Joanne Williams – Relief from Those End of the Year Blues

It happens to a lot of us this time of year. While we see others around us or on TV singing carols or delighting in opening presents, we feel a sense of anxiety. We want to the holidays to be a happy time but something inside us is telling us no. We feel alone, like we’re missing out on the joy of the season that everyone else is experiencing. These emotions may pass with the turning of the calendar, but for some, anxiety is a constant companion. How to alleviate the fear and despair this condition brings on is the focus of my guest on this episode. Joanne Williams is a licensed mental health professional who specializes in helping her clients shift their focus away from anxiety and toward productive lives. She tells us:•why some are more prone to anxiety than others•how past traumas can trigger anxiety•tips on how to control anxiety and prevent its reoccurrence•how support animals help relieve anxietyEnd your year on a healthy productive note by taking advantage of Joanne’s advice on this episode of Dream Power Radio.Joanne Williams, LCSW, is a 30-year Veteran Mental Health Specialist. Because of the images and dramatic scenes she has experienced with PTSD survivors and suicidal clients she was compelled to create Simplified Solutions that are straight forward, condensed for everyday life pitfalls that work also in relationships, for parenting, work success and to feel profound relief even with life setbacks.Joanne has created the A.C.T. method that is a Step by step guide to redefines old thought habits, to refocus to current life choices. No rehashing the past necessary! Your guests will ask; Why didn’t someone tell me this before, it is so simple!! Website: https://anxietysimplified.netGet a complementary 30-minute Dream Discovery Session with me by signing up at my website: thedreamcoach.netI'd love to know what you think of this episode. Text me here.Support the showDon't miss a single episode! By clicking the "Support the Show" link, you can subscribe to my podcast and get sneak previews of upcoming episodes, bonus material and special giveaways designed to uplift your dreaming life.And if you want more ways to find joy in your life,  check out my website thedreamcoach.net for information about my courses, blogs, books and ways to create a life you love.