It’s one thing to use some of the tools that we talk about on this podcast when things feel stable and are going “good enough.” It’s another to apply them when the world feels threatening. Today we’re learning how to have more 'equanimity,' which is what allows us to maintain our composure, presence of mind, and perhaps even wellbeing under challenging circu ... Show More
Apr 20
Breaking the Habit of Overthinking: Rumination, Cognitive Bypassing, and the Insight Trap
Why does knowing we overthink not help us stop? Dr. Rick and Forrest discuss why rumination becomes a self-reinforcing habit, and why insight alone rarely helps. They distinguish between rumination and reflection, and talk about how balancing acceptance and agency can help us go ... Show More
1h 22m
Apr 13
Trauma Therapy: What It’s Really Like with Dr. Jacob Ham and Elizabeth Ferreira
In this very special episode, Dr. Jacob Ham and associate therapist Elizabeth Ferreira join me to discuss their work as trauma therapists. They talk openly about the messy, unglamorous reality of struggle, mistakes, and repair that characterizes trauma work, its nature as both ar ... Show More
1h 16m
Aug 2024
226 | [GUEST] Seeing & Healing Anxiety From a Natural Perspective: Root Causes & Simple, Practical Tools to Support Your Anxiety w/ Naturopathic Dr. Taylor Pagano
Friend, today's episode is a deep dive into anxiety from natural, holistic approach.In today's episode, you'll learn:how a natural approach to anxiety looks different than what we're used tosome possible root causes of anxietypractical anxiety reducing tips for yo ... Show More
47m 4s
May 2025
My 7 Favorite Free Apps to Improve Mental Health
<p>Join Therapy in a Nutshell’s membership and get instant access to all 10 life-changing courses, live weekly Q&As, and a supportive community for just $27/month. Learn how to manage anxiety, process trauma, regulate emotions, and build lasting resilience. Take small, powerf ... Show More
10 m
Dec 2024
250 | 1 Game Changing Phrase For When You're Feeling Anxious: A Psychology Backed Mental Wellness Tool to Quiet Your Inner Critic In Moments of Anxiety & Overwhelm
In today’s episode I’m sharing with you a phrase that is going to change the game with anxiety. I used to get so upset when I felt those anxious thoughts coming in, so not only was I anxious, but now I’m also upset at myself for being anxious.
I’m going to share with you a phra ... Show More
16m 48s
Aug 2024
Practice These Techniques To Relieve Daily Stress
<p>We all know life has been extra stressful lately, so I’ve got some practical tools for you to keep that stress in check. We’ll dive into breathing techniques to calm your mind and body, the power of gratitude to boost your mood, the benefits of nature walks for lowering stress ... Show More
16m 53s