The Healing Core

The Healing Core is a women’s health podcast that goes beyond symptoms to uncover the root causes of chronic pain, hormone imbalances, pelvic floor dysfunction, and gut health issues.

Hosted by Dr. Maria Muto Rodriguez, a women’s health physical therapist and founder of Holistic Physio, this show connects the dots between the nervous system, hormones, pelvic health, and stress. Through solo episodes and conversations with experts in women’s health and holistic medicine, you’ll gain the tools and understanding needed to support true, lasting healing.

If you’re tired of quick fixes and ready to understand your body on a deeper level, this podcast will help you heal from the inside out—starting at the core.

Learn more at: https://holisticphysiodoc.com/

Contributors

Host

Maria Muto-Rodriguez

Maria is a pelvic floor physical therapist, mom of two, and the founder of Holistic Physio in New York City. She works with women through pregnancy, postpartum, and all the phases in between, helping them feel stronger and more like themselves again.

A lot of what she shares comes from both her clinical work and her own life—because she’s in it too. The hormones, the body changes, the stress, the “why does nothing feel the same?” moments… she gets it.

This podcast is a space for real, honest conversations around healing and motherhood—nothing overly clinical or filtered. Just supportive, practical insights and conversations that help women feel a little more understood and a lot less alone.

https://holisticphysiodoc.com/

Producer

Mike Sgalambro

Mike is a podcast producer, editor, and creative consultant with deep experience developing, launching, and growing shows across multiple genres. His credits include podcasts such as Illuminative’s American Genocide, Heavy Metal Presents: Putting the Science in Science Fiction, DIGA Studios’ Bad Ass Jews, and AMC’s Bottomless Brunch at Colman, among many others. Known for his strengths in audio production, storytelling, and workflow optimization, Mike helps hosts transform ideas into polished, engaging content. His work spans concept development, recording, post-production, and distribution, making him a trusted collaborator for both independent creators and established organizations.

Guests

Guest

Maria Clemente Morresi

Maria is a clinician and entrepreneur dedicated to evolving the global mental health paradigm. As the Founder and CEO of Reimagined Mind and Vice President of the PRC, Maria pioneered a transformative methodology that bridges Eastern holistic philosophy with Western clinical rigor.

Driven by a synergy of disciplines, she specializes in trauma-informed, collaborative care within the perinatal space. Maria’s visionary leadership extends into the nonprofit sector, where she serves as President of the Spark Fund to drive systemic health outcomes and leads the Reimagined Mind nonprofit to ensure financial barriers never dictate a mother’s access to quality care.

A mentor, mother, and builder at heart, Maria is ignited by the process of disrupting traditional silos to build toward a soulful, integrated future where every individual is truly seen, supported, and whole.

https://myseedlinks.com/PublicCard?slug=mariaclementemorresi

Guest

Marlene Handler

Marlene Handler is a licensed pelvic floor occupational therapist based in New York City and the owner of a holistic pelvic health and private Pilates studio called The Lifted Lotus in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. She is dedicated to helping individuals overcome pelvic health concerns, expand their body literacy, and improve their quality of life. With over a decade of experience as an occupational therapist, Marlene offers personalized, holistic care that supports healing, balance, and overall well-being.

Outside of her work at The Lifted Lotus, Marlene enjoys spending time with her family, immersing herself in nature, and exploring the world through travel and adventure.

https://www.lifted-lotus.com/

Guest appearance on:

Pelvic Floor Therapy Explained: Chronic Pelvic Pain, Pregnancy & Postpartum Healing with Marlene Handler | The Healing Core Ep. 2

Guest

Stephanie Zamora

Stephanie is the founder of Elevate with Stephanie, a New York–based wellness practice integrating hypnosis, Reiki, acupressure, and astrology to support deep, lasting transformation. She is currently pursuing her Master of Social Work (MSW), expanding her work through a clinical lens. Stephanie supports high-performing individuals in regulating their nervous system, breaking emotional patterns, and reconnecting with themselves on a deeper level. Her approach is both intuitive and grounded, creating space for clarity, healing, and meaningful growth.

https://elevatewithstephanie.my.canva.site