73. When to go to Therapy, How to Talk with Your Kids about Mental Health + How to Stop People Pleasing with Lori Gottlieb

Therapy. When do we know if we need it? Why is it so taboo? How can I get my spouse to go with me? In this episode, Landyn is sitting down with psychotherapist and New York Times bestselling author of Maybe You Should Talk to Someone, Lori Gottlieb. In addition to her clinical practice, Lori is the co-host of the popular “Dear Therapists” podcast produced by Katie Couric and writes The Atlantic’s weekly “Dear Therapist” advice column. Landyn has been a long time proponent of therapy, ever since she first started going when she and Steve got married over 20 years ago. Being open about her positive experience in counseling, she’s received an inundation of questions about when to go, what to expect, and how to know where to start. In this episode, Landyn is answering YOUR questions and so much more. Lori and Landyn are diving into: People pleasing: where it starts and how to reduce it Creating a safe space for your children to open up about their struggles The steps that lead to ACTUAL, lasting change in your life Why we are poor narratives of our own stories Lori’s incredible back story that led her to counseling in the first place (hint: the show Friends is a large part of this!)   Lori is an empathetic expert that will take you on a mini counseling session during this episode. Prepare to learn a bit about yourself while having a few laughs along the way. For full episode notes, visit: www.livingwithlandyn.com/when-to-go-to-therapy-how-to-talk-with-your-kids-about-mental-health-how-to-stop-people-pleasing Want to learn more about Lori? Check out her Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lorigottlieb_author/

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