From Burnout to Breakthrough: Michael’s 45-Pound Transformation & Holistic Health Journey (Episode 58)

In this powerful episode of Thrive with Carrie, I sit down with Michael Molinaro—speech pathologist, founder of Peak Speech Therapy, and one of my former coaching clients turned friend.

Michael opens up about his wake-up call after multiple ER visits for kidney stones and how that moment sparked a radical shift in his health, mindset, and life. Together, we explore his inspiring 45-pound weight loss journey, how he transitioned off a GLP-1 medication, and the role of gut health, anti-inflammatory eating, and small daily habits in his transformation.

We also talk about:

• Why one 7-minute walk after dinner changed everything
• The "tyranny of or" vs. the "genius of and" in healing
• How to make health changes stick—without restriction
• Teaching our kids through our own transformation

This is a story about coming home to yourself, one mindful choice at a time.

 Tune in now on your favorite podcast platform or comment BREAKTHROUGH below  to feel inspired, empowered, and reminded that healing is possible—even when it feels hard.

About Michael:

Michael is a seasoned Speech-Language Pathologist and the founder of Peake Speech Therapy & Consulting, with over a decade of experience serving children and adolescents. His passion for helping others began at a summer camp for children with Muscular Dystrophy and has fueled a career rooted in evidence-based care, research, and innovation. Michael has held roles at institutions like the Waisman Center and Kennedy Krieger Institute, contributing to nationally funded research and clinical outreach.

Beyond his professional accomplishments, Michael is on a personal journey of holistic wellness. After losing 45 pounds and transforming his relationship with food, movement, and mindset, he now brings the same intentionality and resilience to his health that he brings to his work. Michael believes thriving isn’t about perfection—it’s about progress, purpose, and alignment.

Connect with Michael: 

Website: peakespeechtherapy.com

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Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for entertainment and educational purposes only and is not intended to replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.