The Therapy Edit
Anna Mathur
Enjoy a twice weekly dose of The Therapy Edit. On Monday's you'll find Anna answering an 'Ask Anna' listener question along with an expert guest.On Friday's get a glimpse into the therapy room as Anna spends 10 minutes responding to your anonymous 'Confessions from the Therapy Room'. Enjoy Anna's Psychotherapeutic knowledge woven with with candid chat about mental health. Anna Mathur is a Psychotherapist, Times Bestselling author and speaker, passionate about taking therapy outside of the therapy room, sharing insights that have changed the lives of her clients, and transformed hers too.More from Anna:Times Bestselling books:The Uncomfortable Truth: Change your life by taming ten of your mind's greatest fearsRaising a Happier Mother: How to find balance, feel good, and see your children flourish as a result ‘Mind Over Mother - Every mums guide to worry and anxiety in the first yearsKnow Your Worth - How to build your self-esteem, grow in confidence and worry less about what people thinkInstagram: @annamathurWebsite and contact: annamathur.comCourses, sessions and guides: Benefit from resources to support your mental and emotional wellbeing at annamathur.comContacts:Proudly hosted by: GlobalManagement: Bev James Management - enquiries@bevjames.comProduction: Kate Starkey @contentinthecotswoldsAudio: John Shepheard. Aloe Audio - aloeaudio.comDesign: Amber Miller. Ooh La La Studio - oohlala.studio
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Sep 22, 2023 • 22min
One Thing with Olga Thompson on why it's all okay
Olga Thompson, comedian, actress, writer and mother of three known as The Big Fat Greek Mother, brings humor and heart. She talks about reclaiming identity through motherhood. She explores gaps, the ‘defrosting’ after transitions, and why permission to feel matters. Playful parenting, messy honesty and small restorative rituals like swimming and stillness also come up.
Sep 18, 2023 • 19min
On how to feel less busy
Practical ideas for overwhelmed parents to feel less busy. A look at two kinds of busyness: circumstances and self-created pressures. Simple ways to cut tasks like party planning and holiday traditions. Encouragement to loosen standards, drop guilt, and keep lasting relief.
Sep 15, 2023 • 23min
One Thing with Poppy Delbridge on the transformative power of tapping
Poppy Delbridge, manifestation coach, author and tapping expert, shares rapid tapping and energy psychology tools. She explains what tapping is and how it calms mind and body. Learn simple daily routines, quick energy techniques like the head-hug, and how tapping can build resilience and support change.
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Sep 11, 2023 • 11min
On 5 things to do when you feel touched out
Feeling 'touched out' is a common experience for parents, and it can significantly affect relationships. Anna shares her journey of understanding this phenomenon and how her need for touch has evolved since motherhood. She provides five practical steps to manage these feelings, emphasizing the importance of communication with partners. By recognizing different needs and setting intentional boundaries, parents can navigate their tactile journey better. This insightful discussion offers reassurance that the intensity of touch can change over time.
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Sep 8, 2023 • 24min
One Thing with Joeli Brearley on why the Motherhood Penalty is not your fault
Joeli Brearley, campaigner and founder of Pregnant Then Screwed, discusses the systemic issues surrounding the motherhood penalty. She emphasizes that this discrimination is not a personal failure but a broader societal issue that affects many mothers. Joeli shares her journey in founding her organization, the successful campaigns for better childcare support, and the critical need for legal advocacy. She also highlights practical steps for women facing discrimination and the importance of community support.
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Sep 4, 2023 • 10min
On feeling proud of yourself
Explore the transformative power of self-pride and emotional wellbeing. Anna shares her journey through therapy and the significance of honoring your feelings and boundaries. Discover how small decisions about self-worth can lead to profound changes. She opens up about past struggles with feeling like an inconvenience and the importance of self-reflection. Listeners are encouraged to take pride in setting boundaries and embracing vulnerability. A thoughtful reminder that recognizing personal growth is essential for nurturing oneself.
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Sep 1, 2023 • 22min
One Thing with Bronagh Meere on creating a school run capsule wardrobe
Bronagh Meere, a fashion and celebrity stylist known for her vibrant Instagram account @whiledollysleeps, shares her expertise on creating a stylish school-run capsule wardrobe for busy mums. She discusses essential pieces like jeans, tees, and slip-on shoes to streamline mornings. Bronagh also emphasizes the importance of confidence boosters such as bright lips and scarves, while reflecting on treasured moments of motherhood and the value of exercise for emotional self-care. Tune in for a dose of inspiration!
Aug 28, 2023 • 11min
On 3 steps to address comparison
Anna explores why comparison keeps returning and how it undermines confidence. She links comparison to cultural and evolutionary roots and pinpoints when it becomes harmful. Three practical steps are outlined: notice and reframe extreme self-talk, choose three anchoring truths, and redirect comparison energy into growth. Resources for continued support are also highlighted.
Aug 25, 2023 • 22min
One Thing with Susie Robbins on why starting school isn't all about academics
Susie Robbins, behaviour expert who helps families and children thrive, shares practical ideas on starting school emotionally. She explains why emotional readiness matters more than academics. Short tips cover building independence, naming feelings, linking emotions to the body, and preventing parental burnout. Susie also introduces a simple wellbeing journal for young children.
Aug 21, 2023 • 10min
On one way to be more confident
Practical tips for mums on growing confidence through small, authentic choices. Short actions like saying no, asking for breaks, or requesting help are framed as brave, everyday moves. A focus on spotting and reducing “fakery” to close the gap between appearance and reality. Encouragement to try tiny honesty risks to see how others respond and build trust.
