The Hardcore Therapist 130- Monica Tanner (XVX,  psychologist, a cancer survivor, and an all-around badass)

The Hardcore Therapist 130- Monica Tanner (XVX, psychologist, a cancer survivor, and an all-around badass)

Author: Sarah March 27, 2026 Duration: 1:01:37
Send us Fan Mail I am so excited to welcome Monica Tanner to The Hardcore Therapist podcast. Monica is straight edge, a psychologist, a cancer survivor, and an all-around badass. She brings together lived experience and clinical depth in a way that’s rare—and deeply needed. Her story sits at the intersection of identity, resilience, discipline, and survival, and she doesn’t soften it for comfort. Today we’re talking about what it means to move through illness without losing yourself, to pract...

Ever wondered what happens when a therapist trades the quiet office for the messy, complicated reality of everyday life? That's the space The Hardcore Therapist occupies. Hosted by Sarah, this podcast digs into the raw material of human experience-the relationships that shape us, the cultural forces that pressure us, and the personal battles we fight in silence. You won't find textbook theories delivered from an ivory tower here. Instead, Sarah applies a grounded, practical lens to the struggles we all recognize, from navigating family dynamics and personal growth to understanding our place in a shifting society. Each conversation feels like a candid talk with someone who gets it, blending professional insight with straight-talking honesty. The goal isn't just to educate but to connect, offering tangible perspectives for self-improvement that resonate long after the episode ends. By focusing on real-world application over abstract concepts, this podcast builds a bridge between therapeutic wisdom and the hardcore business of actually living. It’s for anyone ready to look at their life with clarity and courage, seeking tools that work outside the therapist's door. Tune in for a unique blend of compassion and grit, where improving your mental and emotional world feels not only possible but deeply human.
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The Hardcore Therapist 109- Viggy Ram and RJ Rabe from Drought [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:21:51
Send us Fan Mail On today’s episode of The Hardcore Therapist Podcast, I’m thrilled to be joined by two incredible guests — Viggy Ram and RJ Rabe from the Bay Area melodic hardcore band Drought. Their debut LP, Souvenir,…
The Hardcore Therapist 108- Akincana Krishna Das (Glassjaw) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 54:09
Send us Fan Mail Today on The Hardcore Therapist Podcast, we’re joined by a truly unique guest whose roots run deep in both hardcore and sacred sound. Akincana Krishna grew up in New York immersed in music, first as a mu…
The Hardcore Therapist 107.5- Why Can't I Focus? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 19:28
Send us Fan Mail Feeling scatterbrained, overwhelmed, or unable to concentrate? You’re not alone. In this episode of The Hardcore Therapist, I dive into why focus is so difficult for adults today—especially those with AD…
The Hardcore Therapist 107- Steven Walker (Steven in Stereo YouTube) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:26:23
Send us Fan Mail Today on the Hardcore Therapist, we’re honored to welcome Steven ‘Steven In Stereo’ Walker, also known as PositiveSteven , a voice in the YouTube music commentary landscape. Steven has built a platform w…
The Hardcore Therapist 106- Vic DiCara (Inside Out, Shelter, 108) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 56:32
Send us Fan Mail On this episode of The Hardcore Therapist, I was honored to welcome a very special guest—someone whose journey through music, philosophy, and spiritual practice has inspired generations. Vic DiCara is be…