Your Anxiety Toolkit - Practical Skills for Anxiety, Panic & Depression

Kimberley Quinlan, LMFT | Anxiety & OCD Specialist
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Jan 13, 2025 • 44min

417 How to Fall Asleep (with OCD and Anxiety)

In this insightful discussion, Sue Chuddy, a licensed clinical social worker specializing in OCD and anxiety treatment, shares her expertise on overcoming sleep disturbances linked to anxiety. They examine effective pre-bedtime exposure exercises and creative coping strategies, like planning a unique 90th birthday celebration, to manage anxiety. The conversation highlights the intricate relationship between OCD, perfectionism, and sleep issues, offering practical strategies such as scheduling worry time and employing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia to reclaim restful nights.
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Dec 30, 2024 • 47min

416 Thriving with Relationship OCD (with Andrew & Danielle Cohen)

In this insightful episode of Your Anxiety Toolkit, Kimberley Quinlan chats with Andrew and Danielle Cohen about navigating the challenges of Relationship OCD (ROCD) through lived experience, clinical expertise, and actionable strategies for thriving in relationships.
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Dec 23, 2024 • 21min

415 6 Eating Disorder Rules (That Saved My Life)

In this episode, Kimberley Quinlan shares the six powerful rules that guided her eating disorder recovery and continue to help her clients find freedom and healing.
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Dec 16, 2024 • 23min

414 How to Navigate Depression (During the Holiday Season)

In this episode, Kimberley Quinlan shares practical strategies for navigating holiday-related depression, from setting boundaries to finding small moments of joy, so you can create a season that prioritizes your mental health.
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Dec 9, 2024 • 12min

413 The One Anxiety Recovery Skill I Am Doubling Down On

In this episode, Kimberly Quinlan shares the transformative anxiety recovery skill of embracing all emotions and offers practical strategies to help you reduce fear and build emotional resilience.
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Dec 2, 2024 • 14min

412 Why Do I Keep Pulling My Hair Out? (Understanding Trichotillomania)

Ever wonder, 'Why do I keep pulling my hair out?' In this episode, we break down the reasons behind Trichotillomania, including stress, boredom, genetics, and more. We also cover strategies like Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Habit Reversal Training (HRT) to help you manage hair-pulling urges and stop the cycle.
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4 snips
Nov 25, 2024 • 13min

411 My Secret Weapon for Managing OCD Urges

In this podcast episode, Kimberley Quinlan dives into how to manage OCD urges effectively, breaking down why they feel so real and sharing actionable strategies to resist compulsions and regain control.
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Nov 18, 2024 • 22min

410 How to Stop Worrying If People Are Judging You (A Compassionate Approach)

In this episode, Kimberley Quinlan shares practical tools and mindset shifts to help you stop worrying about being judged and embrace authenticity.
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Nov 8, 2024 • 44min

409 Foods That Increase Anxiety (and Foods That Help with Anxiety) - with Heather Lilico

In this enlightening discussion, holistic nutritionist Heather Lilico shares her expertise on the powerful link between food and anxiety. She unveils how specific foods can either alleviate or exacerbate anxiety symptoms. Topics include the importance of 'mood-boosting' foods and the pitfalls of high-sugar and processed diets. Heather provides practical tips for fostering a healthy relationship with food, emphasizes the connection between diet and serotonin levels, and discusses the impact of gut health on anxiety. She also introduces the Cultivating Calm app as a resource for managing stress.
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Nov 4, 2024 • 18min

408 How to Overcome the Fear of Medical Procedures (A Therapist's Guide)

In this episode of Your Anxiety Toolkit, Kimberley Quinlan guides listeners through practical strategies for managing the fear of medical procedures, such as needle and blood phobias. Drawing from both professional expertise and personal experience, she shares actionable tips to help listeners confront their fears with compassion and resilience. Learn how to turn anxiety into a manageable experience and feel empowered through the process.

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