Anxiety Rx
Episodes
136: Why Thinking Can't Heal Your Anxiety
06 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if worrying is just your mind’s way of trying to stop you from worrying?In this episode, I pull apart the myth that positive thinking can...
135: How Money Triggers Anxiety & What You Need to Chase Instead
29 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if the real scam isn’t the robocall, but the idea that your worth is measured in dollars?In this episode, the lie that money can repla...
134: How Highly Sensitive People Can Heal Anxiety
22 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if being “too sensitive” isn’t a flaw but the hidden root of your anxiety?In this episode, I unpack what it really means to be a highly sen...
133: Why These Popular Hacks Won't Heal Your Anxiety
15 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever pushed yourself to eat clean and work out, hoping it would calm your anxiety, only to feel even worse? Here’s why it happens…In this episode,...
132: What Burnout Really Is & How to Prevent It
08 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if burnout isn’t failure, but your body’s protective shutdown?In this episode, I open up about burning out as a doctor and why it went ...
131: 5 Things That Are Preventing You From Healing Anxiety
01 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if the very things that feel like they’re protecting you are actually keeping you stuck?In this episode, I break down the five unconscious stra...
130: Why Anxious People Can't Manifest Their Dream Life (And How To Fix It)
25 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Why does manifestation backfire when you need it most?In this episode, I look at why affirmations and vision boards don’t land when your body is stu...
129: The Reasons Why Everyone Feels More Anxious Nowadays
18 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I cover why chaos feels so familiar and why we keep getting pulled into it even when it makes us anxious.Today’s uncertainty ...
128: The Truth About Anxiety TikTok Trends
11 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I unpack why your TikTok anxiety hacks might actually be keeping you stuck.I get into the good, the bad, and the harmful when it c...
127: Do NOT Follow This "Advice" To Reduce Anxiety
04 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if someone can make you feel something, and the real problem is pretending they can’t?In this episode, I talk about a phrase I used to hear all...
126. How Can We Overcome The Fear of Connection In Social Anxiety?
21 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back! In today’s episode of Anxiety Rx, we’re diving into the real root of social anxiety…and spoiler alert: it’s not just a...
125. Panic Attacks Explained: The Collision of Two Alarms and How to Break Free
14 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hello everyone! You’ve probably heard me talk about alarm - that raw, uncomfortable sensation in the body that actually drives anxiety. Bu...
124. Cultivating Faith: Your Secret Weapon Against Anxiety and Worry
07 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hello everyone! In this episode of the Anxiety Rx podcast, I talk about something we cannot heal anxiety without: faith. Not necessarily rel...
123. Exposing Ninja Worries: Embracing the Unknown to Find Freedom
30 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back everyone! In this episode, I dive into the sneaky nature of worry—how it masquerades as a helpful strategy when really, it’...
122. Unmasking the Ego Dragon: When Worry Pretends to Be Safety
23 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hey Everyone! In this episode, I pull back the curtain on the real driver of anxiety: the overprotective, fire-breathing ego dragon we forge...
121. My Story: A Doctor's Personal Journey Through Trauma and Healing
16 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back! In this episode, I take you behind the scenes of my own anxiety story—from growing up with a father who had schizophrenia, t...
120. The Hidden Power of Healthy Anger: Transforming Immobility into Action
09 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hey Everyone! In this episode, I dive into something I know far too well—that frozen, stuck, can't-move-no-matter-how-hard-you-try feeling...
119. Reclaiming Your Power: How Awareness Can Change Your Relationship with Anxiety
02 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back, everyone! In this episode, I dig into the sneaky link between anxiety and victim mentality—and how we often don’t even rea...
118. Breaking the Achievement Trap: Finding Fulfillment Beyond Success
26 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back, everyone! In this episode, I sit down with psychiatrist Dr. Dimitrios Tsatiris to unpack a spicy little tangle many of us know...
117. Can Psychedelics Help Us Confront Anxiety and Trauma?
05 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hello Everyone! We're kicking off Mental Health Month with a mind-expanding episode of the Anxiety Rx podcast—literally! I sat down with t...
116. How Can Metabolic Health Transform Your Anxiety and Self-Image?
28 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hi everyone! In this episode of the Anxiety Rx podcast, I sit down with the awesome Ben Azadi—author of Metabolic Freedom—to chat about ...
115. Nourish Your Mind: The Surprising Connection Between Food and Mental Health
21 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back everyone! In this episode of Anxiety Rx Podcast, I had the absolute pleasure of chatting with my friend Dr. Drew Ramsey—he’...
115. Understanding High-Functioning Depression: The Hidden Struggles of Overachievers
07 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hey friends!In this episode of Anxiety Rx, I sit down with the brilliant Dr. Judith Joseph—a psychiatrist who took an unexpected detou...
114. Exploring the Connection Between Anxiety, Inflammation, and Gut Health: An Ayurvedic Perspective
01 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Alright, folks, buckle up because in this episode of Anxiety Rx, I sit down with the brilliant Dr. Shivani Gupta to dive deep into the ancien...
113. How Can Somatic Approaches Transform Your Healing Journey from Anxiety and Trauma?
24 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back everyone! In this episode of Anxiety Rx Podcast, I sit down with the wonderful Britt Piper to dive into the fascinating world of...
112. Rewiring Anxiety: How to Use Neuroplasticity for Lasting Change
10 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hey gang! In today’s episode of Anxiety Rx, I’m diving into one of my favorite topics: neuroplasticity—a fancy word for your brain’s ...
111. The Hidden Costs of Loneliness: Why Connection is Essential for Mental Health
03 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back everyone! In today’s episode, I’m diving deep into the power of connection with my guest, psychologist Dr. Adam Dorsay. Adam...
110. The Power of Curiosity in Overcoming Anxiety with Dr. Martha Beck
23 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hello my friends! Welcome back to the Anxiety RX podcast. In this episode I sit down with the incredible Dr. Martha Beck—Harvard-trained so...
109. Navigating the Storm: Kendra Fisher's Journey from Anxiety to Empowerment
17 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hey Everyone! Welcome back. Today on Anxiety Rx Podcast I talk with former ice hockey goaltender and mental health advocate Kendra Fisher. ...
108. The Ripple Effect: How One Person's Authenticity Can Inspire a Community of Healing
11 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today I sit down with mental health influencer Ryan Primer and his Grandma, Donna, for a heartfelt conversation about his anxiety journey. W...
107. Healing Through Pain: A Mind-Body Journey
03 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hello everyone! In this episode of the Anxiety Rx podcast, I sit down with Nicole Sachs, LCSW, to explore the deep connection between chronic...
106. The Mind-Heart Connection: How Anxiety Shapes Our Physical Well-Being
28 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Anxiety Rx podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Jonathan Fisher about the profound connection between anxi...
105. How Can We Cultivate a Sense of Safety to Overcome Anxiety?
08 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Anxiety RX Podcast, we dive into the fundamental concept of safety. I share personal stories about my father's struggl...
104. Hormones, Anxiety, and the Art of Mindful Eating: A Functional Approach to Well-Being
29 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hey everyone, welcome back to The AnxietyRX Podcast! In today’s episode, I’m joined by Dr. Megan Lyons, a functional medicine expert who ...
103. Dads, Are You Listening? Lessons on Parenting and Connection
15 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I chat with Ian Abbott about the challenges of parenting, especially from a dad's point of view. We talk about how being awa...
102. Creating Safe Spaces: Unlocking Human Potential
08 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The AnxietyRX Podcast, I’m joined by Dr. Nick Holton and Dr. Adam Wright as we explore the powerful connection between t...
101. Laughing Through the Chaos: How Faith, Humor, and Psychedelics Shape Our Journeys with Anxiety
02 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today I sit down with comedian Damonde Tschritter to chat about our personal experiences with anxiety, alcohol, and psychedelics. We share so...
100. Sipping from Your Own Cup: The Essential Role of Self-Care in Healing Anxiety
24 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, I sit down with Dr. Nicole Cain, a therapist and author of Panic Proof. We dive into a heartfelt conversation about the r...
The Power of Presence: Bridging Science and Spirituality for a Holistic Approach
17 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today we’re diving into a fascinating conversation with Debra Doerksen, a spiritual medium and author. In this episode, we explore the powe...
Dancing with Discomfort: The Surprising Benefits of Play in Healing Trauma
10 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hey there, welcome back to The AnxietyRX Podcast! I’m Dr. Russ, and today I’ve got a special guest, Chelsea Horton, who’s an amazing ex...
Why Avoiding Your Feelings is Like Trying to Hide a Hippo in a Phone Booth
03 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the AnxietyRX Podcast, I chat with Terry Baranski, an Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapist, about some fresh, non-tradi...
Uncorking the Truth: How Alcohol Masks Anxiety and What to Do About It
27 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hey there, it's Dr. Russ. In this episode of The AnxietyRX Podcast, I sit down with the amazing Colleen Kachman. Colleen is a real-life super...
Finding Stability in a Stressful World: Breathing for Balance
20 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I sat down with happiness expert Emma Seppala to talk about anxiety. Emma shares her personal story and how she found relief...
Emotional Alchemy: Transforming Anxiety into Empowerment
13 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The AnxietyRX Podcast, I’m chatting with another MBRX student, Katherine from Calgary. Katherine's got a story to tell –...
Exploring the Gut-Brain Connection: How Your Microbiome Influences Mental Health
06 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hey there, it's Dr. Russ! In this episode of the AnxietyRX Podcast, I'm chatting with Dr. Christine Bishara, a total rockstar in the world of...
Healing Anxiety Through Creative Expression and Self-Discovery
29 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the AnxietyRX Podcast, we're diving deep into the messy world of anxiety, family drama, and career blues. My guest, Michel...
Anxiety: The Uninvited Guest That Just Won't Leave—How to Kick It Out!
22 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I sit down with Danielle to talk about our personal struggles with anxiety. We both grew up with some pretty tough stuff –...
The Intersection of Culture, Religion, and Anxiety: Understanding Our Emotional Landscape
15 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hey everyone! In this episode I'm joined by Amy Green Smith, a personal development coach from North Carolina. We're diving deep into the wor...
The Hidden Costs of Resilience: Insights from a War Survivor
08 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Helen Sairany, a war survivor from Iraq. We dive deep into the world of trauma and how it can shape our ...
The Connection Between Anxiety, Grief, and Parenting: Embracing the Journey of Letting Go
01 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hey there! I'm Dr. Russ, and in this episode of The AnxietyRX Podcast, we're diving deep into some real, raw emotions. Molly Carroll, a psych...
Conquering the Ego Dragon of Anxiety and Eating Disorders
25 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hey there, it's Dr. Russ! *Unfortunately, there’s no video for this podcast episode - audio only! On this episode of The AnxietyRX Podcast,...
Breathwork Detox: Clearing Emotional Blockages for a Healthier Mind
18 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hey there, it's Dr. Russ. On today's episode, I'm stoked to have Kurtis Lee Thomas on the podcast. He's a breathwork expert and the brains be...
Why Did My Parents Make Me This Way? (And Can I Blame Them?)
06 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I open up about how parenting can deeply affect our mental health, especially when it comes to toxic versus non-toxic styles....
Is Your Anxiety Rooted in Childhood Trauma?
28 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I'm diving deep into the nitty-gritty of anxiety. Let me tell you, it's not just about your thoughts. There's a bigger pictu...
How to Coexist with Competing Attachments Without Losing Yourself
21 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hey everyone, Dr. Russ here! On this episode of the AnxietyRX Podcast, we're gonna dive into something a little different: how the things we ...
How Does Anxiety Drive Addiction?
16 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we’re diving headfirst into the complex world of anxiety and addiction. Believe it or not, these two are often best friend...
Understanding Anxiety in Men
07 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hey everyone, Dr. Russ Kennedy here! Today on the AnxietyRX Podcast, we're tackling a topic that's close to my heart: anxiety in men and boys...
Healing and Transformation with MDMA Therapy
24 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hey everyone, Dr. Russ here! On this episode of AnxietyRX, we're diving into some cutting-edge therapy – MDMA therapy! I'll be chatting wit...
Finding Harmony: The Impact of Sound and Vibration Therapy on Inner Calmness
16 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hey everyone, Dr. Russ here! In this episode, I'm teaming up with Craig Goldberg to talk about something we all deal with – anxiety and str...
Q&A with Dr.Russ Part 4/4
09 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Part Four of a four-part Q&A series, where I respond to questions from my MBRX students. From the most asked to the not-...
Q&A with Dr.Russ Part 3/4
02 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Part Three of a four-part Q&A series, where I respond to questions from my MBRX students. From the most asked to the not...
Q&A with Dr.Russ Part 2/4
26 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Part Two of a four-part Q&A series, where I respond to questions from my MBRX students. From the most asked to the not-s...
Q&A with Dr.Russ Part 1/4
19 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Part One of a four-part Q&A series, where I respond to questions from my MBRX students. From the most asked to the not-s...
The Gap Between You and Your Anxiety: Finding Healing in the Space Between
07 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hey everyone, Dr. Russ here! This week on The AnxietyRX Podcast, we're diving deep into the world of anxiety – not just the racing thoughts...
How Can Men Learn to Be More Emotionally Present in Fatherhood?
28 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hey Anxiety Fam, Dr. Russ here! This week's episode is for all the amazing dads out there. We're tackling a big one: emotional well-being in...
You Don't Have To THINK Everything You FEEL
22 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hey everyone, Dr. Russ here. This episode of The AnxietyRX Podcast hits a little closer to home than usual. My mom's health is declining, and...
The Manxiety Podcast: One Mistake Your Parents Made That Created Anxiety Within You
09 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to another episode of The Manxiety Podcast. This episode's about something close to all our hearts: our kids. We all want them to thr...
How Can Overcoming Anxiety Help You Become Free?
01 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Guess who's joining me this episode? My amazing friend, Amanda Johnson, an author and CEO of Awaken Village Press, the awesome folks who publ...
The Most Effective Way to Address the Root Cause of Anxiety
24 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Feeling overwhelmed by anxiety? You're not alone. In this podcast, we'll be diving deep into what makes anxiety tick, but ditch the stuffy le...
How Can Movement Help Heal Trauma and Anxiety?
18 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to another episode of the Anxiety RX podcast! Today, I'm joined by Erica Hornthal, a dance movement psychotherapist, author of Body A...
Setting Boundaries: Your Guide to Healthy Relationships
10 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to a combo episode of the AnxietyRX and the Manxiety Podcast! Join me, Dr. Russ Kennedy, and my co-host, Dr. Nima Rahmany, as we dive...
Can Hypnosis Help Control Anxiety and Trauma?
03 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hey gang! Welcome to another episode of the AnxietyRX Podcast. In the latest episode of my podcast, I had the delightful opportunity to engag...
Wholeness Within: Healing Anxiety by Reconnecting with Our Past
26 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the AnxietyRx podcast. Today, I want to explore how trauma becomes entrenched in our bodies, forming the basis of an ongoing cycle...
Drama Bonding: From Chaos to Calm
19 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this enlightening conversation with Dr. Scott Lyons, a holistic psychologist and mind-body medicine specialist, we explore the relationshi...
Fawn Response: The Silent Struggle
14 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today I have a very special guest, Dr. Nima Rahmany, a good friend and a retired chiropractor who now teaches people how to break free from t...
The Manxiety Podcast: The Anxiety of a Trauma Bond
13 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today, I am excited to share with you the first episode of The Manxiety Podcast, hosted by my colleague, Dr. Nima Rahmany. As I will be an oc...
The S.H.O.U.L.D. Method: Your Path to Inner Child Healing
12 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Anxiety Rx podcast, I want to emphasize something deeply personal and transformative: the importance of reconnecting w...
Buddha’s Legacy: Healing Anxiety Through Your Pets
04 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today, I'm sharing a personal struggle – my beloved dog, Buddha, is facing health challenges, and I'm contemplating saying goodbye. The imp...
ABCDEFGHIs of Anxiety Mastery: Insights from Anxiety Rx 2.0
28 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the AnxietyRx podcast! After a rejuvenating break, I'm thrilled to share exciting news about the revised edition of my book, Anxie...
Attachment Realities: Healing the Core Wounds
08 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the Anxiety RX podcast! Today's episode features Jessica Baum, LMHC and psychotherapist. We dive into the world of attachment, bre...
The Art of Witnessing Pain: Trust, Safety, and Growth
17 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to another episode of The AnxietyRX Podcast. Today's special guest is Vienna Pharaon, an experienced marriage and family therapist fr...
The Power of Faith in Trauma Recovery
10 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this thought-provoking podcast episode, I dive deep into the impact of faith and trauma in our lives. Childhood trauma often shakes our fa...
The Inner Critic: Exploring JABS in Anxiety
20 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I want to introduce you to an acronym I've created called JABS: Judgment, Abandonment, Blame, and Shame, primarily directed ...
Rewrite Your Narrative for Healing Anxiety
12 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to another enlightening episode of the AnxietyRx podcast! In this episode, we meet Dr. Lorne Brown, a fertility specialist with a uni...
Heal Your Anxiety Permanently - ABOUT MBRX: MY ANXIETY HEALING METHOD
06 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to another episode! In my most vulnerable moments, battling with the crippling grip of anxiety, the thought haunted me: "Is th...
Navigating the Inability to Receive
29 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, I share an intimate reflection on my own journey through understanding my avoidant attachment style, the challenges of tr...
Primal Instincts: Science, Psychology, Fear
22 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dive into the intricate dance between our primal instincts and modern anxieties. In this week's episode, my friend Arash Javanbakht, a psych...
Anxiety Simplified: The Real Reason You Feel Anxious
16 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to another episode of the AnxietyRx podcast. Today I dive into the roots of anxiety. Dr. Gordon Neufeld once said, "All anxiety is se...
Psychedelic Reflections on Anxiety and Healing
09 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this enlightening episode, join me and my friend Payam - a globally renowned psychedelic-assisted therapy expert - as we dive deep into th...
The Power of Surrender: Transforming Anxiety and Trauma
02 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I'm beyond excited to introduce you to our special guest on this week's podcast episode - Kyle Cease! Kyle and I may approach our professiona...
Anxiety to Alignment: Mind-Body Harmony
25 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I'm back from my six-week hiatus from the podcast, following a much-needed month-long vacation in August! In this episode we'll unravel the i...
Anxiety Meds: Temporary Relief or True Remedy?
27 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Throughout my journey as a medical doctor, I've had the responsibility of prescribing anxiety medications to many. They've been a beacon of r...
Why Your MD Can’t Heal Your Trauma
20 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the realm of medicine, the focus on emotional trauma has often been overlooked in the training of doctors. Yet, the impact of unad...
Healing The Anxiety Wave In Our Children
13 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In today's world, our children are facing anxiety levels like never before. In this episode I dive deep into understanding the root cau...
From Codependent to Compassionate: A Healing Journey
06 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this transformative discussion, we shed light on how codependence emerges when individuals compromise their own boundaries to support othe...
Staying Together While Apart
30 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to another episode of the Anxiety Rx podcast! Today, we have a very special guest - my beloved wife and trauma therapist, Cynthia Sol...
Healing Anxiety: Embracing the Alarm
25 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we explore the profound connection between anxious thoughts and the ALARM sensation stored in our bodies since childhood. Su...
Breaking the Silence: Exploring Hidden Trauma in ”Good” Childhoods
17 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Many people I encounter express that their childhoods were positive, yet they continue to experience trauma. There are a couple of reasons wh...
Escaping the Echoes: Overcoming the Repetition Compulsion
03 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever found yourself trapped in an endless loop of negative spirals? Do you constantly find yourself engaging in the same maladaptive...
Banned from the ’Gram: My Unexpected Path to Embracing Uncertainty
25 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
📢 Hang on tight for an intriguing episode of Anxiety Rx! Find out how Instagram banned me out of the blue, leaving me bewildered and intri...