More Than Physical: The Mental Health Side of Fibroids

In this episode, Ariyon Fountaine, MSW, LSW, a licensed therapist at AuroraSun Counseling, sits down with Theresa Santucci to share her personal fibroid journey — how it has affected her mental health and how women’s health issues can impact mental well-being. Together they explore the connection between physical and mental health, touching on painful menstrual cramps, endometriosis, and PCOS.

This conversation aims to spark awareness and dialogue around health issues affecting women, especially women of color. Ariyon and Theresa also discuss medical gaslighting and how therapists can help advocate for and support clients navigating these challenges.

In this week’s Aurora Sessions: Beyond the Couch, Theresa sits down with Danielle Delmonaco—nurse, personal trainer, wellness coach-in-training, nonprofit leader, and mom—to explore what it really means to live a balanced, healthy life.

Danielle shares her inspiring journey from the NICU to motherhood through adoption, her passion for empowering others as a wellness coach, and the role of movement, motivation, and mindset in creating sustainable health. She opens up about the challenges and joys of parenting, how she integrates wellness into family life, and why building community matters—on and off the water—with the Wicked Warriors of East Greenwich, the dragon boat team she leads to support mothers and children in need.

🎙️ You’ll hear:

💡 The difference between personal training & wellness coaching

💡 Strategies for staying motivated when life feels “too busy”

💡 How adoption has shaped Danielle’s perspective on health & balance

💡 The power of community, connection, and resilience

Whether you’re a parent, a wellness seeker, or someone curious about coaching, this conversation is full of encouragement and practical wisdom.

🌊 Tune in, breathe deep, and let’s take these insights beyond the couch.

“How do you keep going after rejection in the arts? 🎭 Seth Bisen-Hersh shares his secret to staying motivated and chasing your dreams.”

🎭 NEW EPISODE 🎶

This week I’m joined by the incredibly talented Seth Bisen-Hersh—award-winning composer, lyricist, and performer. From Off-Broadway hits like Love Quirks (now making its London debut!) to his latest film Malka (now eligible for an Oscar nomination ✨), Seth’s creative journey is nothing short of inspiring.

In this episode, Seth opens up about the realities of the industry—how he engages in self-care, and most importantly, how to stay motivated to keep pursuing your dreams no matter the challenges.

If you’ve ever dreamed of following your creative calling (or just love a behind-the-scenes peek into Broadway, film, and beyond), this conversation is for you!