Wellness Pro Podcast with Cate Stillman

About this episode: In this timely episode of The Wellness Pro Show, Cate Stillman sits down with leaders from the California College of Ayurveda (CCA) to explore what it really takes to build a successful, sustainable Ayurveda business in today's wellness economy. Together, they unpack the gap between clinical training and real-world practice, why so many skilled practitioners struggle financially, and how Ayurvedic professionals can shift from one-on-one consults into scalable, ethical business models—without compromising the depth or integrity of the tradition. This conversation is essential listening for Ayurveda students, graduates, and wellness professionals who want to serve more people, earn consistently, and build careers that last. Key Takeaways: 🌿 The Reality of Ayurveda Practice Today Why clinical skill alone isn't enough—and what modern practitioners must understand about marketing, positioning, and sustainability. 📈 From Practitioner to Professional How Ayurvedic practitioners can move beyond hourly consults and design offers that support both transformation and income stability. 🧠 Education vs. Implementation Gap Where most Ayurveda programs stop—and how CCA is helping graduates bridge the gap between learning Ayurveda and living from it. 🤝 Community-Based Models Why group programs, memberships, and clubs are becoming the future of Ayurveda practice—and how they align with traditional wisdom. 🔥 Integrity Without Burnout How to grow an Ayurveda business that honors lineage, avoids hustle culture, and supports long-term practitioner wellbeing. 🔑 Career Longevity for Ayurveda Pros What it takes to stay in practice for decades—not years—while adapting Ayurveda to modern client needs. Who this episode is for: • Ayurveda students & graduates • Wellness practitioners feeling stuck or under-earning • Coaches and healers wanting scalable offers • Anyone curious about the future of Ayurveda as a profession Resources & Links: 🌿 California College of Ayurveda (CCA) - https://www.ayurvedacollege.com/ 🌿 Wellness Pro Academy - https://wellnesspro.academy/homepage/ 🌿 Club Thrive - https://clubthrive.global/ 🌿 Yogahealer - https://yogahealer.com/ About the Host – Cate Stillman: Cate Stillman is an Ayurvedic practitioner, author, and founder of Yogahealer and Club Thrive. For over 20 years, she has helped wellness professionals build regenerative lives and businesses rooted in body intelligence, habit change, and aligned leadership. 🎧 Tune in and reflect: How could your Ayurveda practice evolve if it supported both deep healing and sustainable income?

About this episode: In this strategy-rich conversation, Cate Stillman is joined by Chloe Williamson, senior campaign manager at Interview Valet and specialist in podcast interview marketing for wellness professionals. Chloe brings deep insight into how healers, coaches, and practitioners can grow their influence, expand their reach, and attract aligned clients simply by sharing their expertise on other people's podcasts. With years of experience booking authors, wellness pros, and thought leaders on top-ranked shows, Chloe explains the real mechanics behind podcast visibility: why long-form conversations convert better than social media, how to position your message so you stand out to hosts, and what wellness pros need to understand before hiring an agency or pitching themselves. Together, Cate and Chloe break down how podcast interviews function as a scalable, sustainable marketing engine—especially for wellness professionals who want authority, trust, and meaningful relationships with potential clients. Key Takeaways: Podcasting as Authority-Building Podcast interviews create instant credibility by letting people hear your story, values, and expertise in a deeper, more human format than typical online content. Thought Leadership Over Algorithms Unlike short-form platforms, podcasts let you speak to highly aligned audiences who already want meaningful transformation—making lead quality dramatically higher. The Right Message Matters More Than Big Shows Chloe explains how niche, mission-aligned podcasts often outperform large shows when it comes to conversions and connection. Strategic Positioning Gets You Booked Wellness pros often pitch from the wrong angle. Chloe outlines the messaging, transformation story, and clarity needed to stand out to podcast hosts. Long-Game Marketing That Compounds When repurposed correctly, one interview becomes months of content—expanding visibility, SEO, and brand assets. Aligned Client Attraction Podcast listeners make decisions based on resonance, not pressure—leading to clients who are more committed, more prepared, and more invested. Resources: Chloe Williamson's Website: www.interviewvalet.com/chloe Wellness Pro Academy → https://wellnesspro.academy Yogahealer → https://www.yogahealer.com Cate's Books → Uninflamed • Body Thrive • Master of You • Primal Habits About Cate Stillman: Cate Stillman is an Ayurvedic practitioner, behavior change expert, and founder of Yogahealer and Club Thrive. For over 20 years, she's guided wellness professionals and conscious leaders toward deeper purpose, greater freedom, and regenerative growth—both personally and professionally. Tune in and Reflect: If you shared your message on 10 aligned podcasts this year—how would your business and visibility change?

About this Episode In this episode, Cate Stillman sits down with Elizabeth Stauder, a somatic transformation coach, trauma-integration guide, and founder of the Body and Soul Sanctuary. Known for her ability to translate deep nervous-system wisdom into practical healing pathways, Elizabeth blends somatic science, ancestral wisdom, and lived experience. After a near-death vaccine injury catalyzed her journey into trauma healing, she dedicated her work to helping others reconnect with the parts of themselves that were severed during overwhelm or cultural conditioning. Her community-based model empowers people to heal through connection, co-regulation, and embodied belonging. Together, Cate and Elizabeth explore how trauma disconnects us from our inner resources, how community accelerates nervous-system repair, and why somatic reconnection—not willpower—is the foundation of true transformation. Key Takeaways: Trauma as Lost Resource: Trauma isn't a flaw or a wound to analyze—it's a disconnection from an inner resource that once kept you whole. Healing begins when we learn to reconnect with that missing piece instead of reliving what went wrong. Nervous System Repair Through Somatic Work: Elizabeth shows how somatic practices help the body remember safety, belonging, and coherence. When the nervous system realigns, old patterns naturally dissolve without force or struggle. Community as a Biological Need: Healing accelerates when we're surrounded by people who listen, attune, and move with us—just like birds or fish syncing in nature. Without this co-regulation, the journey becomes isolating and heavy. Reframing Cultural Narratives of "Brokenness": Modern culture tells us to handle everything alone, but rugged individualism only deepens disconnection. True transformation requires shared signals, support, and belonging—not self-reliance in isolation. The Power of Co-Regulation and Embodied Presence: In a safe group, nervous systems communicate nonverbally, creating an environment where insights arise organically. When we heal together, the unhealthy layers fall away because they're no longer needed. Resources Mentioned: Website (Body & Soul Sanctuary): https://www.bodyandsoulsanctuary.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/enteringstream/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/entering_the_stream/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@elizabethenteringthestreamleadership Newsletter: https://enteringthestream.kit.com/0bf4f47a97 Free quiz: https://elizabeth-dgdnu7dk.scoreapp.com/ Wellness Pro Academy → https://wellnesspro.academy Yogahealer → https://www.yogahealer.com Books by Cate Stillman:• Uninflamed → https://amzn.to/3UUBgJ2 • Primal Habits → https://amzn.to/3OvfPOx • Body Thrive → https://amzn.to/3udNFR0 • Master of You → https://amzn.to/3OlfoGn About the Host — Cate Stillman Cate Stillman is an Ayurvedic practitioner, author, and founder of Yogahealer + Wellness Pro Academy. For over 20 years, she's helped wellness professionals and conscious leaders grow aligned, profitable, and regenerative businesses. Reflect & Comment Below: What is one habit you're ready to shift to support your energy, nourishment, and well-being?

About this Episode: In this mind-expanding conversation, Cate Stillman speaks with Benjamin Bressington, Australian entrepreneur and founder of Bare Remedy, about the renaissance of mushrooms in holistic medicine—and how ethical sourcing, spagyric extraction, and co-op innovation are changing the supplement industry. Ben shares his unconventional journey from scaling tech startups to building a mushroom farm in rural Arkansas and launching a wellness co-op that's democratizing access to potent, clean, and effective adaptogenic products. Together, Cate and Ben unpack the truth behind what's in your mushroom coffee, why most supplements don't work, and how to build a mission-driven health business that truly serves humanity. Key Takeaways: The Mushroom Awakening: Why adaptogenic mushrooms like lion's mane, cordyceps, and reishi are transforming immune, metabolic, and brain health—and what most "mushroom coffees" get wrong. Extraction Matters: Learn why spagyric extraction delivers 95–100% bioavailability compared to weak, water-based methods—and how it unlocks the full healing potential of the fruiting body. Integrity Over Hype: Ben reveals the dark side of the supplement industry—from mislabeled "organic" imports to filler-loaded formulas—and how Bare Remedy maintains uncompromised purity. Microdosing & Mental Clarity: How microdosing supports mood regulation, focus, trauma recovery, and even helps wean clients off caffeine, sugar, or pharmaceuticals—without dependency. The Co-Op Revolution: Discover how Ben turned his farm into a member-owned co-op, letting practitioners and wellness pros earn equity while sharing life-changing products with their clients. Resources: Bare Remedy → https://bareremedy.net Wellness Pro Academy → https://wellnesspro.academy Yogahealer → https://www.yogahealer.com Books: 📘 Uninflamed by Cate Stillman → Amazon Link 📗 Primal Habits → Amazon Link 📙 Body Thrive → Amazon Link 📕 Master of You → Amazon Link 👩‍💼 About Cate Stillman: Cate Stillman is an Ayurvedic practitioner, author, and founder of Yogahealer and Club Thrive. For over 20 years, she's guided wellness professionals and conscious leaders to align their bodies, lives, and businesses with purpose and regenerative growth. 🎧 Tune in and Reflect: What would shift in your energy, clarity, and purpose if you swapped caffeine for a daily adaptogen ritual?

About this Episode: In this strategy-packed episode, Cate Stillman speaks with Lauren Schoenfeld, founder of Active Core Consulting, about how fitness and wellness studio owners can transition from operator to CEO—and finally build scalable, profitable, and sustainable businesses. With over a decade in finance, hospitality, and fitness, Lauren helps gym and studio owners systematize their operations, scale with confidence, and step out of burnout. Together, Cate and Lauren break down the missing business foundations that keep passionate wellness pros stuck—plus the mindset and financial strategies that unlock true freedom. Key Takeaways: 🚀 From Operator to CEO: Why most wellness entrepreneurs get stuck doing everything—and how to build systems that let your business run without you. 💰 Profit with Purpose: Understand your numbers, pay yourself first, and design a business model that supports both your mission and your lifestyle. 🧘‍♀️ The Mindset Shift: How subconscious beliefs and money stories quietly sabotage your revenue—and how to rewire them for abundance. 📈 Build Monthly Recurring Revenue (MRR): Lauren explains why recurring memberships and high-ticket offers are the key to sustainable growth. 🏋️‍♀️ High-Ticket Offers that Work: Learn the difference between a gym membership and a transformation offer—and how to package your expertise for maximum value. 🌿 Sustainable Scaling: Hiring, retention, and delegation strategies to keep your studio thriving as you expand from 1 to 5+ locations. 🔗 Resources: here's all our links for ease: Website Instagram Nov CORE workshop Finance & Flow Sales Page / Applicationhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/laurenschoenfeld1/ https://wellnesspro.academy https://www.yogahealer.com Books: Uninflamed by Cate Stillman → https://amzn.to/3UUBgJ2 Primal Habits → https://amzn.to/3OvfPOx Body Thrive → https://amzn.to/3udNFR0 Master of You → https://amzn.to/3OlfoGn About Cate Stillman: Cate Stillman is an Ayurvedic practitioner, author, and founder of Yogahealer and Club Thrive. For over 20 years, she's guided wellness professionals and conscious leaders to align their lives and businesses with deeper purpose, freedom, and regenerative growth. About Guest: Finance Expert and Growth Strategist with 10+ years' experience within the fitness, hospitality and real estate industries, with a proven track record of successfully launching and scaling new business initiatives. An effective communicator and financial storyteller with a holistic, cross-functional approach to change management as a key driver of sustainable growth. Believer that transparency, inspiration and shared purpose are essential to the success of a team and a business Tune in and Reflect: Are you still operating in your business—or ready to lead it like a CEO?