Ask A Therapist
A place for insight, reflection, and a little humor along the way.
Episodes
26 episodes
Performative Pride (Ep. 25)
This week, we hear from a listener questioning if work they initially deemed to be meaningful has become compromised. We talk about the uneasy space where visibility, marketing, and identity collide. When does representation b...
High-Functioning ADHD (Ep. 24)
In this episode, we respond to a listener letter from a woman in her 40s who was recently diagnosed with ADHD—and is now trying to navigate what that means for her daily life.We explore how ADHD often shows up differently in women, inclu...
Limerence (Ep.23)
What’s the difference between being open to love… and getting swept up in something that isn’t grounded in reality?This week, we unpack a listener letter about a friend who falls hard and fast—every time. She calls herself a hopeless rom...
Finding a Job After College (Ep. 22)
In this episode, we respond to a listener who’s graduating college—and feeling completely unprepared for what comes next.With pressure from family, fear about debt, and a job market that feels uncertain, they’re stuck in a question so ma...
Estranged on Mother's Day (Ep. 21)
Kicking off season 3, we respond to a listener letter about estrangement from a parent—just in time for Mother’s Day.Our listener shares the painful decision to cut off contact with her mom after years of repeated boundary violations. No...
Infertility & Baby Showers (Ep. 20)
In this episode, we respond to a heartfelt listener question about how to balance self-care with showing up for others while living with your own grief.Our listener shares her struggle with deciding whether to attend baby showers while s...
How to Apologize (Ep. 19)
In this episode, we help a listener learn the dos and don'ts of apologizing. We unpack why so many apologies fall flat—and what it really takes to repair trust after an offense. Whether it’s in your relationships, at work, or in everyday confli...
High-Functioning Depression (Ep. 18)
High-functioning depression doesn’t always look like sadness. Sometimes it looks like showing up, providing, supporting everyone else—and falling apart quietly behind the scenes.In this episode, we explore what it means to live with high...
Staying Connected After Kids (Ep. 17)
Kids change everything—your schedule, your energy, your relationship. In this episode, we talk honestly about what it takes to stay connected as partners after becoming parents, especially when the mental load, household tasks, and childcare re...
Divorcing with Kids (Ep. 16)
Today, we answer a dad asking how to talk to his kids about divorce without scaring them or oversharing. Differing ages and a child from a previous relationship only further complicate matters. Kenzie & Carli break down strategi...
Repetitive Relationship Patterns (Ep. 15)
This week's letter is about recognizing relationship patterns and exploring ways to change them.We talk to a listener questioning if their approach to dating is facilitating a pattern they'd like to move away from. We discuss ways to us...
Loyalty in Friendship (Ep. 14)
In this episode, we hear from a listener who’s struggling with a friend's choice to remain friends with someone they've cut off, wondering if it’s reasonable to expect loyalty in a specific way.We dive into how to clarify your needs, com...
Losing Respect (Ep. 13)
In this episode, we talk with a listener who’s grappling with losing respect for a mentor while still wanting to keep the relationship intact.We explore why respect can change over time, how to set boundaries without burning bridges, and...
Avoidant Attachment (Ep. 12)
In today's episode, we break down attachment styles, what drives avoidant patterns, and how they show up in adult relationships.We talk to a listener who’s wondering: Can I change my attachment style and become more securely attached...
Postpartum Anxiety (Ep. 11)
In this episode, we talk about what postpartum anxiety can feel like, why it happens, and simple ways to find calm and take care of yourself while caring for your baby. If you’re feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or just unsure of yours...
New Year's Resolutions Don't Work...Help! (Ep. 10)
In this episode, Kenzie and Carli dive into all things New Year’s resolutions—why they’re so hard to keep and how to approach them differently. A listener writes in about struggling to stay motivated after setting goals, sparking a thoughtful c...
Grief During the Holidays (Ep. 9)
Today, Kenzie and Carli offer gentle, grounding support for a listener navigating the holidays while grieving the loss of a parent. They explore how to hold space for conflicting emotions—joy, sadness, numbness, and longing—all at once, and dis...
Does Growing Your Family Mean Changing Traditions? (Ep. 8)
Today, Kenzie and Carli talk with a listener who’s having a hard time accepting that a family member wants to change a holiday tradition — because the shift is being driven by that family member’s new partner.Whether you’re clinging to a...
Holidays with the In-Laws (Ep. 7)
In today’s episode, Kenzie and Carli help a listener who’s feeling overwhelmed by hosting duties for unpredictable in-laws—and a partner who doesn’t understand why it’s stressful. They unpack the importance of honest communication with your spo...
Life After Cancer (Ep. 6)
This week, Kenzie and Carli talk to a listener who's hoping to help a close friend get back to their "old self" after surviving cancer. They want things to feel like they used to—but aren't sure how to support the version of their friend who’s ...
When Family & Politics Collide (Ep. 5)
In this episode, Kenzie & Carli dig into practical ways to approach political conversations with family—especially when the topic is charged and personal. If you’re looking for tools to communicate with clarity, empathy, and hea...
Feeling Lonely in My Marriage (Ep. 4)
In this episode, Kenzie and Carli talk with a listener about navigating a marriage that’s lost its spark. They share simple, heartfelt tips on reconnecting with yourself, finding inner peace, and creating your own happiness even when your relat...
Good Friend to You, Not So Good to Others (Ep. 3)
Today, Kenzie and Carli dive into a listener question about how to handle a friend who treats you well but not others. They explore what it means to be a supportive friend while also setting healthy boundaries when needed.