Navigating Grief & Sobriety Through Faith: LeighAnn Ricci at The Well House

Hosts Shaba and Kate of Two Talking Fools sit down with LeighAnn Ricci, RN and board-certified holistic coach, for a deeply honest and faith-centered conversation recorded at The Well House, a growing Christian wellness center located in Somers, Connecticut. Learn more about The Well House at: thewellhousect.com In this episode, LeighAnn opens up about her powerful journey from years in women’s health nursing to creating Crosswind Collaborative, her faith-based coaching practice designed to help women heal from burnout, grief, self-doubt, and emotional overwhelm. She explains how God redirected her path, how holistic coaching differs from traditional therapy, and why combining faith, evidence-based tools, and community has created lasting transformation for the women she serves. LeighAnn also shares her story of sobriety and the personal grief that shaped her calling. She talks about finding identity in Christ, rebuilding resilience after seasons of struggle, and the freedom that comes when faith becomes the foundation for emotional and spiritual wellness. The conversation also explores the vision behind The Well House—what it is, why it’s needed, and how it’s becoming a sanctuary for coaching, events, workshops, and Christ-centered support. Listeners will also hear how to connect with LeighAnn, explore her coaching resources, and learn more about upcoming programs through Crosswind Collaborative and The Well House. Website for The Well House: thewellhousect.com