The Paul Dooley Podcast delivers weekly, therapist-led guidance to calm overthinking and ease anxiety. Expect practical skills, grounded stories, and science-backed tools to improve mood, build resilience, and live more lightly—told by a licensed therapist who's been there.
Why You’re Still Anxious (and What to Do Differently) Ep. 11
If you've tried therapy, meditation, or medication and still feel anxious, this episode explains why. Paul breaks down what's missing in your recovery - and what to do differently starting today.
6 Oct 2025
Social Anxiety Unmasked Ep. 10
In this episode, Paul defines social anxiety and unpacks how you can break free from it with courage and self-compassion.
29 Sept 2025
Do I Have Anxiety? Here's How to Tell Ep 9
Are you wondering if what you're feeling is really anxiety - or just everyday stress? In this episode, Paul breaks down the difference between nromal worry and clinical anxiety in simple, elatable terms. You'll learn what anxiety actually looks like, how it shows up in your body and thoughts, and why self-awareness is the first step toward calm.
22 Sept 2025
Why You Feel Behind in Life — And How to Fix It Ep 8
Ever feel like everyone else has life figured out while you're stuck? In this episode, we unpack the anxiety of not being where you want to be and share practical steps to reframe comparison, track your progress, and move forward with confidence.
15 Sept 2025
The Myth of Certainty: Finding Calm in the Unknown Ep 7
Stop chasing certainty. Learn how to embrace the unknown, quiet your mind, and find calm-even when life feels unpredictable.
8 Sept 2025
Why Anxiety Sneaks Back - Even When You're Doing It Right Ep 6
You've been sleeping better, eating healthier, maybe even meditating - and then out of nowhere, anxiety sneaks back in. Frustrating, right? In this episode, I'll break down why anxiety sometimes returns even when you're "doing everything right."
We'll cover:
How your brain's threat system works like an over-sensitive fire alarm
The most common triggers that reignite anxious feelings
Practicial, therapist-approved tools you can use to reset your nervous system fast
How to reframe setbacks so they don't undo your progress
If you're ever felt like anxiety relapse means you're failing - this episode will help you see it differently. You'll walk away feeling validated, less alone, and equipped with strategies you can start using today.
1 Sept 2025
8 Therapist-Approved Skills to Calm Anxiety Ep 5
Want to know how therapists actually help people calm anxiety - and how you can use the same tools on yourself? In this episode, I break down 8 therapist-approved skills that lower anxious thoughts, stop worry, and help you feel grounded. These aren't quick fixes - they're practical, proven strategies you can start using today to reset your mind and body.
28 Aug 2025
The Hidden Fuel of Anxiety Ep 4
In today's podcast we explore how safety behaviors like cheacking, looking for exits, and sitting in the same old seat help to sustain your feelings of anxiety and worry.
25 Aug 2025
Why Fear Travels Faster Than Logic Ep 3
On today's show we explore why it is so hard to think clearly when you are feeling anxious or depressed.
21 Aug 2025
A Field Guide for What-Ifs Ep 2
A practical map for "what-if" worries. In this episode, you'll sort fears into possible/probable/improbable. I'll also share one important way to take away the power of what-if thinking.
21 Aug 2025
Dear Brain, We Need Boundaries Ep 1
A quick reset for runaway thoughts: In this episode, you'll learn how to set kind but firm boundaries with your brain and the random thoughts it generates.
21 Aug 2025
Trailer: Welcome to The Paul Dooley Podcast
Welcome to The Paul Dooley Podcast. I'm a licensed therapist and recovered overthinker-here's what to expect each week: practical tools to calm anxiety, cut down worry, and lift your mood. Subscribe for calmer, steadier days.
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