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Trust & Thrive

Welcome to Trust & Thrive! My name is Tara Montazeri and I'm an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist. Through insightful and vulnerable discussions, I hope to inspire my listeners to trust the process of their unique journey and thrive as their most authentic self. I aim to encourage these actions with a conscious, practical, and attainable approach to self-reflection and community care. I often feature individuals from a multitude of professional fields, levels of expertise, and life experiences who generously share their stories and invaluable knowledge to my listeners and me. My guests and I touch on topics related to mental health, relationships, systemic issues, generational wounds, and other topics that influence us in our everyday lives. I hope these conversations encourage us to approach our journey of self-awareness in a thoughtful, mindful and compassionate way. 

Instagram and TikTok: @trustandthrive; Website: www.tara-mont.com; Email: [email protected]

Relationships Society & Culture Self-Improvement Healing Personal Development Psychology Health & Fitness Education Mental Health
Update frequency
every 7 days
Average duration
38 minutes
Episodes
298
Years Active
2018 - 2025
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298: Understanding Mental Compulsions in OCD

298: Understanding Mental Compulsions in OCD

In this episode, I dive deep into the part of OCD that is not too often discussed: mental compulsions. Many of us are familiar with physical rituals like checking or handwashing...that being said, me…

00:28:26  |   Thu 04 Sep 2025
297: Relationship OCD in the Age of Social Media

297: Relationship OCD in the Age of Social Media

In this episode, I share more about Relationship OCD (ROCD) and how social media can fuel the cycle of comparison, doubt, and intrusive thoughts. From seeing engagement posts to scrolling through "pe…

00:34:55  |   Thu 28 Aug 2025
296: What It Can Feel Like to Live with OCD

296: What It Can Feel Like to Live with OCD

In this episode, I open up about what it can feel like to live with OCD, sharing personal experiences and giving visuals that bring the struggles to life. I also talk about the difference between OCD…

00:33:27  |   Thu 21 Aug 2025
295: Validating Quiet Struggles - Mental Health Check-In

295: Validating Quiet Struggles - Mental Health Check-In

In this episode, I share how important it is to acknowledge the nuances of one's mental health and how OCD, anxiety, depression, whatever it is you are going through can look different for everyone a…

00:21:04  |   Thu 14 Aug 2025
294: Understanding People Pleasing & Working Through Feelings of Guilt - with Emily Nader, Licensed Professional Counselor

294: Understanding People Pleasing & Working Through Feelings of Guilt - with Emily Nader, Licensed Professional Counselor

Emily Nader is a Lebanese-American Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), licensed in Texas and Arizona. Through her online private practice, she works with adults in their 20s–40s who’ve spent years…

00:50:30  |   Thu 07 Aug 2025
293: Riding the Wave of Intrusive Thoughts & Uncomfortable Emotions

293: Riding the Wave of Intrusive Thoughts & Uncomfortable Emotions

In this episode, I talk about what it really means to ride the wave of intrusive thoughts and uncomfortable emotions. I share my experience of sitting with the discomfort of riding the wave, without …

00:20:23  |   Thu 31 Jul 2025
292: A Conversation on Child Stars & Mental Health in the Entertainment Industry - with Carly Gilmore, AMFT & Shannon Amabile, LMFT & Founder of The Happy Byrd

292: A Conversation on Child Stars & Mental Health in the Entertainment Industry - with Carly Gilmore, AMFT & Shannon Amabile, LMFT & Founder of The Happy Byrd

Shannon Amabile is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in Los Angeles and the founder of The Happy Byrd, a private practice specializing in the mental health and creative support of entert…

00:47:06  |   Thu 24 Jul 2025
291: Navigating Life Transitions in Adulthood & Letting Go of Timelines - with Marisa Padilla, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist & Founder of Illuminated Life Therapy

291: Navigating Life Transitions in Adulthood & Letting Go of Timelines - with Marisa Padilla, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist & Founder of Illuminated Life Therapy

Marisa is a Black and Latina Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT 136357) and the founder of Illuminated Life Therapy, based in San Diego, California. She specializes in working with adults in …

00:41:18  |   Thu 17 Jul 2025
290: Relationship OCD - Sharing My Experience & Answering Your Questions

290: Relationship OCD - Sharing My Experience & Answering Your Questions

In this solo episode, I open up about my personal experience with Relationship OCD (ROCD), including how it's shown up in my current relationship and how I navigated these thoughts before I even knew…

00:51:02  |   Thu 10 Jul 2025
289: Navigating Imposter Syndrome as a Therapist

289: Navigating Imposter Syndrome as a Therapist

In this solo episode, I share more on feelings of self-doubt and imposter syndrome that can come up in my work as a therapist at different periods of time. I share what it's like to be struggling wit…

00:33:42  |   Thu 03 Jul 2025
288: The Intersection of Religion, Politics, & Therapy - with Liz Rhea, Licensed Master Social Worker

288: The Intersection of Religion, Politics, & Therapy - with Liz Rhea, Licensed Master Social Worker

Liz Rhea, MSW, LMSW is an associate licensed social worker and private practice owner in Atlanta, Georgia. Liz is a queer-identified therapist and specializes in supporting queer and trans folks, as …

00:47:10  |   Thu 26 Jun 2025
287: Deepening Cultural Competency in Therapy - with Dr. Zachary Trevino, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist & Director of Clinical Training

287: Deepening Cultural Competency in Therapy - with Dr. Zachary Trevino, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist & Director of Clinical Training

Hi all! Please keep in mind that this episode was recorded a few months ago, and the intro was recorded early last week. I want to hold space for anyone affected by issues occurring globally - especi…

00:46:35  |   Thu 19 Jun 2025
286: Honoring Pride - Queer Self-Expression, Non-Binary Representation, Body Liberation

286: Honoring Pride - Queer Self-Expression, Non-Binary Representation, Body Liberation

Happy Pride month to all! Sending love to those who haven't had the safe space, resources, or support to show up authentically. I see you and am so glad you exist. This episode contains clips from pa…

00:36:34  |   Thu 05 Jun 2025
285: Showing Up Scared Even When My Thoughts Are Loud

285: Showing Up Scared Even When My Thoughts Are Loud

Hi all! In this solo episode, I open up about my intrusive and anxious thoughts, along with the loud voice that is my inner critic. I share my thoughts on showing up scared and taking risks, despite …

00:30:42  |   Thu 29 May 2025
284: Balancing Cultural Expectations & Personal Growth - with Dr. Yanira Hernandez, Licensed Clinical Social Worker & Consultant

284: Balancing Cultural Expectations & Personal Growth - with Dr. Yanira Hernandez, Licensed Clinical Social Worker & Consultant

Dr. Yanira Hernandez is a First Generation bilingual, bicultural, trauma-focused Licensed Clinical Social Worker, consultant, speaker, educator, and clinical supervisor. She earned her Bachelor’s deg…

00:52:46  |   Thu 22 May 2025
283: Navigating Rupture & Repair with Your Therapist - with Emilee Crowder, Licensed Professional Counselor

283: Navigating Rupture & Repair with Your Therapist - with Emilee Crowder, Licensed Professional Counselor

Emilee Crowder is an LPC who lives in Dallas. She works with people-pleasers who have experienced relational & religious trauma. She's also a dog lover, a summer baby, a hobbyist, and a fellow messy …

00:41:17  |   Thu 15 May 2025
282: Holding Space for Mother's Day Grief & Mixed Emotions

282: Holding Space for Mother's Day Grief & Mixed Emotions

Mother’s Day can stir up a wide range of emotions—grief, love, resentment, gratitude, longing, numbness, a mix of emotions. In this episode, we're holding space for the complexity of what this day mi…

00:14:26  |   Thu 08 May 2025
281: Anxiety & the Fear of Feeling Content

281: Anxiety & the Fear of Feeling Content

In this solo episode, I share my thoughts on trying to stay present and the underlying fear that comes with feeling content. I share more about my experience living with both anxious and intrusive th…

00:19:14  |   Thu 01 May 2025
280: How Your Inner Child Might Show Up In Your Love Life - with Sarah Rincon, Relational & Trauma-Informed Therapist

280: How Your Inner Child Might Show Up In Your Love Life - with Sarah Rincon, Relational & Trauma-Informed Therapist

Sarah is a queer, first-generation Latina therapist who centers authentic connection, compassion, and vulnerability in her relational, trauma-informed approach. She supports clients through deep heal…

00:42:01  |   Thu 24 Apr 2025
279: Trying to Think Your Way Out of Feeling - with Stephanie Feldman, Registered Social Worker & Founder of The Healing Hive Therapy Co.

279: Trying to Think Your Way Out of Feeling - with Stephanie Feldman, Registered Social Worker & Founder of The Healing Hive Therapy Co.

Stephanie Feldman is a Masters level Registered Social Worker, specializing in trauma, anxiety, people-pleasing, emotion regulation, crisis, and relationships. She is also the founder of The Healing …

00:49:57  |   Thu 17 Apr 2025
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