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Too sensitive? Too emotional? Emotionally reactive? Are those words others have used to describe you or words you have used to describe yourself? We may often feel like we are too sensitive or too emotional for this world, or perhaps find ourselves comparing ourselves to other people who may seem more rational in how they operate and navigate the world. The truth is that we are all emotional beings with a wide range of emotions, and we can struggle in varying degrees with how we let them take over us or how we outwardly display them to the world; and in a society that can shame us for having strong emotions. But let's dive into what a highly sensitive person is, why highly sensitive people are the way they are, and how to work on emotional regulation. We can also see how empathy and deep understanding can be helpful in our life and relationships. And instead of asking yourself if you're too emotional or too sensitive or how to be less emotional or sensitive, let's just phrase it as we are highly sensitive people (or HSP as some call it) so we don't attach such negative language to it.

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In this video I'm talking to you about why I think the 5 stages of grief are BS... as a LMFT who has worked closely with grief and grieving with many of my patients, along with my personal grief journey, I'm here to tell you that I think the 5 stages of grief we often refer to are archaic and should not be followed closely. So what does grief or the grieving journey actually look like? And in my research and experience, what is grieving actually like? And what can we grieve? And how does grieving a loved one differ from grief recovery from other areas? In this video I'm talking you through my grief journey and what I believe to be true around grief, grieving and the grief journey.

#dealing with grief #grief #grieving #dealing with depression #dealing with anger #dealing with loss #mental health #kati morton #therapy #psychology #support #mental illness #help #death #dying #Youtube

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“HOW DO I FEEL MY FEELINGS?” ep.211 On Ask Kati Anything, your mental health podcast episode 211,  licensed therapist Kati Morton let’s us know if there is anything we do that makes people think they can trauma dump on us, why we can feel at our worst in the evenings, and her thoughts and experiences with internal family systems therapy. She also tells us how to get out of a depressive episode, how to deal with codependency in friendships, and how we can actually feel our feelings.

#youtube #mental health #relationship #therapy #feelings #trauma dump #depressive episode #major depressive disorder #kati morton

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I recently saw a video that touched on pathological demand avoidance, also commonly referred to as PDA. Pathological demand avoidance (PDA) is a pattern of behavior in which we go to extremes to ignore or avoid anything they perceive as a demand. Pathological demand avoidance (PDA) is most often seen in people with autism, but certain traits also have been seen with people with ADHD and other sensory processing disorders. In this video I will talk about what PDA is, why it's often searched with ADHD and autism, strategies that can help those with pathological demand avoidance, and what it's like living with PDA. Do you or someone you know live with PDA? Share about your experience in the comments.

#pathological demand avoidance #pda autism #pda #actually adhd #adhd problems #neurodivergency #psychology #mental health #recovery #katimorton #sensory processing disorder #sensory problems #Youtube

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Let's talk about the 5 causes of dissociation because it’s more common than most people think. Research shows us that over 50% of people will have at least one dissociative episode in their lifetime, so we should all be a little more informed about what dissociation actually is, and what the root causes also the external causes of dissociation. So why do we dissociate, or why do we have dissociative identity disorder episodes? How do we stop dissociating? Or what causes dissociation or dissociative identity disorder? The truth is this is not a one size fits all formula. Let's dive into the 5 main causes of dissociation or dissociative identity disorder.

The 5 signs of dissociation: https://youtu.be/GSG09Zg32Ao The 5 types of dissociation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FFxFjSCoD1Y&t=381s The dissociation spectrum: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g2F_jJv4GmA&t=42s More dissociation videos: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_loxoCVsWqy8NqveX22SsMKlW5601YvQ If you struggle with dissociation, inner child work may be helpful. Try out my Inner Child Workshop: https://katimorton.com/the-shop/p/live-innerchild-workshop-cjtnc

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This week I explain why a therapist won’t just tell you what you want to hear, and how to get over the feeling that they are only being kind because you are paying them. She also talks about inner child work and why it can be so tough to do, what to do if therapy isn’t helping and we feel worse, and some tips for emotion regulation. Finally, she tells us what to do if we are assaulted by our therapist, and whether or not we play a role in our own suffering.

#kati morton #inner child #ptsd recovery #childhood trauma #psychology #mental health #recovery #help #therapy #katimorton #emotional health #Youtube

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Is it hard for you to ask for help or for what you want or need in your life? You're not alone in this. I think many of us struggle with this, and the truth is much of it may come down to your childhood upbringing. Perhaps you have childhood emotional neglect, or there were family dynamics that created unhealthy communication or patterns for you in adulthood. Asking for what we want or need, or asking for help, is a hard thing for us to lean into. The first part in healing and getting through the inability to ask for help is understanding why we are unable to ask for what we need or want. There may also be stigma that you think makes you needy or too codependent in your relationships. Or perhaps you have fear of rejection so you're unable to ask for that raise or promotion you want or need. Or maybe it's hard for you to ask your significant other or friends for what you need or want. Let's dive into the 6 reasons it's hard for us to ask for what we want in life and relationships, and then what we can do from there -- diving into healthy and effective communication tips and tricks and next steps (at the end of the video, so make sure to stick around!).

#communication #relationship advice #relationships #friendship #family dynamics #family dysfunction #kati morton #mental health #recovery #psychology #support #therapy #katimorton #help #Youtube

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Are you silent screaming in life? What exactly is a silent scream? Essentially silent screaming happens when we are in so much physical and emotional pain that we don't know exactly how to communicate it. But this type of non communication can cause us more turmoil, confusion and frustration in life. We may often feel like no one is listening or can hear us. Or we may ask how do we communicate better or communicate at all. The truth is silent screaming is not a form of effective communication, so if you're looking for ways to speak up for yourself at work or in meetings or in your relationships, this will be helpful for you. As we know communication is vital in establishing and maintaining healthy relationships in life.

#passive aggressive #actually bpd #communication #relationship advice #family dynamics #mental health #kati morton #psychology #recovery #help #therapy #katimorton #Youtube

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I recently did a video about oldest child syndrome, or commonly referred to as eldest daughter syndrome on TikTok. When I made that video, the comments were overwhelming about the youngest child or the middle child, and common personality traits, facts, problems and signs. So let's dive into the youngest child. We've seen all of the memes, we've seen all of the jokes about the youngest child. The reality is our sibling order can have great effect on our personality traits and sibling dynamics. So whether you're the youngest daughter or youngest son, you may have youngest child syndrome or problems that your other siblings may not experience. Have you experienced any of these specific signs? What has your experience been with the youngest child or having a younger or baby sibling in your household?

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Dive Deep into Emotional Regulation: Understanding, Struggles, and Solutions We may hear that we're too emotional by people or think that we are, or perhaps we think we're too needy. Or we may ask ourselves how do I regulate my emotions or be less emotional. Feeling overwhelmed by your emotions? Do you ever struggle to express them healthily, or perhaps suppress them altogether? This video delves into the complexities of emotional regulation, offering valuable insights and practical tools for navigating your inner world. More videos you may find helpful:

3 reasons you feel invisible or alone: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zTis4... if you are unhappy or unmotivated, watch this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t3yim... this is why you may be feeling lonely: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kbz9t...

Breaking unhealthy patterns workshop: https://katimorton.com/the-shop/p/yki...

#emotional health #emotional #emotions #emotion regulation #mental health #katimorton #kati morton #psychology #recovery #help #therapy #support #Youtube

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It's Eating Disorder Awareness Week, so I wanted to dive a little deeper into eating disorders -- specifically 7 invisible and misunderstood eating disorders. As many of you know, this channel started as content around eating disorders, and I've been working in ED recovery as a therapist for most of my career. As the channel evolved, I started creating more mental health content around different categories because I saw the need. But having done years of research and work around eating disorders and ED recovery, I know that there are many people who are struggling with this on a daily basis. And we often think eating disorders show up as the ones we often hear of like Anorexia Nervosa or Bulimia, but there are several other forms of eating disorders that can interfere or affect your life in serious ways. Let's talk about 7 invisible or misunderstood eating disorders, and how to heal from them.

#eating disorders #eating disorder #eating disoder recovery #recovery #mental health #kati morton #ed not ed sheeran #osfed

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I came across the topic of eldest daughter syndrome on TikTok and had to dive deeper into this subject. As someone who has spent significant time researching and working with family dynamics in the psychology setting, I am always fascinated in learning more about how childhood dynamics and how everything from childhood trauma to sibling relationships (and everything in between) impact our upbringing. So what is eldest daughter syndrome, or we may call it oldest daughter syndrome? The truth is that many of these signs are not specific to sisters and may also apply for oldest or eldest brothers, or any parentified child. Let's tap into the psychology the oldest or eldest sibling and the signs you may struggle with this syndrome. Are you the oldest sibling or eldest daughter and have you experienced any of these signs?

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Do you feel alone or like you want to disappear? Like no one in your life sees you and you feel invisible? You may feel invisible at work or perhaps in a relationship or you may feel alone in your life. Feeling alone or invisible is a common feeling that effects so many people in this world. We may even have a lot of friends and still feel alone. Perhaps this may lead you to feeling depressed or lonely no matter what you do or who you're with. There are many reasons one may feel alone, invisible or want to disappear. In this video I'm going to talk you through the 3 primary reasons you may feel invisible or disconnected in life, and then 7 ways to help yourself if you are feeling alone or invisible or depressed. What's has your experience with feeling alone been? Do you ever feel loneliness even when around people? What's like that like for you? What has helped with feeling lonely or loneliness feelings? I would love to hear in the comments.

This video may also be helpful for you if you're feeling lonely: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TWNL7EClClo

Perhaps you're engaging with invisible self harm, find out more here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gymev70IGiI&t=31s

This could be why you're feeling lonely: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kbz9tkbW_gc&t=14s

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Why isn't therapy working for you? Or does counselling actually work? I get these questions a lot. The truth is therapy is not a one size fit all, and there are many types of therapy from CBT to DBT to Parts Work to EMDR and so many more. Furthermore, there are therapists and counselors who specialize in different items you may have experienced or are suffering with. And so if you find yourself asking does therapy work or why therapy isn't working for you or does therapy actually work, the truth is you may need to change your approach to therapy. In this video I'll talk about the 5 reasons therapy may not be working for you.

What you will learn from this video: The significance of the therapeutic relationship in therapy effectiveness. The importance of honesty and authentic dialogue in therapy sessions. The necessity of actively engaging in the therapeutic process outside of sessions. Understanding and aligning personal goals with the purpose of therapy. Recognizing and addressing internal resistance to change in therapy.

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This week licensed therapist, Kati Morton explains her feelings about not seeing clients anymore, why some of us can’t stop thinking about our therapist no matter how hard we try, and why we can obsess over eating disorder content. She then talks about why our struggles can be inconsistent, how to deal with a child who has BPD, and the effects of financial trauma. Finally, she explains what emotional neglect is and how it can play out as we grow up.

#trauma #bpd #eating disorders #eating disorder #eds #si #sh #self harm #recovery #mental health #psychology #kati morton #help #katimorton #kati #mental illness #support #therapy #financial trauma #Youtube

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Parts work in therapy, also known as Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy, is an approach that views the mind as a system of many different sub-personalities, or "parts," each with its own unique role, feelings, and motivations. These parts can be protective, such as a part that tries to avoid pain by numbing emotions, or they can be more challenging, such as a part that expresses anger in unhealthy ways. Why do parts work? People do parts work for a variety of reasons, including: • To understand and heal from trauma • Improving relationships • To increase self-compassion • Reducing anxiety and depression • To make better life choices How does parts work in Therapy work? In parts work therapy, the therapist helps the client to identify and connect with their different parts. This can be done through a variety of techniques, such as: Visualization: The client imagines their parts as characters or symbols. Dialogue: The client speaks to their parts directly, asking them questions and listening to their responses. Journaling: The client writes about their parts and their experiences. Once the client has connected with a part, the therapist helps them to understand the part's role and motivations. The therapist also helps the client to develop compassion for the part, even if it is a challenging part. As the client develops compassion for their parts, they are able to start to heal the underlying wounds that led to the creation of the parts in the first place. This can lead to significant changes in the client's life, such as improved relationships, reduced symptoms of anxiety and depression, and a greater sense of self-compassion. Here are some additional benefits of parts work: • It can be a very empowering approach to therapy, as it helps clients to take ownership of their own healing process. • It can be helpful for people who have difficulty talking about their emotions, as it allows them to express themselves in a more indirect way. • It can be a very gentle and compassionate approach to therapy, as it focuses on understanding and healing rather than judgment. • If you are interested in learning more about parts work, I recommend talking to a therapist who is trained in this approach.

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Feeling anxious about starting therapy? Don't worry, you're not alone! This video is your ultimate guide to preparing for your first appointment and setting yourself up for success. Whether you're new to therapy or looking for therapy tips, or how to find a therapist or psychologist - this video I will talk you through the things to do before you start therapy. Also, I hear a lot that therapy or psychologists don't work for people, it is likely you may not have the right therapist or psychologist, or your essentially approaching it wrong. Were there any things you did wrong in your therapy journey? Anything that you learned that would be helpful for our viewers? Leave your feedback or tips in the comments!

More related videos: 4 things NOT to say to your therapist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H714w... 5 signs you need therapy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AqnGL...

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