In this episode of The Sounding Board Sessions, we’re joined by therapist Julie Eisenbeck to explore equine therapy—what it is, how it works, and why it’s so powerful.

We discuss how horses respond to emotional energy, nervous system regulation outside the therapy room, and how healing can start with simply slowing down and stepping outside. We also touch on therapist burnout, grounding, and reconnecting with nature and ourselves.

In this episode of The Sounding Board Sessions, Nik and Emily sit down with Gina Frieden to discuss grief, inspired by Nik’s latest song, “Good Grief.” Together, they explore the complexity of loss, the intensity of early grief, and why healing isn’t about “getting over it,” but learning how to carry it differently.

With a mix of professional insight and personal reflection, they discuss therapy, community support, and the power of music in helping people feel less alone in their grief. This episode offers thoughtful conversation and grounded reassurance for anyone navigating life after loss.

In this episode of The Sounding Board Sessions, Nik and Emily launch a new series on emotions, starting with anger. Joined by songwriter and artist Shelby of Genoese Speed, they unpack their song “Appetite” and explore how anger shows up differently across gender, creativity, and lived experience.

They discuss the mixed messages surrounding anger, how it often masks deeper emotions and unmet needs, and share practical, body-based tools for expressing it in healthier ways. Blending music and mental health insight, this episode reframes anger as a meaningful signal worth listening to.