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    Ask Kati Anything

    Ask Kati Anything is a mental health podcast where licensed therapist Kati Morton, LMFT, answers your real questions about anxiety, depression, trauma, relationships, people pleasing, codependency, self-esteem, and more.

    Each episode starts with a question from a listener like you. Kati gives honest, practical advice from more than a decade as a therapist, plus her own experience. No fluff and no judgment, just real talk about what’s going on in your head and how to feel better.

    If you’ve ever wondered “Is this normal?” or “Why do I keep doing this?”, you’re in the right place. Subscribe and send in your own question, and Kati might answer it on the show.

    Note: This podcast is for education and support, and it isn’t a replacement for therapy. If you’re in crisis, please contact your local emergency services or call or text 988 (in the US).

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    Latest Episodes:
    Why Do I Need So Much Reassurance? Nov 05, 2026
    Show notes

    Do you keep asking people if they're mad at you, even after they say no? Licensed therapist Kati Morton explains why reassurance seeking feels good for five minutes before the doubt comes right back, and what to do instead.

    We cover support seeking vs. reassurance seeking, why relief wears off so fast, how an unpredictable past can make someone else's mood feel like it's about us, what to do when a partner gets frustrated by "are we okay?", practical tools, and rebuilding self-trust.

    SPONSOR - Thank you to OneSkin for sponsoring this episode! Get 15% off with code KATI at https://oneskin.co/KATI

    Chapters:

    • 00:00 Why do we need so much reassurance?
    • 00:48 Reassurance seeking isn't inherently unhealthy
    • 01:28 Why do I keep asking if people are mad at me?
    • 02:42 Support seeking vs. reassurance seeking
    • 08:16 Codependency: only okay when you're okay
    • 12:00 Why does reassurance only work for five minutes?
    • 20:30 Am I being too needy or asking for something normal?
    • 27:19 Why does my brain make someone else's mood about me?
    • 35:15 Can asking for reassurance make me more anxious?
    • 40:37 Should I just learn to reassure myself?
    • 43:22 "Do you still love me?" Why one answer isn't enough
    • 47:10 My partner gets frustrated when I ask if we're okay
    • 52:20 "Everyone says just stop asking." Then what?
    • 53:29 Tools to use instead of seeking reassurance
    • 59:15 "I don't trust myself": rebuilding self-trust
    • 1:04:58 Final thoughts

    Kati's books: Why Do I Keep Doing This? · Traumatized · Are u ok?

    Online therapy: BetterHelp, 10% off your first month (affiliate link).

    Watch more from Kati on YouTube

    Kati's website: katimorton.com

    Education only, not a replacement for therapy. In crisis? Call or text 988 (US).

    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices


    Am I Being Manipulative? Guilt Trips and Silent Treatment Oct 22, 2026
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    Am I being manipulative, or am I just expressing how I feel? Licensed therapist Kati Morton answers 10 questions about emotional manipulation, guilt-tripping, the silent treatment, and healthy communication in relationships.

    We cover whether crying in an argument is manipulative, manipulating without realizing it, boundaries vs. ultimatums, childhood communication patterns, reassurance seeking, why BPD doesn't automatically mean manipulative, taking space without shutting someone out, and how to apologize and repair.

    SPONSOR - Thank you to Hero Bread for sponsoring this episode! Hero Bread is offering 10% off your order. Go to https://www.hero.co/ and use code KATI at checkout

    Chapters:

    • 00:00 Am I being manipulative?
    • 01:02 What actually counts as manipulation?
    • 08:06 Can manipulation happen without planning it?
    • 16:21 Expressing hurt vs. guilt-tripping
    • 24:06 Is crying during an argument manipulative?
    • 29:24 Taking space vs. the silent treatment
    • 32:31 Reassurance seeking and relationship anxiety
    • 35:22 Am I repeating my parent's guilt-tripping patterns?
    • 38:40 BPD, fear of abandonment, and manipulation
    • 43:22 Healthy boundaries vs. controlling ultimatums
    • 47:55 What if I recognize these behaviors in myself?
    • 51:24 Four questions to help break the pattern
    • 53:30 How to apologize and repair a relationship

    Kati's books: Why Do I Keep Doing This? · Traumatized · Are u ok?

    Online therapy: BetterHelp, 10% off your first month (affiliate link).

    Watch more from Kati on YouTube

    Kati's website: katimorton.com

    Education only, not a replacement for therapy. In crisis? Call or text 988 (US).

    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices


    Therapeutic Relationship: Does My Therapist Actually Care? Oct 15, 2026
    Show notes

    Does your therapist actually care about you, or are they just good at their job? Licensed therapist Kati Morton answers 10 of your most vulnerable questions about the therapeutic relationship.

    We cover why therapy feels one-sided, whether your therapist thinks about you between sessions, attachment and transference, lying to impress your therapist, ruptures and repair, why you can't be friends after therapy ends, graduating from weekly therapy, and how to ask "Do you care about me?"

    Thank you to our sponsor: Get 15% off the new OS-01 FACE Rich cream from OneSkin with code KATI at http://oneskin.co/KATI

    Chapters:

    • 00:00 Intro: is the therapeutic relationship real?
    • 00:51 Q1: Is my therapist's care real if I'm paying her?
    • 05:39 Q2: Why does she know everything about me when I know nothing about her?
    • 11:35 Why I say "patient"
    • 13:19 Q3: Does my therapist think about me between sessions?
    • 17:45 Q4: Why am I so attached to my therapist? (transference explained)
    • 25:07 Q5: I lied to my therapist to impress her
    • 29:36 Q6: My therapist said something that made me angry (ruptures and repair)
    • 36:29 Q7: I think I love my therapist
    • 42:18 Q8: Why can't we be friends after therapy ends?
    • 46:04 Q9: I'm finishing therapy, so why am I devastated?
    • 50:40 Q10: Can I ask my therapist if they care about me?
    • 53:10 Final thoughts

    Mentioned: Erotic transference · Ending therapy

    Kati's books: Why Do I Keep Doing This? · Traumatized · Are u ok?

    Online therapy: BetterHelp, 10% off your first month (affiliate link).

    Watch more from Kati on YouTube

    Kati's website: katimorton.com

    Education only, not a replacement for therapy. In crisis? Call or text 988 (US).

    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices


    Psychosis: What It Actually Feels Like, Fact vs. Fiction Oct 08, 2026
    Show notes

    What does psychosis actually feel like? Licensed therapist Kati Morton separates myth from fact, breaking down what psychosis is, how delusions and hallucinations develop, and what recovery looks like.

    We cover whether psychosis means schizophrenia, hallucinations and delusions, grief-induced perceptions, what the brain does during a delusion, sleep deprivation, stress, and drugs, how to respond to paranoia, violence myths, lack of insight, and early intervention and relapse.

    EPISODE SPONSOR: Looking for specialized trauma therapy? Learn more about Rebound: https://hellorebound.com/askkatianything

    Chapters:

    • 00:00 Introduction to Psychosis and Common Misconceptions
    • 01:47 Does Having Psychosis Mean You Have Schizophrenia?
    • 07:07 What Does Psychosis Actually Look Like? (Hallucinations & Delusions)
    • 14:09 Breaking Down the DSM Criteria for Schizophrenia
    • 19:30 Hearing Your Name vs. Experiencing Real Psychosis
    • 24:12 Grief-Induced Perceptions vs. Psychotic Episodes
    • 27:56 What Is the Brain Doing During a Delusion?
    • 39:59 Can Sleep Deprivation, Stress, or Drugs Cause Psychosis?
    • 48:26 Memory Gaps and Trauma Memories During Psychosis
    • 56:15 How to Respond to Someone Experiencing Paranoia
    • 58:34 Is Violence Common in Psychosis? (Media vs. Reality)
    • 1:00:52 How to Help Someone Who Lacks Insight Into Their Illness
    • 1:03:30 Full Recovery, Early Intervention, and Managing Relapse Fear

    Kati's books: Why Do I Keep Doing This? · Traumatized · Are u ok?

    Online therapy: BetterHelp, 10% off your first month (affiliate link).

    Watch more from Kati on YouTube

    Kati's website: katimorton.com

    Education only, not a replacement for therapy. In crisis? Call or text 988 (US).

    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices


    Trauma Bonds: Signs You're Stuck in an Abusive Relationship Oct 01, 2026
    Show notes

    What is a trauma bond, and why is it so hard to leave an unhealthy relationship even when you know you deserve better? Licensed therapist Kati Morton breaks down what trauma bonds actually are and how to break free.

    We cover shared trauma vs. trauma bonds, intermittent reinforcement and the "hope trap," trauma bonds vs. anxious attachment and codependency, why leaving feels worse at first, grieving the death of the dream, and whether no contact is always necessary.

    Chapters:

    • 00:00 Introduction to Trauma Bonds
    • 02:39 Shared Trauma vs. Trauma Bonds
    • 08:22 Why You Can Miss Someone Who Treated You Terribly
    • 12:51 Intermittent Reinforcement and the "Casino" Effect
    • 22:10 Can You Genuinely Love Someone Who Hurts You?
    • 26:42 Trauma Bond vs. Anxious Attachment vs. Codependency
    • 32:55 Why Do We Keep Going Back?
    • 39:59 Why Leaving Feels Worse at First (Cognitive Dissonance)
    • 46:36 Childhood Trauma and Vulnerability
    • 49:08 Grief, the Death of the Dream, and Practical Autonomy
    • 53:03 Is "No Contact" Always Necessary? (Safety First)
    • 56:30 How to Actually Break a Trauma Bond

    Kati's books: Why Do I Keep Doing This? · Traumatized · Are u ok?

    Online therapy: BetterHelp, 10% off your first month (affiliate link).

    Watch more from Kati on YouTube

    Kati's website: katimorton.com

    Education only, not a replacement for therapy. In crisis? Call or text 988 (US).

    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices


    Dependent Personality Disorder (DPD): Signs and Self-Trust Sep 24, 2026
    Show notes

    Do you struggle to make decisions without someone else's approval, constantly seek reassurance, or stay in unhealthy relationships because leaving feels terrifying? Licensed therapist Kati Morton takes a deep dive into Dependent Personality Disorder (DPD).

    We cover the DSM-5 criteria, how DPD differs from anxious attachment, codependency, BPD, and avoidant PD, why it develops, the reassurance cycle, transferring dependency onto a therapist, and practical steps to rebuild self-trust and confidence.

    Episode sponsor: Specialized virtual trauma treatment is available through Rebound. Founded by survivors and psychologists, Rebound provides clinically effective trauma therapy covered by leading insurance plans: https://hellorebound.com/askkatianything

    Chapters:

    • 00:00 Introduction: Understanding Dependent Personality Disorder (DPD)
    • 01:31 Q1: Am I Needy, Depressed, Traumatized, or Is It DPD? (DSM-5 Criteria)
    • 10:30 Q2: Capable at Work, But Indecisive at Home (Capability vs. Self-Trust)
    • 15:15 Q3: Asking Multiple People Before Making Decisions: Advice vs. Permission
    • 18:54 Advice vs. Reassurance: Finding What You Really Think
    • 20:42 Q4: Backtracking During Disagreements & Fear of Conflict
    • 24:00 Q5: Why Staying in Bad Relationships Feels Safer Than Being Alone
    • 29:31 Q6: Urgently Jumping Into Rebound Relationships
    • 35:40 Q7: DPD vs. Anxious Attachment, Codependency, BPD & Avoidant PD
    • 44:33 Q8: Where Does DPD Come From? (Genetics, Childhood, Overprotective Parenting)
    • 53:32 Q9: Why Does Reassurance Never Feel Like Enough? (The Reassurance Cycle)
    • 56:31 Q10: Transferring Dependency onto Your Therapist
    • 1:02:03 5 Actionable Steps to Build Self-Trust and Overcome DPD

    Kati's books: Why Do I Keep Doing This? · Traumatized · Are u ok?

    Online therapy: BetterHelp, 10% off your first month (affiliate link).

    Watch more from Kati on YouTube

    Kati's website: katimorton.com

    Education only, not a replacement for therapy. In crisis? Call or text 988 (US).

    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices


    Avoidant Personality Disorder: Why You Feel Safer Alone Sep 17, 2026
    Show notes

    Are you constantly craving connection but terrified of rejection? Licensed therapist Kati Morton explains Avoidant Personality Disorder (AvPD), which goes beyond typical shyness or introversion and can keep you trapped in a cycle of loneliness and an intense fear of judgment.

    We cover the symptoms of AvPD, how it overlaps with social anxiety and differs from avoidant attachment, why someone might want friends but avoid them, where it comes from, the role of negative cognitive bias, and therapies like CBT, exposure, and schema therapy.

    Episode sponsors:

    • OneSkin: Get 15% off scientifically backed peptide skincare with code KATI at https://oneskin.co/kati
    • Hero Bread: Enjoy 10% off high-protein, high-fiber baked favorites with code KATI at https://hero.co

    Chapters:

    • 00:00 What is Avoidant Personality Disorder?
    • 04:08 The DSM-5 diagnostic criteria for AvPD
    • 10:08 What makes AvPD a personality disorder rather than just a preference?
    • 16:50 Social Anxiety vs. Avoidant Personality Disorder
    • 23:56 Avoidant Personality Disorder vs. Avoidant Attachment
    • 27:08 Why we automatically assume people won't like us
    • 32:16 Skipping opportunities and making your world smaller
    • 36:49 The paradox of canceled plans and sudden loneliness
    • 40:18 Where does Avoidant Personality Disorder come from?
    • 46:58 The struggle of needing proof before letting people in
    • 50:15 Is it fear of rejection or a negative cognitive bias?
    • 54:15 Why avoidance feels safe but costs you deep connections
    • 56:12 CBT, Exposure, and Schema Therapy for treating AvPD
    • 1:00:18 Can you fully recover from a personality disorder?

    Kati's books: Why Do I Keep Doing This? · Traumatized · Are u ok?

    Online therapy: BetterHelp, 10% off your first month (affiliate link).

    Watch more from Kati on YouTube

    Kati's website: katimorton.com

    Education only, not a replacement for therapy. In crisis? Call or text 988 (US).

    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices


    OCD: What Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder Actually Looks Like Sep 10, 2026
    Show notes

    Are disturbing intrusive thoughts a sign of OCD, or are they just severe anxiety? Licensed therapist Kati Morton explains how obsessive-compulsive disorder is clinically diagnosed and how to tell the difference between tidy preferences and true compulsions.

    We cover why Pure O and taboo obsessions are frequently misdiagnosed, the neuroscience behind the obsessive-compulsive cycle, why constant reassurance backfires, and how exposure and response prevention (ERP) therapy helps you break the loop.

    Sponsor: Specialized virtual trauma treatment is available through Rebound. Founded by survivors and psychologists, Rebound provides clinically effective trauma therapy covered by leading insurance plans: https://hellorebound.com/askkatianything

    Kati's books: Why Do I Keep Doing This? · Traumatized · Are u ok?

    Online therapy: BetterHelp, 10% off your first month (affiliate link).

    Watch more from Kati on YouTube

    Kati's website: katimorton.com

    Education only, not a replacement for therapy. In crisis? Call or text 988 (US).

    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices


    Dark Triad Signs: How to Spot a Narcissist, Psychopath, or Manipulator Sep 03, 2026
    Show notes

    How do you know if you're dealing with a narcissist, a psychopath, or a master manipulator? Licensed therapist Kati Morton explains the Dark Triad, the 6 signs you're around someone with dark personality traits, and how to protect yourself.

    We cover what narcissism, Machiavellianism, and psychopathy really are, how they differ from antisocial personality disorder, what the "D-factor" means, common myths, whether people with these traits can feel empathy, and whether they can change.

    Chapters:

    • 00:00 What is the Dark Triad?
    • 02:13 Narcissism explained
    • 04:22 Machiavellianism and its 5 core traits
    • 12:42 Psychopathy vs. antisocial personality disorder
    • 23:26 6 signs you're dealing with a dark personality
    • 35:09 The D-factor: are we all a little manipulative?
    • 42:54 Myths: charm, CEOs, and the Dark Tetrad
    • 50:58 Can psychopaths feel empathy?
    • 54:54 Can dark traits change?
    • 1:01:10 How to protect yourself and set boundaries

    Kati's books: Why Do I Keep Doing This? · Traumatized · Are u ok?

    Online therapy: BetterHelp, 10% off your first month (affiliate link).

    Watch more from Kati on YouTube

    Kati's website: katimorton.com

    Education only, not a replacement for therapy. In crisis? Call or text 988 (US).

    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices


    Dissociation: From Zoning Out to Depersonalization Aug 27, 2026
    Show notes

    Have you ever felt completely disconnected from your body, lost hours of time, or wondered why you feel numb when overwhelmed? Licensed therapist Kati Morton explores dissociation and the full spectrum of dissociative disorders, including depersonalization-derealization (DPDR), dissociative amnesia, and dissociative identity disorder (DID).

    We cover the neuroscience behind why your brain pulls the ripcord to protect you, how to tell normal spacing out from a trauma response, DPDR vs. psychosis, dissociative fugue, parts work vs. alters, and somatic grounding techniques to regulate your nervous system.

    To see if specialized trauma therapy with Rebound could be the right next step for you, head to https://hellorebound.com/askkatianything where you can check your insurance, book a free call with one of their care specialists, and find out more.

    Chapters:

    • 00:00 What Is Dissociation?
    • 00:55 Spacing Out vs. Dissociating
    • 02:03 How the DSM Defines Dissociative Disorders
    • 03:11 Dissociative Episodes vs. Diagnosable Disorders
    • 06:03 Why Your Brain Pulls the Ripcord (Nervous System Protection)
    • 10:05 Hypoarousal, the Freeze State & Emotional Dampening
    • 12:28 Depersonalization-Derealization Disorder (DPDR) Criteria
    • 14:53 Reality Testing: DPDR vs. Psychosis
    • 21:02 How Common Is Dissociation? Statistics & Comorbidities
    • 25:25 Dissociative Amnesia vs. Normal Everyday Forgetting
    • 30:42 What Is a Dissociative Fugue?
    • 35:07 Localized, Selective & Generalized Amnesia
    • 36:15 Brain Networks & Memory Suppression Mechanisms
    • 40:02 Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID) Explained
    • 40:40 Parts Work vs. Alters in DID
    • 46:00 Cultural Context & What DID Is Not (DID vs. Schizophrenia)
    • 47:18 The Dissociation Spectrum: Maladaptive Daydreaming to DID
    • 50:07 Childhood Trauma & The Role of Protector Alters
    • 54:37 How to Tell If You're Dissociating or Just Zoning Out
    • 56:00 Somatic Grounding Techniques for Dissociation
    • 58:45 Nervous System Regulation, Qigong & Calming the Amygdala
    • 1:00:34 Therapy Approaches for DID: System Cooperation vs. Integration

    Kati's books: Why Do I Keep Doing This? · Traumatized · Are u ok?

    Online therapy: BetterHelp, 10% off your first month (affiliate link).

    Watch more from Kati on YouTube

    Kati's website: katimorton.com

    Education only, not a replacement for therapy. In crisis? Call or text 988 (US).

    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices


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