Note: The AI Therapy Podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and does not provide psychotherapy, diagnosis, treatment, or medical advice. Listening does not create a therapist–client relationship with any host, guest, or affiliated entity. The show may discuss AI tools and self-help exercises; AI systems can be inaccurate, biased, or overly confident and are not a substitute for qualified professional support or crisis services. Do not rely on this podcast or any AI tool in an emergency. If you’re in immediate danger or at risk of harming yourself or someone else, call your local emergency number or contact a crisis line right now.

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Episode Description

Did you know that anxiety disorders are the most common mental health condition in the world, affecting nearly 360 million people? Despite how common it is, only about a quarter of people actually get treatment, often because it "hides in plain sight" or traditional therapy is just too expensive.

In this episode of the AI Therapy Podcast, we’re diving into psychoeducation—which is a fancy way of saying we’re teaching you the clinical "why" behind your feelings in plain English. We’ll break down the crucial difference between being "stressed" (like having a tight deadline) and having "anxiety" (where your brain starts spiralling into scary "what-if" scenarios). We also run a live experiment using a specialized prompt to show how AI can help you untangle a catastrophic thought chain and get your rational brain back in the driver's seat.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

* Stress vs. Anxiety: Why stress is usually about immediate demands, while anxiety is a "future-oriented alarm" that makes you avoid things.

* The Power of Psychoeducation: How simply labeling a condition or a bodily sensation can reduce your uncertainty and help you cope better.

* Reality Testing: A step-by-step CBT technique to see if that "100% certain" disaster in your head is actually as likely as you think.

* CBT vs. ACT: The difference between changing your thoughts (CBT) and making space for uncomfortable feelings while living your values (ACT).

Meet Your Hosts: We’re a bit of a family affair! Join a consumer insights nerd; her techie husband, and her "annoying" older brother who also happens to be a licensed psychologist. Together, we bring you "real talk" and practical tools to help you navigate technology mindfully.

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We’d love to hear from you! Leave us a comment or reach out directly with your thoughts, questions, or suggestions for future episodes at AITherapypodcast@empiricalwisdom.ca