# 1109 - Thyroid Trouble: The Hidden Root of Low Energy, Mood & Brain Fog

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Podcast: [Counselor Toolbox Podcast with DocSnipes](https://stenobird.com/podcast/counselor-toolbox-podcast-with-docsnipes-633172)
Published: 2026-05-15T09:30:00+00:00
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Duration seconds: 3831

## Resource

00:00 Introduction and Overview 00:34 Thyroid Basics and Mental Health 01:54 Thyroid Imbalances: Symptoms and Impacts 05:04 Autoimmune Thyroid Diseases and Inflammation 06:35 Thyroid and the Stress Response 12:10 Thyroid Hormones: TSH, T4, T3, and RT3 16:37 Blood Tests and Diagnosing Thyroid Issues 20:03 Chronic Stress, Downward Spirals, and Depression 27:02 Thyroid, Hormones, and the Autonomic Nervous System 31:01 Gonadal Hormones, PCOS, and Thyroid 36:06 Thyroid Dysfunction and Aging 39:59 Neurotransmitters and Thyroid Connection 44:03 Medication, Nutrients, and Thyroid Function 48:03 Thyroid Stress: Challenges and Patient Experience 52:53 Therapeutic and Practical Strategies 57:52 Cognitive and Environmental Supports 01:00:42 Final Thoughts and Key Takeaways Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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