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In The Light with Dr. Anita Phillips

Dr. Anita Phillips & Woman Evolve

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Dr. Anita is a trauma therapist, spiritual teacher, and author of the New York Times bestseller, The Garden Within. Through this mix of solo episodes and conversations, Dr. Anita invites you to transform the way you feel, think, and live. Step into the garden of your soul and prepare to get your hands dirty. It's time for you to flourish!
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Stripping our minds of the expectations that inundate our world has never been more difficult. It’s also never been more necessary. When we surrender our imagination of what life should be to embrace the story God is writing for us, everything changes. We go from powerless to powerFULL when we learn how power moves. ITL fam, Pastor Sarah Jakes Robe…
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In this episode of In the Light podcast, Dr. Anita sits down with podcaster, social media influencer, author, and preacher Tim Ross to discuss the unique faith and mental health journey that led him through abuse, grief, loss, and addiction to build a ministry with one singular mission: making sure that all people can be seen, heard, known and love…
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When it comes to the past, we love talking about good memories and sharing lessons learned but too often we avoid the painful topics at all costs. The problem is silence leaves room for trauma to continue writing our story in ways we may not realize. In this final takeover episode, Kobe Campbell and her husband Kyle talk us through getting the help…
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When we ask for help, we might not be sure what we need, but we do know what’s wrong. Or do we? In this episode, trauma therapist Kobe Campbell—with the help of her husband, Kyle— explains why we often overlook the real source of our life challenges. In the Light Podcast takeover week #2 is here! Get Kobe’s new book “Why Am I Like This: How to Brea…
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We have all heard that we should protect our peace and let our anger go. Well, it’s time for a different lesson: Protect your anger too. Why? Because anger is an important part of every healing journey. In this episode, trauma therapist and author, Kobe Campbell returns to In the Light to illuminate the relationship between anger, trauma, and recla…
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Our siblings. Our cousins. Our parents. Our spouses. The highest hope for every important adult relationship in our lives is that the love we share will ultimately be rooted in a deep sense of friendship. In this episode of the In the Light, Pastor Yana Jenay Conner joins Dr. Anita to teach us how to be a good friend, when to break up with a friend…
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Your body is a sacred dwelling. Generations of memories are stored within you. Some are beautiful and some really hurt. In this follow up to our Story Time episode we’re diving deeper into how generational trauma manifests in our bodies. Guest therapist, Kobe Campbell is our guide on this leg of the healing journey. She’s introducing us to the powe…
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HEAR YE! HEAR YE! Overcoming generational trauma isn’t about breaking curses. It’s about giving voice to the story. A story that belongs to you but didn’t begin with you. In part one of this deep dive into healing generational trauma, Dr. Anita teaches us about the memories, meaning, and biological mechanisms that shape our story while using her ow…
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It’s Dr. Anita’s birthday episode and she is gifting US with her wisdom on true self-care, living in purpose on purpose, and empowering yourself with words you speak from the heart. This is an episode you won’t F.O.R.G.E.T!! Get 20% off your first purchase of any Munk Pack product by visiting Munkpack.com and entering our code ANITA at checkout.…
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Emotions are embodied experiences. Taking care of your body also strengthens emotional well-being. In this episode somatic therapist, relationship expert and author, Jordan Dann joins Dr. Anita for a conversation about body language. We know our body language speaks to others but what is your body trying to tell you? As we learn to listen to messag…
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Envy. Discouragement. Imposter Syndrome. They all have a common source --comparison. Dr. Anita invited Pastor Nona Jones to teach us how to set ourselves free once and for all. Throughout her life and in her career--most recently as an executive for the world's largest social media company--Nona discovered that despite professional success, true co…
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When one door closes another door opens. There is always a way forward, but opportunity and advancement often depend on one thing: access. In this episode, Dr. Anita is joined by a friend of the In the Light family, Chrystal Evans Hurst. Together they get real and dig deep to talk about: why we believe (or don’t believe) we have access to what matt…
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In the Light podcast is back and Dr. Anita is keeping it real in exactly the way we love her for as she takes us on a deep dive into nobody’s favorite topic. Forgiveness. That’s the real F word! After self-identifying as “forgiveness challenged”, Dr. A offers tips for unforgiveness prevention and sheds light on the shame attached to this struggle, …
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We are wrapping up our Women Power Series, with a SHEro who is no less than a force. Evon Benson Idahosa is a lawyer and a leading international expert on sex trafficking and gender-based violence in sub-Saharan Africa. Through her organization Pathfinders Justice Initiative, this highly-accomplished Nigerian queen is literally setting captives fre…
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Woman Power series - week 3! Dr. Anita and her daughter, Olivia sat down with @blackliturgies creator & NYT bestselling author Cole Arthur Riley to discuss the power of storytelling, the difference between spirituality & religion, how worldview influences faith & mental health, and what it means to thrive as a “living soul” in a culture that too of…
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In the second episode of our “Woman Power” series Dr. Anita and her guest co-host, Olivia-Grace Phillips, are drawing wisdom from Dr. Thema Bryant. As a trauma psychologist, researcher, and minister, Dr. Thema deeply understands how conflict within and around us can disconnect us from our God-given gifts and purpose, and she is here to walk us home…
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It’s Women’s History Month and Dr. Anita is celebrating the revolutionary power of women with four history-makers who inspire her. First up is Arian Simone. As an entrepreneur, philanthropist, best-selling author, and Co-Founder and CEO of the Fearless Fund --the First Venture Capital Fund built by women of color for women of color-- she personifie…
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In a world where change feels constant, we can use boundaries to map our journey into uncharted territory. Boundaries are more than just the borders we draw to protect ourselves. They are the route we travel to reach that place called “next”. In this episode, Dr. Anita and guest co-host & therapist Danae Wheatley are sharing their own experiences w…
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“Dr. Anita, please do an episode about narcissism!” In the Light listeners, your wish is our command, and we can’t think of a better time to do it than during a month dedicated to setting boundaries for ourselves and with others. This week Dr. Anita and her February co-host, Danae are joined by Dr. Vanessa Abernathy, a clinical psychologist, relati…
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It’s time to go to class. This episode is Boundaries 101. Nedra Glover Tawwab’s New York Times bestseller, “Set Boundaries Find Peace” is the textbook and Dr. Anita, along with her good friend and fellow therapist, Danae Wheatley are the students. Together they are testing the health of their own boundaries, reflecting on how they have grown, and m…
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When it comes to improving our wellbeing, it can be hard to know where to start. Dr. Anita is here with the simple answer you need: go to sleep. It will change your life. Listen in to find out why catching more ZZ’s is the ultimate act of self-care while sleep deprivation has been linked to emotional problems, poor concentration, immune system fail…
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We are turning the light on for 2022 with a powerful story about what change looks like. Dr. Anita shares her own change challenge for the year and then welcomes Pastor Michael Phillips, author of “Wrong Lanes Have Right Turns”. Michael invites us to stand in the light with him as he walks us through the decisions that changed his life and the life…
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Messy. Acceptance. Courage. Invaluable. Fragility. Freedom. Empowered. Process. Longevity. Celebration. Generosity. Reflection. 12 months of In the Light. 12 powerful themes. In this episode, Dr. Anita is wrapping the year by reflecting on them all. She is giving us scripture after scripture to back up every thought God gave her along with some hea…
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It's that time of year! We’re turning our focus toward the future and setting our goals and intentions for 2022. Before we do that let’s plan to succeed by uprooting every form of self-sabotage that has tripped us up in the past. Self-sabotage isn’t really about what you do or don’t do. It’s rooted in the painful places in your heart but, with inte…
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Mental illness is real and on the rise. In the wake of the pandemic depression and anxiety disorders have soared but we are not helpless. In this episode, Dr. Anita shines a light on powerful insights about trauma and mental illness gleaned from some of her favorite guests and then takes us deeper as we prepare us to ask ourselves, and others, the …
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Dr. Anita is wrapping the year by gifting us some of In the Light’s best moments and there’s no better place to start than the heart. Having the right words to truly describe how we feel helps to protect us from the effects of stress. This episode is a vocabulary list of the best emotion words from our 2021 conversations to help you answer the all-…
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After months and months of unexpected change, many of us are seeking fresh balance despite the ground still shifting beneath our feet. In this episode, Dr. Anita is speaking directly from her heart with one purpose: to affirm you. Whether anxiety’s grip seems relentless, or grief is showing up in new ways, or you are just feeling all the feels this…
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Dr. Anita is exhausted in the very best way possible! Listen in as she reflects on THEE moment that was the 2021 Woman Evolve conference. Then, stick around for some much-needed direction on building healthy relationships. Dr. Anita is joined by fellow therapist Danae Wheatley for this compelling conversation overflowing with education, insight, an…
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Ladies listen up! Our friendships are just as important as our romantic relationships (if not more)and sometimes, they are just as challenging (if not more) but when you find those special sister-friend bonds, it’s EVERYTHING. In this episode of In the Light, Dr. Anita is chatting with minister and life coach, Irene Rollins, who gets vulnerable abo…
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Relationships are challenging but romantic relationships can be EXTRA challenging! When it comes to dating and marriage questions, love is the answer! Literally. This week, Dr. Anita welcomes relationship expert Love McPherson back to In the Light. Love insists that “attachment styles” are key to deciphering the mixed messages that undermine health…
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Speaker, teacher, pastor’s wife, and multiple-attempt suicide survivor Heather Palacios dedicates her life to helping those struggling against suicide. In this conversation with Dr. Anita, Heather shares what dark days have taught her about living in the light. Whether you have ever contemplated suicide or not, Heather’s wisdom will inspire you to …
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The mother-daughter relationship is powerful. When our relationship with our mother is healthy, it supports our emotional wellbeing in countless ways. When that relationship is broken, the emotional impact can be devastating. In this episode, Dr. Anita and her daughter, Olivia-Grace open up about the personality conflicts that threatened their rela…
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In the Light Podcast is back and we are celebrating that! So many of us are feeling overwhelmed right now, so in this episode, Dr. Anita gives us a look at how she personally responds to challenges in her own life, while making room to celebrate the good stuff. This episode is packed with tools to increase your wellbeing–physically, emotionally, an…
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Anxiety. Insecurity. Perfectionism. Nervousness. Each of these emotional experiences is a form of fear. We can change its name, but it exhausts us just the same. Are you ready to finally get some relief? In this episode, blending faith and mental health as only she can, Dr. Anita is speaking rest to the deep water of your soul! No matter where you …
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Dr. Anita admits that she doesn’t love strength training, but she does love the lessons it teaches us about getting stronger emotionally and spiritually. Building strength is a process, and even though there are no short-cuts, most of us try to find one anyway! In this episode Dr. A delivers mega doses of truth about using “spiritual bypassing” to …
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In this hurried culture, where we pride ourselves on multitasking, Dr. Anita is slowing us down this week. Even when the world is pulling us in any direction except “here and now” she urges us to be present on purpose. Reflecting on the moments that she’s gotten right and times when she’s dropped the ball, Dr. Anita offers tips to make sure you don…
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We’re leaning into the faith side of the faith and mental health conversation this week as Dr. Anita gets real about how hard it can be to consistently believe that God really does plan to give us the desires of our heart. Past disappointments can tempt us to sacrifice our dreams on the altar of anxiety we are saying no tothatself-sabotage! Listen …
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Change IS possible, even if it doesn’t always seem that way. Whether you feel like giving up on achieving a change in your life or you’re looking for fresh insight as you chase your dreams, Dr. Anita is here to demystify the process of change. Turns out, there are only five steps between “here” and “there”. Grab your notebook and listen in to map y…
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This one is for the perfectionists! Displaying the kind of vulnerability that we love her for, Dr. Anita shares her story of recovery from perfectionism. From the childhood wound that started it all, to the freedom she is determined to maintain, Dr. A teaches us how the power of humility can break the chains of perfectionism and lead us into a life…
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Sometimes we are completely out of touch with the weight our heart is carrying. Past trauma, the effects of the pandemic, stress, and bad news can really add up! Too often we try to compartmentalize our pain only to end up disconnected from our deepest truths. In this episode, Dr. Anita invites you to construct your autobiography. Connecting the do…
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Summer is in full swing at In the Light, so Dr. Anita is shaking things up! For this episode she decided to be her own guest and she’s talking about living a life empowered by hope. Whether you have let go of a dream, feel challenged by the idea of living out your purpose, or you’re just a little tired, Dr. Anita is here to deliver the fresh dose o…
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This week, Dr. Anita sits down with Institutional Abuse expert, Dr. Wade Mullen to freely shine light into a very dark space: church abuse. Drawing from his personal experience, research, and work with faith communities, Dr. Mullen is sharing insights from his latest book – Something’s Not Right: Decoding the Hidden Tactics of Abuse and Freeing You…
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Dr. Anita is back to share the conclusion of her conversation with chaplain, trauma survivor, author, and poet J.S. Park. The story of his decades long struggle with depression, the freedom he’s found in recovery and the elastic strength of his faith will stretch you in all the best ways! Darkness never wins...light always does.…
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This week, Dr. Anita sits down with poet and atheist-turned-chaplain, J.S. Park for a two-part interview, sure to leave you thinking more deeply about EVERYTHING. Drawing vulnerably from his experiences with childhood trauma, alcoholism, depression and the transformative love of God and armed with wisdom gleaned from hundreds of patients hovering a…
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It’s been a long time coming but here we are! FOR every area of your life that has been on pause, it’s finally time to PRESS RESET! In this episode, Dr. Anita is talking about what she is doing to press reset in her own life AND she’s chatting with THE Latasha Morrison who is an author and the founder of Be the Bridge. Listen in for advice on letti…
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One year after the death of George Floyd, Dr. Anita sits down with Rev. Eugene Cho to explore the fragility of identity in a time of racial and religious upheaval. They are talking faith, racial righteousness, the richness of the AAPI community, and the power of diverse relationships to enrich our lives and enlarge our hearts. Justice work is hard …
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What do poetry, trauma, love, and the dark side of San Francisco’s streets have in common? Spoken word artist and author, Hosanna Wong! Hosanna is joining us In the Light this week to show us how the most fragile moments of her youth have been transformed to become the most powerful elements of her ministry and mission. This superwoman is out to sa…
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In a world that seems to rush to rate and judge every aspect of who we are it’s easy to internalize the message that we can never be good enough.In this episode,Dr. Anita and Vivian Mabuni, founder of the AAPI women’s collective Someday Is Here, slow down to explore the forces that shape our self-esteem. Vivian’s vulnerability is sure to strengthen…
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