The Therapy Edit
281 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 days ago -Pep talks packed with grounding words for motherhood feelings. Enjoy a twice weekly dose of The Therapy Edit.
On Monday's you'll find ten minute episodes of Anna's Psychotherapy knowledge woven with with her candid chat about motherhood. Fridays bring 15 minute episodes featuring a guest sharing the one thing they'd love to share with fellow mothers.
Anna Mathur is Times Bestselling author of 'Mind over Mother', and 'Know Your Worth'. Her most recent book 'The Little Book of Calm for New Mum's' is out now.
Anna is passionate about taking therapy outside of the therapy room, she shares insights that have changed the lives of her clients, and transformed hers too.
More from Anna:
Times Bestselling books: ‘Mind Over Mother - Every mums guide to worry and anxiety in the first years’ and ‘Know Your Worth - How to build your self-esteem, grow in confidence and worry less about what people think;
Instagram: @annamathur
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Episodes
On 7 types of anger
April 22, 2024 01:15 - 11 minutes - 10.6 MBIn this solo episode of The Therapy Edit, Anna covers the topic of anger! Rage in motherhood is a big deal and in this short and sweet episode you can learn about each type of anger and how you can start to manage it, reduce shame and be a happier mother. Another resource in your mental health toolkit on the rollercoaster of motherhood. We hope it's a help.
One Thing with Suzy Reading on how to choose yourself
April 19, 2024 02:30 - 22 minutes - 20.3 MBIn this Friday guest episode of The Therapy Edit, Anna chats with long overdue guest, Suzy Reading about her One Thing; how to choose yourself. Suzy is a mother of two, an author, Chartered Psychologist and Coach. She specialises in self-care, helping people manage their stress, emotions, and energetic bank balance. It was her life experience of motherhood colliding with the terminal illness of her father that sparked her passion for self-care which she now teaches to her clients, young and ...
On a tip for being more confident
April 15, 2024 01:20 - 10 minutes - 9.75 MBIn this ten minute solo episode of The Therapy Edit, Anna shares a tip that has the potential to change a lot in your life, leaving you more confident to establish your boundaries and enjoy a happier and more mindful motherhood experience. We hope it makes a big difference to you.
One Thing with Emily Norris on a few mum hacks you're going to LOVE!
April 12, 2024 01:55 - 21 minutes - 19.9 MBIn this Friday guest episode of The Therapy Edit, Anna chats to the queen of the mum hack, Emily Norris who shares a couple of her go-to motherhood hacks that are guaranteed to make your life as a mum that bit easier. Emily is a mum to 3 gorgeous boys who started her YouTube channel in 2014 as a way of recording her children growing up and sharing my experiences of motherhood. On Emily's channel you will find pregnancy videos, a birth video, ‘Day in the life of vlogs’, cleaning, hacks, organ...
On how to like yourself more
April 08, 2024 01:15 - 11 minutes - 10.5 MBIn this short Monday solo episode of The Therapy Edit Anna answers a question from a listener and explores tried and tested ways that you can learn to like yourself more. As always there are heaps more resources available to help you with this topic, many of which are mentioned in this episode. Visit annamathur.com to find out more.
One Thing with Becca Maberly on why it's ok not to love every minute
April 05, 2024 01:35 - 22 minutes - 20.1 MBIn this Friday guest episode of The Therapy Edit, Anna chats to guest Becca Maberly about her One Thing; how it's ok not to love every minute. Becca is an antenatal and postnatal expert and the founder of A Mother Place- famed for Telling it Like it is about pregnancy, birth and what comes after! She is also the author of Nobody Tells You (over 100 honest stories about pregnancy, birth and parenthood) and more recently The Mother of All Journals - a paper-based space where you’ll find sup...
On 3 ways to care less about what people think
April 01, 2024 01:00 - 10 minutes - 9.89 MBIn this solo episode of The Therapy Edit Anna offers her amazing listeners three bits of advice about how to care less about what others think. Anyone needing more help with this will definitely enjoy the Week on Worth course, People Pleasing workshop or Anna's second book, Know Your Worth.
One Thing with Matt Coyne on why moaning is just fine
March 29, 2024 02:45 - 22 minutes - 20.7 MBIn this guest episode of The Therapy Edit, Anna chats to author and comedian Matt Coyne about his One Thing; why it's always ok to have a moan. Matt's advice to parents all around the globe is ...'Complain! Its fine, its healthy, its good. In fact.. I reckon its vital.' Follow Matt on Instagram here. Matt's incredible debut novel, Frank and Red is out now and you can get your copy here. Man vs Baby’s Matt Coyne is from Sheffield, South Yorkshire. In September 2015, Matt’s life was turned...
On how to cope when you're tired but you can't rest
March 25, 2024 02:55 - 11 minutes - 10.8 MBIn this solo episode of The Therapy Edit, Anna shares six tips that listeners can use to cope when they are really depleted and craving rest but are unable to find it. We hope those of you who are battling with exhaustion or who are struggling, find these suggestions useful.
One Thing with Kelly Hoppen on creating a sanctuary space
March 22, 2024 02:05 - 19 minutes - 17.8 MBIn this guest episode of The Therapy Edit, Anna chats to interior design guru, Kelly Hoppen CBE about her One Thing: on how to create your true sanctuary space. Having changed the face of the design industry with her East Meets West style, multi-award winning designer Kelly Hoppen CBE is one of the most sought-after designers of her generation. Kelly’s ever-evolving style, defined by a subtle fusion of clean lines and neutral tones and intuitively balanced with an opulent warmth, has been h...
On how to receive compliments
March 18, 2024 02:40 - 9 minutes - 9.08 MBIn this Monday, ten minute solo epsiode, Anna supports listeners to work on their worth and to accept and receive compliments confidently. If you want to take the next steps to boost your feelings of self worth and work on how you accept compliments, take a look at Anna's video workshop, Week on Worth or enjoy her second book, Know Your Worth.
One Thing with Kate Rowe-Ham on not fearing your menopause
March 15, 2024 02:10 - 21 minutes - 20.1 MBIn this guest episode of The Therapy Edit, Anna speaks to Personal Trainer, author and menopause expert about her one thing; how menopause can be an ideal time to reflect and thrive and isn't something we should fear. Kate Rowe-Ham, is a PT, mum of 3 , author of Owning Your Menopause : Fitter . Calmer Stronger in 30 Days and Founder of the Owning your menopause app. Find out more about Kate on her website and follow her on Instagram.
On how to get more time for yourself
March 11, 2024 02:30 - 9 minutes - 8.75 MBIn this solo episode of The Therapy Edit Anna muses over how mums can find more time for themselves when it just doesn't seem that there is any! If it's time for you that you're craving, this will be a great listen. Enjoy!
One Thing with Dr Martha Deiros Collado on why good parenting starts with you
March 08, 2024 02:55 - 22 minutes - 20.6 MBIn this Friday episode of The Therapy Edit Anna chats to dream guest, Dr Martha Deiros Collado about her One Thing; on why good parenting starts with you. Dr Martha Deiros Collado, is a clinical psychologist and HCPC registered practitioner with over 20 years of clinical and academic experience. She is also a mother of two, a yogi, a runner, and adventure sports enthusiast. What's more Dr Martha is now a published author! Her brand new book, How To Be The Grown Up. Why Good Parenting Starts...
On how to avoid temptation
March 04, 2024 02:20 - 11 minutes - 10.8 MBIn this quick solo episode of The Therapy Edit, Anna takes a look at temptation and how we can support ourselves to steer clear of things we're tempted by, but that we know don't serve us. Useful tips that could help you stay on top of the habits you've committed to in 2024.
One Thing with Nicola Elliot on creating your unique wellbeing toolkit
March 01, 2024 02:25 - 20 minutes - 19.1 MBIn this Friday guest episode of The Therapy Edit, Anna chats to founder of the wellbeing brand, NEOM, Nicola Elliot about her One Thing; adopting a flexible approach to your wellbeing and creating your own unique toolkit. Nicola Elliott is the founder of NEOM - a British wellbeing brand which harnesses the powers of 100% natural essential oils to help boost your wellbeing. After spending seven hectic years working a 60-hour week as a journalist in London, Nicola really started to feel the ...
On the importance of challenging independence
February 26, 2024 02:35 - 11 minutes - 10.4 MBIn today's solo episode of The Therapy Edit, Anna considers how some of us approach a need to be fiercely independent and how we're hard wired to perceive that asking for accepting help is a sign of failure. If this sounds like you, be sure to have a listen. It's also a total joy when we hear about friends sharing episode links via WhatsApps or texts - if you know someone whose independence is making their lives harder than they need to be, this could be a great gift to pass along.
One Thing with Natalie Anderson on how you'll never have parenting all figured out
February 23, 2024 02:15 - 21 minutes - 19.4 MBIn this guest episode of The Therapy Edit, Anna chats to actress, presenter, writer and founder of The Capsule, Natalie Anderson about her One Thing; how you'll never have it all figured out when it comes to parenting. Natalie Anderson is an actress, presenter and writer. Her most notable screen work includes Fool Me Once (Netflix), Memory (Black Bear Pictures), Happy Valley (BBC) & Emmerdale (ITV) in which she played the role of Alicia Metcalfe for 5 years. Her stage work includes Wicked (W...
On the best gift I've given my kids
February 19, 2024 02:20 - 10 minutes - 9.62 MBIn this short solo episode Anna shares the decision making process and benefits of a massive change she introduced to her life last year. If you want to find a way to be a more patient parent, this episode could be for you. We hope you enjoy the listen, don't forget to rate, review, subscribe and share! Thank you x
One Thing with Annie Zimmerman on understanding the power of your subconscious mind
February 16, 2024 02:35 - 21 minutes - 19.6 MBIn this guest episode of The Therapy Edit, Anna chats to fellow Psychotherapist, Annie Zimmerman about her One Thing; how we can understand the power of our subconscious mind and start to recognise how it might be impacting our choices and relationships. Annie Zimmerman PhD, is a psychotherapist, writer and academic. Annie began posting her life changing insights from the therapy room on TikTok and Instagram as @your_pocket_therapist in 2021 and has since amassed a large and dedicated follow...
On 5 benefits to waving perfectionism goodbye
February 12, 2024 02:05 - 11 minutes - 10.8 MBIn this ten minute solo episode of The Therapy Edit Anna reflects on the quest for perfection and offers some advice and motivation for letting it go! If you're caught up in a cycle of comparison or striving to be better and better and better, we hope this episode helps you let go of the need to find perfection.
One Thing with Roxie Nafousi on asking for what you need
February 09, 2024 02:55 - 21 minutes - 19.5 MBIn this Friday guest episode of The Therapy Edit, Anna chats to author, self-development coach and manifesting expert, Roxie Nafousi, about her One Thing; on the importance of asking for what you need. Roxie Nafousi is a renowned self-development coach, inspirational speaker, manifesting expert, and a two-time Sunday Times Bestselling author. Her debut book, "MANIFEST: 7 Steps to Living Your Best Life," achieved global acclaim since its release in January 2022 and is widely regarded as the ...
On why you should embrace the comfort zone
February 05, 2024 02:40 - 10 minutes - 9.41 MBIn this ten minute, solo episode Anna offers up some grounding words on a topic she has been mulling over in her mind, reframing your comfort zone. We really hope Anna's words resonate with you and that you find them helpful in your daily life.
One Thing with Carly Rowena on how nothing is permanent except death
February 02, 2024 02:50 - 21 minutes - 19.9 MBIn this guest episode of The Therapy Edit, Anna chats to author, retreat host, coach and mentor, Carly Rowena about her One Thing; on how nothing is permanent except death. From conquering Mt Kilimanjaro to Machu Picchi, from Portugal to Bali, England to Greece creating a safe space for individuals to come and explore who they really are with likeminded people is one Carly's favourite things to do and she has in fact just moved to Bali! Fine out more about all that Carly has to offer here:...
On how to form habits that last
January 29, 2024 02:10 - 10 minutes - 9.49 MBIn this solo episode, published in the week in January that so many of us will be questioning whether we can maintain the ambitious resolutions and pledges that we set ourselves as the New Year dawned, Anna offers advice on how listeners can form habits that really last. We hope they help you keep going and make simple changes that you can fancify later. We hope you enjoy.
One Thing with Grace Mortimer on taking the pressure of family mealtimes
January 26, 2024 02:05 - 22 minutes - 20.2 MBIn this Friday guest episode of The Therapy Edit, Anna chats to founder of @myfirstmeals, Grace Mortimer about her one thing, taking the pressure of family meals. Grace is a mum of one from Gloucestershire and her first Sunday Times Bestselling Book, My First Meals: Fast, fun and easy recipes for children with just five ingredients, was published in 2022. And you can now pre-order her second book My Family Meals: Discover delicious, nutritious budget-friendly recipes for the whole family whi...
On letting going of control... just a little bit
January 22, 2024 02:25 - 12 minutes - 11.3 MBIn this solo episode of The Therapy Edit Anna shares a poem and helps listeners take baby steps to let go of control, just a little bit. As always, we hope this listen gives you some ideas for making your life easier, fuller and more joyful.
One Thing Live At The Baby Show!
January 19, 2024 02:35 - 34 minutes - 31.7 MBBetter later than never! This week we've finally found space on the busy publishing schedule of The Therapy Edit to share this amazing recording of a live episode that Anna recorded at The Baby Show in 2023. In this one-of-a-kind episode Anna chats to no nonsense self development coach Holly Matthews and influencer Laura Coleman about the One Thing that they would share with all the mums in front of a LIVE audience! It's a brilliant listen and great to hear the panel share their experience...
On how to feel less irritable
January 15, 2024 02:55 - 10 minutes - 9.93 MBIn this Monday solo episode, Anna takes a dive into those moments when you feel snappy, short tempered and just plain irritable. As well as helping mums understand just how common this feeling is, Anna explores a few practical tips to help you manage these emotions. For more advice and a deeper dive into the topics of anger and irritability, make sure you've read Raising a Happier Mother.
One Thing with Irsa Saleem on finding the positive in every situation
January 12, 2024 01:45 - 25 minutes - 23.1 MBIn this guest episode of The Therapy Edit, Anna chats to fashion, family and lifestyle influencer about her One Thing; pulling something positive, no matter how small, out of every situation. Irsa Saleem is a talented and diverse creator focussing on high-quality fashion, beauty, lifestyle, and parenting content. Irsa’s content primarily sits across Instagram and YouTube but more recently her husband, Marcus, and daughters Mia and Alaia joined forces to set up @TheRenzFamily TikTok account. ...
On how to hit the reset button on bad habits
January 08, 2024 01:50 - 11 minutes - 10.7 MBIn this Monday solo episode of The Therapy Edit Anna offers listeners useful tips to help them reset the button on bad habits and proactively make the decision to know their worth and make themselves a priority so that they are better equipped to prioritise others. We hope you find it helpful. x
One Thing with April Pearson on why you should stop worrying that things are going to go wrong.
January 05, 2024 02:15 - 23 minutes - 21.1 MBIn this Friday guest episode of The Therapy Edit, Anna chats to 'that girl from Skins', April Pearson about her One Thing; on why you should stop worrying that things are going to go wrong. Trigger warning: April shares her experience of miscarriage and difficult pregnancies. April Pearson is best known for playing Michelle in the original cast of hit TV series, Skins. Her screen work includes feature films, Tormented, Home For Christmas, Tank 432, Tucked, Sideshow and Netflix Originals ser...
On 5 things to let go of in 2024
January 01, 2024 02:40 - 11 minutes - 10.7 MBHappy New Year! This episode is published on the 1st January 2024 and Anna welcome listeners to a brand new year by offering them 5 things to let go of in 2024. We hope it helps you start the year knowing your worth and setting yourself up for a great and happy year.
One Thing with Rosie Nixon on how reinvention is always possible
December 29, 2023 02:20 - 24 minutes - 22.2 MBIn this inspiring guest episode of The Therapy Edit, Anna speaks to Rosie Nixon, former Editor-in-Chief of HELLO! magazine about her One Thing; how reinvention is always an option. Following her own recent professional reinvention, Rosie's honest words will be a huge boost to everyone out there feeling like their current work just isn't working for them anymore. Rosie lives in Surrey and, after a thrilling time as Editor in Chief and Editor of HELLO! magazine, she decided it was time to sup...
On come and walk with me for 10 minutes
December 25, 2023 02:15 - 11 minutes - 10.6 MBIf you're listening to this episode on the day it's published - Happy Christmas 2023! We hope you're having a great time. In this episode Anna invites you to take a moment away from the chaos or the feelings of overwhelm that might be creeping in or bursting out of you. Join Anna on a short ten minute walk, grab your headphones, grab your coat and enjoy a mini therapy session that will leave you better equipped to enjoy the rest of the day. We really hope it helps. x
One Thing with Dr Alex George on stomping and prioritising what makes you feel anchored
December 22, 2023 02:15 - 22 minutes - 20.8 MBIn this guest episode of The Therapy Edit Anna welcomes long time friend and colleague, Dr Alex George to the podcast. Published the week before Christmas, Alex shares his one thing; finding your anchor and routine over Christmas and indeed across the whole year. Dr. Alex George is a TV doctor, best-selling author, and Youth Mental Health Ambassador to the government. Alex has become a well known and respected figure amongst healthcare professionals in the UK, from his years as an A&E docto...
On 5 ways to find a new you
December 18, 2023 02:50 - 12 minutes - 11.1 MBIn this solo episode of The Therapy Edit that airs in the run up to Christmas, Anna looks to get ahead of the New Year New You way of thinking and offers listeners 5 ways to a new you, or more sustainably 5 small things you can do to help you feel better. No target smashing required! We hope you enjoy.
One Thing with Zoë de Pass on finding the right new mum friends
December 15, 2023 02:10 - 22 minutes - 20.2 MBIn this episode of The Therapy Edit, Anna chats to Zoë de Pass (aka Dress Like a Mum) about her One Thing; on finding your true new mums friends by embracing your old and new identity as a mum, particularly when it comes to fashion and design. Zoë's ‘Dress Like A Mum’ blog was designed to dispel the myth that mum’s can’t dress and inspire women to hold on to their identity and energy in the midst of parenthood and develop timeless and sustainable wardrobes.This campaign helped Zoë build her ...
On how to feel less stressed
December 11, 2023 02:15 - 10 minutes - 9.66 MBIn this solo Monday episode that lands at a particularly busy time of year, Anna reflects on one of those hectic mornings that left her feeling super stressed. She considers how differently she might have approached the morning and how we can all take some steps to feel a little less stressed. We hope it really resonates and helps some of you to feel less stressed too.
One Thing with Mel Schilling on why your mind is like a radio station
December 08, 2023 02:50 - 23 minutes - 21.3 MBIn this fabulous guest episode of The Therapy Edit, Anna chats to Married at First Sight Relationships and Dating coach, Mel Schilling about her One Thing; on why your mind is like a radio station and you get to change the channel! Melanie Schilling is a respected and high profile thought-leader in inspiring confidence, courage and competence. She has built a 20-year career as a confidence coach, speaker, TV presenter, business consultant and leadership coach for high-performing businesses ...
On 3 steps to take the stress out of Christmas
December 04, 2023 02:50 - 10 minutes - 9.97 MBIn this ten minute solo episode of The Therapy Edit, Anna takes a moment to offer listeners three therapeutic and practical steps to take the stress out of Christmas. We really hope it helps.
One Thing with Millie Gooch on how to navigate the festive season alcohol free
December 01, 2023 02:00 - 21 minutes - 20 MBIn this episode of The Therapy Episode, Anna (who completely coincidentally has just embarked upon her own alcohol free journey) chats to Millie Gooch about her top tips for an alcohol free festive season. Millie Gooch is the founder of the Sober Girl Society and is one of the voices leading the sobriety movement in the UK. As a journalist, she has written for a range of publications, and her campaigning work has been featured everywhere from ELLE and Stylist to the BBC and Evening Standard....
On stepping out of the fast lane this Christmas
November 27, 2023 02:45 - 10 minutes - 9.2 MBIn this solo episode of The Therapy Edit that lands in the lead up to Christmas, Anna offers her listeners advice on how to conserve their time and energy by stepping out of the fast lane. We hope it's a help to you.
One Thing with Simon Ong on harnessing the power of your positive energy
November 24, 2023 02:20 - 20 minutes - 18.7 MBIn this guest episode of The Therapy Edit, Anna chats to Simon Ong about his one thing; the power of your positive energy and how you can harness it to attract great things into your life. Simon Ong is a Life Coach and Business Strategist, an author and a Dad! Simon runs an online community, Energize where he introduces you to the art and science of energy management. In a world where we are always 'on', Simon coaches you to work with your natural energy resources to recognize your most ene...
On a simple, quick and grounding tool
November 20, 2023 02:40 - 10 minutes - 9.66 MBIn this solo episode of The Therapy Edit, Anna shares one simple, quick and grounding tool to help you feel better. Sometimes we don't recommend the simple or the quick, but this tip always helps, no matter what. So don't let it pass you by! We hope it's a help.
One Thing with Malin Andersson on not losing YOU in motherhood
November 17, 2023 02:45 - 21 minutes - 19.7 MBOn this guest epsiode of The Therapy Edit, Anna chats to Malin Andersson about her one thing; on losing yourself in motherhood. An emotionally charged and moving conversation, Malin really opens up and together she and Anna offer listeners relatble experiences of motherhood and tips for finding ways to really live as well as being a great mother, Heads up that this episode contains some fruity language in case you have little ones in earshot! Malin Andersson is a broadcaster, motivational...
On 5 tips for managing guilt from past parenting choices
November 13, 2023 02:55 - 10 minutes - 9.94 MBIn this Monday solo episode of The Therapy Edit Anna answers a question she hears a lot; how do you manage guilt that relates to previous parenting choices. We hope you find it helps.
One Thing with Mrs OT on allowing yourself to acknowledge the loss of your former self in motherhood
November 10, 2023 02:10 - 22 minutes - 20.9 MBIn this guest episode of The Therapy Edit, Anna chats to guest Mrs OT, (aka Kate Okello Tarrant) who shares her one thing; allowing yourself to acknowledge the loss of your former self in motherhood. After years of establishing a successful career as a voice artist and stage/film actor, motherhood took Kate on an unexpected plot twist as the pandemic hit alongside the birth of her first born. Recognising the lack of support for mothers during this time, she used the career 'pause' to train a...
On one simple tool for comparison
November 06, 2023 02:05 - 9 minutes - 8.76 MBIn this solo episode of The Therapy Edit, Anna offers listener a simple and grounding technique to help you compare yourself to others less. Listen to this episode and learn how NOT to fall into a comparison trap. We really hope it's a help.
One Thing with Nadia The Osteopath on fostering healthy posture in your children
November 03, 2023 02:30 - 22 minutes - 20.7 MBIn this Friday guest episode of The Therapy Edit, Anna chats to Nadia the Osteopath about her One Thing; the importance of fostering healthy posture in your children. Nadia Alibhai has over two decades of experience empowering individuals to live healthier lives and addressing body-structural problems resulting from illness or poor posture. She has been hailed by her patients as their 'secret weapon to total wellbeing' and has helped thousands overcome various aches and pains, ranging from s...