Episodes
Why change? Drs. Smithyman and Stout explore motivation for changing our anxiety driven behaviors. In this episode, we dive deep into understanding the process of change in therapy, starting from the initial motivation to change to facing resistance, using the Stages of Change model and Motivational Interviewing. We discuss why making a change is so difficult, the hurdles encountered during therapy, and how move through these challenges. Listen as we share examples of how these processes...
Published 05/26/23
Published 05/26/23
Are you constantly feeling like a fraud, despite your accomplishments? Do you struggle with self-doubt and feel like you don't deserve your success? If so, you're not alone. Welcome to "Anxious in Austin" where Dr. Smithyman and Dr. Stout, two experienced psychologists, will take you on a journey to understand and overcome imposter syndrome. With cutting-edge scientific research and real-life examples from their clinical and personal experience, they will help you recognize the signs of...
Published 02/09/23
Here's an interview with Dr. Smithyman about his new social anxiety book--with Dr. Marianne Stout from the Anxious in Austin podcast.   You can get find the book here: https://geni.us/DatingWithoutFear
Published 12/20/22
Dr. Smithyman and Dr. Stout explore why building community is important to your mental health and how to do it post pandemic.
Published 02/26/22
Dr. Smithyman and Dr. Stout explore why we filter who we really are, the benefits of vulnerability, and how to take steps toward authenticity and connection.
Published 01/18/22
Dr. Smithyman and Dr. Stout discuss whether gratitude journals, identifying the positive, and acts of kindness can improve anxiety.
Published 11/23/21
Dr. Smithyman and Dr. Stout discuss how to cope and succeed in the face of stressors.
Published 11/10/21
Dr. Smithyman and Dr. Stout examine common anxieties about getting the new Covid-19 vaccines.
Published 06/17/21
Dr. Stout and Dr. Smithyman address the benefits of social connection and how getting stuck in the all-or-nothing trap can harm your mental and physical health.
Published 02/02/21
Dr. Smithyman and Dr. Stout explore the role of self-esteem in anxiety and how your relationship with yourself can impact your ability to cope.
Published 08/25/20
Dr. Smithyman and Dr. Stout have an updated discussion about the Coronavirus pandemic and ways to cope with staying at home.
Published 05/14/20
Dr. Smithyman and Dr. Stout discuss Coronavirus and the psychology of panic and fear with modern pandemics.
Published 03/07/20
Dr. Stout and Dr. Smithyman introduce the fundamentals of exposure therapy and how and why it works in reducing anxiety's grip.
Published 12/05/19
Dr. Stout and Dr. Smithyman explore the research on "social snack" or minimal social interactions and how they serve to help with mood and longevity.
Published 07/19/19
Dr. Smithyman and Dr. Stout discuss how loved ones can help someone struggling anxiety without making it worse.  
Published 05/09/19
Dr. Stout and Dr. Smithyman discuss the research as well as their clinical and personal experience with meditation and its affect on anxiety.
Published 04/06/19
Dr. Stout and Dr. Smithyman discuss research on how and why exercise can improve anxiety, with specific attention on panic disorder and social anxiety.
Published 02/25/19
Dr. Stout and Dr. Smithyman explore the timely topic of burn out and self-care.  Listen as they tackle their first transcontinental podcast!
Published 01/28/19
Dr. Smithyman and Dr. Stout interview colleague Dr. Christine Leyva to better understand what treating a cockroach phobia looks like and how this can apply to all simple phobias.  Enjoy!
Published 11/15/18
Dr. Stout and Dr. Smithyman discuss the benefits of group therapy in treating anxiety disorders and why it works.  
Published 10/08/18
Are you in an abusive relationship with your anxiety?  Dr. Smithyman and Dr. Stout discuss the fundamental shift necessary for successful treatment: changing your relationship with your anxiety.  Listen as they explore how your perspective of anxiety influences its impact.
Published 08/30/18
Dr. Smithyman and Dr. Stout interview PTSD expert and colleague, Dr. Ryan Douglas, to learn about how to diagnose and treat this painful disorder.
Published 07/10/18
Dr. Smithyman and Dr. Stout discuss the many benefits of self-compassion including increasing motivation, happiness, resiliency, drive, positive body image, and calmness.  
Published 05/30/18
Dr. Smithyman and Dr. Stout explore why we have shame, what's so good about guilt, and how to combat these tough emotions.
Published 03/20/18