A Healthy Push

I have to say it… There’s lots of terrible anxiety advice on social media and the internet! And it’s often the really bad advice that goes viral and you see get repeated over and over. So in this episode, I dive into some of the tips, tools, and hacks I recommend steering clear of... and you just might be surprised by some of these! Here are some things I cover in this episode: How quick fixes and...

If you've ever wondered if your childhood has impacted your relationship with anxiety now, this episode is for you! Amber Trejo, integrative trauma therapist and coach who specializes in childhood trauma, joins me to chat about childhood trauma. Together, we chat about: What childhood trauma can look like (including more subtle ways it shows up that we often overlook or don't consider to be trauma...

On this episode, I’m joined by Amber, who's the first self-paced Panic to Peace student I've had on the podcast! Her story is nothing short of amazing. She's gone from struggling daily with anxiety and panic, being stuck in her home, to experiencing lots more trust in herself and a whole lot more peace and freedom. Together we talk about... Being a sensitive child and how her early childhood exper...

The healing journey is hard, especially when you've been struggling for months, years, or even a decade or more. You can feel like... What the heck am I doing wrong, or what am I missing?? Nothing is working! Trust me, I get it because I felt this way for years, which is exactly why I created this episode! Let's dive into 5 reasons why you're continuing to struggle with anxiety and panic despite d...

I struggled with driving anxiety for over 10 years! Nearly every time I stepped foot into a car, bus, train, plane, boat, and the list goes on, I experienced anxiety and panic! Fast forward to today... I no longer avoid driving far from home, or on highways, or going on long road trips. Recently, I had the chance to dig into this topic with Annie, and on this episode we share some incredibly pract...

Let’s talk about some common fears that people experience when struggling with anxiety, panic disorder, and agoraphobia. I created this episode because when I was struggling, I remember feeling so completely alone. My hope with this episode is that you walk away feeling a little less isolated, a little less “crazy,” and maybe even with a sense of hope. I’ll be diving into some of the most common f...

Therapy—whether it’s your first time or you're jumping back in—it can feel super daunting. Where do I even start? What should I expect? How do I find a therapist? Is it going to be awkward? What if I don't connect with the therapist? I sat down with Lauren Larkin, a psychotherapist specializing in anxiety, eating disorders, relationship issues and trauma, to talk about all things therapy, and she...

I’m diving into a topic that feels both personal and kinda funny for me to talk about: dating. The funny part? I haven't dated in 14 years! But back when I was in the dating world, I was deeply struggling with panic disorder and agoraphobia, so I feel like I have a few things to say about the struggles—and joys—that come with dating while living with anxiety. I know how hard, uncomfortable, and sc...

Let's explore a form of therapy that teaches you skills so that you can have a healthier relationship with your emotions, healthier relationships, and all around a more fulfilling life! Avery Hall joins me to chat about Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), an evidence-based therapy that combines cognitive behavioral techniques with mindfulness practices. Together, we dive into: What DBT is Why peop...

Annie is back and we're chatting about all things appointments! Doctor's appointments, the dentist, going to the salon... Talk about feeling trapped and stuck, right? Cue anxiety and panic! And one of the worst things... good ole' anticipatory anxiety! So, we dive into it all and answer questions like: I worry about appointments weeks before they even happen. What can I do? How do I not keep repla...

So often I hear from people struggling with anxiety... "I feel like nobody understands what I'm going through." Or, "I feel like nobody knows how to help me, especially when I'm feeling anxious." And I absolutely get it! It definitely can feel tricky to get the support you need when you’re feeling anxious or experiencing a panic attack. And ya know what, supporting someone with anxiety or panic ca...

In this episode, I sat down with Brittany, an inspiring mom from Pennsylvania who shares her story of living with anxiety and how she's working to overcome panic attacks. Brittany joined the Panic to Peace program in January 2024 and has made incredible progress in her journey toward healing! Together, we spoke about: How she went from being so "carefree" and adventurous to experiencing lots of pa...

Let’s talk about depersonalization and derealization, aka DPDR! These are a couple of anxiety symptoms that can feel really uncomfortable, weird, and scary, so in this episode I want to share some insights and practical tips with you that will help to make these symptoms a lot less scary and more manageable to work through! Tune in to hear more about what DPDR is, some truths about disassociation,...

Rachel took my Panic to Peace program back in January of 2024. She struggled for over a decade with feeling unsafe in her own body, being afraid of her thoughts and feelings, and derealization. And when she joined the program, she had just experienced the darkest time in her recovery journey. After lots of dedication, consistent healthy steps, and a commitment to feeling her feelings, she's living...

Since you hit play on this episode, I’m gonna assume it's because you’re struggling with the fear of passing out... Maybe you have actually passed out and you fear it happening again, or you’ve never passed out but you’re really really scared of it happening. Well! This is a fear that I struggled with for years, so you’re in the right place! In this episode, I'm sharing lots of helpful insights, a...

I absolutely love reconnecting with my Panic to Peace students and hearing about all the amazing progress they're making and the incredible lives they're living! On this episode I chatted with Sadie, who took the program in January 2024, and her journey since then has been nothing short of inspiring. Sadie particularly struggled with driving anxiety, but with right tools, hard work, and perseveran...

When you're working to recover from an anxiety disorder, it can be easy to get stuck on the idea of setbacks, how much progress you're making, and the fear of going "backwards". So Annie and I sat down and answered some of your questions on setbacks! Here are some things we chat about... Can you still feel anxious at times while healing? How to best deal with setbacks… I hadn’t had a strong panic...

I finally did something that I've been wanting to do for about a year now... I hiked Mount Washington by myself! Well... sort of! Things didn't go exactly as planned. I ended up feeling sick, anxiety showed up, and I made a decision that I really didn't want to make. Tune in to listen to hear the full story, and to get 8 tips that I'm sharing with you that will make facing hard things a little bit...

Perimenopause can be a tough transition for many women, especially as it often comes with heightened anxiety, but it doesn't have to be! On this episode I'm joined by Claudia Petrilli, Functional Health Coach, Integrative Nutrition Coach, creator of  The Hormone Rescue  program, and host of  Perimenopause Simplified  podcast, to delve into this much-needed conversation. Claudia...

I am so happy to welcome Maria back to the podcast! You might remember Maria from episode #60 where we caught up after she finished my program Panic to Peace. Maria struggled with anxiety, panic disorder, and agoraphobia for 30 years. Fast forward to now and things couldn't look more different - Maria is fully recovered and has found freedom from toilet anxiety! It was such a joy to reconnect with...

We’re doing another personal episode because I have some things that I want to fill you in on and share with you. But don’t worry, I'm gonna talk quite a bit about anxiety in this one! In this episode, I share how important it is not to treat yourself and your recovery like you're fragile. And this oftentimes means doing hard things while feeling anxious and learning to take anxiety with you, whic...

Is it really possible to recover from OCD without exposure therapy...? Yep! On this episode I'm joined by Christina Ennabe, a licensed therapist and coach who helps clients take the power back from Anxiety & OCD. Christina shares her unique journey, offering insights into OCD recovery without relying solely on traditional exposure therapy. Thankfully, there are many approaches and therapy type...

Experiencing panic attacks and want them to stop? This episode is for you! (It's also for you if you aren't experiencing panic because you're doing everything to try to avoid them at all costs and your life feels pretty limited!) Back when I was dealing with panic attacks, I tried everything to make them stop—breathing exercises, grounding practices, distraction techniques, you name it. While thes...

On this episode I am joined by my former student Corrie, who opens up about her incredible journey through anxiety, trauma, and self-discovery. Her story is a powerful reminder of how resilient we can be, even when life throws us some major curveballs. Corrie took my 10-week program Panic to Peace, and has made huge steps to work through excessive worry, fear, panic, trauma, and grief. Together we...

So recently my family hasn’t been able to catch a break from all the sicknesses! My 5-year-old, Amelia, had the worst of it when she caught norovirus, and it was the sickest she’s ever been! This sickness was super hard for her. After spending so much time feeling sick, she developed lots of what-if thoughts that sounded like… -What if I get sick at school? -What if I embarrass myself because I’m...