Better with Dr. Ericka

This episode explores healing from family trauma, cultural expectations, and the complex impact of narcissism within families. My guest for this episode of Better with Dr. Ericka is Agatha Peters, a Nigerian American psychotherapist, founder of Beautiful Sunshine Therapy, and author of Trapped in Their Script: Reclaim Your Life from Narcissistic Parents & Cultural Expectations. Agatha is deeply committed to supporting adult children of narcissistic parents, particularly those from collectivist cultures where family loyalty and cultural expectations can make healing feel complicated or even forbidden. Drawing from both her professional work and her own experience with therapy, she helps clients reclaim their identities, set healthier boundaries, and move forward without abandoning their cultural roots. Questions this episode will answer: What are the first steps someone can take to begin healing from trauma? What are EMDR and CBT, and how do they support trauma recovery? What advice can help people who are afraid to start therapy due to stigma around mental illness? How can narcissism impact a family system, and what can be done to interrupt harmful patterns? Whether you are navigating family trauma, questioning long held cultural expectations, or feeling hesitant about starting therapy, this episode offers compassionate insight and practical guidance for taking the next step toward healing. Where to find Agatha Peters https://beautifulsunshinetherapy.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/agatha-peters-6209659a https://www.facebook.com/share/19AW9BHBNM/?mibextid=wwXIfr https://www.instagram.com/beautifulsunshinetherapy?igsh=amR0dGhkbXVtbWQ1&utm_source=qr https://beautifulsunshinetherapy.com/ Resources Get your free Better Mental Health Affirmations: Affirmationbonus.com About Agatha Peters Agatha Peters is a Nigerian American psychotherapist and the founder of Beautiful Sunshine Therapy. She specializes in working with adult children of narcissistic parents, with a particular focus on clients from collectivist and immigrant communities. Through therapy, education, and her writing, she empowers individuals to heal from trauma, honor their cultural backgrounds, and build lives rooted in self trust and emotional well-being.

This episode explores what it really takes to build high performing teams and create meaningful alignment, both professionally and personally. My guest for this episode of Better with Dr. Ericka is Manny Fiteni, CEO of My Growth Corporation and a leadership strategist with more than 30 years of experience helping individuals and teams transform how they think, lead, and perform. Manny brings a deep understanding of human behavior, leadership development, and organizational growth. In this conversation, we unpack why people often resist change and instruction, how unconscious habits can quietly sabotage results, and what separates teams that struggle from those that consistently perform at a high level. Questions this episode will answer: What are the three pillars of high performing teams? Why do people resist change, feedback, and instruction? How do damaging habits undermine performance and results? What does real alignment look like at work and in everyday life? What practical strategies can help improve leadership and clarity right now? Whether you are leading a team, navigating change, or simply looking for better results in your personal or professional life, this episode offers practical insights you can start using immediately. Where to Find Manni Fiteni: https://www.linkedin.com/in/manny-fiteni-b0173637/ mygrowthcorporation.com Resources Get your free Better Mental Health Affirmations: Affirmationbonus.com About Manni Fiteni Manny Fiteni is the CEO of My Growth Corporation and a leadership strategist with over 30 years of corporate experience in personal and professional development. He is the creator of the Mind Congruency approach, a methodology designed to align the conscious and subconscious mind to help individuals overcome self limiting beliefs and achieve peak performance. Manny’s work centers on three pillars of high performing teams: environment, true leadership, and mind congruency. As an author, trainer, and international speaker, he empowers leaders and organizations to improve performance, strengthen resilience, and create lasting alignment in both work and life.

This episode explores the often misunderstood and rarely discussed world of perimenopause and menopause, with an honest and empowering look at women’s health, hormones, and intimacy. My guest for this episode of Better with Dr. Ericka is Dr. Mia Cowan, a nationally recognized board certified gynecologist and the founder and medical director of MiBella Wellness Center. Questions this episode will answer: What is perimenopause, and how is it different from menopause? What can be done to manage the symptoms of perimenopause? How do perimenopause and menopause impact intimacy? Are there other women’s health issues that affect intimacy? Life does not end at perimenopause, and it certainly does not mean resigning yourself to the struggle bus. Even if you do not identify as a woman or are not personally experiencing menopause or perimenopause, chances are you know someone who is. There is something in this episode for everyone, so stay with us until the very end. Where to find Dr. Mia Cowen https://www.facebook.com/mibellabham https://www.instagram.com/mibellawellnesscenter/ https://www.tiktok.com/@askdrmia_ https://www.linkedin.com/in/mia-cowan-md-18545515/ https://open.spotify.com/show/1LARlIj3mKdJ1GF6f2yCmz?si=0a0f80e176c94078 https://mibellawellness.com/ Resources Get your free Better Mental Health Affirmations: Affirmationbonus.com About Dr. Mia Cowen Dr. Mia Cowan is a nationally recognized board-certified gynecologist and the Founder and Medical Director of MiBella Wellness Center. Affectionately known as “Dr. Mia,” she specializes in hormone therapy, weight management, and intimacy wellness, helping her patients—whom she calls her ageless belles and beaux—live well, age well, and experience everlasting intimacy. With a background in OB/GYN, bariatric medicine, and a strong foundation in holistic care, Dr. Mia is also a bestselling author, speaker, and host of the Ageless Vitality podcast, where she shares expert insights on health, wellness, and midlife empowerment.

This episode explores mental health through a functional medicine lens, looking beyond symptoms to uncover the root causes that often go overlooked. My guest for this episode of Better with Dr. Ericka is Dr. Tracy McCarthy, a board certified psychiatrist and Institute of Functional Medicine certified physician with more than two decades of clinical experience. Dr. McCarthy is the founder and medical director of Dr. Tracy McCarthy Functional Medicine, where she has helped thousands of adults improve their mental and physical health by addressing the underlying drivers of chronic symptoms. Her work focuses on depression, anxiety, brain fog, fatigue, digestive issues, and hormonal imbalances, with special attention to factors such as mold toxicity, microbiome imbalances, inflammation, and nutrient deficiencies. She is also the creator of the Natural Mood Solution Online Program and a respected wellness thought leader in functional psychiatry. Questions this episode will answer: What led Dr. Tracy McCarthy to functional medicine, and how did her journey reshape her approach to mental health? Which nutrient deficiencies most commonly impact mental health, and what practical steps can help correct them? How does chronic inflammation influence conditions like depression and anxiety? What simple, evidence based lifestyle changes can improve both physical and mental well being? What is the Natural Mood Solution Online Program, and who can benefit most from it? We also touch on emerging tools in healing, including Dr. McCarthy’s current interest in Frequency Specific Microcurrent and its potential role in tissue repair and recovery. Whether you are navigating anxiety or depression, feeling stuck with unexplained symptoms, or curious about a more holistic approach to mental wellness, this episode offers insight, clarity, and hope. Where to Find Dr. Tracy McCarthy https://www.instagram.com/drtracymccarthy/ https://www.facebook.com/DrTracyMcCarthy https://www.drtracymccarthy.com/ https://www.naturalmoodsolution.com Resources Get your free Better Mental Health Affirmations: Affirmationbonus.com About Dr. Tracy McCarthy Dr. Tracy McCarthy, MD, is a board certified psychiatrist and functional medicine physician with over 20 years of experience. She specializes in identifying and treating the root causes of mental health challenges, including inflammation, environmental toxins, microbiome disruption, and nutrient deficiencies. Through her clinical work, programs, and teaching, she is committed to helping adults reclaim their energy, mental clarity, and overall vitality.

In this powerful episode of Better with Dr. Ericka, I’m joined by Christopher Lee Maher—a retired US Navy SEAL, best-selling author, and holistic wellness pioneer who’s widely regarded as the leading authority on stress resolution, personal evolution, and longevity. We’re going beyond basic stress management and diving into what it really means to resolve stress at its root. You’ll learn: The critical difference between stress management and stress resolution How Christopher’s True Body Intelligence technology helps unlock deep healing The single most important investment you can make in your healing journey Whether you’re carrying your own stress or supporting someone else through theirs, this conversation will leave you with practical insight, compassion, and hope. Find Christopher Lee Maher https://www.facebook.com/truebodyintelligence https://www.linkedin.com/company/truebodyintelligence/ https://www.instagram.com/christopherleemaher/ https://x.com/ChrisLeeMaher https://www.youtube.com/@christopherleemaher Resources Get your free Better Mental Health Affirmations: Affirmationbonus.com About Christopher Lee Maher At the age of 22, Christopher Lee Maher was a Navy SEAL, in his prime with a sleek 1.8% body fat and pound for pound, he was one of the fittest people on the planet. Like many high performing athletes, he dealt with joint pain on a semi-consistent basis. Over time, that escalated to pain in every joint, in his feet, lower back, and neck. He was headed for a full-blown hip replacement, resorted to reading lips because his hearing was shot, and his vision wasn’t much better. Through intense pain, Christopher devoted all of his energy, time, and resources seeking out answers that would alleviate his discomfort. Eventually finding relief, Christopher applied the learned techniques and worked on himself 5 to 6 hours every day for 7 years. Christopher went on to study at the Pacific College of Oriental Medicine and Yo San University, where he learned Traditional Chinese Medical Practices and an equal amount of Western science and pathology. He spent the last decade studying at The Universal Healing Tao System and is a Master student of Grand Master Mantak Chia at the Universal Tao Master School in Chiang Mai, Thailand. His knowledge and experience led him to develop a comprehensive system of total physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual healing and integration: the True Body Intelligence technology. With his help, Christopher’s clients have succeeded at the highest levels in sports, entertainment, business, medicine, and international politics. Christopher’s practice is located in Los Angeles, CA. He is an author, inventor, entrepreneur, speaker, coach, and innovator in the fields of health, wellness, and longevity.