Awaken Your Wise Woman

If you’ve ever wondered whether you might be an introvert, this episode of “Woman Worriers” is for you. Annapolis-based therapist Elizabeth Cush talks with Nicole Burgess, LMFT , an empowerment mentor for introverted women, about what it means to be an introvert, how anxiety impacts you if you are introverted, and how introverted women can take care of themselves. Support the show I hope you enjoy...

If dieting leaves you discouraged—maybe even a little depressed—this episode of Woman Worriers will give you hope. Host Elizabeth Cush talks with Jenna Hollenstein , a nutrition therapist, about the damage that the “diet culture” has done and how mindful eating can help us get in touch with the wisdom of our bodies. Support the show I hope you enjoyed the show! You can also follow me here: Instagr...

In the midst of the holiday season — and all the activities and emotions that entails — give yourself the gift of being in the present moment. Elizabeth Cush , host of Woman Worriers , offers a mindfulness exercise to help you feel more grounded. Support the show I hope you enjoyed the show! You can also follow me here: Instagram YouTube Facebook

The holidays are upon us — and for many they bring anxiety or sadness. Even if you love the holidays, you can feel overwhelmed. Elizabeth Cush , ctrator host of Woman Worriers , offers tips for taking care of yourself during this often stressful season. Support the show I hope you enjoyed the show! You can also follow me here: Instagram YouTube Facebook

Many women struggle emotionally after the birth of a child. In this episode of Woman Worriers , host Elizabeth Cush interviews Kat Kaeni , a psychologist from Claremont, Calif., who specializes in maternal mental health, about postpartum mood disorders and how to get help for the anxiety or depression. Support the show I hope you enjoyed the show! You can also follow me here: Instagram YouTube Fac...

Women aren’t the only worriers. In this episode of Woman Worriers , host Elizabeth Cush interviews Dr. Ellis Edmunds , a clinical psychologist who often treats men with anxiety, about how practicing mindfulness can help you enrich and grow your relationships. Support the show I hope you enjoyed the show! You can also follow me here: Instagram YouTube Facebook

In times of stress, how great would it be to retreat to a place where you feel where you feel calm? Elizabeth Cush , host of Woman Worriers , offers a guided imagery meditation to help you create that safe space to ease anxiety. Support the show I hope you enjoyed the show! You can also follow me here: Instagram YouTube Facebook

Will life really be harder for men after #MeToo? In this episode of “ Woman Worriers ,” Annapolis-based therapist Elizabeth Cush talks with Robert Cox , of Life Recovery Consulting , about how the white patriarchal response to women’s accusations of abuse and sexual assault is impacting survivors and victims — and what needs to change. Support the show I hope you enjoyed the show! You can also fol...

According to the National Domestic Violence Hotline, intimate partner violence affects more than 12 million people in the United States every year. In recognition of October as National Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Woman Worriers host Elizabeth Cush interviews Rae Leonard, of Anne Arundel Medical Center’s Abuse and Domestic Violence Program, about resources for victims of domestic abuse. Sup...

Recent headlines have raised many questions about sexual assault reporting. In this episode of the Woman Worriers podcast, host Elizabeth Cush explores why more women don’t come forward immediately — if at all — when they are sexually assaulted. Support the show I hope you enjoyed the show! You can also follow me here: Instagram YouTube Facebook

Sometimes motherhood can feel overwhelming. In this episode of Woman Worriers , host Elizabeth Cush interviews Elizabeth Bonet , a clinical psychologist who specializes in anxiety and perinatal mood disorders, about new moms, anxiety and depression — and how hypnosis can help. Support the show I hope you enjoyed the show! You can also follow me here: Instagram YouTube Facebook

Have you been trying to conquer your fear and anxiety? Maybe it’s time to stop. In this episode of Woman Worriers , creator and host Elizabeth Cush interviews Kristen Ulmer , a former extreme skier who is now a master facilitator, fear specialist and author of The Art of Fear: Why Conquering Fear Won’t Work and What to Do Instead . Support the show I hope you enjoyed the show! You can also follow...

If you’re always in tune with the vibe around you, and often overwhelmed by it, your brain may be wired differently. In this episode of Woman Worriers , host Elizabeth Cush interviews April Snow , a psychotherapist, about what it’s like to be a highly sensitive person (HSP) and how HSPs can manage the anxiety and overwhelm that come hand in hand with the trait. Support the show I hope you enjoyed...

If you’ve ever wondered how those other mothers seem to keep it all together, this week’s episode of the Woman Worriers podcast is for you. Host Elizabeth Cush interviews Mercedes Samudio, LCSW , a parent coach and author of Shame-proof Parenting: Find your unique parenting voice, feel empowered, and raise whole, healthy children. Support the show I hope you enjoyed the show! You can also follow m...

Relationship skills don’t always come naturally. In this episode of Woman Worriers , host Elizabeth Cush interviews Rebecca Wong , LCSW, a relationship therapist, about relationships, intimacy, anxiety, building healthy boundaries, communicating effectively, bringing mindfulness into the moment and more. Support the show I hope you enjoyed the show! You can also follow me here: Instagram YouTube F...

Can mindfulness make a difference in your life? In this episode of Woman Worriers , host Elizabeth Cush interviews author and mindfulness leadership coach Laurie J. Cameron about her new book, The Mindful Day: Practical Ways to Find Focus, Calm, and Joy from Morning to Evening. Support the show I hope you enjoyed the show! You can also follow me here: Instagram YouTube Facebook

If you’re never quite living up to your partner’s expectations, it’s a problem — and the problem isn’t you. In this episode of Woman Worriers , host Elizabeth Cush and her guest, relationship coach Lindsey Ellison , talk about women in relationships with narcissists. Support the show I hope you enjoyed the show! You can also follow me here: Instagram YouTube Facebook

Sooner or later, you’re going to hit your anxiety head on. In this episode of the Woman Worriers podcast, host Elizabeth Cush shares her personal experience with managing anxiety in a triggering situation. Support the show I hope you enjoyed the show! You can also follow me here: Instagram YouTube Facebook

What happens when someone’s sexual behavior becomes a problem? In this episode of Woman Worriers , creator and host Elizabeth Cush and her guest, Jennifer Weeks, PhD , talk about sex addiction and its impacts on the individual and the primary partner. Support the show I hope you enjoyed the show! You can also follow me here: Instagram YouTube Facebook

Does anxiety affect sexual relationships? In this episode of Woman Worriers , host Elizabeth Cush and her guest, Nazanin Moali, PhD, talk about the different ways that anxiety might shape your sex life. Support the show I hope you enjoyed the show! You can also follow me here: Instagram YouTube Facebook

Could lavender or other essential oils help calm your anxiety? In this episode of Woman Worriers , creator and host Elizabeth Cush and her guest, Deb Del Vecchio-Scully, LPC , talk about mindful breathing, brain chemistry and a unique way to feel better fast. Support the show I hope you enjoyed the show! You can also follow me here: Instagram YouTube Facebook

Always focusing on others can add to your anxiety. In this episode of Woman Worriers , host Elizabeth Cush and her guest, Sharon Martin , LCSW, talk about the relationship between codependence, people-pleasing, perfectionism and anxiety. Support the show I hope you enjoyed the show! You can also follow me here: Instagram YouTube Facebook

You’ve probably heard about mindful meditation — and the positive impact it can have on your physical and mental health. Elizabeth Cush , creator and host of Woman Worriers , takes the mystery out of mindfulness and offers an easy “how-to” on mindful meditation. Support the show I hope you enjoyed the show! You can also follow me here: Instagram YouTube Facebook

Lack of money… Guilt over family left behind… The stigma of seeking counseling… Latina women, particularly immigrants, face many fears. In this episode of Woman Worriers , creator host Elizabeth Cush and her guest, Adriana Alejandre , MA, LMFT, talk about anxiety and women of color. Support the show I hope you enjoyed the show! You can also follow me here: Instagram YouTube Facebook

Anxiety doesn’t have to be the enemy. In this episode of Woman Worriers , creator and host Elizabeth Cush and her guest, Allison Puryear, LCSWC, CEDS , share unique perspectives on anxiety, therapy, work and life. Support the show I hope you enjoyed the show! You can also follow me here: Instagram YouTube Facebook