Ask Anne Chester™: Therapy Talks
Welcome to Ask Anne Chester™: Therapy Talks—where life’s challenges meet honesty, insight, and just enough levity to lighten the load. Hosted by Anne Chester, licensed clinical social worker, this show is for women in Texas who find themselves smack in the middle of life, navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, or just the overwhelming stress of being human.
Anne brings real-world strategies, grounded compassion, and a no-nonsense edge to conversations that matter. Whether you're facing a tough moment or wondering how life got so complicated, you're not alone—and you’re definitely not stuck.
If you’ve ever thought, “There’s got to be a better way”—you’re absolutely right. And here’s some good news: Anne offers a free 15-minute consultation to help you take that first step toward something better.
Thanks for listening. If today’s episode spoke to you and you’re a Texan ready for change, let’s talk.
To learn more about Anne Chester™, LCSW Counseling visit:
https://www.AnneChester.com
Anne Chester™, LCSW Counseling
122 River Oaks Drive
Southlake, Texas 76092
817-939-7884
Episodes
19 episodes
Learning The Difference Between Realism And Low Self-Esteem
The most convincing lies don’t sound cruel, they sound “reasonable.” That’s why the phrase “I’m just being realistic” can quietly become a cover for low self-esteem or imposter syndrome. Sophia sits dow...
The Hidden Cost Of Getting It Right: How Perfectionism Leaves You Exhausted
Perfection can feel like peace, but it’s really a contract with your nervous system: keep performing, keep controlling, keep getting it right. When the bill comes due, it shows up as anxiety, burnout, resentment, and a quiet loss of connection ...
Stop Giving Away Your Power, People Only Take What You Give Them
The fastest way to lose yourself isn’t a big blowup, it’s the tiny “fine” you say when you mean “no.” We dig into a blunt truth that explains so many messy moments at home, at work, and in family relationships: people take the power we give the...
Vindication Vs Validation: How To Stop Waiting For An Apology And Start Healing
You know that feeling when you’re waiting for someone to finally say, “You’re right, I did it, and I’m sorry”? That hunger makes sense, but it can also quietly steal your peace. Sophia Yvette and I sit down to unpack a big emotional tangle:
When Boundaries Change Relationships: Letting Go To Find Peace
Ever set a healthy boundary and watch a warm relationship turn cold overnight? We unpack that jolt—the confusion, the scanning for what you missed, the way your body braces as if danger might return—and...
What It Means To Be Seen Vs. Sorted
Ever walked into a new role or relationship feeling electric with possibility—only to sense you’re being reduced to a single story? We dig into the difference between being seen and being sorted, and wh...
The Pressure Of Big Gestures: Why Valentine’s Day Feels So Heavy
Why Does Valentine’s Day Feel So Heavy?Valentine’s Day can feel like a pop quiz on love that no one studied for. We get honest about the unspoken rules, the pressure to perform, and why even thoughtful gestures can land with...
Understanding Cortisol Addiction And Finding Real Rest
What Is A Cortisol Junkie?Calm can feel threatening when your nervous system has learned that being “on” is the safest place to live. We sit down with licensed clinical social worker Anne Chester to unpack why
The 5 Minute Resolution: Is It Realistic?
What Is The 5 Minute Resolution?Resolutions promise a clean slate, but why do so many leave us exhausted and ashamed by mid-January? We take a scalpel to the 5-minute fix and reveal the de...
How To Manage Holiday Blues With Realistic Expectations
How To Manage Holiday Blues?Holiday lights can be dazzling and heavy at the same time. We talk honestly about why the season often intensifies anxiety, grief, and loneliness—and how to trade perfection for presence without giving ...
How Hidden, Unintentional Labels Shape Identity And Mental Health
What Are Unintentional Labels?Ever feel like a single word is steering your whole life? We dig into the subtle but powerful role of unintentional labels—shy, weird, too much, not leadershi...
Shalom: Forgiveness, How to Wish Someone The Best and Move Forward
How Can We Offer Forgiveness?Holiday tables get loud even when no one raises a voice. We unpack why brokered peace—those fragile truces built on unspoken rules and tiptoeing—so often collapses under the weight of expectations, and...
Anne Chester Discusses Why Not Everyone Who Hurts You Is A Narcissist
Are All My Enemies Narcissists?What if calling someone a narcissist is keeping you stuck? We get honest about the difference between painful behavior, emotional immaturity, and true narcissist...
The Art of an Apology: Repair Begins Where Control Ends
What is the Art of an Apology?Ever been handed “I’m sorry you feel that way” and left wondering why it made everything worse? We go straight to the heart of repair—what a real apology is, ...
The Catastrophe in Your Head: Breaking Free from Worst-Case Scenario Thinking
Stop, Drop And Rethink : A Guide To Catastrophizing LessEver find yourself spiraling into worst-case scenarios over relatively minor issues? That's catastrophizing, and it's stealing your ...
When the Past Won't Let Go: A Deep Dive into Trauma Healing
What Is Trauma And How Do You Treat It?Trauma leaves an imprint that goes far beyond the event itself, embedding itself in our bodies and minds in ways that can seem mysterious or even frustrating. Licensed clinical social w...
Friends vs. Therapists: Where Support Ends and Healing Begins
Why Your Friend Can't Be Your TherapistHave you ever found yourself wondering why venting to your best friend doesn't seem to solve your problems? That's exactly what licensed clinical social ...