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Anxiety
Mental Health
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
OCD
Health Anxiety
Parenting
Panic Disorder
Anxiety Disorders
Social Media
Social Anxiety
Technology
Panic Attacks
Exposure Therapy
Anxiety Management
Resilience
Mindfulness
Perfectionism
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
Chronic Pain
Eating Disorders

What are the odds of two psychologists, both named Bonnie Zucker, and both specializing in anxiety and cognitive-behavioral therapy, finding each other across the country? When they met, their connection was instant and electric. Join them here as they explore anxiety from every angle - unpacking disorders, examining societal stressors, and hosting conversations with dynamic guests. They’ll share ... more

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Bonnie and Bonnie talk about death and dying through the lens of anxiety, and discuss how direct, clear language can help make the topic less frightening. They also share how avoiding words like “died” can increase fear, especially for children, and ... more

In this episode, BZW and BZE talk about travel anxiety and the different forms it can take. They discuss fear of flying, worry about being far from home, concern about leaving a house unattended, and anxiety about pets, work, or access to medical car... more

Dr. Kiki Fehling (aka DBT Kiki) is back with the Bonnies to discuss dialectical behavior therapy, LGBTQ+ mental health, and how language shapes understanding and treatment. They discuss why DBT has been useful for many different concerns, including a... more

In this episode the Bonnies continue their discussion of sleep and what they learned after our previous conversation about CBT-I for insomnia. They review core sleep as including REM and deep sleep, and note that adults are generally still recommende... more

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Dr. Jesse Spiegel
Psychologist
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Episode: From Rested to Joyful: Psychological Strategies for a Better Life
Jessie Spiegel
Licensed clinical psychologist; specializes in OCD, anxiety, insomnia
Private practice in Los Angeles; Clinical instructor at UCLA
Episode: Why You Can't Sleep and How CBT-I Fixes It with guest Dr. Jesse Spiegel
Ireland Baldwin
Celebrity who spoke openly about health anxiety and panic
Entertainment
Episode: Panic Attack or Heart Attack: Treatment Strategies That Work
Dr. Julie Bindeman
Co-owner of Integrative Therapy of Greater Washington; expert in reproductive psychology, EMDR
Integrative Therapy of Greater Washington
Episode: Trying to Get Pregnant is Stressful: Guest Dr. Julie Bindeman on Coping with Anxiety & Fertility
Marisa Renee Lee
Award-winning and best-selling author of Grief is Love; CEO of Beacon Advisors
Beacon Advisors
Episode: Living with Long Covid: Marisa Renee Lee on Resilience, Grief & Reframing Life
Dr. Dan Cohen
Board-certified pediatrician, educator, and parenting advocate
Undisclosed multi-specialty group in Westchester County
Episode: Behind the Screens: Dr. Dan Pediatrician & Wife Darcy talk Parenting, Anxiety & Social Media Fame
Darcy Baya Cohen
Dancer, educator, artist, entrepreneur, and content creator
Two national dance competitions
Episode: Behind the Screens: Dr. Dan Pediatrician & Wife Darcy talk Parenting, Anxiety & Social Media Fame
Adam Pletter
Licensed clinical psychologist; founder of iParent 101; advocate for developmentally-informed digital design
iParent 101
Episode: From Screen Battles to Screen Balance: Dr. Adam Pletter's Strategies for Healthier Tech Habits
Sunita Prasad
Brooklyn-based filmmaker known for her poignant representations of mental health issues in film.
Sleep Training film
Episode: Postpartum Depression with Filmmaker Sunita Prasad

Hosts

Bonnie East
Co-host and psychologist specializing in anxiety, often partnering with a West Coast colleague to discuss CBT and exposure-based strategies.
Bonnie West
Co-host and psychologist focusing on anxiety, collaboration with East Coast host, and relatable, practical guidance.
Dr. Bonnie Zucker
Co-host and psychologist specializing in anxiety, CBT, and exposure therapies; appears across diverse episode topics and guest conversations.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 83 ratings
  • I look forward to Thursdays

    I look forward to Thursday mornings, when I know this episode will drop. As both a therapist and a parent, I get so much out of this show. And I always find myself laughing as well. I hope they do many more episodes on many more different anxiety topics!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MichieHams
    United Statesa year ago
  • A great resource!

    I listen to it regularly. It's personal, entertaining and instructive. As a psychologist, I appreciate the "refresher course" in various anxiety related techniques, and use it as resource for my patients. It's great at normalizing a lot of the concerns people struggle with, while giving them some useful tools.

    And they have great guests!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tyu000
    United Statesa year ago
  • Reassurance when it comes to understanding anxiety and mental health

    Practical and professional discussions on relevant and relatable topics that put mental health in a non judgmental and helpful lens. Love the show and look forward to new episodes weekly.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Alicia Danyali
    United Statesa year ago
  • Please stay in your wheelhouse!

    There is so much potential for this podcast and information on anxiety is so important for so many. Loved the episode with client Mia! But please, please, please stick to your actual expertise. BZE’s digression on “anti-nutrients” on the Mental Wellness I episode struck me as misinformed at best and food-shaming/spreading false information at worst.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    MeganLMHC
    United Statesa year ago
  • Informative and fun

    Both the information and the chemistry are fantastic! It’s great to hear two smart women doctors sharing their expertise in a friendly, nonjudgmental space!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dr R Resnik Psych
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners appreciate the practical tools and gentle humor, especially for therapists and parents.
Guests and duo dynamic are repeatedly praised for warmth and expertise.
Some episodes feel too discursive or self-referential for a few listeners, with calls for more direct 'payload' in tools.

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Tiny Shifts with guest Dr. Elisha Goldstein
Q: How do you suggest people manage when they are trying to access more joyful moments and quiet their minds?
It's important to avoid internal focus during anxiety; instead, redirect attention outward or engage in grounding techniques.
Tiny Shifts with guest Dr. Elisha Goldstein
Q: What do you think is happening to a person when they connect with something meaningful for just a few minutes?
When we focus on something meaningful, it shifts our brain's activity toward supportive thoughts, reducing anxiety and enhancing emotional well-being.
When Your Child is in Crisis with guests Kathy & Jeff Long
Q: What do you think was the turning point for her?
It was the choice to attempt to recover and the influence of peer groups in her residential treatment.
When Your Child is in Crisis with guests Kathy & Jeff Long
Q: Can you speak at all more to that? Like how did you get to a place of, I wouldn't necessarily say maybe peace, but how did you get to a place of just acceptance around this concept?
It took a couple of years before we got to that point. We realized we can't control the outcome for our kids, and we had to surrender it to knowing that we're doing the best we can.
Dental Phobias & Dental Wisdom with Dr. Michael Schneider
Q: What do you recommend for maintaining a healthy oral microbiome?
Adding hydrogen peroxide to your water pick can help keep harmful bacteria at bay.

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What is Anxiety Matters about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A thoughtful series led by two psychologists who specialize in anxiety, CBT, and related therapies, delivering a mix of clinical insights, practical strategies, and personal storytelling. Episodes commonly feature in-depth discussions of anxiety disorders, health anxiety, perfectionism, and the use of exposure-based techniques, often illustrated with real-life demonstrations and guest perspectives. Notable strengths include a warm, accessible delivery, strong emphasis on evidence-based approaches, and a willingness to share behind-the-scenes experiences from clinical practice. The format tends to balance expert guidance with relatable anecdotes, making it helpful for listeners seeking concrete tools for themselves or to support others. A re... more

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