EPI 180: Dr. Nicole Cain - Psychologist & Naturopathic Physician On Overcoming Anxiety Without Antidepressants & Doing Deep Work That Could Unlock A New Life For You!
Release Date: 12/31/2024
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(0:00) Intro
(1:11) Dr. Nicole Cain and her integrative approach
(2:55) Understanding the nine types of anxiety
(5:33) Debunking the serotonin-imbalance theory
(9:36) The gut-brain connection and its role in anxiety
(14:16) The “vital resiliency” concept and supporting overall health
(30:20) Practical tools for managing anxiety in the moment
(37:19) The 3-minute transformational hack to alchemizing anxiety
(45:29) Where to find Panic Proof and other resources
(49:48) Outro
Who is Dr. Nicole Cain?
Nicole Cain, ND, MA, is a pioneer in integrative approaches for mental and emotional wellness. With a degree in clinical psychology, training in EMDR, and a license as a Naturopathic Physician in the state of Arizona, her approach to mental health is multidisciplinary: medical, psychological, and holistic.
A sought after speaker and writer, Dr. Nicole Cain has shared her expertise on the Tamron Hall Show and presented alongside renowned doctors like Deepak Chopra. Her insights have been regularly featured in such publications as Psychology Today, Health Magazine, Huff Post, The Daily Mail, Katie Couric Media, Salon, Spirituality & Health Magazine, and more. Dr. Nicole Cain has been a guest on popular podcasts such as This Genius Life, Brendan Burchard’s Growth Day, Therapy Jeff, Heal Thyself, Well with Arielle, Love Happiness and Success, KPCW’s Cool Science, Just Between Us, and many more. A comprehensive list of media appearances by Dr. Nicole Cain, ND MA.
Dr. Nicole is also the founder of the Holistic Wellness Collective, a one-stop-shop membership program designed to support self-healers. This program guides users through the practical application of Panic Proof’s wisdom, offering helpful videos and a supportive community.
Connect with Dr. Cain:
Website: https://drnicolecain.com/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/drnicolecain/
FB: https://www.facebook.com/DrNicoleCain/
YT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCe-hcFYhi5QMmXcR_kNippQ/
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