475 Social Anxiety TRICK: Focus on THIS ONE THING to Instantly Feel More Confident in Groups

475 Social Anxiety TRICK: Focus on THIS ONE THING to Instantly Feel More Confident in Groups

Author: Kimberley Quinlan, LMFT | Anxiety & OCD Specialist March 4, 2026 Duration: 20:34

In this episode, I share a powerful mindset shift that helps you stop performing in social situations and start connecting,  even when anxiety comes along for the ride. If social situations leave you replaying conversations for hours afterward, this episode is going to give you a completely different way to respond.


For over fifteen years, Kimberley Quinlan has worked as a therapist specializing in anxiety and OCD, and she brings that deep clinical experience directly to each episode of Your Anxiety Toolkit-Practical Skills for Anxiety, Panic & Depression. This isn't about abstract theory; it's a place for practical, science-based skills you can use in real time. Kimberley, a licensed marriage and family therapist, breaks down the nuances of anxiety, panic attacks, depression, and obsessive-compulsive patterns into understandable parts, offering tangible tools for managing difficult emotions and reclaiming your day. Recognized by The New York Times as one of "6 Podcasts to Soothe An Anxious Mind," the podcast operates on a fundamental belief: thriving is possible even while facing mental health challenges. Each conversation is a step toward that goal, focusing on actionable strategies that foster resilience. Tuning in means hearing compassionate, expert guidance that feels like a supportive conversation, all centered on the conviction that a beautiful life is within reach. This podcast serves as a reliable resource for anyone looking to move from simply coping to genuinely flourishing, with Kimberley’s steady voice offering both clarity and hope.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 50

Your Anxiety Toolkit - Practical Skills for Anxiety, Panic & Depression
Podcast Episodes
482 Why My ERP Isn't Working: 5 Common Mistakes & What to Fix [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 21:55
In this episode, I walk you through the five most common mistakes people make with ERP and share practical, compassionate strategies to help you break free from the OCD cycle and make your recovery work more effective.
481 Harm OCD Explained: What It Is, Why It Happens & How to Manage It [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 31:26
In this heartfelt episode, Kimberley Quinlan and therapist Lacey Yukelson unpack what harm OCD really is, why it feels so terrifying, and how recovery becomes possible when you stop fighting the thoughts and start changi…
480 People Pleasers and the Shame They Hide (with Maggie Nick) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 52:49
In this heartfelt episode, I sit down with Maggie Nick to explore why so many "good kids" grow into adults carrying deep shame, people-pleasing patterns, and fear of disappointing others—and how healing begins with compa…