EP284: Self-Awareness Through Therapy with Annie Zimmerman

EP284: Self-Awareness Through Therapy with Annie Zimmerman

Author: Kristen Manieri January 9, 2024 Duration: 52:41

Over the past decade, therapy has shed its stigma and has become increasingly normalized. By speaking with a trained professional, we can gain the self-awareness necessary to make meaningful changes in the way we feel, think and behave. This week, psychotherapist Dr. Annie Zimmerman shares insights from her book, Your Pocket Therapist: Break Free from Old Patterns and Transform Your Life.  

 

Guest Bio

Dr. Annie Zimmerman is a psychotherapist and TikTok personality, working with clients from a psychodynamic approach. She has a PhD in psychology and lives in London where she has a thriving private practice. Her expertise centers on teaching clients how their early lives have formed strategies that might be contributing to unhelpful patterns in adulthood. You can follow her on TikTok and Instagram @your_pocket_therapist.

 

For episode homepage, resources and links, visit: https://kristenmanieri.com/episode284/ 

 

Mentioned in this Episode

Guest's book: Your Pocket Therapist: Break Free from Old Patterns and Transform Your Life 

https://www.amazon.com/Your-Pocket-Therapist-Patterns-Transform/dp/0063349604 

Guest's website: https://www.therapyeastlondon.net/ 

 

Host Bio

Kristen Manieri is a coach who works with teams to increase both productivity and wellbeing. She also helps individuals navigate transition with clarity and confidence. Her areas of focus are: stress reduction, energy management, mindset, resilience, habit formation, rest rituals, and self-care. As the host of the weekly 60 Mindful Minutes podcast, an Apple top 100 social science podcast, Kristen has interviewed over 200 authors about what it means to live a more conscious, connected, intentional and joyful life. Learn more at kristenmanieri.com/work-with-me. 

 

Learn more about coaching: Kristen@kristenmanieri.com 

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In a world that often feels rushed and fragmented, 60 Mindful Minutes offers a space to slow down and reconnect with what matters. Host Kristen Manieri sits down with best-selling authors and thinkers, not for abstract theory, but for practical conversations about weaving intention into the fabric of daily life. This podcast lives at the intersection of science, health, and social connection, exploring how small shifts in awareness can lead to profound changes in our well-being and relationships. Each episode feels like a deep, personal dialogue, where guests share their insights on living with greater consciousness and purpose. You’ll hear tangible ideas for fostering deeper connections with others and with yourself, all grounded in accessible wisdom. The aim is to leave you reflecting on your own patterns and possibilities-questioning how you might engage with the world more fully. By dedicating this time to mindful exploration, the podcast becomes a tool for personal evolution, one thoughtful conversation at a time. Tune in for a consistent source of inspiration that challenges you to examine your habits, your relationships, and your inner landscape, all through the lens of living deliberately.
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