You Need Therapy

This week, Kat is joined by the amazing Jonathan Merritt, who is about to release his first children's book, My Guncle And Me. Jonathan is an award-winning columnist and commentator on politics, spirituality, and culture. He is a contributing editor for The Week and has been featured on prominent national outlets including The New York Times, USA Today, The Washington Post, The Atlantic, and CNN. He is also a profoundly kind, caring, and inspiring soul who helped create a space for a conversation about safety, love, & inclusivity. Listen to this episode to hear about what Jonathan calls the difference between "A Thing" and "A Version of a Thing" and learn how he went from experiencing a malicious public outing to feeling more loved & celebrated for who he is than ever before.  Click HERE to see the new merch! Follow Kat on Instagram: @Kat.Defatta Follow the podcast Instagram: @YouNeedTherapyPodcast Have a question, concern, guest idea, something else? Reach Kat at: Kathryn@youneedtherapyodcast.com Heard about Three Cords Therapy but don’t know what it is? Click here!   Produced by: @HoustonTilleySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Exploring the complexities of self-worth and value, the host reflects on finding value beyond productivity. The concept of worthiness in different contexts is discussed, highlighting the inherent value of being alive. Emphasizing not letting external opinions define self-worth, the importance of resilience is explored through personal narratives and scientific perspectives.

This podcast delves into the concept of performative vulnerability on social media, exploring its manipulation for attention and affirmation. It discusses the complexities of vulnerability in professions and artistic expressions, emphasizing the importance of authenticity and self-awareness in online interactions.

Listen to this bonus episode where Kat answers listener questions about being a new therapist, handling uncertainties, and building confidence. She emphasizes creating a supportive space for clients and the importance of authenticity and self-disclosure in therapy.

Julia Langer, expert in deconstruction, talks about what inspires deconstruction, common misconceptions, and navigating faith and belief deconstruction. The podcast explores therapists' sharing personal views, the complexities of questioning beliefs, and the transformative process of embracing curiosity and empathy in personal growth.

Julia Langer, therapist at Three Cords Therapy, joins Kat to discuss challenging relationships. They explore love and communication complexities in strained relationships, especially between a diehard Christian mother and her daughter. The conversation delves into setting boundaries, coping with disagreements, and recognizing needs for fulfilling relationships.

Josie Oldham, LMSW, discusses Obsessive Compulsive Disorder with Kat. They explore the basics of OCD, common self-diagnosis trends, and coping strategies. They also delve into the importance of recognizing different forms of OCD for effective support.

A listener seeks advice about finding questionable messages on their partner's phone, prompting discussions on relationship doubts, partner behavior, future selves in relationships, self-worth, and decision-making for fulfillment.

The podcast discusses the obsession with feeling good all the time, questioning if feeling 'better' is truly what we seek. It explores impulse buying, patience in furnishing homes, and the struggle with comfort culture. The speaker reflects on navigating discomfort, impulsivity, and delayed gratification in a culture of instant fixing.

Couch Talks is the bonus episode of You need Therapy where Kat answers questions that listeners send to Kathryn@youneedtherapypodcast.com. This week, a listener asks Kat for input on navigating the relationship she has with her mom. Creating boundaries as an adult when you leave your family of origin and begin to create your own adult family can be one of the most confusing experiences that sends messages that we are doing things wrong when we are not. Listen to this episode to hear some of Kat’s perspective on what happens when our parent’s needs become our responsibility.  Click HERE to see the new merch! Follow Kat on Instagram: @Kat.Defatta Follow the podcast Instagram: @YouNeedTherapyPodcast Have a question, concern, guest idea, something else? Reach Kat at: Kathryn@youneedtherapyodcast.com Heard about Three Cords Therapy but don’t know what it is? Click here!   Produced by: @HoustonTilleySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.