4 Types of Overthinking and How to Stop Them - Worry, Intrusive Thoughts, Rumination, Over-Analyzing
From Therapy in a Nutshell by Therapy in a Nutshell -Emma McAdam
April 24, 2026 · 22 min · Episode 254
About this episode
This episode discusses four types of overthinking and provides practical skills to manage them.
Learn 4 skills to stop overthinking, rumination, worrying and over-analyzing. Overthinking can make you super anxious, but there are practical ways to stop it. Here is a link to my "How to Process Your Emotions" course: https://courses.therapyinanutshell.com/emotion-processing Learn the skills to regulate your Emotions, join the membership: https://courses.therapyinanutshell.com/membership Looking for affordable online counseling? My sponsor, BetterHelp, connects you to a licensed professional from the comfort of your own home. Try it now for 10% off your first month: https://betterhelp.com/therapyinanutshell FREE Mental Health Resources: https://courses.therapyinanutshell.com/free-resources Therapy in a Nutshell and the information provided by Emma McAdam are solely intended for informational and entertainment purposes and are not a substitute for advice, diagnosis, or treatment regarding medical or mental health conditions. Although Emma McAdam is a licensed marriage and family therapist, the views expressed on this site or any related content should not be taken for medical or psychiatric advice. Always consult your physician before making any decisions related to your…
People in this episode
Host: Emma McAdam
Topics covered
- overthinking
- rumination
- worry
- intrusive thoughts
- mental health
- emotional regulation
Keywords
- overthinking
- rumination
- worry
- intrusive thoughts
- mental health resources
- emotional regulation
- therapy
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