Jennifer Taitz
Jennifer Taitz is a clinical psychologist and assistant clinical professor of psychiatry at UCLA whose work centers on cognitive and dialectical behavior therapy, stress, relationships, and emotional eating. She wrote End Emotional Eating, How to Be Single and Happy, and Stress Resets, which have received honors including an ABCT Seal of Merit and Next Big Idea Club recognition.
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CBT, DBT & Self-Help Skills
CBT, DBT & Self-Help Skills
This plan bridges clinical frameworks with practical self-help to provide a comprehensive toolkit for mental health. It is ideal for individuals looking to manage intense emotions, reduce stress, and build lasting psychological resilience through actionable strategies.
Master stress eating, flirting & fitness form
Master stress eating, flirting & fitness form
This learning plan addresses three interconnected areas that impact overall wellbeing: emotional eating, social connection, and physical fitness. Ideal for individuals looking to build healthier relationships with food, improve confidence in social situations, and optimize their exercise effectiveness for sustainable lifestyle change.
Psychology, Mental Health & Self-Improvement
Psychology, Mental Health & Self-Improvement
This curriculum bridges the gap between clinical psychological theory and practical self-improvement for anyone seeking better mental clarity. It is ideal for individuals looking to build emotional resilience, improve their relationships, and master evidence-based tools like CBT.
Compassionate Self-Talk: Zen & Psychology
Compassionate Self-Talk: Zen & Psychology
This plan is essential for anyone struggling with a harsh inner critic or chronic self-doubt. It offers a unique bridge between clinical psychology and Zen philosophy, making it ideal for those seeking practical emotional regulation tools.
Live Mindfully & Happily
Live Mindfully & Happily
In an era of constant distraction, this plan offers a science-backed roadmap to mental clarity and emotional resilience. It is ideal for professionals and individuals seeking to reduce stress and build a sustainable foundation for daily joy.
Mindfulness, Psychology & Relationships
Mindfulness, Psychology & Relationships
This course bridges the gap between internal awareness and external connection by blending mindfulness with psychological science. It is ideal for individuals seeking to improve their emotional intelligence, break unhealthy relationship cycles, and live with greater intentionality.
From Insecure to Confident...
From Insecure to Confident...
"From Insecure to Confident: Lessons from Top Therapists" offers a structured approach to building confidence by integrating mindset, cognitive-behavioral techniques, and social skills. It emphasizes understanding confidence as a learnable skill, using tools like CBT and ACT to address self-doubt, and applying these skills in social contexts. The program encourages daily practice and emotional resilience, helping individuals transform internal self-belief into external presence through consistent action and reflection.
Community Voices
"Dr. Jenny Taitz shows us that true relief can be within everyone’s reach"
— Arianna Huffington
"Jennifer L. Taitz’s insight, compassion, and far-reaching clinical experience shine from every page"
— Sharon Salzberg
"Jenny Taitz has done pioneering work to help people achieve more fulfilling relationships"
— Eric Klinenberg
"Dr. Jenny Taitz helps us see that we can reset and cope regardless of what shows up in our lives"
— Lori Gottlieb
"Jenny Taitz offers compassionate guidance that can free our hearts from a binding cultural myth"
— Tara Brach
"Jenny Taitz has written a thoughtful, emotionally engaging book"
— Roy F. Baumeister
"Dr. Jenny Taitz is an expert in teaching people how to cope and you’ll be lucky to have her whispering in your ear as you read Stress Resets"
— Dr. Becky Kennedy
"Drawing on a wealth of evidence and experience as a therapist, Jenny Taitz has written a book that’s as uplifting as it is practical"
— Adam Grant
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From Columbia University alumni built in San Francisco
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
