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

How to Overcome the Fear of Medical Procedures (A Therapist’s Guide) | Ep. 408

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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How to Stop the Downward Spiral of Depression (Before It Takes Over)

How to Stop the Downward Spiral of Depression (Before It Takes Over) | Ep. 406

Are you feeling trapped in a downward spiral of depression? Depression and anxiety can often feel like they’re pulling you deeper and deeper, leaving you overwhelmed and stuck in a cycle of hopelessness. In this episode, I’ll share strategies to stop depressive thoughts and tools to help you manage depression and anxiety using mindfulness for depression. 🌟 We’ll dive into practical steps for reducing negative self-talk, breaking the cycle of depression, and handling depressive rumination so you can reclaim your sense of hope again. 🙏 (more…)

How to be patient and calm when anxious

How to Stay Patient (and Calm) When Anxious | Ep. 405


If you want to learn how to stay patient and calm when anxious, you’re in the right place. But let’s address the elephant in the room—staying “calm” isn’t really what we’re aiming for in anxiety recovery. Because let’s be honest: When anxiety shows up, staying calm can feel impossible. In my clinical experience, the secret to staying calm when anxious is based on one essential skill, and that skill is patience. (more…)

How to stop the panic cycle

How to Break the Panic Cycle | Ep. 404

“Have you ever been caught in a panic attack that seemed to come out of nowhere, leaving you feeling trapped, overwhelmed, and desperate to escape? Maybe it happened in the grocery store, at a meeting, or even in your own home. One second, you’re fine, and the next, your heart is pounding, your chest is tight, and you’re sure something terrible is about to happen. If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Panic attacks can feel impossible to control, but today I’m going to show you exactly how to break the panic cycle so you can regain control of your life.” (more…)

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Trying to Stop Emotions is Slowing Down Your Anxiety Recovery | Ep. 403

Emotions are part of the human experience, and yet, many of us spend a significant amount of time trying to avoid or control them. In this article, I’ll explain why trying to stop your strong emotions can actually slow down your recovery and how embracing these emotions instead can lead to a more fulfilled and resilient life. (more…)