Best Maddy Ellberger Podcasts (2025)

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239. why dbt hits different (it literally saved my life) feat. dr. maddy ellberger 44:04

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#239 🍿 watch on spotify & youtube 💌 ask me a question or leave feedback on the podcast! what sets dbt apart + is it actually effective?! today’s guest is dr. maddy ellberger— the founder of downtown behavioral wellness, a therapeutic practice that utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy (cbt), dialectical behavior therapy (dbt), and mindfulness-based…

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241. why you feel RESENTFUL (& how to stop) 23:55

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#241 🍿 watch on spotify & youtube 💌 ask me a question or leave feedback on the podcast! here’s the truth: you cannot resent someone for a need you’ve never communicated. but most of our day-to-day frustration comes from exactly that — unspoken expectations, misunderstood triggers, and assumptions we never check. in this solo episode, i walk you thr…

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are we... pregnant and still processing? 43:17

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This week, Jen and Maddy are diving into the full experience of pregnancy -- from the early weeks of simply trying to survive to the big identity shifts that comes with this new chapter. They get into the body changes, mood swings, comparison traps, and the moments that feel overwhelming. Plus, they talk about what real support from partners and fr…

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240. why you keep choosing the wrong people (and how to stop) with dr. molly burrets 48:29

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#240 🍿 watch on spotify & youtube 💌 ask me a question or leave feedback on the podcast! what’s really stopping you from finding love??! today’s guest is dr. molly burrets— a clinical psychologist and adjunct professor in the department of marriage and family Therapy at the university of southern california. her areas of expertise include couples th…

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mini: reverse engineer your life for SUCCESS in just 5 mins! 5:57

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welcome to the mental health minis series! every other monday, we will feature a five-minute mini-episode with content from a past she persisted episode. this week’s guest is dr. angela duckworth– the rosa lee and egbert chang professor at the university of pennsylvania and faculty co-director of the penn-wharton behavior change for good initiative…

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are we… owning what we really want (aka a real relationship)? 30:00

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Today, Jen and Maddy are digging into something they see all the time in their practices... the quiet pressure of never having been in a “real” relationship and why so many people find themselves stuck in situationships instead of something solid. They unpack the shame, the swipe-culture perfectionism, and the fear of labels —plus how to tell when …

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238. i asked 9 experts how to heal from anxiety (what you NEED to know) 34:21

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#238 🍿 watch on spotify & youtube 💌 ask me a question or leave feedback on the podcast! what’s causing your anxiety and how can you heal?!! today’s episode is a mental health mashup featuring expert advice from some of my favorite she persisted guests. i’ve compiled the most insightful tips and quotes from past episodes into your ultimate guide on …

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are we... letting our anxiety run our lives? 29:01

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Today, Jen and Maddy are talking about anxiety... how it impacts your thoughts, your body, and your ability to show up in your life. From spiraling about the future to replaying conversations on a loop, Jen and Maddy break down why anxiety shows up the way it does and how to stop letting it take the lead. They explore the patterns, comparison traps…

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mini: a dbt crash course– everything you need to know about this therapy in 5 mins! 5:56

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welcome to the mental health minis series! every other monday, we will feature a five-minute mini-episode with content from a past she persisted episode. this week’s episode is a solo where i break down where dialectical behavior therapy (dbt) came from + how it can help transform your mental health! to listen to the full episode, click ⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠! ⁠…

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are we... still city girls? 34:05

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Today, Jen and Maddy get real about breaking up with New York City. Jen (now suburban and serene) and Maddy (still clinging to city chaos) unpack how money, identity, and timing shape the decision to leave ... and what happens when change feels like giving up. Key Topics: When your zip code becomes part of your identity How to know it’s time for a …

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237. can gen z actually make change? let’s talk burnout, hope, + leadership feat. amanda litman 33:51

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#237 🍿 watch on spotify & youtube 💌 ask me a question or leave feedback on the podcast! how gen z can lead with hope (even when it feels impossible)? today’s guest is amanda litman— the co-founder and president of run for something, a nonprofit organization that recruits and supports young leaders to run for state and local office. she has written …

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are we... catching up, cracking up, and getting spooked? 33:30

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Happy Halloween! Today, Jen and Maddy are giving you some candy — a catch-up episode! They’re talking hobbies that have gone by the wayside, finding tiny joys, and why we need to let our kids wave their freak flag loud and proud. Plus, they’re answering listener questions about everything from dating someone who has kids to knowing when it might be…

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mini: a day in the life in mental health residential treatment?!! 5:56

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welcome to the mental health minis series! every other monday, we will feature a five-minute mini-episode with content from a past she persisted episode. this week’s guest is eileen kelly– a sex and dating writer for vogue magazine and host of the podcast going mental. in this mini-episode, we discuss what daily life can look like while receiving r…

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236. the 🦋 BUTTERFLY EFFECT of mental health?! 29:38

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#236 🍿 watch on spotify & youtube 💌 ask me a question or leave feedback on the podcast! how can you break unhealthy cycles for GOOD?! in this week’s solo episode, i’m sharing the butterfly effect of mental health. i’m breaking down how your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors are all connected and the one simple step you can take to change your most …

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are we... taking self-care too far? 32:36

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Today, Jen and Maddy get real about self-care overload. From $800 facials to 20,000-step goals, the wellness world is louder (and more expensive) than ever. Maddy and Jen dig into what happens when “taking care of ourselves” becomes another pressure, another performance, and even another personality. Key Topics: The difference between self-care and…

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are we... protecting our peace or just avoiding the mess? 33:48

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In today's episode Jen and Maddy get real about “cutout culture." The growing trend of cutting people off in the name of boundaries and peace. From friendships that fade to relationships that end abruptly, they unpack what’s healthy self-protection and what’s emotional avoidance. Through personal stories, therapy insights, and listener questions, t…

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mini: what your fav taylor swift song says about you (mental health edition) 5:51

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welcome to the mental health minis series! every other monday, we will feature a five-minute mini-episode with content from a past she persisted episode. this week’s guest is amanda e. white– a licensed therapist, author, creator of the popular instagram account @therapyforwomen, the host of the recovered-ish podcast. in this mini-episode, we revea…

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235. society is shaping women’s core beliefs… so let’s rewire them feat. kara loewentheil 43:34

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#235 today’s guest is kara loewentheil—a nyt bestselling author, ivy league women’s rights lawyer turned master feminist coach, practical philosopher, and the founder of the new school of feminist thought. she also hosts a top-rated podcast, unf*ck your brain, and started her own coaching program designed to help you live life on your own terms. in…

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are we... losing the spark? 38:56

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What happens when the honeymoon phase fades and real life takes over? Jen and Maddy get candid about losing the spark in a relationship, spotting the signs early, and reigniting connection when things start to feel… routine. From mental load and communication to intimacy and independence, they’re breaking down what it actually takes to keep love al…

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239. why dbt hits different (it literally saved my life) feat. dr. maddy ellberger 44:04

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241. why you feel RESENTFUL (& how to stop) 23:55

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are we... pregnant and still processing? 43:17

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240. why you keep choosing the wrong people (and how to stop) with dr. molly burrets 48:29

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mini: reverse engineer your life for SUCCESS in just 5 mins! 5:57

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are we… owning what we really want (aka a real relationship)? 30:00

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238. i asked 9 experts how to heal from anxiety (what you NEED to know) 34:21

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are we... letting our anxiety run our lives? 29:01

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mini: a dbt crash course– everything you need to know about this therapy in 5 mins! 5:56

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are we... still city girls? 34:05

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237. can gen z actually make change? let’s talk burnout, hope, + leadership feat. amanda litman 33:51

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are we... catching up, cracking up, and getting spooked? 33:30

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mini: a day in the life in mental health residential treatment?!! 5:56

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236. the 🦋 BUTTERFLY EFFECT of mental health?! 29:38

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are we... taking self-care too far? 32:36

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are we... protecting our peace or just avoiding the mess? 33:48

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mini: what your fav taylor swift song says about you (mental health edition) 5:51

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235. society is shaping women’s core beliefs… so let’s rewire them feat. kara loewentheil 43:34

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are we... losing the spark? 38:56

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234. what taylor swift says about mental health (a psych grad UNPACKS her best lyrics, quotes, + more!) 45:33

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are we... catching flights, tossing our $$$ skincare, and telling all? 42:10

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233. wilderness therapy doesn’t work… so why are we still sending our kids??! feat. dr. will dobud 56:42

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are we... just working for the weekend? 31:06

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232. your school friends matter… here’s why & how to make them 37:21

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are we... addicted to the chase? 37:41

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231. gen z mental health: is it really that bad?? - a pediatrician’s take feat. dr. ken ginsburg 30:37

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mini: four steps for healing TRAUMA 5:00

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230. a mental health plan you can actually follow 42:26

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229. why you’re struggling in college (& what to do) feat. dr. jessi gold 46:31

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mini: master your COLLEGE ROUTINE in just five mins! 5:46

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228. dr. angela duckworth on how to be gritty + set yourself up for SUCCESS! 51:22