How to Get Off the Anxiety Train and Find Peace with Paul Myers, M.A., LPC Episode 50
Today, Peggy Easterling, Christian Mindset Coach and Founder of The Mindset School speaks with Paul Myers, M.A., LPC of Intentional Counseling.
In this episode, you will be able to:
· Understand how anxiety impacts your daily life.
· Learn effective strategies for managing and reducing anxiety.
· Overcome the burdens of perfectionism and shame.
· Embrace your value and recognize your self-worth.
· Explore the role of faith in managing anxiety and finding peace.
Paul Myers, M.A., LPC, is a seasoned licensed professional counselor with a passion for helping individuals overcome anxiety and many other mental health struggles. With over 10,000 clients under his belt, Paul's professional approach and extensive experience in private practice make him a valuable resource for those seeking to understand and manage anxiety. Through his unique blend of psychological insight and compassionate care, Paul has made a significant impact on the lives of many, offering practical strategies and genuine support for those navigating the challenges of anxiety and self-worth.
The key moments in this episode are:
00:16:02 - Managing Anxiety Through Physiological Techniques
00:20:01 - The Benefits of Healthy Hobbies
00:23:32 - Understanding Self-Criticism
00:28:11 - Overcoming the Defeatist Mindset
00:30:56 - The Pitfalls of Perfectionism
00:40:42 - Understanding Shame and Self-Esteem
00:48:44 - Recognizing Self-Worth
Anxiety is like an alarm system that's getting falsely triggered. It's not protecting you, it's actually harming you, it's actually doing you damage. - Paul Myers
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Paul is the owner and lead therapist of Intentional Counseling (a group private counseling practice in Frisco, Texas that employs 7 clinicians). He has a Christian personal background leading him to feel called by God at age 17 to help others in a direct, deeply impactful way. Psychology was the answer to his prayers and God honored his private practice straight out of college. Paul graduated from Dallas Baptist University with both my Bachelor’s in Psychology and Masters in Counseling. He obtained his LPC license in 2013 and has been counseling in private practice ever since. Paul is also a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor that trains and oversees new therapists in the process of getting their license. He has seen over 10,000 client cases so far and is still going strong!
"I'll never fully retire just because I love the work I do too much. It's deeply rewarding to see people grow and reach their goals. It's such an honor to get to help and be an intricate part of people's lives in a positive way! I am happily married to my wife Ciara who co-owns our counseling practice with me. We have two beautiful daughters ages 11 and 4."- Paul Myers
