Block Out the Noise: Helping Teens and Young Adults Overcome Anxiety

So often we tell ourselves we need more time—but what we really need is more discipline. In this episode of Block Out the Noise, Jessica shares why waiting is a thief of progress, how a clear plan becomes your lifeline when emotions spike, and what it actually looks like to build momentum day by day. You’ll hear a powerful client story (night-and-day change in one semester), hard truths from Jay Shetty’s wife on discipline, and a s...

Have you ever noticed how the longer you think about a decision, the harder it feels to make? Anxiety loves to trap you in endless “what ifs” — but the truth is, most decisions don’t need that much energy.

In this episode of Block Out the Noise, Jessica Davis (licensed therapist, mindset coach, and creator of the Courage Method) shares two simple but powerful tools to help you break free from decision paralysis. You’ll learn how to ...

Later has stolen more dreams than failure ever could. We tell ourselves, “I’ll do it tomorrow,” but weeks turn into years, and anxiety keeps us stuck in the same patterns.

In this episode, Jessica Davis (licensed therapist, mindset coach, and creator of the Courage Method) introduces the 90-Day Courage Challenge — a step-by-step system designed to help you move past fear and into action.

You’ll learn why courage isn’t the absence of ...

What if your anxiety wasn’t a stop sign — but a compass pointing you toward who you’re meant to become?

In this episode of Block Out the Noise, Jessica Davis (licensed therapist + creator of the C.O.U.R.A.G.E. Method) introduces The Courage Challenge List — a new way to transform your biggest fears into your most exciting adventures.

Instead of letting anxiety shrink your world, you’ll learn how to create a personalized list of chall...

Anxiety lied to you. It told you that you’re weak, that you can’t handle it, that you’ll never be enough. But here’s the truth: every anxious moment is a fight — and courage is your way to swing back.

In this powerful episode of Block Out the Noise, Jessica Davis (licensed therapist and creator of the C.O.U.R.A.G.E. Method) takes you inside the ring where anxiety tries to keep you stuck. Through story, metaphor, and real-life exampl...

Ever felt your heart race just at the thought of raising your hand or asking a teacher for help? You’re not alone. For so many teens and young adults, classrooms feel less like a place to learn and more like a spotlight for anxiety.

In this episode of Block Out the Noise, Jessica Davis, licensed therapist and creator of the C.O.U.R.A.G.E. Method, shares powerful yet practical ways to make conversations with teachers less intimidatin...

Lunch is supposed to be a break, but for many teens and young adults, it feels like one of the most stressful parts of the day. Walking into the cafeteria can trigger racing thoughts, sweaty palms, and the fear of sitting alone. If you’ve ever avoided eating, hidden in the bathroom, or wished someone would just wave you over, this episode is for you.

In today’s episode of Block Out the Noise, Jessica Davis, licensed therapist and mi...

Feeling anxious about heading back to school? You’re not alone. Whether you’re starting high school, college, or anything in between, the mix of new classes, new people, and unknown expectations can make your anxiety skyrocket.

In this episode of Block Out the Noise, Jessica Davis (licensed therapist, mindset coach, and creator of the C.O.U.R.A.G.E. Method) shares seven practical, less-talked-about strategies to help you face the fi...

You finally crawl into bed, exhausted. Your body is ready—but your mind won’t stop.

Suddenly you’re replaying every conversation from the day. Worrying about tomorrow. Overthinking the rest of your life.

It’s like your brain waits for the world to quiet down… just so it can turn up the volume.

In this episode of Block Out the Noise, licensed therapist Jessica Davis (creator of the C.O.U.R.A.G.E. Method) breaks down why anxiety hits ha...

This is the final part of our 3-part series on the 21 things every anxious teen needs to hear—and these last seven will stay with you.

In this episode, Jessica Davis (licensed therapist + creator of the C.O.U.R.A.G.E. Method) dives into the deeper truths teens and young adults often wrestle with silently—like people-pleasing, self-love, setting boundaries, and what it actually means to rest or start over.

If you've ever felt lik...

Some truths are too powerful to rush.
This is part two of our 3-part series on the 21 things every anxious teen needs to hear—and these next seven go deep.

In this episode, Jessica Davis (licensed therapist + creator of the C.O.U.R.A.G.E. Method) shares the powerful truths anxious teens often don’t hear enough—truths about giving too much, struggling to make decisions, fearing you're behind, and waiting for motivation that...

Have you ever felt like no one sees how hard you're trying?

Like behind the good grades, the smiles, or the “I’m fine”… you're carrying a storm of anxiety that no one else notices?

In this episode of Block Out the Noise, Jessica Davis (licensed therapist and creator of the C.O.U.R.A.G.E. Method) shares the first 6 of 21 life-changing lessons every anxious teen needs to hear.

These aren’t fluffy quotes or empty advice. They’r...

You know that feeling—waking up already overwhelmed, anxious, and behind?

This episode is for anyone who's tired of starting their day in survival mode.

Jessica Davis, licensed therapist and creator of the C.O.U.R.A.G.E. Method, shares how one small shift in your morning (and evening) routine can have a powerful domino effect on your anxiety, mindset, and energy. Whether you’re still in bed scrolling, mentally spiraling before s...

You’re not just anxious—you’re exhausted.
Exhausted from trying so hard. From wondering how you’re coming across. From constantly rehearsing what to say and replaying it after.

This episode is for the person who’s tired of their own brain. Who feels like a burden to themselves but doesn’t know how to turn it off. If that’s you—you’re not alone, and you’re not broken.

In Part 3 of the Social Anxiety Series, therapist and mindset ...

Have you ever wanted to say yes—to hanging out with friends, trying something new, showing up somewhere—but anxiety convinced you to stay home?

You make excuses, cancel last minute, and wonder why fear always wins.
 This episode is for the person who wants to go—but feels trapped behind an invisible wall of self-doubt.

In this empowering part two of our Social Anxiety Series, Jessica Davis (licensed therapist and creator of the C...

Ever typed out a message… then deleted it?
 Rehearsed what to say 10 times before actually saying it—
 Or stayed quiet altogether because the risk of messing it up felt too high?

You’re not the only one.
 And no, it doesn’t mean you’re broken.

This episode kicks off our 3-part Social Anxiety Series with a deep dive into the everyday anxiety that slows you down—not the kind that stops you completely, but the fear that keep...

You’ve tried everything.
Deep breathing. Journaling. Taking walks. Distracting yourself.

But the anxiety still comes back—stronger, louder, more overwhelming.
 And if you’re being honest… you’re tired.

Tired of strategies that feel like quick fixes.
 Tired of not knowing what actually works for you.
Tired of feeling stuck in a loop with no exit.

This episode isn’t about one more random coping skill. It’s about real t...

If you're a parent watching your teen or young adult struggle with anxiety, it can feel helpless. You’ve tried everything—reassuring them, offering advice, even stepping in to solve the problem—but nothing seems to work. You just want them to feel better.

But what if the best way to help… isn’t fixing it?

In this special episode of Block Out the Noise, Jessica Davis, licensed therapist and mindset coach for teens and young adult...

The beginning of a relationship can feel exciting—and totally overwhelming.

Suddenly you’re overthinking texts, doubting how you come across, and wondering if you’re being “too much” or “not enough.”

In this episode, Jessica Davis shares seven real-life tools to help you manage early relationship anxiety, build healthy boundaries, and stay grounded in who you are—no matter what happens.  Because real connection should never cost you ...