Anxiety Specialists

By Anxiety Specialists

Anxiety is an emotion that is easily explained but not easy to control. It is something most of us will experience at some point in our lives and, without the right process, it may be very difficult t... more

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How many episodes does Anxiety Specialists have?

The podcast currently has 57 episodes available.

Anxiety Specialists episodes:

February 12, 2026 56 Why Most Social Anxiety Exposure Therapy Actually Makes Things Worse
If you've tried exposure therapy for social anxiety and felt like you were just torturing yourself without improvement, this video is for you.

In this video, I cover:
- Why most exposure hierarchies fail for social anxiety
- The 3 critical elements that make exposure actually work
- How to build a belief-targeted exposure ladder (not just situation-based)
- Why your amygdala needs experiences, not logic
- Step-by-step process to create your personalised ladder

I'm an Anxiety Specialist who's spent 12 years helping people overcome social anxiety across almost 10,000 in-person sessions. Research shows exposure therapy has a tremendously high success rate when done properly – but most people do it wrong and end up more discouraged.

The difference? Testing your brain's catastrophic predictions instead of just "getting comfortable" with situations. I'll show you exactly how.

TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 - Introduction: Why exposure therapy often fails
0:45 - The stats on social anxiety
1:30 - Why standard exposure ladders don't work
3:15 - Your amygdala's processing power (and why logic doesn't work)
4:30 - Element 1: Identity-based progression
7:00 - Element 2: Dropping safety behaviours
9:00 - Element 3: Reversing the catastrophe
10:30 - Step-by-step: Building your own ladder
14:00 - Common mistakes to avoid
16:00 - Wrap-up and next steps

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🔗 LINKS:
Social Anxiety Help: https://www.anxiety-specialists.com/social-anxiety
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15min
February 05, 2026 55 Why Does Social Anxiety Make You Think Everyone's Judging You?
Do you think everyone's judging you in social situations? Your brain is treating social rejection like a life-or-death threat - but most people are too focused on themselves to be watching you.

In this episode, I cover:
- Why your amygdala treats social judgment like physical danger
- The spotlight effect and why you feel like everyone's watching
- Three maintaining factors: hypervigilance, intensive self-focus, and post-event processing
- How I help clients overcome social anxiety through exposure therapy
- Real client example: Emma who couldn't eat in public

In my 12 years running Anxiety Specialists, I've seen people for almost 10,000 face-to-face sessions. Social anxiety is one of the most common - and most treatable - conditions I work with. Most clients see significant improvement within 8-14 sessions.

TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 - Introduction: Why you think everyone's judging you
1:30 - What happens in your brain during social anxiety
3:15 - The spotlight effect explained
4:45 - Three maintaining factors of social anxiety
7:30 - How I help clients overcome judgment fears
10:15 - Summary and next steps

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🔗 LINKS:
Social Anxiety Help: https://www.anxiety-specialists.com/social-anxiety
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14min
March 28, 202354 How to stick to a diet (the C's of seeing it through)
Welcome to our latest episode! Are you finding it challenging to stick to a new diet and stay committed? It's not uncommon to struggle with sticking to a diet plan, and it takes more than just dedication and discipline to succeed.
In this episode, we'll be exploring how you can start a diet and stick to it. We'll discuss the advantages of healthy living and how it can naturally push us towards learning how to stick to a diet. The plan is not to deprive yourself but to feel fulfilled and even luxurious in your food choices.

Episode Highlights:
How can creating convenience push us to stick to a healthy diet?

Where can knowing the core of our cravings help us learn more about our body?

When and how can we apply healthier options in our diets?

Why can cheating sometimes become an obsession?

What contributions can the culinary community make toward a healthy lifestyle?

We hope this episode will provide you with valuable insights and useful tips to help you stay committed to your diet plan. So tune in and let's explore together!

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➡️ Want to turn your anxiety into a superpower? Learn how here: https://www.anxiety-specialists.net/optin-page
➡️ Want to learn how you can live an anxiety-free life? Check out this epic guide.: https://bit.ly/anxiety-specialists-arg
➡️ Watch the latest episode of Anxiety Specialists and subscribe to our YouTube channel here: https://bit.ly/anxiety-specialists-yt
➡️ Follow Anxiety Specialists on Instagram; we’d love to connect with you: https://bit.ly/anxiety-specialists-ig
➡️ To learn more about how you can deal with your anxiety, visit our website: https://bit.ly/anxiety-specialists-aaa
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10min
March 20, 202353 How to SAVE money on FOOD (Top 7 Tips)
Welcome to this episode! Do you ever feel overwhelmed with calculating your weekly or monthly budgets, especially when it comes to food expenses? Eating healthier often comes with a higher price tag, which can make it difficult to stick to a budget. But fear not, there are many different approaches to save money on food without sacrificing the health benefits.
In this episode, we'll be sharing the top 7 tips to save money on food. We'll explore tactics to make the most out of our planned budget for our diet, and discuss clever ways to save money on food without compromising on nutritional value.

Episode Highlights:
What are some foods that can be grown at home to save money?

When is it best to buy in bulk, and how do we determine the right quantity?

How can starting from scratch and using leftover ingredients help us save money?

What are some ways to use bones in cooking for added nutrition and flavor?

And why can being an occasional vegetarian be helpful in saving money on food?

We hope that this episode will provide you with useful insights and practical tips to save money on your food expenses while still maintaining a healthy diet. So tune in, and let's explore these approaches together!

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➡️ Want to turn your anxiety into a superpower? Learn how here: https://www.anxiety-specialists.net/optin-page
➡️ Want to learn how you can live an anxiety-free life? Check out this epic guide: https://bit.ly/anxiety-specialists-arg
➡️ Watch the latest episode of Anxiety Specialists and subscribe to our YouTube channel here: https://bit.ly/anxiety-specialists-yt
➡️ Follow Anxiety Specialists on Instagram; we’d love to connect with you: https://bit.ly/anxiety-specialists-ig
➡️ To learn more about how you can deal with your anxiety, visit our website: https://bit.ly/anxiety-specialists-aaa
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10min
March 14, 202352 How to GET STARTED on a HEALTHY DIET (Top 8 Tips)
Hello and welcome to this episode! As we go through our daily lives, it's important to ask ourselves: do we ever plan to start eating more healthily? After all, food is one of our body's primary sources of energy, and knowing how to maintain a healthy diet is key to living a fulfilling life. Eating right isn't just beneficial for our physical health, but can also have positive impacts on our mental and emotional well-being.
In this episode, we'll share some valuable tips on starting a healthy diet and embarking on a journey towards better living. By focusing on quality food, which is a powerful form of healing, we can guarantee satisfaction for both our minds and body. Join us as we delve into these tips and explore the benefits and reminders of incorporating healthy foods into our diets.

Episode Highlights:
How can having a food plan help us start and maintain a healthy diet?

When and where can we find organic products and what benefits do they offer?

Why do quality foods often come at a higher cost?

How can the excitement of preparing food positively impact our diet?

And where can we find the motivation to consistently stick to our health plan?

We hope this episode will inspire you to prioritize your health and well-being through a healthy diet. So sit back, relax, and let's begin our journey toward a better life together!

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➡️ Want to turn your anxiety into a superpower? Learn how here: https://www.anxiety-specialists.net/optin-page
➡️ Want to learn how you can live an anxiety-free life? Check out this epic guide.: https://bit.ly/anxiety-specialists-arg
➡️ Watch the latest episode of Anxiety Specialists and subscribe to our YouTube channel here: https://bit.ly/anxiety-specialists-yt
➡️ Follow Anxiety Specialists on Instagram; we’d love to connect with you: https://bit.ly/anxiety-specialists-ig
➡️ To learn more about how you can deal with your anxiety, visit our website: https://bit.ly/anxiety-specialists-aaa
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6min
March 06, 202351 List of foods for Anxiety - The 3 key ways food affects your brain
Ever wondered if you’re feeling anxious because of the junk food you just ate? It’s not often talked about, but what we put into our bodies does actually affect our brain as well as our bodies. And thus can cause anxiety and depressed mood.
In this episode, we will discuss a list of foods for anxiety management. How certain foods affect our mental state and what can we do to make it better. Join us as we go through what the research says might be the secrets to an anxiety-friendly diet!

Episode Highlights:
How can chronic inflammation lead to mental illnesses?

Why should we reduce sugar, artificial sweetness and processed foods?

What is the relationship of anxiety and the microbiome, connecting our gut and the brain?

When do we show behavioral symptoms of anxiety based on food consumption?

How can probiotics, prebiotics, and fermented food help us manage anxiety?

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➡️ Want to turn your anxiety into a superpower? Learn how here: https://www.anxiety-specialists.net/optin-page
➡️ Want to learn how you can live an anxiety-free life? Check out this epic guide.: https://bit.ly/anxiety-specialists-arg
➡️ Watch the latest episode of Anxiety Specialists and subscribe to our YouTube channel here: https://bit.ly/anxiety-specialists-yt
➡️ Follow Anxiety Specialists on Instagram; we’d love to connect with you: https://bit.ly/anxiety-specialists-ig
➡️ To learn more about how you can deal with your anxiety, visit our website: https://bit.ly/anxiety-specialists-aaa
...more
15min
March 01, 202350 How to develop a high pain tolerance
Do you see anxiety as your weakness? I used to! Anxiety can feel like a massive disadvantage to us but if we learn to transform the stress we can turn it into our superpower! That's how I developed the ability to handle pain others avoid.
In this episode, Becky is opening up about how she achieved a shockingly high pain tolerance. She shares amazing things she can now handle that as a young girl she would never have thought possible. How to turn an extreme fear of pain into a superpower that leaves others speechless. Join us as we explore how to gain a higher tolerance for pain that turns struggling to thrive!

Episode Highlights:
When did Becky start to fear pain?

Why medication isn’t the best option for everyone

How did Becky go through birth, stitches, and dental surgery without pain relief?

How to get a high pain tolerance and what this means to people with anxiety

What can we get from turning anxiety into a superpower?

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➡️ Want to turn your anxiety into a superpower? Learn how here: https://www.anxiety-specialists.net/optin-page
➡️ Want to learn how you can live an anxiety-free life? Check out this epic guide.: https://bit.ly/anxiety-specialists-arg
➡️ Watch the latest episode of Anxiety Specialists and subscribe to our YouTube channel here: https://bit.ly/anxiety-specialists-yt
➡️ Follow Anxiety Specialists on Instagram; we’d love to connect with you: https://bit.ly/anxiety-specialists-ig
➡️ To learn more about how you can deal with your anxiety, visit our website: https://bit.ly/anxiety-specialists-aaa
...more
10min
February 20, 202349 How to deal with loneliness in a divided world feat. Caurel Richards
Coming to terms with being different from everyone else can be a lonely experience especially if your views are not mainstream. Loneliness from this kind of situation is often rooted in the feeling that there's no one who truly understands or accepts you, with whom you can share your genuine experiences and thoughts.
Caurel Richards, a Rapid Transformational Therapy Practitioner and Hypnotherapist, will share ways to deal with loneliness and feeling left out. And how to be more authentic with others so your true self can shine. In this episode, she seeks to guide us through the complexity of this subject. Join us in this episode to gain a new perspective and start living your lives to the fullest again!

Episode Highlights:
What can you do about the prevalence of loneliness?

How do you get along with people who have different opinions?

Why is it important to listen to people you don’t agree with?

What do you do if your group says something that offends you?

How do you establish a deeper connection with yourself?

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➡️ How to connect with Caurel:
You can visit her website: https://www.indivinethyme.com/
Instagram: https://instagram.com/indivinethyme/

➡️ Want to join the Masterclass? Register for free here: https://bit.ly/anxiety-specialists-masterclass
➡️ Want to learn how you can live an anxiety-free life? Check out this epic guide.: https://bit.ly/anxiety-specialists-arg
➡️ Watch the latest episode of Anxiety Specialists and subscribe to our YouTube channel here: https://bit.ly/anxiety-specialists-yt
➡️ Follow Anxiety Specialists on Instagram, we’d love to connect with you: https://bit.ly/anxiety-specialists-ig
➡️ To learn more about how you can deal with your anxiety, visit our website: https://bit.ly/anxiety-specialists-aaa
...more
48min
February 14, 202348 Relationship Anxiety: Dating Someone Hotter Than You (Valentine's Special)
Are you interested in or dating someone hotter than you? Relationship anxiety can come from this, and most of the time, it’s hard to admit it.
In this episode, I (Becky) will discuss my own insecurities when dating and marrying someone hotter than me. With relatable moments and perspectives regarding dating or even when we just met and are attracted to hot people. Join me as we discover how to deal with relationship anxiety and be with the one we love!

Episode Highlights:
Why do we judge hotter people to be players?

How did Becky handle Michael’s higher attractiveness than her?

Why Becky felt she was invisible dating Michael

How to talk about relationship anxiety with your partner?

What can confidence bring in this type of relationship?

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➡️ Want to join the Masterclass? Register for free here: https://bit.ly/anxiety-specialists-masterclass
➡️ Want to learn how you can live an anxiety-free life? Check out this epic guide.: https://bit.ly/anxiety-specialists-arg
➡️ Watch the latest episode of Anxiety Specialists and subscribe to our YouTube channel here: https://bit.ly/anxiety-specialists-yt
➡️ Follow Anxiety Specialists on Instagram; we’d love to connect with you: https://bit.ly/anxiety-specialists-ig
➡️ To learn more about how you can deal with your anxiety, visit our website: https://bit.ly/anxiety-specialists-aaa
...more
22min
February 06, 202347 How to leave a narcissist feat. Will Kesselman
When you're deeply in love with a narcissist and you do not see the red flags waving. Being trapped in a narcissistic relationship is arduous as it will not let you see your way out to freedom.
William Kesselman, a "Special Victims" Investigator and the founder of Control and Power Strategy LLC, will help us know the signs of narcissistic behavior. In this episode, we will learn about the patterns of a narcissist and how we can battle the abusive narcissist to be free. Listen as we unravel the thoughts behind a narcissist so you can be safe from them!

Episode Highlights:
How do words matter to people going through a narcissistic relationship?

When does a narcissist’s problematic behavior usually begin?

What is love bombing and trauma bonding?

How to break the emotional pattern set by an abusive narcissist?

Why reaching out for help will save you from further trauma, money, and heartbreak

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➡️ How to connect with William:
You can visit his website: https://www.controlandpowerstrategy.com/book-online
Instagram: https://instagram.com/c_p_strategy/
Or join a free Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100070210149105&mibextid=ZbWKwL
➡️ Want to join the Masterclass? Register for free here: https://bit.ly/anxiety-specialists-masterclass
➡️ Want to learn how you can live an anxiety-free life? Check out this epic guide.: https://bit.ly/anxiety-specialists-arg
➡️ Watch the latest episode of Anxiety Specialists and subscribe to our YouTube channel here: https://bit.ly/anxiety-specialists-yt
➡️ Follow Anxiety Specialists on Instagram, we’d love to connect with you: https://bit.ly/anxiety-specialists-ig
➡️ To learn more about how you can deal with your anxiety, visit our website: https://bit.ly/anxiety-specialists-aaa
...more
41min

FAQs about Anxiety Specialists:

How many episodes does Anxiety Specialists have?

The podcast currently has 57 episodes available.