
Owen O’Kane, a psychotherapist in the BBC’s groundbreaking series *Change Your Mind, Change Your Life*, has spent over 25 years transforming lives in physical and mental health. As a former National Health Service Clinical Lead and trusted expert, Owen is celebrated for making complex psychology accessible to everyone. His latest book, *Addicted to Anxiety* (February 2025), became an instant *Sunday Times* Bestseller, delivering powerful strategies to break free from anxiety’s grip. Praised for its compassion and clarity, the book has won widespread acclaim from academics, media, and public figures alike. Owen’s writings have positively impacted hundreds of thousands of individuals around the world, and as of the latest count, his work has secured publication and translation agreements in over 30 countries. His approach is shaped by his own upbringing in Northern Ireland during a time referred to as “the Troubles,” as well as his experience as a palliative care specialist, where he supported hundreds of patients confronting their own mortality. Source: [About the author](https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B07M6KY51S/about?ccsid=dc8fc20c-69c7-498f-9160-7f89a4cfb09)