EP167: Beating Dating Anxiety & Effects of Anxiety on Self-Esteem Featuring Emma Garrick

Author: David Chambers
Published: Wed 13 Dec 2023
Episode Link: https://sites.libsyn.com/148730/ep167-beating-dating-anxiety-effects-of-anxiety-on-self-esteem-featuring-emma-garrick

Main Topics: Dating, Anxiety, Red Flags of Anxiety, Burnout, Breathing, Causes of Anxiety

Emma Garrick, Anxiety Psychotherapist @the.anxiety.whisperer

Emma is not a cookie cutter therapist; she's a beacon of hope for those engulfed in the shadows of anxiety & OCD.

Her experience is not only professional but deeply personal, having navigated life shattering anxiety and OCD herself. And it is this shared experience that fuels her relatability, making her a therapist who truly 'gets it', engaging and disarming, often bringing a light-hearted warmth and ease to even the most serious conversations.

Known for her soothing Scottish voice and playful humour she has a keen mind for appreciating both the complexities and absurdities in life, especially when it comes to anxiety.

Emma specialises in anxiety & OCD recovery and relapse prevention. She has a gift for pulling people out of seemingly hopeless situations, instilling grit, and reigniting hope in their lives.

Dealing with complex cases, Emma's approach is far from one-size-fits-all. She’s an integrative therapist frequently praised not just for the effectiveness of her methods, but the calming presence she brings to each session.

As a guest on this podcast, Emma explores the complexities of anxiety, illuminating often overlooked red flags and nervous system dynamics in a range of challenging situations, including dating and relationships. She provides practical advice for managing anxiety in these and other areas of everyday life.

Her mission is clear: to guide individuals towards a life where anxiety does not call the shots.

Key topics include:

⭐️ What is Anxiety

⭐️ The Underlying Causes of Anxiety

⭐️ The Red Flags of Anxiety and Burnout Along the Way

⭐️ Developing Awareness of our Inner Dialog

⭐️ Different Expressions of Anxiety in Men and Women

⭐️ The Effects of Anxiety on Self-Esteem and Confidence

⭐️ The Different Nervous System Responses to an Anxiety Attack

⭐️ Breathing Techniques for Regulating the Nervous System

⭐️ Mental Rehearsals of Anxiety Inducing Situations

⭐️ Exposure to Rejection