1225: Feeling Great With Dr. David Burns Part 2

In today's episode, Gina shares part two of her interview with Dr. David Burns, a Stanford educated psychiatrist noted for his pioneering work in cognitive therapy and development of TEAM CBT, and evolution of cognitive therapy that can provide rapid recovery. Dr. Burns discusses his app, which is free for users and can make substantial progress in healing users mental health concerns (such as anxiety and depression) with only a few hours of use!. Listen in to hear more wisdom, experience and insight from Dr. Burns today! Get Dr. Burns' Feeling Great app for free! Feeling Great Check out the many free anxiety resources at Feeling Good by David Burns, MD Stillpoint Fridays is my once-a-week Friday note — a slower, more personal reflection that’s different from what I share on the podcast. If you’d like a quiet place to land as the week winds down, you can join here: or on our website anxietycoachespodcast.com and sign up for the newsletter. Please visit our Sponsor Page to find all the links and codes for our awesome sponsors! Website Join our community Group Coaching Join our Group Coaching Full or Mini Membership Program 1:1 Coaching Learn more about our One-on-One Coaching If you prefer to listen AD-FREE , try our Supercast premium access membership : Learn more about anxiety What is anxiety? Free Guided Meditation for Calming Your Anxious Mind 10-Minute Body-Scan Meditation for Anxiety Chapters 0:26 Introduction to the Podcast 2:46 The Feeling Great App 5:31 Challenges with Mental Health Professionals 7:17 Exploring Funding Options 11:02 The Role of AI in Therapy 15:14 The State of Psychiatry Today 18:19 The Power of Thought Change 20:16 Spiritual Enlightenment Through Recovery 21:04 Conclusion and Next Steps Summary In this episode, I continue my engaging conversation with Dr. David Burns, a prominent figure in the fields of psychotherapy and cognitive behavioral therapy. As the author of bestselling books such as "Feeling Good" and "When Panic Attacks," Dr. Burns has dedicated decades to understanding and treating mental health challenges such as anxiety and depression. Together, we explore the evolution of therapeutic techniques and how measuring emotional outcomes has revolutionized the approach to treating patients. Dr. Burns shares fascinating insights from his 35 years of experience, emphasizing the value of quantifying patients' feelings before and after therapy sessions. By adopting a methodology akin to sports performance analysis, he explains how psychotherapists can evaluate effectiveness and refine their techniques, ultimately leading to more successful treatments. His innovative approach has resulted in models where many patients enjoy significant relief from anxiety in just one intensive session. The brilliance of Dr. Burns's work extends to his latest project, the Feeling Great app, which utilizes advanced AI to replicate his therapeutic techniques, offering users a groundbreaking and accessible tool for managing mental health. However, we delve into the challenges faced by creators of mental health resources amidst a complex landscape dominated by traditional practices. Dr. Burns articulates his frustration over the limited support for AI-driven mental health solutions, highlighting the hesitance of both the public and mental health professionals who fear the disruption these innovations may pose to traditional therapeutic models. He shares his concerns that despite the power of the Feeling Great app, the financial viability of sustaining such an effective tool remains tenuous. See Privacy Policy at and California Privacy Notice at .

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1225: Feeling Great With Dr. David Burns Part 2 is an episode from The Anxiety Coaches Podcast by Gina Ryan.

This episode is 00:21:48 long.

This episode was published on Mar 4, 2026.

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