Karie Gonia is an Intuitive Family Constellation Facilitator, Reiki Master, Shamanic Practitioner, and Teacher known for her transformative healing work and inspiring speaking engagements. She specializes in uncovering and releasing hidden generational patterns, ancestral wounds, and emotional blocks that shape relationships, health, and personal growth.Drawing from her background in shamanic practices and energy healing, Karie creates a safe, grounded, and sacred space where profound breakthroughs occur. Through Family Constellation Therapy, she helps individuals, couples, and families recognize the unseen influences that may be holding them back and guides them toward alignment, clarity, and freedom.As a spiritual intuitive, Karie blends her gifts of clairvoyance, clairaudience, and empathic insight to channel messages from Spirit and ancestral wisdom. Her work bridges the mystical and the practical, empowering clients to step into their highest potential with compassion, courage, and confidence.In addition to private sessions and group constellations, Karie is a sought-after teacher and speaker, sharing her knowledge of generational healing, trauma recovery, and personal transformation with audiences across workshops, retreats, and conferences.Her mission is simple yet powerful: to help people heal deeply, love fully, and live awake in the center of their lives.In This Interview: - Finding the courage to make a change before you hit a wall- Is the anxiety or sadness you’re carrying your own?- Why you can’t simple “think” your way through healing- How animals can be active participants in our healing- How to truly heal from compassion fatigueInterview Resources: https://www.kariegonia.com/IG: @kariegoniaFB: facebook.com/KarieGoniaOfficialAt Veterinary Compassion Project we believe that those who dedicate their lives to caring for animals deserve the same compassion and care they give to others. We are committed to raising awareness about the extreme emotional toll that comes with animal caregiving while providing essential support for your wellbeing. Through our resources, community, and guidance, we aim to empower veterinarians and animal care professionals to thrive both personally and professionally.📍 Visit Us Online: veterinarycompassionproject.comIG: @veterinarycompassionprojectFB: facebook.com/veterinarycompassionprojectYT: youtube.com/@veterinarycompassionprojectMore about Dr. Erin Holder:At the heart of our mission is Dr. Erin Holder, a compassionate healer and esteemed veterinarian dedicated to supporting animal caregivers. With a passion for holistic care and a deep understanding of compassion fatigue, Dr. Holder leads our efforts to empower those who devote their lives to helping animals.In 2004, Dr. Holder founded one of the largest integrative veterinary hospitals in North America where she pioneered a holistic approach to animal care. Certified in Veterinary Acupuncture, Traditional Chinese Herbal Medicine, Food Therapy, Chinese Tui-Na, Animal Ozone Therapy, and Animal Reiki, Dr. Holder’s hospital provided comprehensive care to a wide variety of animals, including cats, dogs, birds, exotics, and wildlife. Her innovative work was even featured on the debut series of National Geographic Wild’s Unlikely Animal Friends.After nearly two decades of serving animals and their caregivers, Dr. Holder made the difficult decision to sell her hospital in 2022 to address her own experience with compassion fatigue. In her own personal healing, she immersed herself in studying compassion fatigue—why it happens, how to prevent it, and ways overcome it. She completed certifications in meditation instruction and compassion fatigue training for healthcare professionals, dedicating herself to helping others navigate the emotional toll of veterinary work.See you on the next one!

Dr. Jody Bearman, DVM, CVH, CVA, CVCH, CVSMT graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Madison with a BS in Bacteriology and from the University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine with a DVM in 1992. She worked in small town mixed practice (horses, farm animals, small animals) then small animal and exotic practice using Western medicine for 16 years.Wanting to help animals that couldn’t be diagnosed or treated with Western medicine and those that developed severe side effects from Western medicine, she took the Chi Institute for Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine mixed animal course and became a Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist in 2005. Dr. Jody was an instructor at the Chi Institute, the first of it’s kind outside of China. She is a certified Veterinary Chinese Herbalist and practices tui-na (Chinese massage and physical therapy) and food therapy. She took courses in Advanced Applied Kinesiology (advanced manipulation, testing and treatment techniques) and became certified in Veterinary Spinal Manipulation Therapy at The Healing Oasis Wellness Center, and is a member of the College of Animal Chiropractors.Dr. Jody is a graduate of the Pitcairn Institute for Veterinary Homeopathy and is a certified Veterinary Homeopath. She is a diplomate of classical homeopathy and certified classical homeopath, and has spoken at the Joint American Homeopathic Conference for the last 3 years.In This Interview: - Dr. Jody Bearman’s path to vet school- Pressing pause as a step forward- Walking away isn’t failure- Pain can bring new perspective and new passion- Building her integrative practice and rediscovering homeopathy to help animals heal- Healing the healer matters- Animals who healed when their whole selves, not just symptoms, were treated- Restoring joy, purpose, and connection in your practice after burnout- Resources for vets ready to explore new paths to health, hope, and renewalInterview Resources: https://anshenvet.com/facebook.com/AnShenHolisticVetAt Veterinary Compassion Project we believe that those who dedicate their lives to caring for animals deserve the same compassion and care they give to others. We are committed to raising awareness about the extreme emotional toll that comes with animal caregiving while providing essential support for your wellbeing. Through our resources, community, and guidance, we aim to empower veterinarians and animal care professionals to thrive both personally and professionally.📍 Visit Us Online: veterinarycompassionproject.comIG: @veterinarycompassionprojectFB: facebook.com/veterinarycompassionprojectYT: youtube.com/@veterinarycompassionprojectAt the heart of our mission is Dr. Erin Holder, a compassionate healer and esteemed veterinarian dedicated to supporting animal caregivers. With a passion for holistic care and a deep understanding of compassion fatigue, Dr. Holder leads our efforts to empower those who devote their lives to helping animals.In 2004, Dr. Holder founded one of the largest integrative veterinary hospitals in North America where she pioneered a holistic approach to animal care. Certified in Veterinary Acupuncture, Traditional Chinese Herbal Medicine, Food Therapy, Chinese Tui-Na, Animal Ozone Therapy, and Animal Reiki, Dr. Holder’s hospital provided comprehensive care to a wide variety of animals, including cats, dogs, birds, exotics, and wildlife.After nearly two decades of serving animals and their caregivers, Dr. Holder made the difficult decision to sell her hospital in 2022 to address her own experience with compassion fatigue. In her own personal healing, she immersed herself in studying compassion fatigue—why it happens, how to prevent it, and ways overcome it. She completed certifications in meditation instruction and compassion fatigue training for healthcare professionals, dedicating herself to helping others navigate the emotional toll of veterinary work.

Sara Wilkins is a licensed veterinary nurse who graduated from Michigan State University 28 years ago. She is certified in critical anesthesia and pain management as well as palliative care. Sara spent the majority of her career in anesthesia but was also very passionate about her time spent in medical oncology and clinical pathology. Sara is a yoga teacher with certifications in trauma informed/sensitive yoga approach, athletic performance, as well as YIN and chair yoga. She is also a licensed massage therapist and certified in Reiki for both humans and animals.In This Interview:0:10 - The beginning of Sara's veterinary journey3:02 - How burnout creeps in quietly9:50 - In the middle of chaos, one breath can change everything16:54 - The problem isn’t always personal, it’s systemic22:18 - Learning to say “no” as a form of healing29:01 - When business outweighs wellbeing, culture and people suffer34:54 - Proof healing is possibleInterview Resources:FB: facebook.com/SaraWilkinsYogaIG: @yogabysara_Blue Dog Counseling for Veterinary Professionals: bluedogcounseling.comAt Veterinary Compassion Project we believe that those who dedicate their lives to caring for animals deserve the same compassion and care they give to others. We are committed to raising awareness about the extreme emotional toll that comes with animal caregiving while providing essential support for your wellbeing. Through our resources, community, and guidance, we aim to empower veterinarians and animal care professionals to thrive both personally and professionally.📍 Visit Us Online: veterinarycompassionproject.comIG: @veterinarycompassionprojectFB: facebook.com/veterinarycompassionprojectYouTube: youtube.com/@veterinarycompassionprojectMore about Dr. Erin Holder: At the heart of our mission is Dr. Erin Holder, a compassionate healer and esteemed veterinarian dedicated to supporting animal caregivers. With a passion for holistic care and a deep understanding of compassion fatigue, Dr. Holder leads our efforts to empower those who devote their lives to helping animals.In 2004, Dr. Holder founded one of the largest integrative veterinary hospitals in North America where she pioneered a holistic approach to animal care. Certified in Veterinary Acupuncture, Traditional Chinese Herbal Medicine, Food Therapy, Chinese Tui-Na, Animal Ozone Therapy, and Animal Reiki, Dr. Holder’s hospital provided comprehensive care to a wide variety of animals, including cats, dogs, birds, exotics, and wildlife. Her innovative work was even featured on the debut series of National Geographic Wild’s Unlikely Animal Friends.After nearly two decades of serving animals and their caregivers, Dr. Holder made the difficult decision to sell her hospital in 2022 to address her own experience with compassion fatigue. In her own personal healing, she immersed herself in studying compassion fatigue—why it happens, how to prevent it, and ways overcome it. She completed certifications in meditation instruction and compassion fatigue training for healthcare professionals, dedicating herself to helping others navigate the emotional toll of veterinary work.“Having personally experienced compassion fatigue and witnessing the immense challenges faced by our profession, I hope to be part of the solution—giving a voice to the overwhelming exhaustion in our community and offering practical ways to restore well-being.” ~Dr. Erin HolderSee you on the next one! 🩵

Gigi Tsontos, LCSW, MPA, aka, Angelique, joined Not One More Vet (NOMV) in January 2024. After studying Social Welfare Policy at the University of Kansas, Gigi spent two years in Mali West Africa as a Peace Corps Volunteer, returning to complete a Master of Science in Social Work at Columbia University and a second Masters in Public Administration from San Diego State University. Her career led her to work in social services, homeless services, mental health, victims’ rights, and nutrition supporting administrative roles and becoming a clinical social worker licensed in California and Kansas. Gigi lives in Kansas with her husband and 4 furry children. She sees the world as her home and has traveled extensively.NOMV is a vital organization dedicated to safeguarding the mental health and well-being of veterinarians across the globe. With a mission to survive and thrive within the veterinary community, NOMV offers peer support, educational resources, and a range of outreach programs. Through compassion and collaboration, NOMV empowers veterinarians to seek help, share experiences, and build a more resilient professional community.In This Interview: - When you feel like you're carrying it all, it's vital to know where you can turn for support- Gigi's story- Managing the pet while managing our own hearts and the hearts of our clients- What if wellbeing skills were as fundamental to our training as clinical skills?- The simple, compassionate act of checking in- The weight of this work is too heavy to carry alone, and the beautiful truth is you don't have toInterview Resources:Not One More Vet (NOMV): nomv.org/NOVM FB: facebook.com/NotOneMoreVet/NOVM IG: instagram.com/notonemorevetAt Veterinary Compassion Project we believe that those who dedicate their lives to caring for animals deserve the same compassion and care they give to others. We are committed to raising awareness about the extreme emotional toll that comes with animal caregiving while providing essential support for your wellbeing. Through our resources, community, and guidance, we aim to empower veterinarians and animal care professionals to thrive both personally and professionally.📍 Visit Us Online: veterinarycompassionproject.com🔹 VCP Restorative Retreat 2026: veterinarycompassionproject.com/retreat📞 Join Our Monthly Support Call: veterinarycompassionproject.com/resourcesIG: @veterinarycompassionprojectFB: facebook.com/veterinarycompassionprojectYouTube: youtube.com/@veterinarycompassionprojectMore about Dr. Erin Holder: At the heart of our mission is Dr. Erin Holder, a compassionate healer and esteemed veterinarian dedicated to supporting animal caregivers. With a passion for holistic care and a deep understanding of compassion fatigue, Dr. Holder leads our efforts to empower those who devote their lives to helping animals.In 2004, Dr. Holder founded one of the largest integrative veterinary hospitals in North America where she pioneered a holistic approach to animal care. Certified in Veterinary Acupuncture, Traditional Chinese Herbal Medicine, Food Therapy, Chinese Tui-Na, Animal Ozone Therapy, and Animal Reiki, Dr. Holder’s hospital provided comprehensive care to a wide variety of animals, including cats, dogs, birds, exotics, and wildlife. Her innovative work was even featured on the debut series of National Geographic Wild’s Unlikely Animal Friends.After nearly two decades of serving animals and their caregivers, Dr. Holder made the difficult decision to sell her hospital in 2022 to address her own experience with compassion fatigue. In her own personal healing, she immersed herself in studying compassion fatigue—why it happens, how to prevent it, and ways overcome it. She completed certifications in meditation instruction and compassion fatigue training for healthcare professionals, dedicating herself to helping others navigate the emotional toll of veterinary work.See you on the next one!

Lennon Molofsky is a certified somatic coach and bodyworker - he is certified through the Strozzi Institute for Somatics, as well as the International Coaching Federation. Since 2013, he has immersed himself in the field of somatics. In addition to holding a private practice in Petaluma, Ca, and working with clients virtually on Zoom, Lennon works for the Strozzi Institute as an on-site bodyworker for participants enrolled in their coursework. Lennon’s focus is on helping people learn to live in their bodies to support them in creating the changes they want for themselves.In This Interview: - What is Somatic Bodywork and why does it matter in medicine? - What if asking for help wasn’t just a mindset shift, but a body-based practice?- Lennon’s Journey into Somatics- What if your presence, not just your skills - was the most healing part of your work?- Real healing isn’t a quick fix, it’s a daily, embodied commitment to change.Interview Resources:Lennon’s Somatic Coaching & Bodywork:  https://mindbodysomatics.com/LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/lennon-molofsky-7286aa187At Veterinary Compassion Project we believe that those who dedicate their lives to caring for animals deserve the same compassion and care they give to others. We are committed to raising awareness about the extreme emotional toll that comes with animal caregiving while providing essential support for your wellbeing. Through our resources, community, and guidance, we aim to empower veterinarians and animal care professionals to thrive both personally and professionally.📍 Visit Us Online: veterinarycompassionproject.com🔹 VCP Restorative Retreat 2026: veterinarycompassionproject.com/retreat📞 Join Our Monthly Support Call: veterinarycompassionproject.com/resourcesIG: @veterinarycompassionprojectFB: facebook.com/veterinarycompassionprojectYT: youtube.com/@veterinarycompassionprojectMore about Dr. Erin Holder: At the heart of our mission is Dr. Erin Holder, a compassionate healer and esteemed veterinarian dedicated to supporting animal caregivers. With a passion for holistic care and a deep understanding of compassion fatigue, Dr. Holder leads our efforts to empower those who devote their lives to helping animals.In 2004, Dr. Holder founded one of the largest integrative veterinary hospitals in North America where she pioneered a holistic approach to animal care. Certified in Veterinary Acupuncture, Traditional Chinese Herbal Medicine, Food Therapy, Chinese Tui-Na, Animal Ozone Therapy, and Animal Reiki, Dr. Holder’s hospital provided comprehensive care to a wide variety of animals, including cats, dogs, birds, exotics, and wildlife. Her innovative work was even featured on the debut series of National Geographic Wild’s Unlikely Animal Friends.After nearly two decades of serving animals and their caregivers, Dr. Holder made the difficult decision to sell her hospital in 2022 to address her own experience with compassion fatigue. In her own personal healing, she immersed herself in studying compassion fatigue—why it happens, how to prevent it, and ways overcome it. She completed certifications in meditation instruction and compassion fatigue training for healthcare professionals, dedicating herself to helping others navigate the emotional toll of veterinary work.See you on the next one!

Josh Vaisman MAPPCP, CCFP, believes all veterinary professionals deserve to feel fulfilled and energized in their work, each and every day. Through his company, Flourish Veterinary Consulting, he combines more than 25 years of veterinary experience, a master’s in applied positive psychology and coaching psychology, education in positive leadership and positive organizational scholarship, and a passion for guiding leaders to cultivate workplaces in which people thrive. He's also the author of the book, "Lead to Thrive: The Science of Crafting a Positive Veterinary Culture".Josh has taught the art of practicing positive leadership at hundreds of organizations, conferences, and events. To further his mission of empowering veterinary leaders with practical guidance, in 2024 he began pursuing graduate education in conflict management and applied positive communication at the University of Arkansas - Little Rock.When he’s not cultivating ways to elevate the veterinary community, Mr. Vaisman spends his time with his wife, Greta, and their many creatures in Firestone, Colorado. To fill his bucket, he’s a soccer-playing, reef-keeping, cookie-eating, beekeeper.In This Interview: - What if the darkest point in your career became the start of something revolutionary?- Are you surviving in vet med, or actually thriving?- What if you could diagnose and treat your practice culture with the same precision you use on patients?- Why vet med needs to teach people skills- When your team feels like they matter, they stayInterview Resources:Website: flourish.vetFB: facebook.com/flourishveterinaryconsultingIG: @flourishveterinaryconsultingLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/flourish-veterinary-consultingAt Veterinary Compassion Project we believe that those who dedicate their lives to caring for animals deserve the same compassion and care they give to others. We are committed to raising awareness about the extreme emotional toll that comes with animal caregiving while providing essential support for your wellbeing. Through our resources, community, and guidance, we aim to empower veterinarians and animal care professionals to thrive both personally and professionally.📍 Visit Us Online: veterinarycompassionproject.com🔹 VCP Restorative Retreat 2026: veterinarycompassionproject.com/retreat📞 Join Our Monthly Support Call: veterinarycompassionproject.com/resourcesIG: @veterinarycompassionprojectFB: facebook.com/veterinarycompassionprojectYT: youtube.com/@veterinarycompassionprojectMore about Dr. Erin Holder: At the heart of our mission is Dr. Erin Holder, a compassionate healer and esteemed veterinarian dedicated to supporting animal caregivers. With a passion for holistic care and a deep understanding of compassion fatigue, Dr. Holder leads our efforts to empower those who devote their lives to helping animals.In 2004, Dr. Holder founded one of the largest integrative veterinary hospitals in North America where she pioneered a holistic approach to animal care. Certified in Veterinary Acupuncture, Traditional Chinese Herbal Medicine, Food Therapy, Chinese Tui-Na, Animal Ozone Therapy, and Animal Reiki, Dr. Holder’s hospital provided comprehensive care to a wide variety of animals, including cats, dogs, birds, exotics, and wildlife. Her innovative work was even featured on the debut series of National Geographic Wild’s Unlikely Animal Friends.After nearly two decades of serving animals and their caregivers, Dr. Holder made the difficult decision to sell her hospital in 2022 to address her own experience with compassion fatigue. In her own personal healing, she immersed herself in studying compassion fatigue—why it happens, how to prevent it, and ways overcome it. She completed certifications in meditation instruction and compassion fatigue training for healthcare professionals, dedicating herself to helping others navigate the emotional toll of veterinary work.See you on the next one!

Dr. Rebecca Bailey is a leading trauma therapist who specializes in complex case scenarios. With over 30 years of experience in the field, she remains dedicated to the belief that authenticity, common sense, and kindness are the most essential components of effective treatment. A lifelong equestrian and animal lover, Dr. Bailey continues to find that animals—particularly horses—have much to teach humans about curiosity, compassion, and connection.She is the author of Safe Kids: Smart Parents and Equine Connections, Polyvagal Principles: A Book of Story, Theory, Practice, and Hope, co-written with Margie McDonald and Jaycee Dugard. She is also the co-author of several peer-reviewed articles on abduction, high-conflict families, and, in collaboration with Dr. Stephen Porges and Jaycee Dugard, the concept of appeasement as a survival strategy.Dr. Bailey co-founded the Polyvagal Equine Institute to support the application of polyvagal principles in therapeutic and educational settings, using the power of horse-human interaction to foster connection and healing.Her work continues to bridge neuroscience, trauma recovery, and the healing power of the human-animal bond.In This Interview: - What do horses teach us about healing?- What Is Polyvagal Theory?- Healing begins with presence, not perfection- How horses model what we forget- How healing can start with something as simple as brushing a horse- How connection, not isolation - is the real medicine- Healing for vets begins when you bring that compassion back home to yourselfInterview Resources:polyvagalequineinstitute.comIG - @polyvagalequineinstituteFB - facebook.com/PolyvagalEquineInstituteVCP Retreat 2026: veterinarycompassionproject.com/retreat/At Veterinary Compassion Project we believe that those who dedicate their lives to caring for animals deserve the same compassion and care they give to others. We are committed to raising awareness about the extreme emotional toll that comes with animal caregiving while providing essential support for your wellbeing. Through our resources, community, and guidance, we aim to empower veterinarians and animal care professionals to thrive both personally and professionally.📍 Visit Us Online: veterinarycompassionproject.com🔹 VCP Restorative Retreat 2026: veterinarycompassionproject.com/retreat📞 Join Our Monthly Support Call: veterinarycompassionproject.com/resourcesIG: @veterinarycompassionprojectFB: facebook.com/veterinarycompassionprojectYT: youtube.com/@veterinarycompassionprojectMore about Dr. Erin Holder: At the heart of our mission is Dr. Erin Holder, a compassionate healer and esteemed veterinarian dedicated to supporting animal caregivers. With a passion for holistic care and a deep understanding of compassion fatigue, Dr. Holder leads our efforts to empower those who devote their lives to helping animals.In 2004, Dr. Holder founded one of the largest integrative veterinary hospitals in North America where she pioneered a holistic approach to animal care. Certified in Veterinary Acupuncture, Traditional Chinese Herbal Medicine, Food Therapy, Chinese Tui-Na, Animal Ozone Therapy, and Animal Reiki, Dr. Holder’s hospital provided comprehensive care to a wide variety of animals, including cats, dogs, birds, exotics, and wildlife. Her innovative work was even featured on the debut series of National Geographic Wild’s Unlikely Animal Friends.After nearly two decades of serving animals and their caregivers, Dr. Holder made the difficult decision to sell her hospital in 2022 to address her own experience with compassion fatigue. In her own personal healing, she immersed herself in studying compassion fatigue—why it happens, how to prevent it, and ways overcome it. She completed certifications in meditation instruction and compassion fatigue training for healthcare professionals, dedicating herself to helping others navigate the emotional toll of veterinary work.See you on the next one!

In this episode, I’m very excited to introduce you to someone special in my life and business… my financial advisor!Joshua Abrahamson has been part of the Econologics Financial Advisors team since 2018. He graduated from University of Memphis with a Bachelor’s degree in Business. He is also a Registered Financial Consultant® with the IARFC. Josh has worked with over 200 private practice owners and associate households nationwide in the last six years at Econologics. He is dedicated to meeting with his clients on a monthly basis to stay in the loop of changes in the business and market climates.He has intimate knowledge on how to help veterinary practice owners utilize their greatest asset, their business, to create wealth so they may achieve their personal and professional goals to create a more secure and stable financial future. Outside of work, his biggest priority is taking care of his kid, a 6 year old German Shepherd named Marley. He loves visiting wineries, traveling and golfing.In this interview: -Meet my own financial advisor, Joshua Abrahamson!- Navigating the financial fog post-grad- Been practicing for years but haven’t built a financial plan yet?- You’re not failing - it’s just that no one taught you this part- Big decisions don’t have to mean big stress- How more and more vets are finding their way back to private practice- What they don’t tell you about selling your business- Your work is unique and so is your worthInterview Resources: Econologics Financial Advisors: https://econologicsfinancialadvisors.com/about-us/meet-our-team/josh-abrahamson/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-abrahamson-rfc-b2487413b/At Veterinary Compassion Project, we believe that those who dedicate their lives to caring for animals deserve the same compassion and care they give to others. We are committed to raising awareness about the extreme emotional toll that comes with animal caregiving and providing essential support and community for their wellbeing. Through our resources, community, and guidance, we aim to empower veterinarians and animal care professionals to thrive both personally and professionally.📍 Visit us online: https://www.veterinarycompassionproject.com🔹 VCP Restorative Retreat 2026: https://www.veterinarycompassionproject.com/retreat/ 📞 Join Our Monthly Support Call: https://www.veterinarycompassionproject.com/resources/IG: instagram.com/veterinarycompassionprojectFB: facebook.com/veterinarycompassionproject/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VeterinaryCompassionProjectMore about Dr. Erin Holder: At the heart of our mission is Dr. Erin Holder, a compassionate healer and esteemed veterinarian dedicated to supporting animal caregivers. With a passion for holistic care and a deep understanding of compassion fatigue, Dr. Holder leads our efforts to empower those who devote their lives to helping animals.In 2004, Dr. Holder founded one of the largest integrative veterinary hospitals in North America where she pioneered a holistic approach to animal care. Certified in Veterinary Acupuncture, Traditional Chinese Herbal Medicine, Food Therapy, Chinese Tui-Na, Animal Ozone Therapy, and Animal Reiki, Dr. Holder’s hospital provided comprehensive care to a wide variety of animals, including cats, dogs, birds, exotics, and wildlife.After nearly two decades of serving animals and their caregivers, Dr. Holder made the difficult decision to sell her hospital in 2022 to address her own experience with compassion fatigue. In her own personal healing, she immersed herself in studying why compassion fatigue happens, how to prevent it, and ways overcome it. She completed certifications in meditation instruction and compassion fatigue training for healthcare professionals, dedicating herself to helping others navigate the emotional toll of veterinary work.See you on the next one!

Dr. Katie Kangas is well known for empowering pet parents across the globe with actionable knowledge, holistic care and beneficial products, helping pets to be more resilient to disease and live better quality lives.She owns and operates Integrative Veterinary Care, a private practice offering holistic and integrative health care options for dogs and cats. While the practice is physically located in San Diego, California, Dr. Kangas meets with clients via telemedicine across the globe.In addition, she is principal partner of Share Your Bowl, LLC, a business focused on education and Dr. Katie’s Remedies, a new line of truly natural products to enhance the well-being of pets.Her areas of expertise include gut health, dental health, nutrition and functional medicine, with an approach focusing on preventative health and supporting natural healing or wellness through many holistic options in combination with traditional veterinary medicine.She is the author of hundreds of articles published in veterinary journals and pet magazines, a frequent guest on pet focused podcasts and radio shows, as well as an in-demand speaker presenting locally, nationally and internationally.In This Interview:- Feeling like “This isn’t what I signed up for…” Sound familiar?- Feeling stuck in your vet career? You’re not out of options- Even healers need healing- The body keeps the score—and healing starts from within- What do you have to lose by just trying?- Want to start feeling better? Start with what brings you joy- You can’t pour from an empty cupInterview Resources:intvetcare.comshareyourbowl.comFollow: @intvetcare @shareyourbowl @dr.katiekangasVCP Monthly Zoom Call: https://www.veterinarycompassionproject.com/resources/At Veterinary Compassion Project we believe that those who dedicate their lives to caring for animals deserve the same compassion and care they give to others. We are committed to raising awareness about the extreme emotional toll that comes with animal caregiving while providing essential support for your wellbeing. Through our resources, community, and guidance, we aim to empower veterinarians and animal care professionals to thrive both personally and professionally.📍 Visit Us Online: https://www.veterinarycompassionproject.com🔹 VCP Restorative Retreat 2026: https://www.veterinarycompassionproject.com/retreat/ 📞 Join Our Monthly Support Call: https://www.veterinarycompassionproject.com/resources/IG: instagram.com/veterinarycompassionprojectFB: facebook.com/veterinarycompassionproject/YouTube: youtube.com/@veterinarycompassionproject More about Dr. Erin Holder: At the heart of our mission is Dr. Erin Holder, a compassionate healer and esteemed veterinarian dedicated to supporting animal caregivers. With a passion for holistic care and a deep understanding of compassion fatigue, Dr. Holder leads our efforts to empower those who devote their lives to helping animals.In 2004, Dr. Holder founded one of the largest integrative veterinary hospitals in North America where she pioneered a holistic approach to animal care. Certified in Veterinary Acupuncture, Traditional Chinese Herbal Medicine, Food Therapy, Chinese Tui-Na, Animal Ozone Therapy, and Animal Reiki, Dr. Holder’s hospital provided comprehensive care to a wide variety of animals, including cats, dogs, birds, exotics, and wildlife.After nearly two decades of serving animals and their caregivers, Dr. Holder made the difficult decision to sell her hospital in 2022 to address her own experience with compassion fatigue. In her own personal healing, she immersed herself in studying why compassion fatigue happens, how to prevent it, and ways overcome it. She completed certifications in meditation instruction and compassion fatigue training for healthcare professionals, dedicating herself to helping others navigate the emotional toll of veterinary work.See you on the next one!

Dana Croschere is an award-winning producer who found her life’s calling after going through one of the darkest seasons of her life. She endured two failed spine surgeries as she desperately tried to heal from chronic pain, and it led her on a journey of self-healing that forever changed her life.Her most recent film, LOVE HEALS, was created as a result of that journey, and it helped her realize her gift as a Storyteller and Producer. As the film is now helping millions around the world, Dana and her partner Krisanna decided to dedicate their lives to creating films that spread love and hope.Dana spent time over the last 15 years volunteering at various ranches, immersing herself in the transformative world of equine-assisted therapies and witnessing the healing power that was present in these sacred connections with horses. As she navigated her own healing journey, Dana has always felt drawn to creating a film about the healing power of horses, and RESCUED HEARTS is her dream come true.In This Interview:- Rescued Hearts Film- When Science Meets Synchronicity- Moving from Heartbreak to Purpose- Exploring the Power of Heart-Centered Healing- How Rescued Hearts Changed Everything and Why It's the Perfect Fit for the VCP Retreat- How Self-Awareness and Healing Modalities Can Transform Your Life- Addressing the Past to Heal the FutureInterview Resources:LiveWildFilms.comRescuedHeartsFilm.comLoveHealsFilm.comVCP Retreat 2026: https://www.veterinarycompassionproject.com/retreat/At Veterinary Compassion Project we believe that those who dedicate their lives to caring for animals deserve the same compassion and care they give to others. We are committed to raising awareness about the extreme emotional toll that comes with animal caregiving while providing essential support for your wellbeing. Through our resources, community, and guidance, we aim to empower veterinarians and animal care professionals to thrive both personally and professionally.📍 Visit Us Online: https://www.veterinarycompassionproject.com🔹 VCP Restorative Retreat 2026: https://www.veterinarycompassionproject.com/retreat/ 📞 Join Our Monthly Support Call: https://www.veterinarycompassionproject.com/resources/IG: https://www.instagram.com/veterinarycompassionprojectFB: https://www.facebook.com/veterinarycompassionproject/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0zXWwEO6ZDjOQ7YeC8ZYuV?si=Q2jVYLdzSqy_qLROQTOIQwMore about Dr. Erin Holder: At the heart of our mission is Dr. Erin Holder, a compassionate healer and esteemed veterinarian dedicated to supporting animal caregivers. With a passion for holistic care and a deep understanding of compassion fatigue, Dr. Holder leads our efforts to empower those who devote their lives to helping animals.In 2004, Dr. Holder founded one of the largest integrative veterinary hospitals in North America where she pioneered a holistic approach to animal care. Certified in Veterinary Acupuncture, Traditional Chinese Herbal Medicine, Food Therapy, Chinese Tui-Na, Animal Ozone Therapy, and Animal Reiki, Dr. Holder’s hospital provided comprehensive care to a wide variety of animals, including cats, dogs, birds, exotics, and wildlife.After nearly two decades of serving animals and their caregivers, Dr. Holder made the difficult decision to sell her hospital in 2022 to address her own experience with compassion fatigue. In her own personal healing, she immersed herself in studying why compassion fatigue happens, how to prevent it, and ways overcome it. She completed certifications in meditation instruction and compassion fatigue training for healthcare professionals, dedicating herself to helping others navigate the emotional toll of veterinary work.See you on the next one!