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A Mind of Her Own
A Mind of Her Own is a science-backed podcast dedicated to women's mental health, hosted by Dr. Jennifer Reid, MD, a Columbia and UCLA-trained psychiatrist, award-winning educator at the University of Pennsylvania, and author of Guilt Free: Reclaiming Your Life from Unreasonable Expectations. Dr. Reid sits down with clinicians, researchers, and writers to explore topics that matter: invisible labor, reproductive mental health, physician burnout, guilt, identity, and the forces that shape how…
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A Mind of Her Own“Menopause Is a Good Thing!”
“There’s a larger purpose for [menopause]. There’s a reason we have it. There’s a reason we go through it.” -Dr. Susan Mattern, Ph.D. On A Mind of Her Own…
A Mind of Her Own“Carry My Strength,” A Mother’s Words of Wisdom
“When we talk about work-life balance... what about parenting? Is that the work or is that the life? It doesn’t fit in that equation.” -Dr. Debbie Raphael What…
A Mind of Her OwnFreedom and Fearlessness After Menopause
What if the years after menopause aren’t something to dread, but a life stage evolution built on purpose? Dr. Jennifer Reid, MD sits down with anthropologist…
A Mind of Her Own“We Can Only Regulate Feelings that We’re Willing to Acknowledge.”
“I’m only as insecure as the parts of myself I leave in the shadows.” - Marisa G. Franco, PhD Welcome to A Mind of Her Own! I’m Jennifer Reid, MD, a…
A Mind of Her OwnThe Four Furies of Unreasonable Expectations
Hello, and welcome to A Mind of Her Own! I’m Jennifer Reid, a psychiatrist and the author of the book, Guilt Free, Reclaiming Your Life from Unreasonable…
A Mind of Her Own"Why Can't I Ditch this Awful Guilt?"
Hello, I’m Jennifer Reid, MD. Welcome to this episode of A Mind of Her Own, the third in the series called Guilt Free, for Real. In today’s episode, I share 3…
A Mind of Her OwnThe Guilt Divide: Women, Men and the Emotions We're Taught to Feel
Hello, and welcome to A Mind of Her Own. I’m Jennifer Reid, MD, a psychiatrist and author. This is the second episode of my series, Guilt Free, For Real…
A Mind of Her OwnSolving The Guilt Equation (Finally!)
Hello! I’m Jennifer Reid, a psychiatrist, educator, podcast host and author. (jenniferreidmd.com) Welcome to my A Mind of Her Own podcast series, Guilt Free…
A Mind of Her Own"Being Alive Is a Terminal Condition."
Dr. Luyi Kathy Zhang, MD has sat with thousands of people and their families in the final moments of their lives, learning from the choices they’ve made and…
A Mind of Her OwnBeyond Distraction: A New Understanding of Adult ADHD
Does this sound familiar? “I’m busy all day, but I don’t get anything done. I want something to show for my efforts.” “Everyone in my life is tired of my…
A Mind of Her Own"It's Your Body." Optimal Health in Perimenopause.
“Every woman deserves the chance to have a real discussion about hormone therapy — and make whatever decision is right for her. I’m here to give information…
A Mind of Her OwnInterpersonal Therapy (IPT) Goes Global
What does it take for a single idea to travel from a research lab in New Haven to war zones in Uganda, refugee camps in Malaysia, and clinics across 30…
A Mind of Her OwnWhen the Story Heals the Storyteller
“Writing meets you where you are. Writing can wrap itself around any situation you bring to it.” - Carolyn Roy-Bornstein, MD In this rich conversation, host…
A Mind of Her OwnHeld Together: Weaving Women's Stories of Motherhood, Loss, and Finding Each Other
“I don’t think we move past challenging experiences. I think we integrate them into our identities and into the wisdom we carry forward.” -Dr. Rebecca Thompson…
A Mind of Her OwnThe Brilliant Postpartum Brain
“The postpartum brain is brilliant, and we want to nurture that process versus hinder it.” -Dr. Nikki Pensak, PhD, PMH-C In this episode of A Mind of Her Own…
A Mind of Her OwnThe Real Madness of March: Gambling Disorder, Recovery & Public Health
“There’s no such thing as responsible gambling. Remember when we were told to smoke responsibly, and that opiate pain pills aren’t addictive? -Kavita Fischer…
A Mind of Her OwnWomen Burdened by Invisible Work
“Most of the couples that I spoke with wanted to distance themselves from old-school gender norms, and yet very few were able to achieve balance when it came…
A Mind of Her Own"First, Seek to Understand": A CBT Expert's Guide to Everyday Communication
“Honesty doesn’t have to be brutal. Honesty can be compassionate. Honesty can be respectful.” -Dr. Cory Newman Episode Overview In this episode, host Dr…
A Mind of Her OwnSupport During Fertility Treatments: “The Hardest Thing Is Reaching Out."
Join us for an intimate conversation with Dr. Keri Smotrich, Licensed Clinical Psychologist and Certified Perinatal Mental Health Counselor, about the…
A Mind of Her OwnDoctor, Writer, Woman: Navigating Guilt and Identity at Midlife
Join Dr. Reid, psychiatrist, creator and host of “A Mind of Her Own,” and author of Guilt Free, for this conversation with Nancy Reddy, author of The Good…
A Mind of Her OwnSlowly Building "Small Communities of Care."
“We’re not alone...that’s kind of our mission and why we do the work that we do.” Anu Gorakanti (MD) and Laura Holford (RN) co-founded Introspective Spaces, a…
A Mind of Her OwnThe Guilt Free Series: A Conversation with the Author, Jennifer Reid, MD
Family physician and writer Dr. Mara Gordon interviews psychiatrist Dr. Jennifer Reid about her new book Guilt Free (releasing January, 27, 2026). The…
A Mind of Her OwnThe Guilt Free Series: Running from Perfection with Dr. Caitlin Massone
In this episode of A Mind of Her Own, host Dr. Jennifer Reid explores guilt, perfectionism, and recovery with Dr. Caitlin Massone, author of Running from…
A Mind of Her OwnThe Guilt Free Series: An ICU Nurse Shares her Journey Beyond Guilt and Burnout
*Please note, today’s guest will remain anonymous to protect her privacy. “We’re supposed to be constant caregivers. And we’re supposed to do that even when it…
A Mind of Her Own"1001 Cuts" - Women Surgeons and the Daily Battle to Belong
“It wasn’t like overnight I woke up and I was like, I don’t like medicine anymore... It was just like this gradual onslaught and accumulation of events that…
A Mind of Her Own“I Can’t Not Do This”: Finding Your True Calling in Uncertain Times
“If I didn’t have hope defined as an action—defined as every day doing something to try to close the gap between what is and what could and should be—I don’t…
A Mind of Her Own"If You're In Sync with Your Kids 30% of the Time, You're a Pro."
In this thoughtful conversation, Dr. Jennifer Reid welcomes back an old friend and UCLA training colleague, Dr. Marissa Caudill, to explore one of parenting’s…
A Mind of Her OwnLife-Changing Reads from a Psychiatrist
As an avid reader, I’m always seeking that next great book. The one that allows me to see myself and the world more clearly, comforts me when I’m lost, or…
A Mind of Her Own"Our Kid's Feelings Aren't Meant to be Fixed, They're Meant to be Understood."
Listen to a new episode of Guilt Free: Real Women, Real Stories on A Mind of Her Own with host Jennifer Reid, MD, who sits down with Dr. Hope Seidel, a…
A Mind of Her Own"I Felt Guilty for Having the Wrong Dream."
In this first of the Guilt Free: Real Women, Real Voices series with Dr. Jennifer Reid, she speaks with Kerry Chaput, author and creator of the Substack…
A Mind of Her OwnBodies Are For Living, Not Perfecting: Freeing Our Kids from Diet Culture
Trying to raise kids who have a genuinely healthy relationship with food and their bodies? Join Jennifer Reid, MD as she speaks with Oona Hanson, educator…
A Mind of Her OwnYour Daily Dose: Bite-Sized CBT Strategies
Episode Overview Licensed psychologist Dr. Seth Gillihan returns to discuss his latest book, Your Daily Reset: 366 Practical Exercises to Reduce Anxiety and…
A Mind of Her OwnHow Does a Psychiatrist Practice Mindfulness?
Welcome to A Mind of Her Own! I'm sharing some personal thoughts before interviewing Dr. Seth Gillihan about his new book "Your Daily Reset" - which offers 366…
A Mind of Her OwnAn Introduction to A Mind of Her Own
I’m so glad to see you all here! I’m exciting to share some upcoming projects I’m involved in. First, this Friday I’m interviewing psychologist Seth Gillihan…
A Mind of Her OwnColonics, Fasts and Cleanses? Wellness Guilt and the Myth of Optimization
"You're supposed to be striving for more, but also be really pleased with what you've got... You're never supposed to be seen wanting. You're supposed to be…
A Mind of Her Own1 in 10 Women! Why Your Symptoms Might Be PCOS
In this informative episode, Dr. Reid Mergler, Assistant Professor of Clinical Psychiatry at University of Pennsylvania and Reproductive Psychiatrist at Penn…
A Mind of Her Own"Take Back the Game": Breaking Free From Youth Sports Extremes
In this revealing conversation, freelance journalist and former coach Linda Flanagan describes how youth sports have transformed from neighborhood fun into a…
A Mind of Her OwnPlay Together, Grow Together: Laura Haver on Why Adults Need Play as Much as Kids Do.
What if the key to a happier, more fulfilling life was something you did effortlessly as a child, but have almost forgotten as an adult? Meet Laura Haver, the…
A Mind of Her OwnThe Hidden Trap of "Confidence Culture": Why Telling Women to "Believe in Yourself" Isn't Enough
In this eye-opening episode of the Reflective Mind Podcast, host Dr. Jennifer Reid sits down with two leading researchers who've uncovered a troubling trend in…
A Mind of Her Own"Cry When the Baby Cries" and Other Celebrations of Unhinged Mothering
In this deeply honest conversation, Dr. Jennifer Reid speaks with cartoonist and author, Becky Barnicoat, about her graphic memoir, Cry When the Baby Cries…
A Mind of Her Own"It's Wonderful AND It's Hard." Embracing the Beautiful Complexity of Motherhood
"Mothering is a messy, interrupted experience." "It's not an 'or' situation…it's despairing AND it's light." In this introspective conversation, Dr. Jennifer…
A Mind of Her Own"It's a Roller Coaster Ride!" Managing Parental Emotions with Dr. Alissa Jerud
Are you caught in a cycle of parental guilt, frustration, and overwhelm? In this important conversation, Dr. Jennifer Reid interviews clinical psychologist Dr…
A Mind of Her Own"What Lights You Up?" Finding Your Purpose with Dr. Jordan Grumet
In this enlightening conversation, Dr. Jennifer Reid speaks with Dr. Jordan Grumet, hospice physician, writer, and podcast host, as he shares his journey. At…
A Mind of Her OwnBEYOND THE SCREEN: Rethinking How We Talk About Teens and Tech
In this timely discussion, Dr. Jennifer Reid listens in as Dr. Megan Moreno, Co-Medical Director for the AAP’s Center of Excellence on Social Media and Youth…
A Mind of Her OwnAPPstinence: Breaking Free from Social Media's Grip
In this eye-opening episode of The Reflective Mind Podcast, Dr. Jennifer Reid speaks with Gabriela Nguyen, a 23-year-old Harvard graduate student and founder…
A Mind of Her OwnThe Mindful Creator: Finding Your Creative Voice in a Busy World
In this illuminating episode, Dr. Jennifer Reid speaks with Dr. Danah Henriksen, Associate Professor of Leadership and Innovation at Arizona State University…
A Mind of Her OwnA Nameless Longing: When Your Soul Seeks a New Path
In this profound episode, Dr. Jennifer Reid speaks with renowned Jungian analyst Dr. James Hollis about personal growth, life transitions, and the journey of…
A Mind of Her OwnThe Unspoken Truth About Motherhood
In this honest and refreshing episode, author Jennifer Case opens up about the often-hidden realities of motherhood that many women experience but few discuss…
A Mind of Her OwnDr. Amna Khan: The People's Pediatrician
This interview was SO INSPIRING! Dr. Khan’s message was one of hope and engagement, through a powerful lens of equity and justice. Dr. Khan and I met as part…
A Mind of Her OwnPost-Traumatic Growth: Turning Wounds into Wisdom
In this enlightening episode of The Reflective Mind Podcast, Dr. Jennifer Reid speaks with Christy Gibson, MD a renowned trauma clinician offering a fresh…
A Mind of Her OwnBeyond Burnout: Reclaiming Joy in Medicine
In the latest episode of The Reflective Mind Podcast, Dr. Jennifer Reid spoke with Dr. Laura Suttin, physician, coach and author of The Purposeful MD: Creating…
A Mind of Her OwnOur Body, Our Data: Security in Menstrual Tracking
Join Dr. Jennifer Reid as she interviews Anna Hall, CEO of Embody, the first women-designed menstrual wellness app designed with privacy as its number one…
A Mind of Her Own"Speaking the Quiet Part Out Loud”
Join Dr. Jennifer Reid as she interviews psychiatrist and writer, Jessi Gold, MD, MS, author of the recently released HOW DO YOU FEEL: One Doctor’s Search for…
A Mind of Her OwnCould it be Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD)?
Join Dr. Jennifer Reid in her interview with psychologist and renowned PMDD expert, Dr. Liisa Hantsoo, as they discuss: * What Exactly is PMDD? Of course you…
A Mind of Her OwnThe Size-Inclusive Healthcare Revolution with Dr. Mara Gordon
In this enlightening episode of The Reflective Mind Podcast, Dr. Reid speaks with Dr. Mara Gordon, a pioneer in the field of size-inclusive medicine. Dr…
A Mind of Her OwnLeaving Medicine: "Who Am I Now?"
What happens when the career we “should” love no longer makes sense for us? Listen and learn with Dr. Reid as she speaks with Dr. Juliette Galbraith, a…
A Mind of Her OwnBooks are Empathy Machines
“Fiction offers the best means of understanding people different from oneself, short of experience. Actually, fiction can be lots better than experience…
A Mind of Her OwnReversing Diabetes and Heart Disease?
We all have stress. It’s a part of an active, engaged life. However, we simply didn’t evolve to face chronic, toxic stress, and our bodies are certainly…
A Mind of Her Own"Hope is the best antidote for demoralization."
Sometimes, we are lucky enough to encounter teachers who can gently guide us toward a better version of ourselves, quietly helping us move forward through even…
A Mind of Her OwnModern Treatments for Depression (Finally!) with Dr. Michael Thase
Finally, new prospects in depression treatment! Listen in as Dr. Jennifer Reid and Dr. Michael Thase discuss antidepressants, ketamine, psychedelics, and much…