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The Tranquil MindMen's Mental Health and Fatherhood with John ShearerThe patriarchy rewards men for being stoic and disconnected from their feelings, and - sorry to be the drama here - but it's killing them. In this must listen to episode with John Shearer we talk about men's mental health, unpacking how career success and male loneliness are related and why modern parenting can feel like ripping off a band-aid in ways most of us never see coming. John shares from his own personal experience as well what he's noticed about men who go to therapy. Finally, John shares how we can all be a part of raising a...2025-05-1335 min
Girls Gone WellnessOvercoming the Spiral: Healing Anxiety from the Inside Out with Dr. Katie Thomson Aitken, NDAnxiety is everywhere these days — but what’s really behind it, and what can we actually do to feel better? In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Katie Thomson Aitken, Naturopathic Doctor, founder of Tranquil Minds, and bestselling author of Create Calm. With over a decade of experience supporting patients through anxiety and mental health challenges, Dr. Katie shares her grounded, compassionate approach to helping us reconnect with inner peace.We cover it all:Why anxiety feels so common today (and why it’s not just "in your head")How anxiety can show up...2025-04-281h 09The Tranquil MindTween Mental Health with Tara RawanaTweens are going through a lot. As puberty starts kicking in and their brains and hormones start to change, you know who else goes through a lot - their parents!
On this episode of The Tranquil Mind Dr. Tara Rawana, naturopathic doctor and co-founder of All About Mental Empowerment, shares advice for parents about what is happening with kids mental health during the tween years and also how can we as their grownups show up for them and talk to them in this important stage of life.
Looking for support from Dr...2025-01-0732 minThe Tranquil MindBaby Blues Vs. Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders with Heather RatychAdapting to parenthood is a challenge - but how hard is it supposed to be? When do the normal worries and normal fatigue stop being "normal" or "the baby blues" and become a Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorder?
Today we are joined by Heather Ratych, Registered Social Worker, Owner and Clinical Director of Bloom Psychotherapy to talk about asking for help in the postpartum period.
Want to connect with Heather? Check out www.bloompsychotherapy.ca or connect with @bloom.psychotherapy on Instagram.
Looking for...2024-11-0532 minThe Tranquil MindNutrition and Mindset with Kelly CarterNutrition is so much more than your menu plan!
Nutritionist Kelly Carter and Dr. Katie Thomson Aitken ND, discuss the mindset changes we need to work on to be able to make nutrition changes stick.
Want to Connect with Kelly?
Follow her on instagram or email contact@kellycarternutrition
Looking for support from Dr. Katie Thomson Aitken ND?
Follow along on instagram, check out her book, or if you live in Ontario book a strategy session to discuss working with her personally.
2024-10-0127 minThe Tranquil MindYoga and Wellness with Dr. Kirstie GriffithsJoin Dr. Kirstie Griffiths and Me (Dr. Katie) at Guelph Yoga and Wellness Festival!
Not sure if this is the event for you? In this episode Dr. Griffith chiropractor, yoga teacher, and best-selling author shares about her love of yoga, and how she is sharing that - while helping her community - at the Yoga and Wellness Festival. Get the details on who this event is really for and what it feels like to go!
Guelph Yoga and Wellness Festival is a great time and I hope to see you there Sunday June 23rd. Looking f...2024-05-2821 minThe Tranquil MindIdentifying Your Inner Voice with Asha FrostToday on The Tranquil Mind we are joined by indigenous healer and author Asha Frost.
Listen in as Asha and I speak about the anxiety of disconnection and as Asha what it feels like to listen to your own voice in a world that isn't built for your way of being.
Asha offers a reminder of tools we can use to reconnect with ourselves and shares a oracle card reading (using her own deck) for this community.
Want to learn more from Asha Frost?
Explore her book You...2024-04-3029 minThe Tranquil MindFinding a Counsellor with Carrie BrockThinking about starting (or restarting!) therapy can be a vulnerable place to be in and many people have a ton of questions.
How do you even know if you need therapy?
How does a practitioners training and background influence care?
Do I need to look for someone who uses a specific model of treatment?
What's it like to see a therapist?
What if I really didn't like it the last time I tried therapy?
In this episode I interview therapist and the host of Hope for Anxiety and OCD Carrie Brock. Carrie is a Licensed Professional Counselor...2024-02-2031 minThe Tranquil MindHealing Through Art with Emmy TranThis one is for everyone who's ever had a critical thought towards your own body (so everyone)
Listen in on this conversation with artist Emmy Tran as we discuss art, body image, and creative expression as part of healing.
"If I'm capable of seeing so much beauty in the world, the world has to be capable of seeing so much beauty in me" ~Emmy Tran
For more information on Emmy's classes, follow @paintyourownbooty on Instagram or check out Emmy's art here.
Looking for support from...2024-02-1326 minThe Tranquil MindFinding your Purpose with Meghan WalkerHave you ever wondered why you move towards some goals with determination it almost feels effortless, even when it's a lot of work and other times, it seems like no matter how much you try and move the needle, you just don't have the motivation?
What if the difference was Purpose?
In this insightful interview with Meghan Walker, we discuss purpose, it's relationship to anxiety, how purpose changes our physiology and how we can find and cultivate purpose in our lives.
For more from Meghan Walker listen to her IMPACT podcast - this...2024-02-0635 minThe Tranquil MindJoyful Movement! with Courtney GioiaLooking for support from Dr. Katie Thomson Aitken ND?
Follow along on instagram, check out her book, or if you live in Ontario book a strategy session to discuss working with her personally.2024-01-3029 minThe Tranquil MindCouples Therapy with Carrie-Lynn AdamYou know that scene in How to Loose A Guy in 10 Days where Kate Hudson's character cons her boyfriend into "couples therapy" where her friend is the therapist?
I think we all know that couples therapy isn't like that. But that leaves the question of "so what is it like?"
In this episode I'm joined by Carrie-Lynn Adam. A social worker and psychotherapist who works with couples especially around the time when they are growing their families.
For more information about working with Carrie-Lynn...2023-12-2638 minThe Tranquil MindSupporting Families: from Phobias to Wellness Home Design with Dr. BevI spend a lot of time working with folks with generalized anxiety disorder. The kind of anxiety that's about everything and nothing at the same time. But what about when you have a very specific fear?
Today my guest is Dr. Beverly Walpole A clinical psychologist, educator and mom who is deeply invested in helping children overcome their worries, and supporting motivated parents in yes their parenting of their kids but also in the design of their home.
In addition to her private practice, where she uses techniques like exposure therapy to help kids overcome s...2023-12-1935 minThe Tranquil MindMitochondria, More than the Powerhouse of the Cell with Dr. Nicole DeYongeRemember back to grade 7 science when you learned "the mitochondria is the powerhouse of the cell?"
I know for a lot of folks that seems like something maybe not that helpful from quite a long time ago - but luckily Dr. Nicole DeYonge ND has a background in biomedical sciences, a passion for mental health and chronic pain and has agreed to share her expertise on - yes - the mitochondria and how supporting your mitochondrial health really supports your own health - include your mental health.
Looking for...2023-12-1237 minThe Tranquil MindHi, I'm KatieI thought that if you were going to hang out with me here, you might want to know who I am, where I'm from, and how I came to think about anxiety and mental health the way that I do.
So this is me. Embarrassing childhood stories and all.
Looking for support from Dr. Katie Thomson Aitken ND?
Follow along on instagram, check out her book, or if you live in Ontario book a strategy session to discuss working with her personally. 2023-12-0507 minThe Tranquil MindDo I have anxiety?Wait, do *I* have *anxiety*?
Anxiety is a universal experience. We have all had an anxious moment. But what's the difference between feeling anxious and having an anxiety disorder? And how do you know if you need help?
In this episode I answer one of my most frequently asked questions: Do I have anxiety?
Looking for support from Dr. Katie Thomson Aitken ND?
Follow along on instagram, check out her book, or if you live in Ontario book a strategy session to...2023-11-3007 min
The Tranquil MindThe Tranquil Mind - Coming Soon!Listen for a sneak peak of The Tranquil Mind, Coming Fall 2023!
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Autoimmune SimplifiedAnxiety & Creating CalmEpisode 88 Anxiety & Creating Calm Another amazing episode! My guest Dr. Katie Thomson Aitken, ND has this incredible ability to explain anxiety leaving you feeling so empowered. Dr.Katie is a best-selling author in the mental health industry, with her book Create Calm and just released her workbook to walk you through it. Dr. Kaite, walk us through the 3 different tranquil types of anxiety and the personality type that match them. And explains The Pillars of Performance - The 5 Areas You can step into the driver's seat in to create calm, looking at the factors that you...2022-10-1241 min
The Word On The SleepReplay - From Busy Brain to Tranquil Mind: Addressing Anxiety to Get Better Sleep with Dr. Katie Thomson AitkenIf you are someone who struggles with anxiety - or the “busy brain” - or what I like to call “Monkey Mind” at night, this episode is for you. I’m joined by my friend and colleague, Dr. Katie Thomson Aitken. Katie has a clinical focus in treating anxiety and is the creator of The Tranquil Minds Program and author of Create Calm - and has graciously shared a free copy of her audiobook with you! In this episode, Katie and I have a beautiful conversation about anxiety and sleep. We went deep and talked about: 2022-06-2149 minThe Word On The Sleep23: From Busy Brain to Tranquil Mind: Addressing Anxiety to Get Better Sleep with Dr. Katie Thomson AitkenIf you are someone who struggles with anxiety - or the “busy brain” - or what I like to call “Monkey Mind” at night, this episode is for you. I’m joined by my friend and colleague, Dr. Katie Thomson Aitken. Katie has a clinical focus in treating anxiety and is the creator of The Tranquil Minds Program and author of Create Calm - and has graciously shared a free copy of her audiobook with you! In this episode, Katie and I have a beautiful conversation about anxiety and sleep. We went deep and talked about: 2021-12-1449 min
Living a Better LifeEP 133 – How to Have a Tranquil MindIn this episode I interview Dr. Katie Thomson Aitken ND, Naturopathic Doctor about what is normal anxiety. Yes it is normal to experience anxiety at some point in our lives. We get into why. We also chat about when and how normal anxiety can become disruptive to day to day. We talk about 5 pillars that are important for supporting individuals with anxiety and so much more.
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Free Audiobook of Create Calm
https://katiethomsonaitken.com/createcalm-audiobook/
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https://www.tranquilmindnaturopath...2021-10-2558 min
Christian Faith and OCD, Scrupulosity, Intrusive Thoughts, Compulsions, Peace45. Improving Nutrition to Help Anxiety with Dr. Katie Thomson Aitken, NDWe are privileged to have our first-ever Canadian guest on the podcast, Dr. Katie Thomson Aitken. Dr. Katie is a licensed naturopathic doctor who enjoys helping people with all kinds of health goals achieve positive changes in their health and in their life. She also has a passion for mental health, the management of stress and anxiety, and helping individuals connect with their higher purpose.What are the benefits of seeing a naturopathic doctor?Is naturopathy an alternative medicine?Can naturopathy be used alongside other medical and therapeutic techniques? The 5 Pillars of Mental Wellness2021-09-0829 min
FitMamaEpisode 112: Create Calm: The Professional Guide to Overcoming Anxiety with Dr. Katie Thompson Aitken, ND Hi, Fit Mama our guest on the podcast episode is Dr. Katie Thomson Aitken, ND, author of Create Calm: The Professionals Guide to Overcoming Anxiety. For Dr. Aitken, anxiety is not a fact but a response or reaction that occurs naturally to help and protect us. It should not be a permanent state, but a transient state. There are some things that people are anxious about that don’t go away which may give rise to a recurring anxiety state. We tend to get caught with our anxiety when we personalize the experience, such as say...2020-08-1946 min
The Good Mood PodcastEpisode 6: Anxiety and Men's Mental Health with Dr. Katie Thomson Aitken, NDI talk to my friend and colleague, Dr. Katie Thomson Aitken, a naturopathic doctor practicing in Guelph, Ontario with a special focus in anxiety and men's mental health.
Dr. Katie and I talk about the unique issues men experience with their mental health, including some hormonal underpinnings that drive mental health issues in this population.
We also talk about how to manage anxiety and stress: when is it appropriate to stay with emotions vs. spring into action to manage strong emotions like anxiety and panic?
Dr. Katie is working on a book and offe...2020-05-1942 min
The Momtellectual PodcastMOMTELLECTUAL 073 - Understanding Health Research with Dr. Katie Thomson AitkenNaturopathic Doctor Katie Thompson-Aitken and I discuss naturopathy, medical research, and why making medical decisions can be difficult. We discuss bias in research, and ways in which “scientifically proven” isn’t all it’s cracked up to be.
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The Momtellectual PodcastMOMTELLECTUAL 072 - Medical Decisions with Dr. Katie Thomson-AitkenNaturopathic Doctor Katie Thompson-Aitken and I discuss naturopathy, medical research, and why making medical decisions can be difficult. We discuss bias in research, and ways in which "scientifically proven" isn't all it's cracked up to be.
Part 1 of 2.2019-04-2400 min