Women's Wellness Psychiatry
I'm a reproductive & integrative psychiatrist here to help you make sense of the complex world of women's mental health. If your goal is to improve your emotional well-being, find fulfillment, and feel like your best self, you're in the right place. My podcast will help you gain awareness & education on key topics in women's mental health & steer you towards actionable advice based on integrative mental health treatment approaches. Please note that while Anna Glezer, MD is a clinical doctor, this podcast is not a substitute for nor should be taken as medical advice. No specific health advice is being given on this podcast and no physician-client relationship is created by you listening to this podcast. All information provided on this podcast is for informational purposes only.
Episodes
Welcome back to this two-part roundtable episode on infertility. In last week's episode, you heard from our experts - Dr. Ivy, a psychologist, Shannon Keefe, a functional nutritionist, Ali Johnson, an integrative psychotherapist, and Gabie, the founder of WOVA health on navigating the psychology of infertility and the role of nutrition, epigenetics, and more. If you missed that first part, please be sure to take a listen now. ...
Welcome. I have a special two-part episode for you with a fun new format - a roundtable group discussion on a very important topic: fertility and infertility, something that affects millions of Americans, anywhere from 10-15% of reproductive age individuals. Because this is such a complex diagnosis with many mental health ramifications, a team-based and individualized approach with lots of support is essential, so let me introduce ...
Dr. Hartman shared her expertise as an eating disorder and adolescent medicine expert and we focused on how social media and today's society impact mental health and body image, the role that all this attention now on weight and weight loss medication play in this, what body neutrality (not just positivity) can do as part of a parenting approach, and much more.
Dr. Lauren Hartman is a double board-certified pediatrician and ado...
I attended a recent conference hosted by Northern California Psychiatric Society and the American Psychiatric Association that focused on many relevant and up to date topics, and in this episode I'll share some key pearls on themes related to climate anxiety, sleep, AI chatbots, neurodiversity, and more.
To learn more about me and my reproductive & integrative psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please vi...
In this special International Women's Day episode, we're celebrating real progress in women's health — from landmark research changes to the first-ever FDA-approved medication for postpartum depression. We also touch on the growing conversations around menopause, PMDD, ADHD, and more. Plus, a reminder that the anxiety many women feel about today's world is valid — and how to channel it into empowerment.
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The experience of a difficult fertility journey is one that can have significant mental health effects. In this episode we'll discuss many of the factors that contribute - from interpersonal and relationship challenges, to work difficulties, financial strain, and much more. Psychological stress is also a leading reason why someone might choose to stop treatment, and I'll also share a framework for how to make that kind of...
In this first episode of 2026, we'll discuss the important of three different kinds of personal investments - financial, time, and emotional - and how to use your fundamental values to make decisions about how to invest these precious resources.
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To learn more about me and my reproductive & integrative psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD.com
The 9th Annual Bay Area Reproductive Mental Health Conference took place in early November this year and was a wealth of information from experts in the field. In this episode, I share some of the most salient take-aways I had as an attendee.
Resources:
- To learn more about me and my reproductive & integrative psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD.com
- To sign up for the Fellowship in...
Dr. Stacy Greeter, a child and adolescent psychiatrist and expert in neurodivergence, shares her insights on how to recognize autism and how it may present differently in women, and provides many resources for clinicians and patients alike.
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The menopausal transition comes with many hormonal and biological changes. This episode, however, focuses on the psychology of that transition - what does aging mean? What does the end of reproduction signify? How do we navigate the challenges of midlife, such as family, work, and feeling fulfilled? Join me in this episode to reflect on this transition to ensure it feels psychologically healthy and not a midlife crisis.
If you've wondered about the role of nutrition in your mental wellness and reproductive health journey, this is the podcast episode to listen to today. In this episode, Shannon Keefe, a functional nutritionist, shares her expertise on how to create a nutritional plan that's individualized and unique at various stages of life, such as perinatal, fertility journeys, perimenopause, and more.
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Our expert this week, Dr. Erica Bove, an OBGYN, reproductive endocrinologist, and coach, shares her expertise on navigating mental wellbeing during fertility journeys - addressing anxious thoughts, reframing mindset, and how to use information and education to alleviate uncertainty.
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Many are discussing the potential benefits of creatine, so in this episode, I'll review for you what creatine is and how it might help symptoms of depression and cognitive well-being.
References:
2017 Pilot study of creatine and an SSRI
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To learn more about me and my reproductive & integrative psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD.com
Choosing the right prenatal vitamin can be stressful given the number of options on the market. In this episode, we'll review how to review supplements like prenatal vitamins for safety and the essential nutrients to ensure your prenatal vitamin is complete and comprehensive.
Resources:
ACOG Nutrient Guide: https://www.acog.org/womens-health/faqs/nutrition-during-pregnancy
The FDA recently held a panel on the safety of SSRI medications in pregnancy, which was uninformed and negatively impacts perinatal patients and their mental health. This episode discusses that scientifically inaccurate event.
Resources:
ACOG Statement on the FDA Panel: https://www.acog.org/news/news-releases/2025/07/statement-on-benefit-of-access-to-ssris-during-pregnancy
Sexual health is integral to mental health and wellbeing. In this episode, Casey Hobbs, an occupational therapist and sex counselor, shares her expertise on the topic.
Connect with Casey and learn more about her upcoming workshop:
Workshop Details: At Albion Garden, Venice CA, on July 27th, 2-4pm. Free.
Contact Info:
BoundlessPelvicWellness.com
casey@boundlesOT.com
IG: caseyhobbsboundlessot
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We hear a lot about postpartum depression and anxiety -- 1 out of 5 are affected! And we hear a lot about the consequences and how to treat perinatal and postpartum mental health conditions. What we don't hear much about is what can be done to prevent this experience and how to plan ahead for a more positive postpartum time. In this episode, that's what Dr. Jill Zechowy and I will discuss. Dr. Jill is the author of Mother...
In this episode, I share an update on the role of exercise and movement in managing and preventing mental health symptoms across important reproductive transitions, such as pregnancy, perimenopause, and the premenstrual window.
2024 BMJ Article on Exercise for Depression
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- To learn more about me and my reproductive & integrative psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD.co...
Licensed midwife Sophia Henderson and her apprentice in training Carissa Rose share their wisdom and experience about midwifery care. We discuss the differences between midwifery care and other obstetric clinicians, dispel myths, and reflect on the importance of individualized, empowered support during this life transition.
Learn more: Born Wild Midwifery
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Our pelvic floor is essential for healthy function, and its ability to provide support can be disrupted by childbirth, hormonal changes such as those in perimenopause, stress, and more. In this episode, physical therapist and owner of LevelUp Wellness & PT, Chelsea Anjeski shares her expertise.
Learn more about Chelsea & LevelUp
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