What happens when your dream couch won’t fit through the door? You call the Couch Doctors.

In this episode of Home Therapy, Anita sits down with Danielle Blundell, Editorial Director of Apartment Therapy, to unpack the realities of home design — from light bulbs that change your mood to the power of color-drenched spaces. Danielle shares her creative journey, her new vintage-meets-modern home, and why design should be joyful, not intimidating.

KEY MOMENTS
00:00 Introduction to Design and Fun
00:27 Welcome Danielle: A Year in Review
00:53 Overwhelmed at K Biz: A Designer's Experience
02:08 Judging Design Bites: The Toilet Winner
04:03 Color Trends and Personalization
06:22 Danielle's Design Journey
12:46 Apartment Therapy: Mission and Inspiration
16:01 Danielle's Home Projects and Challenges
20:24 Balancing Budget and Aesthetics
22:51 Excitement for Yard and Garage Sales
23:04 The Debate on Recessed Lighting
26:31 The Impact of Natural Light
28:56 Exploring the Use of Color in Design
35:18 Personal Relaxation and Home Therapy
37:46 Innovative Home Design Ideas
43:38 Concluding Thoughts and Future Plans

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In this episode, we explore the emotional side of spring cleaning — because clearing your space is about more than just organizing. It’s about creating clarity, releasing old energy, and making room for growth. Discover how intentional design and mindful decluttering can transform your home into a sanctuary for well-being and personal renewal. Let’s bring new energy into your home and life this season. 🌿

KEY MOMENTS
00:00 Introduction to Emotional Spring Cleaning
00:44 Understanding Emotional Clutter
02:18 The Holding Box Method
02:58 Client Story: Letting Go of Family Heirlooms
05:18 Creating Space for New Energy
07:44 The Pruning Analogy
08:44 Spring Cleaning Challenge
09:55 Building Your Emotional Muscle
10:39 Conclusion and Community Call

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Welcome back to Home Therapy with Anita Yokota

Spring may be coming to a close, but it’s not too late to invite a little freshness and intention into your home. In today’s solo session, I’m sharing thoughtful, sustainable ways to wrap up the season and make room—physically and emotionally—for the one ahead.

KEY MOMENTS

00:00 Introduction to Sustainable Living

00:50 Aromatherapy for Anxiety Relief

02:27 Welcome to Home Therapy

03:26 Spring Cleaning and Decluttering

06:11 Color Coding for Seasonal Organization

07:18 Refreshing Your Space for Spring

10:38 Natural Elements and Light

17:40 Concluding Thoughts and Community Building

What You’ll Learn:

• How to embrace late spring’s energy without a full decor overhaul
• Mindful decluttering and storage shifts for a smoother summer transition
• Using light, scent, and nature as therapeutic tools
• Why tiny home changes can create big emotional shifts

Whether you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or just in need of a gentle reset—this episode is your reminder that your space can still support your peace.

What’s one thing you’re doing to say goodbye to spring and welcome in summer? Let me know in the comments

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