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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Jul 14, 2023 • 24min
One Thing with Dr Caroline Boyd on how to transform your anger into a superpower
Dr Caroline Boyd, a chartered clinical and perinatal psychologist and author, explores how intense postpartum anger shows up and what it signals. She discusses physical signs, links between anger and shame, and practical ways to discharge or channel rage. Short tips include getting curious about feelings, movement to reset the body, and turning anger into purposeful action.
Jul 10, 2023 • 12min
On 5 more things that changed my life
Short, practical habits that quietly transform daily life. Tips for curbing impulsive phone use and carving out real boundaries. Ways to protect time and energy by learning to say no. Strategies for quieting the inner critic and cultivating self-compassion. Small goal-setting tactics and honoring rest as an essential part of care.
Jul 7, 2023 • 22min
One Thing with Kelsey Parker on the amazing sacrifice of parents
Kelsey Parker, mother, founder of K2 Stars and author navigating life after her husband’s loss, reflects on the remarkable sacrifices parents make. She discusses honoring her own mum, repaying that love to her children, and the challenge of parenting solo while learning to accept help from a community.
Jul 3, 2023 • 11min
On 5 things that changed my life
Practical, free habits that helped a busy parent feel better and more in control. Simple tips include drinking more water and using extended exhale breathing to calm stress. Time blocking turns chaotic to-do lists into manageable plans. Daily walks boost mood and clarity. Honest, vulnerable friendships deepen support and make life feel lighter.
Jun 30, 2023 • 21min
One Thing with Liv Thorne on how there's no right answers
Liv Thorne, solo parent and author of Liv's Alone who documents single motherhood on Instagram. She talks about there being no single right way to parent. Choices are often guesswork and learning comes from doing. She discusses releasing control, ignoring outside judgment, and finding small everyday comforts.
Jun 26, 2023 • 12min
On diving deeper into the practice of gratitude
A fresh take on gratitude that pushes beyond checklist habits. Short prompts and tiny joys are explored as ways to notice more daily delight. Ordinary moments are unpacked into surprising layers of meaning. A 100-item challenge invites deeper noticing and sparks spontaneous wonder even in hard times.
Jun 23, 2023 • 23min
One Thing with Natasha Devon on parenting in a digital world
Natasha Devon, award-winning author and mental health campaigner, shares practical takes on parenting in a digital age. She urges curiosity in conversations and joining kids in their online world. Topics include spotting misinformation, building critical thinking, avoiding echo chambers, and modeling mindful tech habits for different ages.
Jun 19, 2023 • 11min
On when you can't see the wood for the trees
Practical ways to shrink panic when life feels suffocating. A five-step reframing method plus the four Ds—downgrade, delegate, delay, discard—and a bonus action. Advice to tackle big, anxiety-provoking tasks first rather than small busywork. Tips on prioritizing rest, externalizing worries for perspective, and using gratitude and a slower pace to calm the nervous system.
Jun 16, 2023 • 23min
One Thing with MANtenatal on better ways to communicate as co-parents
Gordon from MANtenatal shares a father's perspective on effective communication in co-parenting. He emphasizes active fathering and the importance of reframing language during conversations. The discussion includes the need for calm moments to talk and the distinction between wanting to listen or solve problems. Gordon highlights men's unique communication styles and the significance of peer support for mental health. They explore the highs and lows of fatherhood, painting a realistic picture of the journey.
Jun 12, 2023 • 11min
On mixed feelings that your children are growing up
On this solo episode of the Therapy Edit Anna considers how we approach the confusing feelings of sadness and joy about our children growing up.We really hope you enjoy the listen, don't forget to rate, review and subscribe so that you never miss an episode.
