Ep 35: Attack of The Cringe with Dr. Ellen Hendriksen of Savvy Psychologist

Have you ever been haunted by an ancient memory? Or spooked by an intrusive thought? This Halloween episode explores the fears that many of us experience. Thanks to a listener letter from Anxious in Ann Arbor, we dive into social anxiety and cringe attacks, whilst crafting you a waterproof metaphor for your anxiety.

Momma B is especially thrilled for you to meet today’s guest, Ellen Hendriksen, Ph.D. She is a clinical psychologist who helps millions calm their anxiety and be their authentic selves through her award-winning podcast, Savvy Psychologist, and her book, How to Be Yourself.

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DR. MOM & DR. ELLEN’S COLLABORATIVELY PACKED BAG OF MENTAL HEALTH TREATS

Mom’s fav pod, made by Dr. Ellen: Savvy Psychologist
https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/savvy-psychologist

Dr. Ellen’s book, How to Be Yourself: Quiet Your Inner Critic and Rise Above Social Anxiety: https://us.macmillan.com/books/9781250161703

Melissa Dahl’s book: Cringeworthy: A Theory of Awkwardness:
http://a.co/d/6ua047T

An excerpted chapter from Cringeworthy:
https://www.thecut.com/article/how-to-stop-reliving-embarrassing-memories.html

A book on EMDR: http://a.co/d/eidR9ej

A primer on CBT: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/basics/cognitive-behavioral-therapy

More information on intrusive thoughts: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/mental-mishaps/201410/controlling-my-intrusive-thoughts?amp

Mom also loves Bustle: https://www.bustle.com/p/how-to-actually-deal-with-intrusive-thoughts-according-to-experts-8800188

Meet Momma B in San Francisco at Love Jerks’ Rock Opera Release Party on Saturday, Nov 3 @ The Make-Out Room
bit.ly/2OtRyug

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