In this episode of Ask Kati Anything, licensed therapist Kati Morton breaks down why eating disorders are rarely actually about the food or your body. We look at what’s really happening behind the strict rules, rituals, and need for control, and how these behaviors often show up as survival mechanisms to protect us from deeper stress, trauma, and overwhelm. ... Show More
Jul 30
Taboo Topics & Attachment in Therapy
Navigating attachment dynamics and discussing sensitive, taboo topics in therapy can feel daunting, but understanding how your attachment style influences your mental health is a major step toward healing. In this episode, licensed therapist Kati Morton dives deep into attachment ... Show More
1h 5m
Jul 7
Why You’re Exhausted Even When "Nothing" is Wrong
Do you sleep enough and live a balanced life on paper, yet still feel completely wiped out by Tuesday? You aren't "bad at adulting"—your nervous system is likely dealing with an invisible, compounded burden. In this episode, we break down the three overlapping systems that drive ... Show More
52m 16s
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
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
Dec 2018
Kati Morton || How to Care for Your Mental Health
Today I’m really excited to have Kati Morton on the podcast. Morton is as an entrepreneur, YouTube creator, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist practicing in Santa Monica, CA. Morton has built a global mental health online community, and is author of the book “Are U OK?: A ... Show More
43m 28s
May 2024
397: What Kind of Therapy Is Right for Me?
<p>Hello, friends!</p> <p>In today's episode, we dive deep into a listener's question about finding the right therapy for a variety of complex mental health issues. This 29-year-old woman is struggling with childhood trauma, mental health challenges such as anxiety and depression ... Show More
49m 28s