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Are you DONE feeling stuck, overwhelmed, unhealthy, going around in circles—but not sure where to start?
Whether it’s with stress, people-pleasing, overeating, alcohol, or unhealthy habits, you know it’s time for change——but figuring out how to take the next step toward taking back control feels overwhelming.
This podcast is for women over 40 who’ve reached that pivotal moment of saying, “I’m done.”
Each week, I’ll share stories, practical tips, and real conversations to inspire you and guide you toward a calmer, more balanced life that aligns with what you truly want.
Maybe you’re feeling trapped…ready to quit alcohol, stop overeating and let go of unhealthy habits that no longer serve you. If you’re ready to make the changes that you want in your life, this podcast will give you the tools and insights to take those next steps with confidence.
You’ll also hear from experts and guests who’ve been through their own transformations. They’ll share their insights and actionable advice so you can avoid the pitfalls they’ve encountered and conquered.
I’ll, of course, bring my own experience too - I’ve been through this journey myself. I know what it’s like to feel stuck, stressed out, unhealthy and unsure of how to move forward. Over the past 16 years, I’ve not only transformed my own life but also helped thousands of women over 40 navigate their “I’m done” moments and create healthy, fulfilling lives they love.
If you’re ready to move beyond “I’m done” and step into a life where you thrive, you’re in the right place.
Click play and let’s dive in.
Episodes
5 hours ago
5 hours ago
21 min
Just me this week for a solo episode.
I'm chatting about my goals for the rest of 2026, the struggle of getting back into routine after time away, and what I'm doing to cope with feelings of loneliness.
Click play and let's dive in.
To apply for membership to Thrive Academy, Jessica’s coaching program, go to www.jessicacooke.ie/thrive
Jul 28, 2026
Jul 28, 2026
49 min
In this episode, Trisha and I answer two thoughtful listener questions that so many women will relate to.
The first is about perfectionism and the pressure to get everything right. If you've ever felt like giving up because you couldn't do something perfectly, you're not alone. We explore why this mindset can keep us stuck and how we can begin to be kinder to ourselves.
The second question looks at the balance between self-discipline and self-compassion. How do we know when to push ourselves and when it's ok to rest? It can be difficult to tell the difference, especially when guilt gets involved.
As always, Trisha McHale brings her psychotherapist's perspective to the conversation, helping us look beneath the surface of these common struggles.
If you've ever wrestled with perfectionism, questioned whether you're being too hard on yourself, or wondered how to find the balance between discipline and compassion, this episode is for you.
Click play and let's dive in.
To apply for membership to Thrive Academy, Jessica’s coaching program, go to www.jessicacooke.ie/thrive
To contact Trisha McHale for more information on Therapy and Counselling services:
galway@mindandbodyworks.com
091 725 750
About Trisha McHale:
Trisha is a Psychotherapist and Director of Mind & Body Works Counselling and Psychotherapy Centre, based in Galway, with centres in Galway and Dublin. Their team of over 50 Psychotherapists and Psychologists work with adults, couples, adolescents, and children, offering therapies including CBT, EMDR, and Art Therapy. They also run a low-cost counselling service.
Jul 14, 2026
Jul 14, 2026
51 min
In today's episode, Trisha and I answer two powerful listener questions that so many women will relate to.
The first question comes from a listener who wants to stop drinking but feels stuck in the same evening routine. She knows she'll feel better without alcohol, yet the thought of a glass of wine after a long day is hard to resist.
If you've ever wondered why willpower isn't enough or why evenings can feel incomplete without a drink, this conversation is for you.
The second question is about self-belief. It's about looking confident on the outside while feeling overwhelmed and not enough on the inside. We explore why so many women hold themselves back, fear putting themselves out there, and struggle to see themselves the way others do.
As always, Trisha McHale shares her psychotherapist perspective, helping us understand what's really going on beneath these struggles and how small shifts in awareness can lead to lasting change.
Whether you're trying to break a habit, build confidence, or simply understand yourself a little better, we hope this conversation leaves you feeling encouraged, understood, and ready to take the next step.
Click play and let's dive in.
To apply for membership to Thrive Academy, Jessica’s coaching program, go to www.jessicacooke.ie/thrive
To contact Trisha McHale for more information on Therapy and Counselling services:
galway@mindandbodyworks.com
091 725 750
About Trisha McHale:
Trisha is a Psychotherapist and Director of Mind & Body Works Counselling and Psychotherapy Centre, based in Galway, with centres in Galway and Dublin. Their team of over 50 Psychotherapists and Psychologists work with adults, couples, adolescents, and children, offering therapies including CBT, EMDR, and Art Therapy. They also run a low-cost counselling service.
Jul 7, 2026
Jul 7, 2026
18 min
In today’s episode, I talk to the older version of myself that’s really struggling, feeling really bad, anxious, overwhelmed and unhealthy.
The version of me back in 2021 that was still drinking way too much alcohol, overeating, restricting, dieting and feeling desperate that nothing was working.
I tell her what to do and what to stop doing.
If you’re struggling right now, if you’re going around in circles, this one is for you.
Click play and let’s dive in.
Jun 30, 2026
Jun 30, 2026
47 min
In today’s episode, Trisha and I answer two listener questions.
The first question is about feeling stuck in cycles of restarting instead of progressing, using food for comfort, and struggling to build consistency even when there is a strong desire to change.
The second question is about ageing and the inner critic, and how it can feel difficult to let go of a younger version of yourself.
As always, Trisha McHale shares her psychotherapist view, helping explain why these patterns happen and how to change them for good.
Click play and let’s dive in.
To apply for membership to Thrive Academy, Jessica’s coaching program, go to www.jessicacooke.ie/thrive
To contact Trisha McHale for more information on Therapy and Counselling services:
galway@mindandbodyworks.com
091 725 750
About Trisha McHale:
Trisha is a Psychotherapist and Director of Mind & Body Works Counselling and Psychotherapy Centre, based in Galway, with centres in Galway and Dublin. Their team of over 50 Psychotherapists and Psychologists work with adults, couples, adolescents, and children, offering therapies including CBT, EMDR, and Art Therapy. They also run a low-cost counselling service.
Jun 23, 2026
Jun 23, 2026
23 min
If your clothes are feeling uncomfortable and you’re feeling really frustrated, like you’re going around in circles and nothing is working, this one is for you.
You can feel great in your clothes at any age. It doesn't matter about menopause or getting older. There is a positive way to do it that doesn’t involve weighing yourself or obsessing about food.
Actually feel good in your skin again.
Click play and let’s dive in.
Jun 16, 2026
Jun 16, 2026
47 min
In today's episode, Trisha and I answer a listener's question about anxiety, overthinking and the need to control.
The question comes from a listener who asks:
"Has Trisha any tips for dealing with overthinking due to anxiety and wanting things to go a certain way? Why do we feel that need when all we can control is ourselves?"
It's a great question and one I think many women will relate to.
If you find yourself worrying about the future, replaying conversations, trying to make things go a certain way or feeling uncomfortable when things are out of your control, this episode is for you.
Trisha McHale brings her grounded psychotherapist perspective as we explore this listener's question together.
Click play and let's dive in.
To join Thrive Academy, Jessica’s coaching program, go to www.jessicacooke.ie/thrive
To contact Trisha McHale for more information on Therapy and Counselling services:
galway@mindandbodyworks.com
091 725 750
About Trisha McHale:
Trisha is a Psychotherapist and Director of Mind & Body Works Counselling and Psychotherapy Centre, based in Galway, with centres in Galway and Dublin. Their team of over 50 Psychotherapists and Psychologists work with adults, couples, adolescents, and children, offering therapies including CBT, EMDR, and Art Therapy. They also run a low-cost counselling service.
Jun 9, 2026
Jun 9, 2026
24 min
You know what to do.
So why do you keep ending up back in the same place?
For years, my answer was simple:
Try harder.
Work harder.
Be more disciplined.
It never worked.
In this episode, we're exploring one of the most frustrating experiences so many women face: knowing exactly what they need to do, but struggling to actually do it.
If you've ever wondered:
"Why can't I just stick to it?"
This episode is for you.
Because the reason you're stuck may not be the reason you think.
And until you understand what's really going on, you'll keep finding yourself back at the same starting line.
Click play and let’s dive in.
Jun 2, 2026
Jun 2, 2026
27 min
Do you ever feel like you're constantly rushing but never actually getting anywhere?
Looking after everyone else.
Thinking about work.
Worrying about the future.
Feeling overwhelmed.
In this episode, we're talking about the hamster wheel so many women over 40 find themselves stuck on.
Because when life feels chaotic, it's incredibly hard to stay consistent with healthy habits. Workouts get skipped. Self-care goes out the window. Food becomes comfort. And then we end up blaming ourselves.
I'll share why trying harder isn't the answer, how overwhelm impacts your health, and what helped me finally step off the wheel and feel calmer, healthier, and more in control.
If you've been feeling stressed, exhausted, and like you've lost yourself a little along the way, this episode is for you.
Click play and let’s dive in.
May 27, 2026
May 27, 2026
1hr 14 min
In today’s episode, Trisha and I answer a listener's question about food, weight loss and the fear of slipping back into diet culture.
The question comes from a listener who wants to get fit and strong and improve her health, but also feels confused about how weight loss actually works without calorie counting, restriction and obsessing over food again. We talk about overeating, fat storage, portion sizes, hunger, body trust and the fear many women have of “getting it wrong” when they stop dieting.
We also explore the difference between healthy structure and diet culture, why so many women feel stuck in the all-or-nothing cycle, and how to approach weight loss in a slower, calmer and more sustainable way without becoming consumed by food.
As always, Trisha McHale brings her grounded psychotherapist perspective — helping unpack what’s happening beneath these patterns and why rebuilding trust, consistency and self-awareness matters so much.
Click play and let’s dive in.
To apply for membership to Thrive Academy, Jessica’s coaching program, go to www.jessicacooke.ie/thrive
To contact Trisha McHale for more information on Therapy and Counselling services:
galway@mindandbodyworks.com
091 725 750
About Trisha McHale:
Trisha is a Psychotherapist and Director of Mind & Body Works Counselling and Psychotherapy Centre, based in Galway, with centres in Galway and Dublin. Their team of over 50 Psychotherapists and Psychologists work with adults, couples, adolescents, and children, offering therapies including CBT, EMDR, and Art Therapy. They also run a low-cost counselling service.