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Jun 27
When You're Drowning In Distraction Mindfulness Based Therapy Tools Will Help
Tired of trying to think your way out of overthinking?Let me show you what actually works—in less than 30 minutes.Get immediate access to a free class now.Is distraction quietly wrecking your ability to focus, connect, and feel like yourself? In this episode of Take Out Therapy, ... Show More
25m 15s
Oct 2024
Understanding and Overcoming Social Anxiety: Attachment, Exposure, and Confidence
In this episode, Dr. Rick and Forrest explore the all-too-common challenge of social anxiety. They break down what it really means to be socially anxious (hint: it's not just being shy), where those feelings come from, and why they stick around. Rick explains the roots of social ... Show More
1h 27m
Mar 2025
Learn to Love Being Alone
Are you afraid of being alone? What if I told you that solitude could be your greatest superpower? In this episode, I’ll show you how to transform loneliness into a powerful tool for self-growth. You’ll learn how to reframe your mindset, embrace stillness, and finally feel at hom ... Show More
18m 10s
May 5
Making Friends as an Anxious Girlie: Coping With Rejection, Awkwardness, Loneliness & Overthinking
Making friends as an adult is hard enough — and when you add anxiety into the mix? It can feel near impossible. In this honest episode, we unpack the reality of trying to connect with others when you're dealing with overthinking, self-doubt, fear of rejection, and the awkwar ... Show More
29m 51s
Nov 2024
7 Ways to Improve Your Mental Health
Ever feel like life’s weighing you down or that emotions keep piling up? Today, I’m giving you *seven powerful, game-changing tips* to boost your mental health and find balance. From learning how to let go of what’s holding you back to discovering the magic of silence, we’re tack ... Show More
17m 52s
Sep 2024
Social Anxiety, Self-Advocacy, and Too Much Self-Help: September Mailbag
Dr. Rick and Forrest dive into the mailbag, and answer questions from listeners focused on working with anxiety in ourselves and our relationships. They start with a question that’s essential to the podcast as a whole: is it possible to be too preoccupied with personal growth? Ri ... Show More
1h 15m
Dec 2024
How to Stop Making Yourself Depressed and Anxious
Are you tired of letting overthinking and fear run your life? I'll break down the mental traps we all fall into—replaying worst-case scenarios, second-guessing everything, and staying stuck. Learn practical ways to silence the noise, stop hesitating, and make clear, confident dec ... Show More
17m 23s
Jul 2024
If You’re “Too Self-Aware,” Listen to This
Have you ever felt like you knew yourself a little too well? While self-awareness is usually helpful, it can sometimes lead to overwhelm, anxiety, confusion, and self-consciousness. In this episode, Dr. Rick and Forrest explore what we can do if we feel like we’re “too self-aware ... Show More
1h 13m
Dec 2024
Emotional Reset: How to Go from Triggered to Calm
Need to get out of your head and back into your calm, happy state? I’ll walk you through how to go from feeling triggered to feeling centered. Whether it’s anxiety, anger, or just a tough day at work, these self-soothing tools will help you reset your nervous system, express emot ... Show More
16m 54s