Writer Caroline Donofrio returns to Here For Me to discuss the significant life events she experienced over the last year and what she’s learned about grief and burnout. She shares how she faced a decision to quit, pivot, or pause in her work and how it led to self-discovery and growth. 

Lily Sais, a former school psychologist and founder of Peace From Within, shares her personal experiences with anxiety, panic attacks, and obsessive-compulsive disorder, detailing how her struggles led her to discover a simpler, more compassionate way to understand her feelings.

Author, podcast host, and consultant Cavanaugh James shares his journey from a childhood steeped in evangelical Christianity to a more authentic expression of self, particularly regarding his faith and sexuality. 

In the premiere episode of Season 5, Nicole opens up about her journey of choosing herself and living with purpose, not just because trauma forced her to do so, but because it’s what’s right for her.

As she prepares to bid farewell to San Diego, a city that has been both a safe haven and a catalyst for growth, Nicole reflects on the weight she has carried from the past five years. She shares her realization that some burdens are meant to be left behind, allowing for a newfound sense of freedom and alignment with the authentic self. Nicole's journey is a testament to the power of self-discovery and the courage to trust one's intuition, even when it means going against the grain.

Rabbi Cantor Judy Greenfeld shares her personal journey of overcoming the murder of her father when she was just 16 years old, the subsequent disconnection from her Jewish roots, and how her search for meaning ultimately led her to an integrated approach to Judaism, connecting people, and healing.

Lori Reising, founder of The Raw and Wild Hearts, a therapeutic practice and podcast where she supports and guides people into their inherent truth to magnetize the lives they came here to thrive from, joins Nicole for a heartfelt conversation on the essence of human awakening and living as a spiritual being in this dense 3D world.

Jessalynn Biederstadt, a survivor of childhood sexual assault and the host of the Invisible Scars podcast, joins Nicole to share her harrowing journey of trauma, survival, and ultimately, resilience in this particularly moving episode.

Nicole reflects on the nonlinear nature of grief, and how it comes and goes, during this heartfelt episode that coincides with the 10th anniversary of her dear friend Michele’s passing. She talks about how grief never ends, but shape-shifts, and shares some of her cherished memories with Michele and the profound impact her friend still has on her life.

Chad Bell, founder & CEO of Achilles Coffee Roasters, shares his inspiring journey of overcoming drug and alcohol addiction to become a successful entrepreneur. He shares how he learned that fear can be a catalyst for growth and how following his fear led him to becoming someone unrecognizable to his younger self. Chad’s story is a testament to the transformative power of self-awareness, determination, and choosing to be present for oneself and others.

Suzie Clark, founder of Female Leadership Collective, left her unfulfilling banking career in London for a more purposeful life in Bali. She shares her journey in online entrepreneurship, highlighting the challenges and mistakes. Suzie now helps other women leave corporate careers for more fulfilling paths, emphasizing the importance of aligning values, self-care, and defining success on personal terms.

Allise Casazza, mother, author, podcaster, and life coach, shares her journey of reviving and rediscovering herself, from overcoming religious oppression and mental health struggles to ending her marriage and restructuring her business. Allie also shares how she rebuilt herself and her business, moved from an 'I have to' to an 'I get to' mentality, and the transformative process she calls “Becoming Her.”

Celebrity stylist and Velvet’s Edge podcast host Kelly Henderson shares her healing journey from public betrayal to finding and embracing her true self. Kelly highlights the significance of the journey inward as pivotal steps toward fostering a happier, healthier life and more fulfilling relationships with others.

Anti-trafficking activist Alexandra Ford shares her heart-wrenching story from victim to survivor to advocate. Alexandra's candid, intense discussion of her survival journey and her subsequent efforts in anti-trafficking activism emphasize the importance of self-love, compassion, and individual interpretation of healing.

Podcaster Kelly Henderson of Velvet’s Edge interviews Nicole about her personal story of overcoming two health crises, leaving an abusive relationship, and finding herself again. Nicole shares how chronic stress, compounded by navigating a marriage overshadowed by narcissistic abuse and battling a rare form of cancer, compelled her to establish her own business while focusing on healing through storytelling and music.

Writer Jane Ratcliffe recounts her life-altering brain and head injury from a freak accident, and the debilitating symptoms she has battled for the past 25 years. Despite experiencing chronic pain and medical struggles, Jane's determination, resilience, and self-advocacy have helped her surmount these challenges.

PR agency founder & CEO Scout Sobel opens up about living with bipolar disorder and how she learned to manage it by finding safety in her emotional landscape, practicing rigorous self-care, and finding a path for herself as an entrepreneur.

Empowerment coach and spiritual guide Diana Min shares how she harnessed the power of sacred plant medicine to overcome the traumas of abuse, addiction, and mental illness—and how she now helps others do the same.

Clean beauty skincare founder Indie Lee takes us through her remarkable journey, from just going through the motions to being told she may have as little as six months to live, and ultimately building a thriving company.

Nicole introduces the Prevail season of Here For Me by sharing her personal journey of triumph over life’s formidable “tower moments,” those times in life when everything crumbles to the ground. From battling health issues to leaving an abusive relationship, Nicole discusses how she prevailed through darkness.