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
133 episodes
A Roundtable Discussion on Infertility - Part 2
Welcome back to this two-part roundtable episode on infertility. In last week's episode, you heard from our experts - Dr. Ivy, a psychologist, Shannon Keefe, a functional nutritionist, Ali Johnson, an integrative psychotherapist, and Gabie, the...
A Roundtable Discussion on Infertility - Part 1
Welcome. I have a special two-part episode for you with a fun new format - a roundtable group discussion on a very important topic: fertility and infertility, something that affects millions of Americans, anywhere from 10-15% of reproductive ag...
Eating Disorders, Weight Stigma, & Parenting with Dr. Hartman
Dr. Hartman shared her expertise as an eating disorder and adolescent medicine expert and we focused on how social media and today's society impact mental health and body image, the role that all this attention now on weight and weight loss med...
Conference Learning Pearls, from AI Chatbots to Sleep to Neurodiversity & Climate Anxiety
I attended a recent conference hosted by Northern California Psychiatric Society and the American Psychiatric Association that focused on many relevant and up to date topics, and in this episode I'll share some key pearls on themes related to c...
International Women's Day
In this special International Women's Day episode, we're celebrating real progress in women's health — from landmark research changes to the first-ever FDA-approved medication for postpartum depression. We also touch on the growing conversation...
Fertility, infertility, and mental health
The experience of a difficult fertility journey is one that can have significant mental health effects. In this episode we'll discuss many of the factors that contribute - from interpersonal and relationship challenges, to work difficulties, fi...
Investing (In You)
In this first episode of 2026, we'll discuss the important of three different kinds of personal investments - financial, time, and emotional - and how to use your fundamental values to make decisions about how to invest these precious resources...
Learning Pearls from the 9th Annual Reproductive Mental Health Conference
The 9th Annual Bay Area Reproductive Mental Health Conference took place in early November this year and was a wealth of information from experts in the field. In this episode, I share some of the most salient take-aways I had as an attendee.&n...
Autism in Women with Dr. Greeter
Dr. Stacy Greeter, a child and adolescent psychiatrist and expert in neurodivergence, shares her insights on how to recognize autism and how it may present differently in women, and provides many resources for clinicians and patients alike.&nbs...
The Psychology of Menopause
The menopausal transition comes with many hormonal and biological changes. This episode, however, focuses on the psychology of that transition - what does aging mean? What does the end of reproduction signify? How do we navigate the challenges ...
Nutrition for Reproductive Mental Health with Shannon Keefe
If you've wondered about the role of nutrition in your mental wellness and reproductive health journey, this is the podcast episode to listen to today. In this episode, Shannon Keefe, a functional nutritionist, shares her expertise on how to cr...
Managing Mental Health on Your Fertility Journey with Dr. Bove
Our expert this week, Dr. Erica Bove, an OBGYN, reproductive endocrinologist, and coach, shares her expertise on navigating mental wellbeing during fertility journeys - addressing anxious thoughts, reframing mindset, and how to use information ...
Creatine for Mental Health
Many are discussing the potential benefits of creatine, so in this episode, I'll review for you what creatine is and how it might help symptoms of depression and cognitive well-being. References:
Choosing a Prenatal Vitamin
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 vitami...
Reflections on the FDA Panel of SSRIs in 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. Re...
Sexual Health with Occupational Therapist Casey Hobbs
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:
Preventing Postpartum Depression with Dr. Zechowy
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 ...
An Update on Exercise for Reproductive Mental Health
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.
Choosing a Midwife with Born Wild Midwifery
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...
Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy with Chelsea Anjeski
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 W...
Restorative Reproductive Medicine with Dr. Minjeur
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...
Learning Pearls from NorCal Psychiatry Conference
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...
Healing Touch for Treating Pain with Njideka Olatunde, ND
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 healin...
Int'l Women's Day & Adolescent Sexual Health with Dr. Duggan
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 wi...
Endometriosis Impacts on Mental Health
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 ho...