feminine and masculine energy, exploring...
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Sesh 6.11: Healing Hearts (Part 2): Integrating Christianity and Therapy with Rev. Cheryl Kincaid
Real Talkers! Here is Part 2 with Rev. Cheryl Kincaid . In this episode she provides practicial tips on intergrating Christianity with therapy. Check out Rev. Cheryl Kincaid's
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Sesh 6.10: Healing Hearts (Part 1): Integrating Christianity and Therapy with Rev. Cheryl Kincaid
Real Talkers! We are back on the couch with Rev. Cheryl Kincaid as she speaks to us about her background and past trauma that led to her integrating mental health tools with Christianity. Check ou...
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Season 6
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Episode 10
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21:51
Sesh 6.9-When the Game Plays You: A former NBA Player's Story of Industry Exploitation feat. Dean Tolson
What's going on Real Talk Gang!! Today we have a former NBA player Mr. Dean Tolson with us. Mr. Dean Tolson was drafted by both the NBA and the ABA, having been selected by the Seattle Supersonics and t...
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Season 6
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Episode 9
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32:31
Sesh 6.8-Breaking the Stigma of Mental Health-Ted Phaeton interviews Dr. Dawn
Real Talk Gang! The tables are turned in this episode. Dr. Dawn is interviewed by Ted Phaeton, Anchor and Meteorologist at Fox, Carolina. Together we address ...
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Season 6
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Episode 8
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30:36
Sesh 6.7-Rising from the Shadows feat. Dr. Heather Browne: A Daughter's Journey through Suicide Loss and Post-Traumatic Growth
What's going on Real Talk Gang!! We are back with another episode in season 6! With us in this episode, Ted-X speaker and author of Speaking with the Heart, Dr. Heath...
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Season 6
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Episode 7
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38:55
Sesh 6.6-The Gift of Adversity: Exploring Post-Traumatic Growth
What's going on Real Talkers!! Today we are taking a look at Post-traumatic Growth coined by Tedeschi & Calhoun, 1995, the positive psychological change that ca...
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Season 6
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Episode 6
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23:32
Sesh 6.5-Fame, Fortune and Trauma: Monique and Katt Williams-Club Shay Shay interviews
What's going on Real Talkers!! Many of us saw both the Katt Williams and Monique separate interviews with Shannon Sharpe. In this episode we take a look at the information they...
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Season 6
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Episode 5
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32:46
Sesh 6.4-Beyond the Buzzwords: Unpacking Trauma Truths Part 2- feat. Dr. Taylor Bryant and Dr. Nicole Greene
What's going on Real Talkers!! This is part two with two of the G.O.A.T.'s Dr. Nicole Greene and Dr. Taylor Bryant of Empress Evolve. In this follow-up episode, we continue to debunk buzzwords and myths surrounding trauma. Terms suc...
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Season 6
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Episode 4
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21:57
Sesh 6.3-Beyond the Buzzwords: Unpacking Trauma Truths Part 1- feat. Dr. Taylor Bryant and Dr. Nicole Greene
What's going on Real Talkers!! This episode we have two of my absolute favorite Trauma Therapists, Dr. Nicole Greene and Dr. Taylor Bryant of Empress Evolve. Together we delve into trauma symptoms not found in the DSM-V and debunk myths s...
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Season 6
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Episode 3
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36:55
Sesh 6.2-Healing the Wounds-Navigating Church Hurt and Trauma w/ Dee Barbour-Part 2
What's going on gang!! Here is Part 2 of examining church hurt and trauma with our girl, trauma therapist and educator, Dee Barbour. This episode we address methods and coping skills to manage the hurt and trauma. Great News!
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Season 6
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Episode 2
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Sesh 6.1-Healing the Wounds-Navigating Church Hurt and Trauma w/ Dee Barbour-Part 1
What's going on gang!! We are back on the couch with another season of real Talk! This is season 6 of Sanity Sessions: Real Talk, Real Trauma. We are kicking off this season with our girl, trauma therapist and educator, Dee Barbour....
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Season 6
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Episode 1
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5.4-Applying the Self-Compassion Tools to Heal from Within-4-Part Self-Compassion Series WRAP-UP
What's going on gang!! We are back on the couch! With the 4th and final installation in our 4 part-series that looks at healing trauma through the practice of self-compassion. In this episode we put it all together and offer tips to apply...
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Season 5
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Episode 4
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29:07
Sesh 5.3-Understanding Self-Compassion and Forgiveness in the Healing Process-Self-Compassion 4-part Series
What's going on gang!! We are back on the couch! With the 3rd Installation in our 4 part-series that looks at healing trauma through the practice of self-compassion. This week we delve into forgiveness. Get your pen and paper for th...
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Season 5
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Episode 3
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25:59
Sesh 5.2- Self-Acceptance-4-part Self-Compassion Series
What's going on gang!! This is the 2nd Installment of the 4 part Self-Compassion Series. This episode we take a look at self-acceptance and embracing all aspects of ourselves. We also share a listeners feedback on last episodes h.w....
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30:26
Sesh 5.1- Self-compassion to heal and soothe trauma-4-part Series
What's going on gang!! We are back on the couch! With a 4 part- series that looks at healing trauma through the practice of self-compassion. Get your pen and paper because there is some homework to aid in the healing process.
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Season 5
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Episode 1
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36:34
Sesh 4.12-Tragic Brooklyn Love Story with Shaquana Robinson-BONUS-Forgiveness and her current relationship with her brother
In this brief bonus episode-Shaquana shares with us her current relationship with her brother, forgiveness and the family dynamic. Check out the full episodes 4.10 and 4.11 for the entire compelling story of hope through the tragedy. ...
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Season 4
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Episode 12
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