A Healthy Push

If you’ve ever felt like your anxiety lives in your stomach, you’re not alone. Digestive issues like nausea, bloating, urgency, cramping, and food sensitivity are incredibly common, and incredibly frustrating, when you're dealing with anxiety and panic. In this episode, I’m sharing my personal experience with years of daily stomach symptoms, constant testing, food fear, and the anxiety spiral that...

Let’s be honest... panic attacks freaking suck! Sometimes, you don’t need a mindset shift or a breathing technique, you just need someone to say, “Yep, this is really hard, and you’re not crazy for feeling this way.” In this episode, I’m keeping it real. I’m sharing some of my most intense, emotional, and yes, even funny panic attack stories to remind you that you’re not alone and you’re definitel...

Avoidance is something we all do, especially when it comes to anxiety, panic, and agoraphobia, but it’s also what keeps us stuck. So I've dedicated an entire conversation to unpacking avoidance: why it happens, how it shows up (even in sneaky ways), and what’s really at the root of it. Because I don't want you to stay stuck! From fear of feeling to perfectionism and a lack of self-trust, I break d...

Ever find yourself caught in a loop of anxious thoughts, panic, or overwhelm? You’re not alone. This used to be me every single day! In this episode, I get real about what it looks like to spiral, and more importantly, how to compassionately support yourself through it. From reframing your thoughts to taking gentle, supportive actions, I share practical tools and encouragement to help you navigate...

So much has been happening behind the scenes, and in this episode, I’m finally sitting down to catch you up! From finalizing my divorce and moving into a new apartment, to changing my name, starting therapy again, and even beginning a new relationship. This season of life has been full of transition, growth, and deep healing. I’m sharing what it’s really looked like to navigate big life changes wh...

What happens when the life you built no longer feels like home, and the decision to leave brings not just grief, but deep anxiety and self-doubt? I’m joined by therapist and mom Stacey Sherrell for a raw, honest conversation about the emotional realities of divorce. We talk about what it really looks like to leave a long-term relationship while parenting, navigating anxiety, and trying to rediscov...

In this powerful and emotional episode, I sit down with Heather, a former Panic to Peace student, to talk about her journey with panic disorder, agoraphobia, and anxiety spans more than 30 years. From her first panic attack at age 14 to becoming housebound and relying on others for even the most basic daily tasks, Heather has lived through the depths of fear and isolation that many people with anx...

In this heartfelt and powerful Q&A episode, I’m joined by Annie—one of my former students and a regular voice on the podcast—to dive into the hardest questions that come up during anxiety recovery. If you've ever wondered, What if I never get better? or felt stuck despite doing all the “right” things, this episode is for you. We talk about the fears, doubts, setbacks, and emotional heaviness t...

In this moving and relatable episode, I sit down with Lauren, a recent graduate of my Panic to Peace program, as she shares her powerful journey through anxiety, panic disorder, and agoraphobia. Lauren opens up about the life events that triggered her struggle—loss, burnout, and avoidance—and how it all came to a head during one hot summer day in Brooklyn. We talk about: The early signs of anxiety...

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...