A Healthy Push

In this episode, I’m joined by Nicole Mendizabal to talk about something so many of us struggle with—creating schedules that actually work for us instead of pushing us toward burnout. If you have ADHD, anxiety, or just tend to overload your days, this conversation is a must-listen. We talk about: How to check in with yourself and assess your daily capacity Building schedules that match your natura...

In this honest and empowering episode, I dive deep into a tough but transformative topic: how you might be unintentionally playing a role in your own suffering when it comes to anxiety, panic disorder, and agoraphobia. I share my personal experiences, including how I used to blame everything outside of myself—until I realized that real healing required taking ownership of my thoughts, behaviors, a...

Have you ever wondered why talk therapy alone sometimes isn’t enough to heal trauma? In this episode, Britt Piper joins me to dive into the transformative power of somatic healing and why starting with the body can be the key to lasting recovery. Britt shares what a body-first approach really looks like, why our nervous system holds onto trauma, and how healing happens through experience—not just...

In this episode, I sit down with Tessa, a former Panic to Peace student, to talk about her journey through anxiety, panic disorder, and agoraphobia—and how she’s finding true, lasting healing by slowing down and reconnecting with herself. For years, Tessa managed her anxiety by controlling everything around her. But when those strategies began to break down, she realized she needed a new path—one...

Health anxiety can feel overwhelming; constantly scanning your body for symptoms, seeking reassurance from doctors and loved ones, and endlessly researching online. In this episode of A Healthy Push , I sat down with licensed therapist, Dr. Britney Chesworth, to talk about what really fuels health anxiety, the harmful cycles it creates, and how you can start breaking free! WANNA SAY GOODBYE TO ANX...

Thinking about trying medication or going back on it? This episode is for you! While I can't tell you what to do, my goal is to help you make the healthiest decision for YOU. I share my honest thoughts on medication, how it can be helpful, how to navigate mental blocks around taking it, what NOT to do when considering medication, and what to do if medication hasn’t worked for you. Remember, I’m no...

Are you constantly trying to “fix” yourself in order to feel less anxious? What if the key to healing isn’t about fixing anything—but about accepting who you are right now? In this week’s episode of A Healthy Push, I’m joined by licensed therapist turned coach, Mollie Birney, and we’re diving deep into the powerful role self-acceptance plays in anxiety recovery. We talk about why embracing your cu...

As you probably already know, I struggled with anxiety, panic disorder, and agoraphobia for 15 years. And my recovery was… rough, really rough! There was so much I didn’t know, so much I tried, and I attempted to do it all alone. So, in this episode, I wanna share with you what I’d do if I had to overcome anxiety again - because I would definitely do things differently! If you apply these things I...

If you're someone who struggles with saying no, constantly seeks approval, or feels overwhelmed trying to keep everyone happy—this episode is for you! In this episode, I sit down with Nicole Mendizabal, a licensed therapist specializing in people pleasing and anxiety. I was so excited to discuss this topic with Nicole, as she provided expert insight on this layered subject! Together we d...

Agoraphobia is one of the most misunderstood anxiety disorders—and if you’re struggling with it, you’ve probably asked yourself more than once: Will I ever feel normal again? Can this actually get better? In this episode, I’m breaking down exactly what agoraphobia is (and what it isn’t ), how it develops, and most importantly, whether or not it can be cured. Whether you’re just starting to underst...

Do you call yourself an "overthinker?" If you do (or have), this will be a really helpful conversation for you to tune into! I sat down with Elizabeth, a trauma and anxiety therapist who specializes in helping anxious overthinkers find quiet confidence. We dove deep into the world of overthinking. We chat about: Why Do We Overthink? How to Tell the Difference Between Productive Thinking and Overth...

On this week’s episode of a Healthy Push podcast, I was joined by someone most of you may be familiar with at this point, Annie!  Annie is a former Panic to Peace student turned friend, and I was so happy to have her back for another episode. Together, we go through some questions sent in by you, while offering brief, helpful insights along the way. Here are some questions we discuss: How do...

Zoe took my Panic to Peace program in January of 2023, and since then she's come a LONG way! I'm so excited for you to hear her story and for you to get some wisdom from someone who has been where you might be right now. Together Zoe and I discussed: being diagnosed with GAD, OCD, and panic disorder her first panic attack (in IKEA!) and developing a fear of throwing up when she sought help how an...

If you’ve been following me (especially on social) for a good amount of time now, you probably already know that I’m an adventurous person. I love to hike, ski, travel, and try and new and exciting things, but I always did this stuff with other people. A couple of years ago I felt a strong desire to do more things on my own, and although it's been hard and uncomfy, I've learned a lot along the way...

You know what's not talked about enough? The unique challenges men face when seeking therapy! In this episode, I sat down with Dr. Audra Horney, a licensed therapist who specializes in Men's Mental Health. Audra works with adult men who are seeking therapy for the first time, or courageously returning to therapy after past negative experiences. Here are some things we cover in the episode: Pushbac...

Feel like you've tried everything but you're still struggling with panic attacks? Trust me, I get it! I also tried everything and anything for years, and I consistently found myself feeling super frustrated because I was continuing to struggle despite trying really hard to heal. These 5 things that I’m going to share with you are things I wish someone would have told me back when I was struggling...

If you've ever wondered... Is the dizziness I'm experiencing "just" anxiety, or is something else going on? This episode is for you! In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Madison Oak, a vestibular physical therapist who specializes in dizziness and vertigo. And it was an incredibly interesting and insightful conversation that I hope you'll find helpful! Here are some things we cover in this episode...

Ever worry that anxiety is going to make you go crazy? Do you worry about losing your mind, or having to be admitted into an inpatient unit? If you struggle with this fear - you're not alone or weird. This fear is VERY common! And it's one I struggled with immensely when I was struggling with panic disorder and agoraphobia. So, in this episode, I'm diving into: Why these feelings/this fear is expe...

On this weeks episode, I welcome back Annie, a former Panic to Peace student turned lifelong friend! We catch up on everything that's been going on in Annie's life, as well as her relationship with anxiety, panic and agoraphobia. Here are some things we cover in this episode: Annie's history with anxiety, panic disorder and agoraphobia How she managed a recent major life change (moving from CA to...

Let's talk about one of my favorite parts of A Healthy Push, and something that is especially personal to me: Panic to Peace! Over the past 3 years, my 10-week Panic to Peace program has helped hundreds of people overcome their anxious thoughts, symptoms, panic attacks, and fears. Ultimately, allowing them to achieve long-term healing, and experience more joy, peace and freedom.  Here are som...

In this episode, I'm joined by Claire, a licensed therapist and former Panic to Peace student! We go through Claire's journey with anxiety and panic disorder, and how she has managed to navigate all of it! Here are some things we cover in this episode: Claire's history with anxiety and panic disorder What has and hasn't worked for her in dealing with panic (spoiler alert - exposure therapy DIDN'T...

2024 has undoubtedly been the most challenging year of my life. But, even amongst all of the challenges, I still kept up with everything in my business... This podcast, social media, teaching hundreds of students in my courses and in my Panic to Peace program, and sending my weekly newsletters. Going into 2025, I'm continuing to deliver you all of these things, plus a brand new anxiety recovery co...

This is an episode that I never thought I’d be recording… You might already be aware that I’ve been struggling quite a bit this year, and I haven’t really shared specifics, but I’m sure you may have already come to some conclusions of your own. And honestly, I don’t really feel ready to talk about what I’ve been going through, but the reality is that I don’t feel that I’m ever going to be ready to...

Jessica's story is a little different than what you typically hear on the podcast... She never struggled with anxiety until she had a random panic attack in a mall in 2023. After experiencing one panic attack, it quickly led to her restricting, limiting, and avoiding - especially driving. And like many, she desperately sought out a solution to make the panic attacks stop. She joined Panic to Peace...

In this episode, I'm diving into a topic that might surprise you—it’s a little different from what we typically discuss... I’m sharing 4 things I mostly stay away from to ease anxiety . While these aren’t quick fixes or magic solutions (because you know I don’t believe in those), they’re part of creating a healthier relationship with yourself and anxiety. Here are some things I cover in this episo...