EP 358: The Neuroscience of Anxiety with Alex Nashton

EP 358: The Neuroscience of Anxiety with Alex Nashton

April 20, 2026 · 57 min · Season 3

About this episode

In this episode, Georgie Collinson and guest Alex Nashton discuss the neuroscience of anxiety and how to rewire the brain for change.

In this episode, I'm joined by the wonderful Alex Nashton - a self-proclaimed neuroscience nerd, mindfulness practitioner, and coach who works deeply with both individuals and couples. She's also the host of the Mind Over Grey Matter podcast, where I had the pleasure of being a guest a couple of years ago. In this conversation, we dive into the science behind anxiety - not in an overwhelming way, but in a way that actually helps you understand what's happening in your brain and, more importantly, how change is truly possible. We explore neuroplasticity, the patterns that keep you stuck, and how to gently rewire your mind without falling into self-judgement. If you've ever felt frustrated that you "know better" but still feel stuck in anxious patterns, this episode will give you both clarity and hope. We talk about: What neuroplasticity means and how to maximise your brain's capacity for change at any age The neuroscience of anxiety: what's actually happening in the brain and why understanding it changes everything The mechanics of how old neural pathways dissolve and new ones take hold The self-judgement trap: why high-functioning women get caught in it and how to break the cycle…

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