I'm a reproductive & integrative psychiatrist here to help you make sense of the complex world of women's mental health. If your goal is to improve your emotional well-being, find fulfillment, and feel like your best self, you're in the right place. My podcast will help you gain awareness & education on key topics in women's mental health & steer you towards actionable advice based on integrative mental health treatment approaches. Please note that while Anna Glezer, MD is a clinical doctor, ...
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Choosing a Midwife with Born Wild Midwifery
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41:25Licensed midwife Sophia Henderson and her apprentice in training Carissa Rose share their wisdom and experience about midwifery care. We discuss the differences between midwifery care and other obstetric clinicians, dispel myths, and reflect on the importance of individualized, empowered support during this life transition. Learn more: Born Wild Mi…
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Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy with Chelsea Anjeski
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27:34Our pelvic floor is essential for healthy function, and its ability to provide support can be disrupted by childbirth, hormonal changes such as those in perimenopause, stress, and more. In this episode, physical therapist and owner of LevelUp Wellness & PT, Chelsea Anjeski shares her expertise. Learn more about Chelsea & LevelUp Resources: To learn…
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Restorative Reproductive Medicine with Dr. Minjeur
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46:23Dr. Minjeur, an expert in the female menstrual cycle, shares her expertise on topics like hormonal health, PCOS, and perimenopause, including the psychological impacts of challenges with hormones. You can learn more about Dr. Monica Minjeur and her practice: RadiantClinic.com Resources: To learn more about me and my reproductive & integrative psych…
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Learning Pearls from NorCal Psychiatry Conference
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11:14I attended the annual NCPS conference in March and in this episode, I'm sharing several learning pearls from my experience - topics like Tai Chi for mental health, newer psychotherapy options, the gut-brain connection, and apps and AI tools for mental health support. Links: NCPS.org MINDapp.org To learn more about me and my reproductive & integrati…
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Healing Touch for Treating Pain with Njideka Olatunde, ND
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32:42Pain often comes with a host of mental health consequences and can sometimes be undertreated or dismissed in women. In this episode, I speak with Dr. Njideka N. Olatunde, a naturopathic clinician and master reflexologist on the way healing touch can target pain and provide relief. Get in Touch with Njideka: Resources: To learn more about me and my …
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Int'l Women's Day & Adolescent Sexual Health with Dr. Duggan
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29:12March 8th, International Women's Day, is a celebration of women across the world - their accomplishments, achievements, and progress. This year's theme focuses on accelerating action to promote the next generation of women and girls. In line with this theme, I'm excited to share an interview with an accomplished female physician, Dr. Duggan, whose …
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Endometriosis is a condition that impacts at least 10% of women, and we know it comes with significant mental health challenges - anxiety, depression, and a reduced quality of life. In this episode we'll review these associations and discuss how to create a comprehensive and holistic care plan for yourself if you're struggling with this condition. …
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Healing Your Nervous System with Marny Culpepper
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40:05Trauma and stress impact our sympathetic nervous system. In this episode, I speak with Marny Culpepper, an acupuncturist who specializes in using tools like breathwork to heal an overactive and overworked nervous system. Connect with Marny: 1. Website: https://MarnyCulpepper.com 2. Vital Spark Wellness Consult booking link 3. https://www.heartmath.…
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Termination for Medical Reasons - A Patient Perspective
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48:26Termination for Medical Reasons is not often discussed but can be an immensely important and emotionally challenging experience for many in their reproductive journeys. In this episode, I had the opportunity to connect with Robin Imholte, who eloquently and meaningfully shared her experience. To learn more about me and my reproductive & integrative…
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Author Eileen Santos Rosete joins us to share the highlights and learning pearls of her newly published book - To Tend and To Hold, a much-needed reverent honor to those who have survived a pregnancy loss. Links: To Tend and to Hold: https://www.eileensantosrosete.com/to-tend-and-to-hold-book Webinar on Menopause and Midlife Mental Health To learn …
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Being a new parent is challenging! Communication with your partner is essential, and in this episode we'll review the first step of mindset work in order to effectively ask for help to improve feelings like guilt and overwhelm, and 9 strategies and tools you can use to effectively communicate with your partner to develop a strong relationship as ne…
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Financial stress, especially during holiday times, is one of the leading causes of stress, anxiety, and insomnia in the US, and women are often affected more than men. In this episode, we'll dive into the data behind the connection of financial stress and mental health and review interventions to improve your financial mindset, from cognitive strat…
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I chat with Dr. Tamara Beckford, an ER physician and founder of UR Caring Docs, which helps high achieving women overcome burnout. She shares with us the definition of burnout, how to distinguish on a continuum with mental health challenges, how to prevent it, and when to reach out for help. This is a perfect time of year to listen to this, and I'v…
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Learning Pearls from the 8th Annual Reproductive Mental Health Conference
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22:58With this podcast, my online course, and other ventures, my goal is to increase the education of clinicians and the public on topics related to women's mental health and reproductive psychiatry. One of my favorite yearly learning opportunities is the annual Bay Area Reproductive Mental Health Conference. In this episode, I'll summarize the learning…
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Election anxiety is prominent right now. A recent poll by the APA noted 73% of adults are worried. In this episode, we'll review the psychology behind this anxiety and four strategies to help manage it. APA Annual Poll Season 1, Episode 4 on an Introduction to Mindfulness To learn more about me and my reproductive & integrative psychiatry clinic he…
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Celebrating 100 Episodes by Reviewing Fan Favorite Topics
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14:05In our 100th episode, we'll look back on our past most popular episodes - from Omega 3 fish oil, to ADHD in women, to micronutrients magnesium and Vitamin D, pregnancy insomnia and anxiety, and others. ******* To learn more about me and my reproductive & integrative psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD.c…
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Perfectionism & People-Pleasing with Dr. Melo
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37:08Dr. Megan Melo, a family medicine physician and life coach, joins us to talk about a very relatable topic - perfectionism and people-pleasing. In this conversation, we illustrate some common examples and you might find yourself nodding along, and give you some practical mindset tools, including the role of self-compassion, to help you get past thes…
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This episode will provide you with an outline for how to approach scientific studies to stay informed about your health. We'll use examples across reproductive psychiatry research to illustrate the points. Register for the webinar on perimenopause: https://annaglezermd.com/perimenopause-webinar To learn more about me and my reproductive & integrati…
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Movement is medicine! In this episode, family medicine physician and exercise enthusiast Dr. Ionescu discusses the importance of everyday movement and physical activity, along with practical advice on questions like how much, what intensity, and how to get started. Get in Touch with Dr. Ionescu: Website: drsaraionescu.com Instagram: @drsaraionescu …
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In this episode, I'm speaking with gyn expert, Dr. Tina Sogocio on the topic of midlife medicine and the menopausal transition. There are so many myths about this phase of life. Those going through it may often feel dismissed and misunderstood. We dispel many misconceptions, discuss important topics like pelvic pain, and share how to approach perim…
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We're talking about sexual health and wellness in this episode with expert Dr. Sadaf Lodhi, an obgyn and sex therapist. We cover topics like the impact of hormones on sexual health, particularly during postpartum and perimenopause, the way sexual health fits into the bigger picture of emotional and physical well-being, how to address pain condition…
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The loneliness epidemic has been plaguing Americans, with the surgeon general coming out last year saying that loneliness is equivalent to smoking 15 cigarettes per day in terms of the impact on our health. The solution is social connection, and in this episode we'll discuss how social connection impacts our health and three specific ways to engage…
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Dr. Glezer and Dr. Abdalla, a clinical psychologist specializing in women's mental health, cover the extremely relevant topic of body image in this episode, with a focus on how body image concerns change in pregnancy and postpartum. Dr. Abdalla shares a 5-step process that you can use to reflect on your own sense of self and shape your image more p…
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We discuss 9 strategies to help you get started in planning for a healthy pregnancy and postpartum experience, from choosing the right prenatal vitamin, to treating mental health conditions, to decisions around nutrition, exercise, and support systems. Links: Free Webinar on Sleep & Perimenopause: https://annaglezermd.com/perimenopause-webinar Pilo…
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Clinical hypnosis is a tool that can be used to treat many mental health and physical health ailments, from anxiety to pain to other challenges. In this episode, Dr. Nadia Sarwar, will share her expertise on the topic, discussing what this is and isn't, challenging assumptions, discussing who this technique may benefit, and how to access it for you…
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ADHD in women is often misdiagnosed or underdiagnosed. In this episode, we'll discuss a treatment tool - Cognitive Behavioral Therapy - that has an immense amount of research supporting its use. I will discuss which questions to ask yourself to start a conversation with your physician, and In addition to reviewing the research, I will share with yo…
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Perimenopause affects millions of women, with estimates that over a billion women will be postmenopausal by 2030. Symptoms can include brain fog, mood and anxiety shifts, hot flashes, and many more that impact daily functioning. There are lots of treatment tools out there, but the one I want to highlight here is CBT - cognitive behavioral therapy f…
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Matrescence and Postpartum Planning with Dr. Haggarty
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39:43Dr. Michelle Haggarty and I discuss in depth the challenges and complexities of the first few days, weeks, and months postpartum. She shares with us how to plan for the postpartum across 5 essential domains: Nutrition, Physical Health, Environment, Mental Health, and Support systems. Links: For postpartum coaching: www.michellehaggerty.com For in 4…
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Dr. Georgia Ede, an internationally recognized expert in nutritional and metabolic psychiatry, speaks with us about nutritional psychiatry. What we eat impacts so much of our medical, physiological, psychological, environmental, and social experiences. There is so much information out there about food and nutrition and so many mixed messages. In th…
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Perinatal Substance Use with Dr. Sarah Nasir
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35:08Dr. Sarah Nasir, a family medicine physician and addictions expert, shares with us her wisdom on the important topic of substance use in perinatal patients, focusing particularly on opiate addiction. To learn more about me and my reproductive & integrative psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD.com To sign…
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Interview with Kelley Coleman, author of Everything No One Tells You About Parenting a Disabled Child
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42:16In this episode, I have a candid interview with Kelley Coleman, author of Everything No One Tells You About Parenting a Disabled Child: Your Guide to the Essential Systems, Services, and Supports, which was released earlier this month. In this book, Kelley provides parents with a very precious resource - time back - by presenting templates, advice,…
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Breathwork, mindfulness, and nature with Dr. Rachel Beanland
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29:40Dr. Rachel Beanland shares with us the benefits of mindfulness, breathwork, and time in nature, along with ways to navigate career transitions in order to feel more fulfilled in life. You can learn more about her work or become a client by visiting her website. To learn more about me and my reproductive & integrative psychiatry clinic helping patie…
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Let's celebrate International Women's Day 2024 by reflecting on the advancements of women in social, medical, and other spheres, as well as where the opportunities for improvement lie. I reflect on 4 important topics - insufficient pain management in female-identifying patients, treatment of postpartum depression, lack of hormonal health discussion…
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Thyroid Health for Mental Health with Dr. Gibbs
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42:56Dr. Dana Gibbs, a hormone expert who focuses on thyroid health, shares her knowledge in this episode. You'll learn about the importance of the thyroid in the hormonal cycle, what happens when it goes wrong and why women are more prone to this, and, most, importantly, how to use integrative tools to restore and maintain thyroid health. Dr. Gibbs pro…
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Postpartum Support International with Meri Levy, LMFT
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24:15Because postpartum depression affects 1 in 5 women postpartum, and so many others also struggle with pregnancy related anxiety, postpartum psychosis or OCD, birth trauma, loss, and much more, in this episode we are focusing on one of the most important tools for treatment and prevention - support. Postpartum Support International (PSI) is an amazin…
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Body Image and Self-Image with Dr. Borger
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33:24In this episode, I'm excited to share my fun conversation with Dr. Judith Borger on the topic of self-image and body-image. We dive into some really important topics like the role of women in society, identity transitions at various stages of life, such as pregnancy/postpartum or middle age, and much more. Dr. Borger is a Mom of 3, wife, board-cert…
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This episode will provide you with a blueprint for how to decide which supplements to take and how to evaluate each one for safety, cost, and more. We discuss several third party verification companies and tools, and these are listed for you below: Consumer Lab NSF Certification USP Verification To submit an idea for a future podcast episode and to…
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Ecotherapy & Spirituality with Dr. Nguyen
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35:41Dr. Elizabeth Nguyen is a multidimensional psychiatrist, writer, and author who shares with us her expertise on topics essential for mental well-being - cultural psychiatry, ecotherapy and the relationship with water, and spirituality. You'll hear examples of how to use water to help with healing and how to engage with water for your health and psy…
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Cultural Psychiatry & Parenting with Dr. Kim
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34:55Today's episode is my conversation with Dr. Uejin Kim, a child & adolescent psychiatrist practicing in Texas who uses her own background to inform her work with patients. We discuss common parenting anxieties and how to break through them, particularly when there are cultural differences or a history of trauma. Learn more about Dr. Kim at Restore P…
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Let's make 2024 all about enhancing your self-worth - your belief in yourself as a respectable and lovable human being. In this episode, we'll explore the challenges of self-worth and discuss four elements to help you develop a strong internal core of self-worth: acceptance, self-compassion, self-identity, and unconditional love. To learn more abou…
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This episode will set you up for a successful rest of 2023! We discuss navigating Daylight Savings and darker days, Thanksgiving and family dynamics, the challenges of the holiday season, and how to start 2024 off on the right foot. You'll hear about setting boundaries, taking mindful moments, and how to effectively set intentions. Light Box Therap…
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In this episode, Dr. Susan Baumgaertel, an expert on the menopausal transition, shares with us pearls and tips from her newly published book, the Menopause Menu. To connect with Dr. Baumgaertel and learn more about this valuable resource, go to: https://www.menopausemenu.com/book/ http://myMDadvocate.com To learn more about me and my reproductive &…
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Accelerated Resolution Therapy for Trauma
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32:18Accelerated Resolution Therapy is a type of therapy developed to help those with a history of trauma to be able to move forward emotionally and psychologically, and has been used successfully to help those with PTSD, anxiety, depression, and many other mental health struggles. In this episode, expert Brooke Bralove, LCSW discusses the details of th…
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Revenge bedtime procrastination refers to going to bed later than appropriate in a way that reduces your total sleep, without a specific reason (like an event), and all the while knowing that there could be negative consequences (like more irritability or fatigue the next day). It can have consequences on sleep and physical and mental health. In th…
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If you have questions about hormones, hormonal health, and how to navigate those changes, this is the episode for you! Today I'll be speaking with Dr. Jennifer Roelands, a OBGYN and Integrative Medicine physician, who will share with us the details of the hormonal changes that take place in pregnancy, postpartum and during perimenopause. We discuss…
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Long Illness - An Interview with Dr. Morgan
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41:42Are you or someone you know suffering from a medical condition or symptoms that are long-standing and for which it is hard to find the right treatment? There are some illnesses that we can treat quickly, like an ear infection or Strep throat or a broken bone. There are others that often have symptoms harder to treat, requiring a comprehensive and i…
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Zuranolone is a new FDA approved medication for postpartum depression, a condition affecting 20% of postpartum women. In this episode, we'll cover the science behind the medication - the mechanism of how it works - the data and research that led to the approval, and four different aspects that require additional information and study to figure out …
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Postpartum Transitions with Dr. Venkataraman
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26:11There can be so many transitions in a woman's reproductive life - from pregnancy to postpartum and from maternity leave back to work as two examples. Dr. Priyanka Venkataraman, an OBGYN and coach, joins us to share her expertise in helping those making these transitions to embrace the change successfully and find fulfillment. To learn more about me…
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Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome is a condition that affects 10-15% of women of reproductive age - that's millions of women. In this episode, Dr. Basma Faris, a registered dietician and OBGYN shares with us her approach to helping those struggling with this condition. We discuss the mental health impacts, stigma, and why this condition is often overlook…
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Highly intelligent people are often identified as neurodiverse (formally or through self-discovery/diagnosis) well into adulthood. While the diagnosis may come with some understanding and validation, many still have questions. In this episode, Dr. Krystal Sodaitis, a physician and coach, shares with us how to embrace neurodiversity, the different w…
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