# Episode #256--"Don't Let Anxiety Define You"--1:1 with Dr Rachael Popcak Isaac, Mental Performance Specialist, Success & Performance Coaching

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Podcast: [Say Yes to Holiness--Catholic Saints in Training](https://stenobird.com/podcast/say-yes-to-holiness-catholic-saints-in-training-544238)
Published: 2025-12-20T19:35:57+00:00
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During the holiday season, there can be SUPER high anxiety. If you dread the holidays, or can’t wait for them to be over, then this Say Yes to Holiness podcast episode is definitely for you. Christina Semmens sits down for a deep conversation with Rachael Popcak Isaac, a Pastoral Counselor and Mental Performance Specialist of Success and Performance Coaching at CatholicCounselors.com. Dr. Rachael (Popcak) Isaac, LCSW, CPT is the founder and director of the Success and Performance Coaching Program at CatholicCounselors.com. She holds a Psychology degree from Franciscan University of Steubenville and a Master’s in Clinical Social Work from the University of Pittsburgh. With a focus on success and sports psychology, Rachael has coached individuals, teams, and organizations from high school to the professional level. Together, Christina and Rachael explore the integration of faith with mental performance, the importance of understanding confidence and humility, and effective strategies for managing stress and anxiety. Rachael also shares her personal journey and insights on how a faith-based approach can enhance counseling and personal growth, emphasizing the significance of recognizing one’s worth and purpose in life. Their discussion concludes with highlighting transformative practices and mindsets that can lead to a more fulfilling and peaceful existence. Takeaways Rachel Isaac is a Pastoral Counselor and Mental Performance Specialist. She integrates faith with mental performance in her counseling. Confidence is about knowing who you are, not comparing yourself to others. Stress and anxiety management are common struggles for clients. Faith is integral to personal identity and counseling effectiveness. Understanding our worth is crucial for personal growth. Connecting w…

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