Treatments for anxiety can take many forms. Some mediate, others exercise, and some like to hear from experts or others dealing with the same struggles they have. Whether from certified therapists, life coaches, or everyday people, these podcasts on anxiety are worth listening to.
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1. The Anxiety Guy
Dennis Simsek has been there when it comes to anxiety. A former tennis player, he suffered from chronic anxiety that nearly had him suicidal. Now he works as a cognitive behavioral therapy-trained life coach and podcast host to help you manage your anxiety so you don’t suffer the way he did. “I took a new action-based coaching approach to anxiety and my life began to change fast,” he writes on his website.
The Anxiety Guy Podcast is about how to tackle your anxiety with stress management tips and discussions about anxiety to help you live your best life. One reviewer describes it as: “I’ve tried several things, this is working. It’s not the traditional style of anxiety relief that I’ve been medicated before, but it’s so simple and utilizes your brain to work against the anxiety.”
Listen on Apple Podcasts.
2. The Overwhelmed Brain
Paul Colaianni is another behavioral and relationship coach who suffered from depression and anxiety after a long-term relationship breakup. He’s pretty open about his relationship issues – he would later go on to date, marry, and divorce another woman sometime later. But his commitment to becoming a better person inspired him to start his podcast of healing and self-growth.
“Our divorce was the wake-up call I needed to kick my butt into gear and accept that I was the common denominator for all of the relationship failures in my life. It was the first time I took full responsibility for my results and stopped blaming the people I loved,” he writes.
Listeners appreciate his advice. “Listening to this Podcasts provides practical advice, tools with which to help yourself and support to help you value YOU,” one listen reviewed.
Listen on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.
3. The Anxiety Coaches
Like many hosts listed here, Gina Ryan knows anxiety because she’s lived it. She suffered from anxiety for 20 years before finding what worked for her. Now she’s sharing her knowledge of dealing with anxiety in her podcast. As a mindfulness coach and nutritionist, she shares lifestyle tips to help you deal with your anxiety and live a panic-free life.
“If you’re at the beginning of a journey through these issues then this is a wonderful place to start learning and finding a sense of hope,” one listener reviews. “And if like me you’re already partway through its a wonderful resource to tap into for support and clarity on different issues and areas to address.”
Listen on Apple Podcasts.
4. Calmer You
Do Sunday nights, and the looming work week ahead of you, terrify you? Do you often second guess yourself, especially in your work? Do you struggle with having a good work/life balance? If so, then hypnotherapist Chloe Brotheridge wants to help. She designed her podcast to specifically tackle common work stresses and anxieties to help you feel more confident in yourself and take pride in your work.
It seems to work; listeners appreciate her informative and constructive episodes. “She covers such a range of relevant topics and issues, and she has really interesting guest speakers on the podcast. Not only that but Chloe has experienced mental health issues herself so approaches these topics with kindness and understanding,” one listener writes.
Listen on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.
5. The Anxiety Slayer
We mentioned this podcast in our mental health podcast roundup, so we’ll keep it short, but this award-winning podcast is full of expert discussions, guided meditations, and breathing techniques to help you slay the beast that is anxiety.
Listen on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and TuneIn.
6. Selfie
A blogger and psychotherapist team up for this self-care-themed podcast. Episodes discuss getting enough sleep, eating right, and why self-care is so difficult for some. Anxiety and stress can come from a lack of taking time for yourself, but if you struggle with the concept, this podcast is for you.
One listener appreciates the hosts’ differing lifestyles and approaches to self-care. “Kristen and Roo are a great pair for this. I appreciate the age difference and the differences in life experiences… It feels more like I’m sitting in a living room or at a bar with them and being a part of a conversation.”
Listen on Apple Podcasts and Google Podcasts.
7. Rebel Buddhist
Ana Verzone is a life coach, former nurse, and midwife. She has a nurse’s doctorate where she specialized in stress and anxiety management. Her Rebel Buddhist podcast is for anyone who wants to live their fullest life without anxiety or fear.
Verzone says, “Being a rebel here is a good thing. It means you’re real. Authentic. Wanting to experience everything this crazy miracle of life has to offer. Willing to make mistakes. Willing to question everything. Willing to go against what everyone else thinks is the ‘right’ way.”
Listen on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and Spotify.
8. Being Well
This mental health podcast takes Dr. Rick Hanson’s 35 years of clinical psychology experience and helps you apply it to your daily life. He explores the practical science behind lasting mental health to help you overcome your challenges.
“I’m so happy I found this podcast,” one listener says. “It offers such unique and helpful perspectives on self-love and growth. It’s become a part of my weekly podcast routine now, and I’m really grateful for it.”
Listen on iTunes, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and Stitcher
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9. Your Anxiety Toolkit
Kimberley Quinlan, LMFT, has put together real-life tools you can use to manage your anxiety, deal with stress, and more. Quinlan has experience in cognitive behavioral therapy for anxiety disorders, eating disorders, and depression. Her podcast has tips and tools she uses with her clients, like dealing with intrusive thoughts or taking a moment for mindfulness.
Listeners love her real-life tips and compassionate tone. “This podcast has given me so many tools to go alongside what I am learning in therapy,” one listener says. “Kimberley is so gentle and affirming with her words and I know I am healthier because of it!!”
Listen on Apple Podcasts.
10. Not Another Anxiety Show
This podcast from health and wellness coach Kelli Walker is another one we shared in our mental health podcast round-up, but it’s worth mentioning again. Learn how to manage your anxiety, get out of panic spirals, and hear from anxiety experts.
Listen on Apple Podcasts.
11. The Panic Pod
Psychotherapist Joshua Fletcher created this podcast specifically for those who suffer from panic attacks, social anxiety, and stress-related anxiety. Each episode offers tips and chats with anxiety experts as well as discusses the psychology of anxiety.
Listeners like Fletcher’s warm and scientific approach. “This podcast is a refreshing take on what is actually at play in our bodies during anxiety. Josh and Ella touch on things we are all feeling but haven’t put into words and help us with anxiety feel like we have some control over our circumstances. It is wonderful to hear about anxiety from those who truly get what it’s like to have it!”
Listen on Apple Podcasts And Spotify.
12. The SelfWork Podcast
If you’re looking for an all-around approach to your mental health, including anxiety, then Dr. Margaret Rutherfod’s podcast can help. A psychologist for 25 years, she offers compassionate, common sense directions to help you work on healing from your mental health issues. Whether you’re looking for a therapy alternative for pricing or other lifestyle reasons, or want something to use alongside a therapist, the SelfWork Podcast is a great place to start.
Listen on Apple Podcasts.
13. Meditation Minis
Need a quiet moment? Struggle with quieting that inner anxiety voice, but feel intimidated by the idea of meditating for 30 minutes? Meditating can be a great treatment for anxiety, but it’s a struggle for many to quiet their minds long enough to feel its benefits, especially for beginners. Meditation Minis’ episodes are about 10-20 minutes and provide guided support for specific issues, including dealing with anxiety.
Listen on Apple Podcasts.
14. Anxious in Austin
Two Austin, Texas psychologists team up for this therapist-approved podcast from the Austin Anxiety Treatment Center. They discuss anxiety treatments and promote a better understanding of anxiety disorders. If you’re new to anxiety disorders and want to learn more information from the experts, this is the one to listen to.
Find it on Apple Podcasts.
15. The Calmer You
The podcast host, Chloe, says she has struggled with anxiety and self-doubt for as long as she can remember. She has a history of panic attacks, social anxiety, low self-confidence, and imposter syndrome. Ten years ago, she began her mission to heal, during which she became a hypnotherapist and anxiety coach.
Additionally, Chloe has been published in The Guardian, Daily Mail, Stylist, Marie Claire online, and Cosmopolitan. The Calmer You is all about helping listeners quiet the voice of their inner critic and create a fulfilling life filled with confidence and peace of mind.
16. The One You Feed
The One You Feed starts each episode with the well-known parable about there being two wolves in all of us – a good wolf that represents kindness, bravery, and love, and a bad wolf that represents greed, hatred, and fear. According to the story, the wolf that wins is the one you feed. Host Eric Zimmer, behavior coach and certified interfaith spiritual director, interviews experts in order to gain a better understanding of how the mind works.
The tagline is “Practical wisdom for a better life.” More specifically, The One You Feed delves into topics like anxiety and depression, addiction and recovery, habits and behavior change, and meditation and mindfulness.
17. Oprah’s Super Soul Conversations
In this podcast, Oprah personally selects interviewees who are thought-leaders, best-selling authors, spiritual leaders, wellness coaches, and health experts. While Super Soul Conversations doesn’t focus solely on anxiety, it covers a wide range of topics that are helpful to anyone with an anxious, worried mind. The goal here is to give listeners a place to be curious about the deeper meaning of the world, guiding them with questions and curated conversations.
18. The Mental Illness Happy Hour
This long-time podcast is hosted by comedian Paul Gilmartin who says, “I’m not a therapist; I’m a clown.” It digs into topics like mental illness, trauma, addiction, negative thinking, and anxiety in general. Gilmartin brings on other comedians, artists, and medical providers. While the topics and content is serious, the podcast is infused with levity and humor that makes it an enjoyable listen.
19. The Anxious Achiever
Harvard Business Review produces The Anxious Achiever, now in its fifth season, as a place for those folks with high-functioning anxiety. It is a collection of candid stories from leaders in business, technology, and entertainment about their struggles with anxiety. The primary theme of The Anxious Achiever is transformation, not just of yourself, but of your workplace.
Host Morra Aarons-Mele is the founder of Women Online and author of Hiding in the Bathroom. She takes the lead in every episode, digging into specific topics related to anxiety in the workplace. In many episodes, it explores why mental health remains such a taboo topic at work.
When to See a Therapist About Anxiety
Anxiety can be debilitating if not properly dealt with. If you’re ready to find a therapist trained in anxiety-reducing techniques, a good place to start is an online directory. They can help you manage your anxiety, deescalate panic moments, and give you the tools you need to live with your anxiety.
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