TMI Talk with Dr. Mary

Heather Guidone joins us to help work through all of the noise surrounding endometrosis. 

She the Program Director of the Center for Endometriosis Care and a Board Certified professional health Advocate. She has focused on 'bench to beltway to bedside' efforts in endometriosis research funding and facilitation, legislation and policy reform, education, advocacy and activism, patient-centric care, and more for over thirty years; importantly, she is also someone who has struggled with the disease. 

What we will discuss: 

-Why the "retrograde menstruation" theory falls short

In this episode of TMI Talk, Dr. Mary announces a shift in the focus of her podcast towards addressing health and movement professionals. Dr. Mary highlights the importance of integrating mind, body, and soul in healing practices, especially for chronic pain management. She explores various techniques, including understanding biomechanics, the nervous system, fascia, lymphatic flow, somatics, and Eastern medicine principles. 

She also emphasizes the significance of addressing emotional and spiritual components in healing and the critical role of self-work for healthcare providers. The episode emphasizes a comprehensive, holistic approach to health and pain management, aiming to empower p...

Dr. Mary sits down with Sue Hitzmann—An internationally recognized educator in neurofascial science, manual therapist, exercise physiologist, and a New York Times Best Seller.

They dive into how fascia is more than just “connective tissue”—it's a sensory and structural system that holds the impact of stress, trauma, and unprocessed emotions. 

They also talk about grief: Sue shares what she learned after the loss of her husband, and Dr. Mary opens up about navigating the recent death of her brother. Together, they speak honestly about how they've found ways to keep living—and even experiencin...

Are you stuck in the chronic pain loop? Tried the meds, scans, and PT—and still in pain?

Or are you a rehab pro who’s great with injuries, but struggle with patients in chronic pain?

If so, this is the episode for you. Dr. Mary welcomes Dr. Megan Steele, a physical therapist specializing in chronic somato-visceral pain and pain science. They discuss various topics including gut health, chronic pain, the nervous system, the impact of subconscious beliefs, and the role of spirituality in supporting the nervous system. 

Dr. Steele shares her insights into...

Have you ever left a doctor’s office feeling like something was… off? 

Or maybe you were told “we’re going to fix you” without anyone asking what you thought or how you felt. If so, this episode is for you.

In this deeply honest and approachable conversation, Dr. Mary sits down with holistic chiropractor Dr. Jocelyne Vo to talk about something that’s not discussed nearly enough: how to find a practitioner who truly creates a safe space for healing-and how to tell when you’re being bamboozled by marketing, ego, or rushed care.

Both D...

In this powerful conversation, Dr. Mary sits down with fellow physical therapist and cancer survivor Shanel Arimilli to unpack how perfectionism, people-pleasing, and chronic stress patterns can silently sabotage your health. Shanel shares her personal journey—how a cancer diagnosis ultimately guided her transformation from a traditional PT to a holistic healer.

Together, they explore the intersection of quantum physics, neuroscience, human physiology, and spirituality, and how true healing goes far beyond just treating symptoms. If you’ve ever felt stuck, burnt out, or like your body is begging for help while you're trying to “do everything right...

Dr. Meghan Teed, a physical therapist specializing in scoliosis and a dear friend to Dr. Mary, joins the podcast with Dr. Mary this week. The conversation addresses common myths about scoliosis, such as the misconception that scoliosis can't cause pain or that it can't progress beyond adolescence. 

Dr. Meg mentions the role of hormones (especially during peri-menopause) and stress in scoliosis progression and explains how specialized physical therapy for scoliosis differs from traditional methods. The episode also covers when to consider using a brace, opting for surgery and non-surgical treatment options, the controversy around heel lifts, and t...

In this episode of TMI Talk, Dr. Mary discusses how ignoring our body's signals and harboring resentment can lead to burnout. Dr. Mary is joined by Cait Donovan, the host of Fried the Burnout Podcast and author of 'The Bounce Back Ability Factor.'

Cait shares her personal journey from being an acupuncturist to becoming a burnout expert due to her own experiences with burnout and COVID-19 impacts on her business. 

The conversation dives into the importance of body awareness, addressing resentment, and the complexities of burnout, including the role of interoception and emotional exhaustion. C...

Dr. Mary dives into the unconventional relationship between our professional lives, limiting beliefs, and our health, particularly focusing on women's experiences. (Previously episode 9 of season 2) 

Joined by Anjel B. Hartwell, a visionary founder of Creative Age Consulting Group and the Wickedly Smart Women's Podcast, the conversation explores Anjel's transformative journey from a high-pressure real estate career to empowering women through understanding and balancing masculine and feminine energies. 

They discuss the physical impact of hyper-masculinized societal pressures on women’s health, touching on chronic issues like pelvic pain and the importance of marrying both energies for a he...

Are you struggling to find community and make meaningful connections in today's fast-paced world?  (Previously episode 8 of season 2) 

Dive into this episode as she delves into the art of building community and friendships. Dr. Mary sheds light on the challenges of social anxiety, especially in a post-COVID landscape, and shares her personal journey of overcoming these barriers.

Key highlights include tips on finding like-minded individuals through hobbies like tennis or stand-up comedy, managing social anxiety through gradual exposure, and the importance of nurturing new friendships with genuine interest and connection. Dr. Mary emphasizes the notion of...

Are you experiencing painful periods, mood swings, or unexplained weight gain? If so, you might be dealing with estrogen dominance. (Previously episode 7 of season 2) 

In this insightful episode of TMI Talk, Dr. Mary Grimberg welcomes Dr. Michelle Weeks to dive deep into this often-overlooked condition that affects so many women.

Key highlights from the episode include a breakdown of what estrogen dominance is and its impact on the body, discussing the important roles of progesterone and estrogen throughout the menstrual cycle, and why the balance (or imbalance) of these hormones can lead to a variety o...

Are you feeling overwhelmed and exhausted from your job? (Previously episode 6 of season 2)

Dr. Mary Grimberg delves into the pervasive issue of workplace burnout, especially in the healthcare sector, with guest expert Dr. Meredith Grossman, a practicing physical therapist and the founder of Health Care Unraveled.

Dr. Mary and Dr. Meredith explore the often-taboo topic of workplace burnout and its extensive impacts on physical and mental health. Dr. Meredith shares her personal journey through burnout and how it inspired her to create a platform dedicated to helping healthcare professionals overcome this challenge.

Key...

Have You Ever Wondered if Your Chronic Pain Might Have Deeper, Hidden Roots in Your Inner Organs? (Previously episode 5 of season 2) 

In this eye-opening episode of TMI Talk, Dr. Mary Grimberg welcomes Anna Hartman, an athletic trainer who provides private consulting to professional athletes for injury prevention, rehabilitation, and performance optimization. She also teaches physical therapists and athletic trainers how to get better outcomes by combining an osteopathic approach with a traditional orthopedic approach for assessment and treatment (manual and exercise-based) for injuries, pain, and performance. Her approach considers the whole person- including the viscera a...

Join us for an enlightening episode of TMI Talk as Dr. Mary Grimberg delves into the profound topic of spirituality with visionary healthcare leader Michelle Payan.

(Previously episode 4 of season 2) 

 This episode explores the intricate balance between evidence-based medicine, personal intuition, and holistic healing practices.

Michelle Payan, CEO of Kairos Therapeutic Retreat and an oncology clinical pharmacist, shares her journey inspired by her grandmother's traditional medicine practices. Together, Dr. Mary and Michelle offer a compelling critique of Western medicine, highlighting its limitations in treating chronic conditions and emphasizing the vital role of practitioner in...

Join Dr. Mary in an introspective and transformative episode where she explores the depths of self-criticism and its profound effects on our lives. (Previously episode 3 of season 2) 

Through her own personal experiences and professional insights, Dr. Mary delves into the notion of why we are often our own harshest critics. She shares her past tendencies to judge others as a projection of self-judgment and discusses societal influences that shape women’s perceptions, reinforcing negative self-talk around beauty and body image.

Dr. Mary emphasizes the importance of recognizing and challenging these internalized societal beliefs as a pat...

Dr. Mary Grimberg dives deep into the complex world of anxiety. With a focus on self-awareness and boundary setting. (Previously episode 2 of season 2) 

Dr. Mary explores various strategies to handle emotions and sensations related to anxiety and subtle disrespect. Sharing her personal transformation journey post-cancer diagnosis, she sheds light on the pitfalls of self-abandonment and the critical role of self-care. 

Listen in as Dr. Mary discusses the concept of "energy leaks" and the importance of discerning what fuels versus drains our energy. She addresses the chronic struggles faced by many, particularly women, in balancing home re...

(Previously episode 1 of season 2) Welcome to the inaugural episode of TMI Talk with Dr. Mary Grimberg! In this re-launched and re-branded episode, Dr. Mary dives deep into the transformative journey that led her to pivot from 'Sex and Wellness with Dr. Mary' to 'TMI Talk.' After battling Hodgkin's lymphoma, navigating a divorce, and surviving the tumultuous era of COVID-19, Dr. Mary experienced a profound awakening that reshaped her approach to health, wellness, and authenticity.

Join Dr. Mary as she candidly shares her story of overcoming chronic people-pleasing, exploring unconventional healing methods, and integrating a newfound spiritual...

So many people have distorted points of views regarding their body image because of what they see on a daily basis as to the standards set by the society on what is beautiful and what is not. So, let me and our guest Hayden Rosato, a licensed Mental Health therapist here in Austin, Texas, about how we can improve our body image. 

Many people who come in to see me want to feel more confident in their body and feel strong again. I know that there are many things that limit people from feeling these b...

Are you already perimenopausal? Or are you curious about what happens during the perimenopause stage? I sat down with Dr. Andrea George to talk all about perimenopause.

People are more familiar with menopause that’s why we are out here talking about perimenopause because so many changes happen to our bodies during this time. Perimenopause is the time period right before menopause and can last between 4 to 8 years. Imagine having symptoms during those years and you are in the dark of why these changes are happening to your body! 

Listen to thi...

Do you have questions about your cycle? Are you wondering about some symptoms you have and if they are normal or not? How about products that you may choose from in relation to when you have your period? This podcast episode will answer all of those! 

Today, I will be giving you a guideline on how to understand your cycle and which products are right for you and why you need to track your cycle.

Listen to this episode and I hope you learn a ton. Please share this with other w...

In this episode, we have Sadie Minkoff. She is a board certified acupuncturist in Holistic Reproductive Medicine. She is also the owner of Sage Acupuncture here in Austin, Texas. 

Today we will be talking about acupuncture and how it can affect and help you with your period, fertility, and other pelvic health conditions like endometriosis. 

Let’s also dive into what acupuncture is, why it’s important to be gentle and kind with yourself when going through infertility, being a team with your partner or spouse when going through this tough time...

Ever wonder what could be causing your headaches? And did you know there is a correlation with pelvic floor symptoms? We have Dr. Stephanie Vertrees on for this Episode. She is a board certified headache specialist neurologist. And today, we will be talking a lot about the different causes of headaches and how they can be treated through medicine and lifestyle modifications.  

We know that many of you get headaches, and sometimes, even if you pop a pill, it just doesn’t go away. Headaches can persist and the reason why it does might be a s...

Are you tired of not getting answers about your health? Are all of the tests, blood work and scans coming back normal? Then this episode is for you!

Dr. Arista Ip, who works with us at ResilientRx in Austin, Texas, joined us for this episode. She is an orthopedic and pelvic floor physical therapist. We will be talking about what is the root cause of chronic illness and understanding how to get to that root cause. 

We want to talk about this as well as the other things that can impact your health w...

Have you heard of endometriosis before? It is often under diagnosis. It is a leading cause of ongoing pelvic pain. 

We have Dr. Deborah Ikhena-Abel, a reproductive endocrinologist at Kindbody here in Austin, Texas. Today, we will be talking about the treatment options for endometriosis. 

Let’s talk about what endometriosis is, what the symptoms are, how birth control can be helpful for treating endometriosis, non-birth control and non-medical treatment options for endometriosis, the relationship between endometriosis and infertility, and so much more! 

We hope that you find the infor...

In this episode, we have Dana Wicker, who we already had on the podcast in the episode where we talked about libido. This time, we will be discussing vaginal changes, specifically vaginal dryness, urinary leakage and urgency, UTI, and pain with sex, during menopause and the treatment options you can choose from. 

The information from this episode isn’t strictly for those who are in menopause. You can most definitely use the tips from this episode at any time of your life where you have low estrogen. 

Give this episode a list...

Do you remember when we had the episode where we talked about medical gaslighting? We had an overwhelming response from that specific episode that’s why I am here again today to talk about advocating for yourself and your health when dealing with medical gaslighting. 

Medical gaslighting is something that’s ongoing and is hurting many people. Unfortunately, the majority of the people who are hurt by medical gaslighting are us WOMEN. Women suffer from many unknown symptoms and diagnoses that are not well understood in Western medicine thus the dismissal of whatever these women are f...

Do you have irregular periods, pelvic pain, and maybe even high testosterone? These could be signs of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS). 

We have Dr. Stephanie Chan joining us today. She is a pharmacist and also a women’s health coach.  Dr. Stephanie will be diving into strategies and tips on understanding PCOS.

In this episode you will learn more about PCOS, especially if you are concerned about having this but are unsure what to observe when you have this health issue. 

By learning about PCOS you can learn to understand what your symptoms are a...

Today let’s get into Medical Gaslighting with my guest Dr. Allie Day. She is a chiropractor, does acupuncture, and specializes in women’s health especially around pregnancy and postpartum. 

I have personally been gaslit in the medical community because of my health conditions. So let’s talk about what gaslighting is and how you may be experiencing it when you tell a healthcare professional about your health conditions and concerns. 

Know that what you are feeling in your body is something that you are not making up. You just need to find the right practiti...

Today let’s get into how you can manage chronic pain and illness. There are many things that Western medicine cannot explain. For example, if you’ve had back pain for seven years and you go to a clinic or a healthcare professional, chances are they will ask you to have an X-ray, MRI, and some blood work. If they don’t find anything, you will continue to have symptoms and you will be dismissed. 

This is what I see in the clinic day in and day out when people come to me for help. With al...

Today let’s dive into the question, “Why do I have to pee all of the time?” It’s a pretty common question but let me start by saying this is NOT NORMAL. 

This is a topic that is normalized by the society. People think that when they are over 30 or 40, they HAVE to run to the bathroom all the time, but that’s not the case at all. There’s a ton that we could do through Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy to help with that. 

What’s truer is that there’s a lot yo...

Hey there! This is another solo episode and today we will be discussing what is Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy. 

I don’t have anyone in particular who asked about this, but I hear this question often. Most people assume that when they go and see a pelvic floor physical therapist it’s because they are pregnant or are postpartum. 

However, there are so many other facets with Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy. Everybody with a pelvis has a pelvic floor and there are issues or problems that are not even based on gender...

This is a solo episode and today we will be talking all about prolapse. 

We received a question from Caroline, a 52-year-old woman from Seattle. She shared that she’s been complaining of symptoms of rectal prolapse and noted, “First of all, I have no idea what this means. I feel embarrassed and unclean because sometimes I have stains in my underwear even though I clean thoroughly after I poop. Is there anything besides surgery that I can do and can you explain what’s going on?” 

When people search about prolapse o...

This week we have with us Doctor Megan Turley to talk about what we can do for hemorrhoids.  She is a fellowship trained colon and rectal surgeon. She is with Texas Colon and Rectal Specialist in Austin. 

I brought Doctor Meghan in after we received a question from Kate from Greenville, South Carolina. She shared, “I have some stubborn hemorrhoids that are not going away. What can I do about it?”

In this episode let’s talk about what hemorrhoids are, the types of hemorrhoids, the reasons why people get them, the symp...

Let’s talk about sex after cancer with Tara Galeano this week. She is an author, a sex therapist, and a speaker. When Tara and I connected, one of the biggest things that we talked about was how she helped people understand their bodies and navigate their bodies post-cancer regarding the sexual aspect.

I got a letter from Maya, who is 47 years old and is 12 months post-chemo and mastectomy. She asked, “How do I get back to having sex after cancer? I am feeling really uncomfortable in my body.” I am a cancer survivor myself so I a...

For this episode, we have Angela Jensen Ramirez, a certified sex therapist and a certified emotionally focused couple’s therapist. We will be talking about purity culture because there’s a lot of apprehension around sex when people have come from such a culture. 

We wanted to talk more about this after we received a message from Nina, a 37-year-old woman, who said that she continues to have guilt after having sex with her long-term partner. She added that she has pain with sex and that she grew up in a very religious community where purit...

For this episode, we have  Avery Virginia, she is an intuitive guide and helps people conquer and work with their limiting beliefs. 

In the past episodes, we talked a lot about physical health. I brought  Avery today to touch on the other aspects of our health – emotional and spiritual.

We had a question from Caroline in Cincinnati, Ohio. She is 40 years old and said she is working on taking care of herself, but she feels guilt and worries about it. She is asking for tips on stopping worrying so she can take care of herself. 

I...

For this episode, we have Dr. Meghan Teed, a physical therapist who treats people with scoliosis from all over the world. What we will be sharing with you is if you can get pregnant with scoliosis. 

We wanted to talk about this after a 36-year-old woman named Tasha from Northern Virginia wrote, “Dr. Mary, I’ve had scoliosis my whole life and I have been fearful of getting pregnant because of it. What can I do to prepare my body for pregnancy? Or is it off the table?” 

So, in this episode...

For this episode, we have Marianna Pucillo, a nurse practitioner who specializes in urology in Northern California. Today, we will be talking about UTI.  

UTIs are a huge issue in urology and pelvic floor therapy. We received a letter from Maya of Houston, Texas. She is 45 years old and she keeps getting diagnosed with UTI. Whenever she gets such diagnosis, she is constantly put on antibiotics but the symptoms later return. She is now asking for help regarding her dilemma. 

So, in this episode, we will be sharing with you what th...

For this episode, we have Dr. Julia Zaitsev, a pelvic floor physical therapist who is currently based at northern Nevada. She is here to talk about yeast infection with us today. 

We received a question about yeast infection from Erica, who is from Grand Rapids, Michigan. She is 48 years old and has been experiencing chronic yeast infection. She has seen a couple of doctors but they can’t seem to figure out what is going on. They keep giving her medications but they aren’t helping! 

So, in this episode, we will b...