This week licensed therapist Kati Morton addresses whether or not our therapist knows when we lie. She also explained why they may call you out on it, and why being honest is important but difficult. She then talks about why therapists are taught to watch body language and notice what their patients do in session or when stressed out. Kati then explores the ... Show More
Aug 21
Do You Have CPTSD? Symptoms, Flashbacks & Treatments
What is Complex PTSD (CPTSD), and how does it differ from traditional PTSD or Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)? In this episode of Ask Kati Anything (Ep. 328), licensed therapist Kati Morton breaks down the ICD-11 diagnostic criteria for Complex PTSD, the impact of chronic e ... Show More
1h 20m
Aug 13
How Narcissism Actually Works: Love Bombing, Gaslighting, Flying Monkeys
Narcissism, narcissistic abuse, and NPD get thrown around constantly online, and most of what circulates is wrong. In this episode, licensed marriage and family therapist Kati Morton walks through what narcissistic personality disorder actually is (all nine DSM criteria, and why ... Show More
57m 44s
Aug 13
“I ruin every relationship I care about.” - BPD
Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) is deeply misunderstood, heavily stigmatized, and far more complex than just "being emotional". In this episode of Ask Kati Anything, licensed marriage and family therapist Kati Morton breaks down the official BPD diagnostic criteria from the ... Show More
1h 11m
Nov 2025
Ep. 560: Very Special Episode: What Secrets Does Your Therapist Wish They Could Tell You?
We talk to Lori Gottlieb—psychotherapist, bestselling author, and co-host of the “Since You Asked” advice podcast—about what she wishes she could tell her patients. We discuss questions like why patients lie to their therapists, how to know if you’re the toxic friend, how to hand ... Show More
41m 50s
Apr 2022
278 SelfWork: 15 Good Questions To Ask Your Potential Therapist
Three times this week I was asked, "Just how do I interview a therapist?" So... I'm going to give you fifteen very specific, concrete, and legit questions to ask a potential therapist. It's important of course to note how that therapist is answering you and does their manner of t ... Show More
28m 13s
Nov 2024
Couch Talks: I Was The Other Woman, Am I A Horrible Person?
Couch Talks is the bonus episode of You Need Therapy that comes out every Wednesday where Kat answers questions that listeners send to kathryn@youneedtherapypodcast.com. This week, Kat responds to a listener question about a complicated, secret relationship that has suddenly come ... Show More
13m 44s
Jul 2025
Listen To THIS If You're Feeling Stuck | Ask A Therapist
<p>In today's episode, we're diving deep into some of the burning questions you've been asking us to cover.<br/><br/>Whether you're dealing with loss and grief, navigating relationship issues, struggling with manifestation, or working through health challenges ... Show More
39m 44s
Sep 2025
Why you should go to therapy
Today's episode gets deep, and vulnerable and honest. I'll share why it's so hard for us to be honest with ourselves, how it slows us down and what we can do to keep growing. One quick spoiler, find a therapist :,) Always with love, Lexi Keep up with me here, too: Instagram: ... Show More
32m 58s