Midwest Anxiety

Midwest Anxiety Mental health is a lifestyle, not a diagnosis. Life has many ups and downs. These challenges will either strengthen or deflate your character.

Each day you are challenged with situations that will either go well, not so well, or somewhere in between. At Midwest Anxiety, we believe that people are not defined by their weaknesses, but rather by their strengths. Life stressors are managed when these strengths are tapped and skills are developed to improve weaknesses. We inspire a purpose driven and meaningful life by focusing on what you can become rather than what you cannot become. Midwest Anxiety is a community based treatment program for anxiety disorders and more generalized problems involving excessive worry, anxiety, and stress reactions. We employ an interactive, action-oriented Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) approach, integrating features of behavioral modification into cognitive restructuring. Unlike traditional office-based psychotherapy, we work with people in “real life” situations in their natural environments (home, school, sporting events, etc). Instead of coming to us in a stuffy office, we come visit you in your world. We believe this “hands on” approach gives us the best opportunity to see your strengths and help you overcome your obstacles in the environments that you live in. We believe that negative emotions and behaviors are learned responses to the environment and can be unlearned. Understanding the environment helps us implement step-by-step Cognitive Behavioral strategies to modify negative patterns as they arise. Whether you struggle with procrastination, obsession or compulsion, fear or phobia, problematic relationships or communication skills, depression or anxiety, Midwest Anxiety can help you make the changes to how you think, feel, and act.

01/26/2026

Randy’s 2 Engine Lights & Meg Can’t Read

Alright fam. It’s Sunday night. Time to get real again on The Real Life.

Just because Meg and I are therapists doesn’t mean we don’t struggle. We’re human first. Therapists second.

This week brought some big-time struggles for Randy. He had his second car engine failure in two weeks. This time it was JB (aka Summer Jeep). Only 9,000 miles… who would think an engine failure? JB’s engine through a warning light and suddenly Randy’s workflow changed for a day and a half. Huge thank you to all the clients who were flexible and shifted to virtual. Randy is genuinely grateful.

Meg struggled with staying present during her nightly reading. Her mind kept wandering to all the to-dos and what was coming next. Meg and Randy reminded each other how important it is to stay present—to remember we only have this moment. Not the past. Not the future. Just what’s right in front of us.

Some things to cheer: Meg has stayed focused on her running and is doing a great job being more present overall. Randy is staying consistent on his journey toward better health.

Alright fam—KEEP IT REAL this week. We hope this show helps you accept your struggles and lean into your strengths. We’re all on this journey together. Everyone struggles. Some of us struggle more than others, but everyone struggles. And we all have so many great things about us. We all have more strengths than struggles. 💪

We’d love to keep this conversation going in the comments 👇�👉 What are you struggling with?�👉 What’s something you’re proud of?

THE REAL LIFE OF A CBT THERAPIST
HELLO! I’m Randy Floyd, LSCSW, and I’m joined by my co-host, Meg Hefferon. LPC. We’re excited to share our show, THE REAL LIFE OF A CBT THERAPIST, where we explore what it looks like to be humans first and Cognitive Behavioral Therapists second.

Each week, Meg and I talk through the highs and lows of our personal lives and reflect on how we used CBT skills to navigate real challenges. THERAPISTS STRUGGLE TOO — WE’RE HUMAN, just like everyone else. OUR HOPE IS THAT AS WE SHARE OUR OWN PROCESS, YOU’LL WALK AWAY WITH PRACTICAL CBT TOOLS TO SUPPORT YOUR OWN JOURNEY. New episodes drop every Sunday at 7 PM.

01/25/2026

Another episode of The Real Life drops TONIGHT at 7pm. Randy breaks down the stress of two engine failures in two weeks (yeah… brutal). Meg opens up about trying to read at night while her brain keeps shouting her to-do list.

Real life. Real stress. See you tonight at 7pm.

THE REAL LIFE OF A CBT THERAPIST
HELLO! I’m Randy Floyd, LSCSW, and I’m joined by my co-host, Meg Hefferon. LPC. We’re excited to share our show, THE REAL LIFE OF A CBT THERAPIST, where we explore what it looks like to be humans first and Cognitive Behavioral Therapists second.

Each week, Meg and I talk through the highs and lows of our personal lives and reflect on how we used CBT skills to navigate real challenges. THERAPISTS STRUGGLE TOO — WE’RE HUMAN, just like everyone else. OUR HOPE IS THAT AS WE SHARE OUR OWN PROCESS, YOU’LL WALK AWAY WITH PRACTICAL CBT TOOLS TO SUPPORT YOUR OWN JOURNEY. New episodes drop every Sunday at 7 PM.

01/25/2026

We’re excited to announce Midwest Anxiety and are teaming up on February 25 from 6:00pm-8:00pm to host a night of great food and a honest conversation about managing stress and feeling overwhelmed.

Let’s be honest for a moment. Life is a lot right now. Many of us are walking around feeling stressed, anxious, and overwhelmed, trying to hold it together for our families, our jobs, and the people who depend on us—often while quietly wondering if we’re doing any of it “right.”

Tonight is not about labels, diagnoses, or sitting on a couch talking about your childhood. This is not therapy.
This is about Real Life.

Our goal tonight is simple: to have an honest, practical conversation about how to feel better, connect better, and create more calm and happiness — using tools you can actually use tomorrow morning. No jargon. No pressure. No fixing yourself. Just small shifts that make a real difference.

So take a breath. Enjoy your food. Be present.

You don’t have to solve everything tonight—you just have to be here. Welcome to Stressed. Anxious. Overwhelmed: How to Get Yourself and Your Family Happy—Without Going to Therapy.

LOCATION
The Brass Onion, 5501 W 135th St, Overland Park, KS 66224.
We’re grateful for our Integrative Dining partnership with Brass Onion—a collaboration rooted in a genuine commitment to the emotional well-being of both staff and guests.

AGENDA
6:00pm: Welcome�6:15pm: Dinner with Live Jazz by Oz Entertainment�6:45pm: Program begins �7:15pm: Dessert with Live Jazz by Oz Entertainment�7:30pm: Q&A �8:00pm: Conclusion

DINNER BY BRASS ONION
House Salad, Mr. B’s Fried Chicken, Mashed Potatoes, Gravy, Sautéed Green Beans + Shallots, Honey Cornbread, Laura’s Carrot Cake, Key Lime Pie

For More Information 👉 midwestanxiety.com/classes/happinesswithouttherapy

01/24/2026

Tonight at 7pm we drop our first experience. Stay tuned. The Brass Onion

01/24/2026

We only know one way to do mental health and that’s differently. You’ll start seeing in your feed all the shows coming back. We’re out to show the world (yes the world) a different way of doing mental health.

01/24/2026

Mr. O and I are excited to host the first LIVE! Music meeting tomorrow (going virtual due to the weather). Our goal is simple: get kids and teens rocking together—then get them on stages. Backyards. BBQs. Community events. Everywhere music lives.

We believe young musicians deserve opportunities that, for too long, have been reserved only for adults. With the support of our community, these kids won’t just practice music—they’ll perform it, share it, and grow through it.

It’s time to change the culture of music. It’s time for kids to share the stage with adult musicians. 🎸🎶

JOIN LIVE! MUSIC & JOIN US TOMORROW 👉 midwestanxiety.com/joinlivemusic

Stay tuned this weekend. we’re excited to announce our first event.
01/23/2026

Stay tuned this weekend. we’re excited to announce our first event.

01/23/2026

MWAfam!! Today is a VERY exciting day. The biggest Doing Mental Health Differently yet.�
I’m beyond excited to officially announce the launch of Integrative Dining.

Integrative Dining brings mental health into restaurant spaces in a natural, stigma-free way, offering support that nourishes both body and mind. Restaurants have always been more than places to eat. They are hubs for connection, conversation, and community—where families gather, friends reconnect, milestones are celebrated, and hard days are softened. That makes them the perfect environment to introduce simple, meaningful practices that promote relaxation, mindfulness, and genuine human connection, without therapy rooms, labels, or pressure.

At our partner restaurants, every staff member and every guest matters—not for what they do or what they spend, but for who they are. Every person who walks through the door is human first, with a heartbeat, a story, and a life that deserves care, dignity, and connection. While a great meal can brighten a moment, many guests leave carrying the same challenges they arrived with—stress, anxiety, grief, burnout, or simply the weight of life. Food alone can’t fix that, but connection can help.

Integrative Dining is not about diagnosing or treating. It’s about presence, awareness, and care. By weaving mental health principles into curated dining experiences, we help create spaces where people feel seen rather than rushed, welcome rather than judged, and connected rather than alone. This is dining that feeds more than hunger. This is dining that honors the whole human—because food tastes even better when life feels better.

Midwest Anxiety helps restaurants care for their people and their business. We are actively seeking and connecting with restaurants that are passionate about mental health and employee wellness. If your restaurant values people just as much as profit, we’d love to discuss how Integrative Mental Health Dining can be tailored to your restaurant, including menu integration, mental health programming, and promotional strategies. Together, we can create a dining experience that nourishes both body and mind.

For more information on Integrative Dining please visit midwestanxiety.com/integrativedining

01/22/2026

TOMORROW AT 7PM……We’re making a . The BIGGEST Doing Mental Health Differently we’ve ever done.
We’ve done a lot of things differently over the years… but this one?

It’s the wildest mental health thing we’ve done. Stay tuned.

Zane is a 17-year-old aspiring musician with a passion for guitar, drums, keyboard, and saxophone. He’s also the very fi...
01/20/2026

Zane is a 17-year-old aspiring musician with a passion for guitar, drums, keyboard, and saxophone. He’s also the very first Frontman of Live! Music — a title he proudly created himself. As Frontman, Zane leads with energy and enthusiasm, ensuring youth bands are prepared for auditions and performances. He sets the tone, inspires his peers, and keeps the spirit of music alive among the Live! Music young musicians.

Live! Music was born out of Zane’s personal journey — one marked by loss, resilience, and an unshakable love for music. After losing his father at a young age, Zane struggled to find his purpose, but one thing always remained clear: his dream to build a life centered around music.

Despite his talent and determination, Zane has faced numerous challenges — from the high cost of instruments to limited opportunities for exposure, and the question so many young artists ask: “Why is it important to be in the classroom if I just want to play music?”

Out of these challenges, Live! Music was created — a movement dedicated to empowering young musicians to overcome obstacles, discover their voice, and share their energy with the world.

Along the way, many musical artists and teachers have inspired Zane to keep playing and making the most out of life. He gives special thanks to Steve Thomas (drum teacher and Shooting Star band member), Luke Hoffman (guitar teacher and Burn the Jukebox band member), and many others who have supported him throughout his journey.
Zane’s musical style and talents are influenced by the Foo Fighters, Red Hot Chili Peppers, John Mayer, Dominic Fike, and The Strokes.

🎶 WANTED: ALL YOUNG MUSICIANS (AGES 7–18) 🎶

⏰ ONE WEEK AWAY! The first Live! Music meeting is happening THIS SATURDAY — 1/24 at 4:30 PM.

This kickoff meeting is all about getting started in Live! Music and forming kid & teen bands.
�👉 No matter your skill level — beginners welcome.�👉 If you play an instrument, sing, or just want to jam, you belong here.

JOIN LIVE! MUSIC 👉 midwestanxiety.com/joinlivemusic

I think I hit this weeks struggle I want to talk about on this weeks Real Life. 😞
01/20/2026

I think I hit this weeks struggle I want to talk about on this weeks Real Life. 😞

01/20/2026

A LITTLE TIME ANNOUNCEMENT

GOOD NEWS!!! All the shows are coming back. We’re baaaaack and officially filming DAILY starting today. We’re doing mental health differently and we’re not just talking about it — we’re showing the world how to do it.

A BIG TIME ANNOUNCEMENT COMING THURSDAY JANUARY 22
In 2026 we’re going BIG and not going home. We’re about to announce the most crazy, outside-the-box, never-done-before way we’ve taken mental health where it’s never been. Stay tuned. 👀🔥

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