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
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
Other Resources:
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
Resources:
- 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
Resources:
To learn more about me and my reproductive & integrative p...
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
Resources:
To learn more about me and my reproductive & integrative psychiatry clinic hel...
Dr. Minjeur, an expert in the female menstrual cycle, shares her expertise on topics like hormonal health, PCOS, and perimenopause, including the psychological impacts of challenges with hormones. You can learn more about Dr. Monica Minjeur and her practice: RadiantClinic.com
Resources:
To learn more about me and my reproductive & integrative psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD.com
I attended the annual NCPS conference in March and in this episode, I'm sharing several learning pearls from my experience - topics like Tai Chi for mental health, newer psychotherapy options, the gut-brain connection, and apps and AI tools for mental health support.
Links:
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Pain often comes with a host of mental health consequences and can sometimes be undertreated or dismissed in women. In this episode, I speak with Dr. Njideka N. Olatunde, a naturopathic clinician and master reflexologist on the way healing touch can target pain and provide relief.
Resources:
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March 8th, International Women's Day, is a celebration of women across the world - their accomplishments, achievements, and progress. This year's theme focuses on accelerating action to promote the next generation of women and girls. In line with this theme, I'm excited to share an interview with an accomplished female physician, Dr. Duggan, whose work does just that in serving young adolescents and young women in th...
Endometriosis is a condition that impacts at least 10% of women, and we know it comes with significant mental health challenges - anxiety, depression, and a reduced quality of life. In this episode we'll review these associations and discuss how to create a comprehensive and holistic care plan for yourself if you're struggling with this condition.
Links:
APA article:
Trauma and stress impact our sympathetic nervous system. In this episode, I speak with Marny Culpepper, an acupuncturist who specializes in using tools like breathwork to heal an overactive and overworked nervous system.
Connect with Marny:
1. Website: https://MarnyCulpepper.com
2. Vital Spark Wellness Consult booking link
4. Neurofit App link for 20% discount; affiliate disclosure- As a Neurological fitne...
Termination for Medical Reasons is not often discussed but can be an immensely important and emotionally challenging experience for many in their reproductive journeys. In this episode, I had the opportunity to connect with Robin Imholte, who eloquently and meaningfully shared her experience.
To learn more about me and my reproductive & integrative psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGl...
Author Eileen Santos Rosete joins us to share the highlights and learning pearls of her newly published book - To Tend and To Hold, a much-needed reverent honor to those who have survived a pregnancy loss.
Links:
To Tend and to Hold: https://www.eileensantosrosete.com/to-tend-and-to-hold-book
Webinar on Menopause and Midlife Mental Health
To learn more about me and my reproductive & integrative psychiatry clinic helping pati...
Being a new parent is challenging! Communication with your partner is essential, and in this episode we'll review the first step of mindset work in order to effectively ask for help to improve feelings like guilt and overwhelm, and 9 strategies and tools you can use to effectively communicate with your partner to develop a strong relationship as new parents.
To learn more about me and my reproductive & integrativ...
Financial stress, especially during holiday times, is one of the leading causes of stress, anxiety, and insomnia in the US, and women are often affected more than men. In this episode, we'll dive into the data behind the connection of financial stress and mental health and review interventions to improve your financial mindset, from cognitive strategies to mindfulness skills.
2023 Study on Financial Stress: https://p...
I chat with Dr. Tamara Beckford, an ER physician and founder of UR Caring Docs, which helps high achieving women overcome burnout. She shares with us the definition of burnout, how to distinguish on a continuum with mental health challenges, how to prevent it, and when to reach out for help. This is a perfect time of year to listen to this, and I've already incorporated her suggestions into my own daily routine!
Conne...
With this podcast, my online course, and other ventures, my goal is to increase the education of clinicians and the public on topics related to women's mental health and reproductive psychiatry. One of my favorite yearly learning opportunities is the annual Bay Area Reproductive Mental Health Conference. In this episode, I'll summarize the learning pearls I gleaned from my attendance last week. Topics include the psycholo...
Election anxiety is prominent right now. A recent poll by the APA noted 73% of adults are worried. In this episode, we'll review the psychology behind this anxiety and four strategies to help manage it.
APA Annual Poll
Season 1, Episode 4 on an Introduction to Mindfulness
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