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A Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessKaitlin's Take on "Gentle Parenting" (and why it needs a new name)In this episode listen in as Kaitlin discusses the popular term "gentle parenting" and why she thinks the term is often misunderstood and even misused. Gentle parenting shouldn't be confused with permissive parenting, a type of parenting where "anything goes," and instead is maybe more accurately described as attuned parenting. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess/support2023-11-2322 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessThe Holidays (Kaitlin's Version): How To Find Less Stress and More Joy This SeasonIt’s no secret that moms still disproportionately carry the brunt of the mental and physical load when it comes to running a household, and during the holiday’s the load we carry only gets heavier. According to Motherly’s 2023 State of Motherhood Report, women are feeling more resigned than ever to the role of “doing it all” and as a result, 62% of mothers report getting less than one hour to themselves each day.  On top of that, 48% of moms report “always” or “frequently” feeling burned out. Both as a therapist who has worked with hundreds of women, and a mom to t...2023-11-0826 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Conversation With One Of My Favorite Humans (and the rest of the world's too) Eve Rodsky, NYT Bestselling Author of Fairplay and Find Your Unicorn SpaceThis episode is a recording of an instagram live that I did with Eve Rodsky, NYT Bestselling author of Fairplay and Find Your Unicorn Space. As I've watched Eve Rodsky shine in national media, and take up space on some of the biggest stages and in some of the most important conversations about social justice and gender equity, one thing remains true: Eve is on a mission to change the world...and I don't say that lightly! Eve has so graciously been a big supporter of my book, A Little Less Of A Hot Mess, and in this episode...2023-10-1623 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessKaitlin and Kylie on: Making Space for Female Friendship in the Midst of Motherhood, Marriage, and Career!I'm so excited to introduce you to Kylie Hempy, who is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist, a team member of Bay Area Modern Therapy (my group practice) and a new friend/colleague. Listen in as we share our own personal experience with female friendship and the challenges that come with making time and space for them these days. Kylie gives some wonderful, realistic, and tactical advice on how to nurture time for herself and friendship in the midst of the crazyness that is motherhood/adulthood and Kaitlin admits to struggling in this area. If this episode hit home...2023-09-2145 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessAre you lost somewhere in a stress cycle? Welcome to the club, this one’s for you!I’m back…and it’s not all rainbows and sunshine, but it’s real. In this episode about recognizing and breaking old/negative patterns, I share my own recent struggle with stress and overwhelm and the moment that woke up me up to the truth that I needed to recalibrate! Old patterns can be easy to fall into but hard to get out of because we're so "comfy" with them even when they’re not healthy for us or our loved ones. So, If you’ve ever been stressed AF and acting like a person you know all too well, but do...2023-08-3036 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessWhy is it all so complicated? Practicing Holding Space for Multiple Truths in Parenthood and BeyondIn this episode, Kaitlin reads chapter 8 of her new book, A Little Less of A Hot Mess: The Modern Mom's Guide to Growth and Evolution" as a way to help us consider how increasing our mental flexibility can help us in parenting and life. Kaitlin shares her own personal invitation into learning to let go of rigid thinking (and perfectionism) early on in her motherhood journey, and shares some insights and takeaways to help you do the same. If you like this episode, please leave a review, share with a friend and don't forget to subscribe! You can receive Kaitlin's...2022-11-3021 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessJust you and me on why our partners need to take more pictures of us + scoop on my ADHD diagnosis…I miss bonus episode (technically we’re in between seasons, but I just really wanted to talk with you all) a dive deeper into the topic of why it’s so important to us that our partners make an effort to take pictures of us with our kids and beyond! It’s not about the vanity, it’s about so much more than that. I also share more about my recent ADHD diagnosis and how I’m working on my own “stuff!.” As always, I get personal and keep it real so pop in your AirPods, grab your favorite beverage and some time...2022-09-1426 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessChapter 8 of A Little Less of A Hot Mess - You're Invited to Hold Multiple Truths (Spoiler alert: It's f'ing hard)!It's been three months since my book, A Little Less of a Hot Mess came out into the world and I wanted to celebrate my releasing one of my favorite, and most timely chapters - chapter 8 on holding multiple truths. Why? Because we live in a world where we have so much to be grateful for AND so much to feel sad and uncertain about. The practice of holding multiple truths, or making room for life's both, ands is critical to our ability to move with life's inevitable ebb and flow, and to make space for all that life has...2022-05-2426 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessLightening The Load: Author Conversation With Best Selling Author of Fair Play, Eve Rodsky on the Intersection of Motherhood and Mental HealthThis conversation was truly a dream come true. I got the opportunity to have an author's conversation with one my favorite humans, Best Selling Author of Fairplay, Eve Rodsky. Eve share her take aways from my book, A Little Less of a Hot Mess, and we discuss the intersection of her work around social justice and advocating for gender equity in the home and my work in the field of mental health. If you haven't yet, run (don't walk) to but Eve's books, Fair Play and Unicorn Space. You can grab a copy of my...2022-05-1130 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessHot Mess Book Club: Let's Reflect on Chapter 2 and Who we Were Before They Called us "mom" (and what that means for us now)!Exciting news! I am a launching a book club, led by me, to chat about the themes in my newly released book, A Little Less of A Hot Mess and how we can start applying the imperfect growth and evolution framework to our own life as busy moms! Because here's the thing, it's all good to read and learn, but we don't actually make real change or progress in our growth until we put our learning into practice. I didn't write the book to just sit on shelves and look good (although, I do think it looks pretty damn good...2022-04-0421 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessMini Coaching Session: How To Set and Keep Your Boundaries During the HolidaysAs mental health has become more mainstream, more people speak up about their situations and feel more comfortable asking for help. But things get tricky during the holidays, so I wanted to do this episode around the questions I get asked all the time around this time of the year: Why are boundaries essential for the holiday season? How do I know what boundaries I need to set, and how can I hold them? The stakes are higher during the holidays because of all the expectations that come along with it. We tend to loosen up on our boundaries...2021-11-1519 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessAn off the couch conversation: Dispelling the myths of life after divorce with Lucinda TestoLucinda Testo is a Certified Clini-Coach® with more than 17 years in the mental health field. Running a private psychotherapy practice for years and being a divorced mom made her realize that with her professional and personal experience, she could be a badass coach for divorced women. Lucinda now helps her clients get through the divorce AND rebuild and reclaim themselves after it. During our time together, we discussed the barriers or myths about life after divorce that hold you back from rebuilding, how to tell if you've been stuck for too long, and the questions to ask to start r...2021-11-0830 minPsych TalkPsych TalkEpisode 67 | Perfectionism, Uncertainty, and Mom Anxiety with Kaitlin Soule, LMFTIn today's episode of Psych Talk I talk with Kaitlin Soule, LMFT all about perfectionism, uncertainty, and anxiety in motherhood.  Kaitlin is an anxiety expert, writer, and women's empowerment coach who has a passion working with moms on overcoming their anxiety. Kaitlin discusses how perfectionism, uncertainty, and anxiety are all interconnected and why these things are extremely prevalent in motherhood. Kaitlin discusses how uncertainty shows up in motherhood and ways it may impact moms, as well as tips on overcoming perfectionism in parenthood. Kaitlin provides listeners with tips on starting to work through their anxiety and provides any mothers l...2021-11-0836 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessMini Coaching Session: Resiliency Lessons From Netflix and Overstimulating Our Kids Into TantrumsI usually don't have time to watch Netflix, but I finally made some time, and I'm hooked on The Maid. I expected something entertaining and light, but I was surprised at the layers of the main character and her story. Her resilience despite the difficult situations she faces is amazingly portrayed, so I hope you check it out. I'm also diving into the question, "are we doing something wrong by giving so much to our kids?" We have been experiencing tantrums at home despite all the things we give and try to do for our kids. We have realized that...2021-11-0124 minHolding SpaceHolding Space84: A Little Less of a Hot Mess with Kaitlin Soule, LMFTI'm a recovering perfectionist, and in this episode I'm sharing my story. Perfectionism is often rooted in Anxiety. Maybe if I do this perfect, then I'll be safe? Unfortunately, there's no shortage of messages that can keep us stuck in the cycle of striving for control through Perfection while ignoring our own needs, falling short because, well...we are HUMAN, and feeling swallowed up by the Guilt or Shame that follows. Can you relate? I invited my friend Kaitlin Soule, LMFT (author of the upcoming book A Little Less of a Hot Mess) to hear...2021-11-0149 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessAn off the couch convo with Karen Laos about overcoming self-doubt and speaking with confidenceKaren Laos is a keynote speaker and leadership coach equipping women to stand out with confidence. She champions female business leaders to own their value and find their voice so they can be seen and heard. Karen also works with teams to create cultures of trust and function at their best. In this episode, we talk about her mission to reach 10 million women to overcome self-doubt and speak with confidence, tips to assert yourself verbally, and the three-step process she used to manifest her way out of her corporate job. Find more about Karen and her work...2021-10-2536 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessMini coaching session: Learning to say YES to you in motherhood + Kaitlin’s vulnerable AHA moment!What does it mean to say yes to you? Why is it important? And how do you start doing it? Today I am answering all of these questions and more. I know the idea of putting ourselves first is foreign to us moms, but that's why I think it's crucial to talk about it. Let's change the script and transform what it means to be a woman and a mom so that we can grow and evolve. I'm sharing very vulnerably today, and I hope that inspires you to reflect on where you are abandoning yourself the most and...2021-10-1834 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessLet's Talk About Sex with Fellow Mom and Intimacy Coach Nicole Colleen!Nicole Colleen is a Sex and Intimacy Coach and Licensed Psychotherapist with over a decade of experience in the field of couples and relationship work. Her mission is supporting couples in undressing intimacy issues and turning on the pursuit of passion in their relationships. In today’s episode, we chat about sex and intimacy as mothers as well as tackle the taboo topic of intimacy struggles that most couples go through at one point or another. You can find out more about Nicole Colleen @nicolecolleen on Instagram and Facebook. --- Send in a voice message: https://po...2021-10-1140 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessAn off the couch convo with the Dr. Renee Wellenstein about the challenging journey out of burnout.Dr. Renee Wellenstein is a double board-certified doctor who has been working with women for over 20 years and due to her own personal health challenges, she stepped outside the box of conventional medicine to take a radically different approach to heal herself from the deep depths of burnout. In today’s episode, we dive into the challenges of depression and the all too familiar topic of burnout that many women face. You can find out more about Dr. Renee Wellenstein on Instagram @drreneewellenstein, drreneewellenstein.com and check out her own podcast: ‎Love The Leap with Dr. Renee. --- Send...2021-09-2745 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessAn off the couch convo with the Dr. Jane Shomof , PMH-C, LMFT, about the postpartum journey, from planning to healing!Dr. Jane Shomof, PMH-C, LMFT, is a licensed psychotherapist, perinatal mental health specialist, substance abuse & addiction specialist, and a doctor of clinical psychology. In today’s episode, we dive into the postpartum journey. From planning for postpartum which is all too often overlooked to the unrealistic expectation of motherhood. We also share our personal experiences as new moms even though we had all the knowledge and tools as therapists and still struggled. You can find out more about Dr. Jane Schomof, PMH-C, LMFT, and Bloome at momsinbloome.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/po...2021-09-1343 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessBonus episode: A Sneak Peek of my Book + Exciting Podcast News!Listen in as I share information about what’s coming up on this next season of the podcast! Also, I bend the rules a bit (just for my loyal pod listeners) and read from the first chapter of my book! Preorder link: A Little Less of a Hot Mess: The Modern Mom's Guide to Growth & Evolution https://www.amazon.com/dp/1951412419/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_AEZWV1PC02VSB2VV2WHD --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess/support2021-09-0718 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessMini Coaching Session: The motherhood identity crisis…who the heck am I now?In this episode I talk about the motherhood identity crisis that I, and so many of us are imperfectly and bravely moving through! I talk about the barriers that keep us stuck from our own growth an process and how we can move towards getting past them so we can find our own version of more. So if you want to feel a bit more sane in the mom game, tune in for the deets on limiting beliefs, mom guilt, finding moments of flow and more! And PS as always, I keep it real and share a lot of my...2021-07-1927 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessAn off the couch convo with the “Dude Therapist” on men and feelings, fatherhood and marriage!Eli, a fellow therapist, podcaster and adoring father joins the podcast to give us insight in to the sometimes complicated relationship men have with expressing their feelings, what it’s like to be a therapist and a dad and tips for a healthy marriage! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess/support2021-07-0556 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessMini Coaching Session- Taking the hot mess to the beach! Presence, Tantrums in Paradise + Mom GrowthAloha, from a beach in Hawaii! In this coaching session, I share my thoughts about vacationing with kids, invitations for presence, and talk about my right now experience of personal growth and motherhood. In the end, I’ll invite you to consider some ways into practical growth and change…because, while it’s nice, we don’t need to be on a beach in Hawaii to make our lives better! Want to work with Kaitlin? Check out her coaching packages + workshops at www.wellnotesbykaitlin.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ali...2021-06-2825 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Mini Coaching Session: The Three Mindsets That Anxiety THRIVES on (a sneak peek into my audio course)This week I am giving you a little sneak peek into my mini audio anxiety course! You can purchase the full course on my website www.wellnotesbykaitlin.com  BONUS For a limited time, and for the price of just one session (without the course)  I am making an offer for my podcast listeners to purchase the audio course and get a one-on-one coaching session with me to answer your questions and support you along your anxiety/worry healing journey!   --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess/message Support thi...2021-06-1520 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessMini Coaching Session: How to Take Some Space From Your Anxious ThoughtsInstead of trying to avoid or talk yourself out of your anxious thoughts- what if you could just let them float on by like leaves on a stream? That’s exactly what I’m going to help you do! Tune in for my quick coaching session and then the well-known “leaves on a stream” visualization aimed at helping us deal with all the big feels. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess/support2021-05-2711 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessEpisode 02: A Mindful Moment for Busy AF moms!Hey everyone! Tune in as I share updates on my coaching platform and share this mindful mama meditation with you! This is an example of the freebies I will be sending out with my new newsletter! So head over to insta or my website (www.wellnotesbykaitlin.com) to make sure you get all the fun + helpful freebies coming your way! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess/support2021-05-1714 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessOff the Couch and into Our Ears - Dr. Diana Hill on using ACT to improve our everyday life!Concepts from the world of psychology are often locked up in research that nobody reads and or behind the HIPPA compliant doors of therapy...I want to change that, by having conversations around mental and emotional health that open up our minds and hearts and help us make practical changes in our everyday life!   Increasing our psychological flexibility (a fancy phrase that means being able to adjust when life throws uncertainty or challenges our way) is key to us living and feeling well! This week, I had the pleasure of having a conversation with Dr. Diana Hill, clinical psychologist, fellow po...2021-05-0451 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessLet’s Chat about Raising Wise Girls with Sierra Dator, LCSWIn this week’s Living Well podcast episode I got the chance to chat with my friend and colleague, Sierra who is doing such impactful and game-changing work for our young girls! Sierra is the founder of @wisegirlsworkshops a wellness program designed for girls. Listen as we talk about helping our girls develop healthy coping skills, increasing self-esteem and confidence, and having the important conversations around social media use, body image and more. If you are a human raising another human… this is one not to miss! Follow Sierra @wisegirlworkshops and follow Kaitlin @wellnotesbykaitlin --- Send in a voice message: http...2021-04-3033 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessMini Coaching Session...3 Steps to Squashing Your Anxiety!Hear me out - Your Anxiety will only big as you allow it to be...listen in as I share the important truth about anxiety + how to stop if from growing big and unruly. I also get to share some exciting news about a new branch of my business I’m launching to help women overcome anxiety + limiting beliefs and step into their most powerful self! Follow me @wellnotes_bykaitlin and head to www.livingwellwithkaitlin.com for resources, workshops, and info on individual coaching! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess/message Support this po...2021-04-2112 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessTransform Your Relationship With Body Image + Food - A convo with Molly Lupo, NPI have to say, my relationship with social media these days is a bit conflicted… But I am so grateful that it allows me to connect with incredible and talented women like Molly Lupo! Molly is a Nurse Practitioner and Lifestyle Medicine Specialist who helps women evaluate, heal and strengthen their relationship with their body and nutrition. In this conversation we dive deep into the barriers that get in our way when it comes to wellness, including unhelpful and unrealistic messages around what we “should“ do versus what makes sense for us as unique individuals. We reject the one size fits a...2021-04-1254 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessReal Talk...Kaitlin Answers Lindsey's questions about Women's Mental Health, Parenthood, What it's REALLY like being a Therapist, and More!In this episode, I had the opportunity to introduce you to my new team member, Lindsey who asked if she could flip the microphone around and ask me some questions about topics like parenting (especially during the pandemic), women's mental health, navigating self-care and what it's REALLY like being a therapist and so much more. If you're wanting to do one-on-one therapy or coaching work please head to www.petalumacbt.org (therapy) or www.livingwellwithkaitlin (women's mental health coaching one-on-one and online courses). --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess...2021-03-2436 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessMini Coaching Session on Children + Pandemic-Related Mental Heath + What you Can do to Help!In this weeks episode, I take a deep dive into some of the very real issues our children are dealing with related to the pandemic in their own mental health. Having been out of in person school for nearly a year, and having lost so much access to the resources that helped them be well, many of our children are suffering. Take a listen to the types of issues children tend to be struggling with (Anxiety, Depression, PTSD) and find out some ways you can support/help the children, or teens in your life. --- Send in a voice message...2021-03-0829 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessMini coaching session: a one minute practice for better anxiety/uncertainty copingThis is a quick bonus episode where I share a quick one minute practice with you on practicing presence for better anxiety coping. I want to remind you that taken care of your mental and emotional health should be a daily practice…and it doesn’t have to be complicated! For more resources head to www.livingwellwithkaitlin.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess/support2021-02-2415 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessWhen helpers need help too- sharing my story of grabbing my own mental health by the b*lls!I think the title says it all… listen in for all the ways that I’ve been working on my own mental and emotional health (in a crazy hard season of career + motherhood), my own “a-ha” moments that have come recently. www.lovingwellwithkaitlin.com for free mental and emotional health resources! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess/support2021-02-0930 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessMini coaching session on “firsts,” and being a hot mess (like me)It’s a season of “firsts” for so many of us… in this light-hearted episode I share a few of my recent first experiences/mishaps and talk about the concept of imperfectly evolving. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess/support2021-01-1828 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessNew Year...same you + a “modern” therapists ode to in-person therapy.Happy New Year....I think it’s safe to say we’re all ready for a fresh start, and we’re all hoping that it can only go up from here. In this episode I offer up a different way to think about moving into the new year that is less about rigidity and more about intentionality. I open up about my own struggles with mental health in this past year and some lessons I’ve learned about myself personally and professionally.. Towards the end of the episode I share my “love letter” to in-person therapy and talk about how the “work” o...2021-01-0433 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessMini-coaching session: On keeping promises to yourself, crossing life’s bridges and finishing syringThe title says it all…this one is short and sweet! Listening as I share my real-time processing of what it means for me (these days) to keep promises to myself and say “yes” to opportunity. I hope you find yourself somewhere in this episode… and if you do, keep on going! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess/support2020-12-0714 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessA mini coaching session: On setting personal and relational boundaries.Just in time for the holidays! Listen in as I share my top 5 truths + strategies on setting and keeping boundaries. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess/support2020-11-2323 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessA conversation about hope: The collective exhale...Come with me as I stumble my way through taking about my real-time feelings and hope for the beginning of the Biden-Harris presidency...it feels good to be headed in a new direction. Follow me on Instagram and Facebook at @Livingwell_withkaitlin --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess/support2020-11-0916 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessMini coaching session: On challenging the (crappy) stories we tell ourselves.“I’m not enough.” “Who am I to do this?” “They won’t like me if they see the real me.” “It’s not as good as...” If any of those limiting beliefs/crappy stories sound familiar to you take a listen to this episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess/support2020-11-0220 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessPelvic floor Matters! A conversation with PT, Marina Castellanos.In this episode we talk about all things pelvic floor and the intersection between our physical and mental health + wellness. I ask all the questions then get real personal too! When women come together do you have open and honest (and sometimes awkward)conversations real healing and change begins. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess/support2020-10-2632 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessMini Meditation: 5 minutes of welcomingHey there! I am just stopping by Medway to share a quick five minute welcoming meditation with you… This practice is intended to help you learn to coexist with your thoughts /sensations instead of resist them. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess/support2020-10-2208 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessMini coaching session: Don’t let anxiety keep your world small...In this episode I talk about the three mindsets that influence/create/feed our anxiety and teach you how to develop a more expansive mindset. When it comes to anxiety, there will be seasons in our life where we feel like we’re nailing it…our actions are lining up with our values, and generally, our anxiety is pretty quiet. Then, there are the seasons where we feel like we’re back at the drawing board, our anxiety has peaked and find ourselves in a familiar struggle. My hope is that this episode inspires you to continue down the path of lea...2020-10-1920 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessMini coaching session: Are you doing it because you’re supposed to or because you choose to?In this episode I talk about the true meaning behind the international day of the girl and encourage you to examine your own supposed to/choose to stories --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess/support2020-10-1322 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessMini Coaching Session: Staying the Course When Life’s Waters Get RoughIn this weeks episode I am sharing one of the “Mindful Moment” segments that I recorded for the LivingWell with Kaitlin community. Being a therapist is the greatest gift, and on the daily I get to witness people doing really hard work. This episode is a reminder to all of you doing bravo and hard work (just showing up for life is hard these days) to stay the course even when the waters are rough. If you want more content like this/want to work on your mental health on the daily consider joining the LIving Well With Kaitlin community on M...2020-10-0506 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessTwo best friends talking about loss, flexibility + finding perspective in motherhood and careerMary has an incredible outlook on life and inspires me on the daily to find perspective and balance. From grief, to fertility issues, building a business from the ground up and then having it come to a screeching halt (thanks, Covid) Mary has been through a lot. We all have our trials and tribulations but what inspires me the most about Mary is her ability to feel her feelings, find perspective, and move forward. She embodies resiliency and what it means to live with uncertainty- so listen in as we share our stories and talk all the things. There is...2020-09-2843 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot Mess"Stopping the Noise in Your Head" An interview with Dr. Reid WilsonIt was my honor to get to have this conversation with DR. REID WILSON, Ph.D.,  licensed psychologist, author of the newly-released Stopping the Noise in Your Head, and the classic self-help book Don’t Panic. In this conversation, Dr. WIlson speaks passionately and candidly about what it takes to overcome anxiety and life a life with less noise and more joy.  Dr. Wilson is co-author of Stop Obsessing!, as well as Anxious Kids, Anxious Parents. He designed American Airlines’ first national program for the fearful flier, AAchieving Flight, and currently serves as the expert on anxiety for WebMD’s Mental H...2020-09-1442 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessMini coaching session: Meditation for everyday people...I almost called this episode meditation for dummies… But then I realized that wouldn’t be giving you or me enough credit. You aren’t a dummy, you just didn’t think you had the time or mental capacity to meditate, am I right? I feel you...I was there once too. Listen as I share the real reason behind meditation (as I see it) and some of the myths that might be keeping you from trying it out. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show...2020-09-0827 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot Mess"Be Mighty,” a woman’s guide fo liberation from anxiety with Dr. Jill StoddardIn this MOMENT, who do I want to be? Jill Stodard is a psychologist and book author who specializes in using ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy) to help women change their relationship with anxiety and learn to live boldly. Her book is titled, "Be Mighty," a woman's guide to liberation, worry & stress using mindfulness and acceptance. Jill and I talked about how to "walk to walk," when it comes to living in line with your values EVEN when you are faced with a struggle like anxiety, stress, overwhelm, grief, loss, and all the other things life throws our way. Jill...2020-08-3140 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessMini coaching session: on understanding and coping with Anxiety in 2020If you’re struggling with anxiety, or starting to notice that old familiar chronic worry pop up… listen to today’s episode! In this episode I do a little mini anxiety coaching session and share some of the concepts and tools that are built into the LWWK community + anxiety course. If this little peptalk/coaching session resonated with you… head to this link and sign up for the “Learning to Live Well With Kaitlin,” community and access the anxiety course and more! https://livingwellwithkaitlin.mn.co/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess/message Support this...2020-08-2426 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessTwo therapists talk about Real Self-Care for Women + how to put it into practice!Welcome to season 3 of the Living Well With Kaitlin podcast! In this episode I share a conversation that I had with fellow therapist and self care expert, Lauren Simicich, LCSW. As two women in different phases of our journey (but both with very full and busy lives) we discuss the barriers to our own self-care and the importance of continuing to practice it. Lauren challenges pop-culture’s version of self-care and shares REAL and practical ways we can pursue the art of taking care of and loving ourselves. You can follow Lauren on Instagram @thetherapyinfluencer and download her free self-care gu...2020-08-1746 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessA mini therapy session on coping with 2020 + Relaunch news!2020 has been anything but easy… there has been disruption, there has been a call for reform, there has been pain, there has been lessons learned, time lost, time gained, and a whole lot of uncertainty. In this episode, I speak from the heart, as if you were sitting with me in my office or on the other side or the screen (let’s be honest), around gaining perspective and practicing healthy coping amidst all the big things life is throwing our way. I also share some exciting news about the LWWK podcast relaunch and new ways you can engage in heal...2020-06-3016 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessModern and Effective Help For Anxiety- My Conversation with Emily Johnson, Founder of "buddy," a new mental health app!In this episode, I had a conversation with Emily Johnson, the founder of buddy, a platform that extends the reach and impact of mental health providers.  Emily shares her own story with anxiety, and how it lead her to discover the need for more modern, effective, and affordable ways to access help for mental health.  Both Emily and I believe that reform is needed when it comes to finding a therapist and getting help...listen in as we share our ideas and vision for moving forward.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ali...2020-06-1537 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessEp:16: A Conversation about Trauma + Somatic Healing with Toni AsweganIn this weeks episode Somatic and Sensimotor Trauma Specialist, Toni Aswegan and I, talk all things healing and therapy. Statistically, most people have experienced some type of trauma in their life (link to podcast in bio). Sadly, trauma is often not talked about or addressed and people suffer silently. In this episode, I hope you’ll learn about + be inspired by the effective and beautiful ways clinicians can help you heal from trauma (past or current), so that you can step into your life full and whole. The first step, reaching out for help, is often the hardest. You are en...2020-05-2742 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessEp 15: A pandemic mental health check in + Anxiety Truths To Help You Feel BetterIf not now...when? In this episode I share my perspective on the pandemic and how it is affecting us all differently yet similarly. I talk about the ways in which of the pandemic has magnified the issues that we dealt with before the including anxiety, but were able to escape from. Take a listen to hear my top 5 anxiety healing truths, and start to make change today. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess/support2020-05-1827 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessAnxiety and butterflies...the Buddhist teaching of the cocoonIn this episode, I talk about the Buddhist teaching of the cocoon and how it relates to our experience of anxiety. I share my personal and clinical experiences around breaking free from the narratives that keep us stuck. For information on my workshops or webinars please go to www.petalumacbt.org. or my Instagram page @livingwell_withkaitlin --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess/support2020-04-2716 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessWhat it means to live well with anxiety; a conversation with Reagan about her own journey.Reagan is in her mid-20s and is living her life the way she wants to...she is learning what it means to live well with anxiety and let her values, instead of fear, lead her. In this episode she shares her own journey with anxiety and her insights around what has helped her move forward with conviction and bravery. Reagan embodies what it means to live well with worry...she is so much more than her anxiety. Thank you Reagan, for sharing your truth with us So that others may find their own and be able to say, “me to...2020-04-2038 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessAn offering of support for our first-responders and healthcare workersIn this episode I talk about the unique characteristics that make first responders and healthcare workers able to do their job....and how the very things that protect them emotionally, can hurt them too. I  offer my point of view on the upside and downside of compartmentalization and the powerful practice of integration. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess/support2020-04-0122 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessReal talk + Coping Tools for coping with stress and anxiety during the Pandemic!In this episode I share my own experience, thoughts and feelings about COVID-19 as well some practical tools from psychology to keep you mentally and emotionally well. If you or a loved one is in crisis here are some resources Suicide Hotline: 1-800-273-8255 https://www.thetrevorproject.org/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess/support2020-03-2632 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessLearning to live well with worry in the days of the Corona VirusThese are some wild days and definitely unchartered territory for us, it’s important that we remember to use the tools we know to manage anxiety. In this re-share one of the first podcast episodes I ever did (and most played) I go into three practical tools you can use to cope better with your anxiety. Www.petalumacbt.org for more resources. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess/support2020-03-1622 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot Mess“Stopping the Noise in Your Head,” an interview with Dr. Reid WilsonIr was my honor to get to have this conversation with DR. REID WILSON, PhD,  licensed psychologi, author of the newly-released Stopping the Noise in Your Head and the classic self-help book Don’t Panic. In this conversation Dr. WIlson speaks passionately and candidly about what it takes to overcome anxiety and life a life with less noise and more joy.  Dr. Wilson is co-author of Stop Obsessing!, as well as Anxious Kids, Anxious Parents. He designed American Airlines’ first national program for the fearful flier, AAchieving Flight, and currently serves as the expert on anxiety for WebMD’s Mental Health C...2020-03-0940 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessAll about the Ennegram with Erin Baute; Certified Teacher and Ennegram Queen!So what's all the buzz about the Ennegram? I sat down with Erin Baute, Certified Ennegram Teacher and Business Coach, to talk about all things Ennegram and how it can help us move towards personal and proffesional growth.  If you'd like to talk with Erin, or work one-on-one to find out your Ennegram type and path forward head to www.radicalwellness.co The Enneagram is an ancient model for spiritual growth and translates literally to “drawing of nine.”  The model is thought to be built upon ancient philosophies rooted in mystical Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Taoism, Buddhism, and even Greek philosophy.  Hundred...2020-03-0334 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessThe universe (and Oprah) gives you exactly what you need...Oprah “took me to Church,” along with 15,000 other people , and it lit me up...so, I wanted to share my take away’s from her teachings and spread a little bit of light and love. If you’re looking for motivation, or need a little lift me up, this is the one to listen to! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess/support2020-02-2430 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessDon’t let your anxiety keep you small...strategies for better coping and growth!In this episode I share insights I gained after attending a workshop on anxiety, and dive right into coping strategies for anxiety. This episode is inspired by the work of my colleague, Jennifer Shannon, and will help you shift from the “Monkey Mind,” to the “Expansive Mind,” so you can grab hold of a life lead by you, not by fear! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess/support2020-02-1719 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessChallenging behaviors and anxiety in children; with with Danielle Javadi.Meet Danielle! Listen in as Danielle Javadi, a therapist (LMFT) on the Petaluma CBT team, and I have a conversation about all things anxiety, ADHD, difficult behaviors, and family systems. With an extensive background working with children and families- Danielle has incredibly helpful insight when it comes to what parents can do to help navigate big feelings and behaviors. You can find out more about Danielle, and book therapy sessions with her at www.petalumacbt.org --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess...2020-02-0334 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessHelping kids who worry; An interview with a child anxiety and CBT expert!An expert’s perspective, tips and tools around coping with anxiety and OCD! In this episode I had the privilege of interviewing my own mentor, Clinical Director of the Santa Rosa Center for CBT, and LMFT Litsa Tanner. Litsa is an expert in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and runs one of the most highly regarded practices in Northern California for treating children and adults with Anxiety Disorders and OCD. In this convo we talked about how CBT treatment works, the role of uncertainty, why it’s important to welcome anxiety, how to identify normative anxiety versus disordered anxiety, red flags for anxi...2020-01-1349 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessGetting Grounded To Be Rooted in your Intentions for the Nee Year!Take a listen to this episode to get inspired to be more rooted to your intentions and values in the new year. I walk you through a simple, yet powerful daily grounding practice that you can use anytime, anywhere to get reconnected to your self and your direction., --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess/support2020-01-0621 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessLiving Well With Fear & Worry....How Taking a Bravery Approach Can Change Your LifeThis episode explores the ways anxiety and fear keep us from living our best life and gives you tools to start changing your relationship with an anxiety. I talk about how Exposure Therapy is used in anxiety treatment and then how you can take those principles and apply them to your daily life so that you can live more freely and fully. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess/support2019-12-2319 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessLiving well with...the holiday seasonWelcome! In today’s episode I start off by talking about why I changed the name of my podcast and then dive into 5 tips/tools you can use or consider to help you feel good about the holiday season with less anxiety, stress, or sadness. For some the holidays are merry and bright, for others the holiday’s are heavy and hard, and for a lot of us they are somewhere in between. Wherever you fall on that feeling spectrum, I want to share some ways that you can cultivate positive feelings for yourself and your loved ones during this seas...2019-12-0915 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessSeason 3 trailer for LWWK--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/livingwellwith/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/livingwellwith/support2019-12-0300 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessThe journey to your best self; debunking the lies and stepping into truthThis episode takes a deep dive into what it means to find true wellness. I talk about how the intensive weekend retreat for personal and professional development helped me debunk the lies I’ve believed about myself that were keeping me stuck and small. I share an exercise to help you look at your own story, find the core beliefs that are no longer serving you and move towards creating new and more powerful ones that will help you live your best. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess/message Support this podcast: https://po...2019-11-1926 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessProcessing Natural Disasters and How to Talk to Your Kids About it.In this episode, I share my real-time and raw processing of the most recent woodland fire that greatly affected our community, and threatened my family home. I express my thoughts and insane gratitude for first responders, talk about finding the silver lining in times Of struggle, and wrap it up with some tips around how to talk to your children about natural disasters. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess/support2019-11-0423 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessThe 8 Anxiety Truth Bombs that will help you heal! (Bonus episode)In this episode I share the top truths about anxiety that will help you change your relationship with anxiety and start to feel and love better. The truths I share in this episode are at the foundation of CBT for anxiety, and have helped so many heal. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess/support2019-10-2320 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessEpisode 23: “Ask a Therapist”This episode covers an array of topics including finding a personal growth path that fits your unique needs, helping your child your struggles with anxiety related to perfectionism, and dealing with family members who trigger you while on your healing journey. Follow @mother_more for more 💗 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess/support2019-10-1422 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessEpisode 22: Increasing Psychological Flexibility for Better Mental HealthThis is a quick one...I wanted to share my thoughts on psychological flexibility and help you move towards less rigidity when it comes to your journey towards wellness! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess/support2019-09-2512 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot Mess“I am here!” Welcoming discomfort and the freedom on the other side...In this episode I go further in to the concept and practice of getting good at welcoming difficult emotions so that we can experience the goodness waiting for us. Share my own. Experience with this and my clinical experience of guiding people through this process and the honor of getting to witness their growth and healing. For more info around the work I do, or my practice go to www.petalumacbt.org or follow me on Instagram @mother_more --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com...2019-09-1617 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessBonus Episode: Letting Good Enough Be Okay...Anyone else feeling like the hustle is all to real? In this episode I share my thoughts on the need to give ourselves the grace to make mistakes and let go of unrealistic expectations so that we can live a life that lines up with the things we truly value. For more content like this, subscribe to my monthly “CBT Mail” via www.petalukacbt.org --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess/support2019-09-0406 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessEpisode 20: Back to School! Shifting our attention to developing the whole child...Did you know that emotional intelligence, not academic achievement, is the best predictor of “success” in adulthood? This episode stemed from the milestone of my oldest child starting Kindergarten. It is honest, from my heart and (of course) a bit vulnerable. I share the values I think we as parents should be emphasizing (far beyond academic achievement) so that our children develop into resilient, socially and emotionally healthy human beings. When it comes to parenting I am no expert but being a therapist has allowed me to gain insight around the types of values that seem to fuel children towards or a...2019-08-3023 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot Mess“Don’t Feed the Monkey Mind,” with Anxiety Treatment Expert and Author Jennifer Shannon.In this episode Jennifer Shannon, Anxiety treatment specialist and author talks about how we can learn to “live well with worry,” and welcome anxiety so that we can move towards a life that is more free and full. If you have anxiety or work with people with anxiety and you’re wanting to know how improve coping skills, this episode is the one for you! Jennifer has written multiple books on the topic of anxiety including, "Don't Feed the Monkey Mind," "The Shyness and Social Anxiety Workbook for Teens," and "The Anxiety Survival Guide for Teens." You can go...2019-08-1435 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessEpisode 18: The Basics of CBT + A strategy to help cope with AnxietyThe basic principles of CBT “bonus” episode is up...it’s just me talking to you (in my car because....kids) about the basics of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy AND how you can use it in your daily life. I walk you through learning to use a CBT based tool called a thought record. Thought records are the “starting place” for the work I do work clients, and it helps to uncover and then change the thinking and behavior patterns that are keeping them stuck, anxious or depressed. “When we think better, we feel better...and when we feel better, we live better...2019-07-3121 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessLeaning into Uncertainty + Living more FreelyThis episode is a quick listen for those wanting to know how they can learn to welcome uncertainty to live a life that is more free and full. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess/support2019-07-0717 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot Mess16: Being a Dad to our three kids....from my husbands perspective!Father’s Day series part 2; I talk a lot about being a mother, and our quest to show up as our best selves, and I thought it would be interesting to hear, right from the source, an honest reflection of being a dad who is doing the same. When it comes to being a dad, my husband nails it! In this episode I got to sit down and talk with my husband/best friend about what it’s like for him to be a dad. We talk about watching the babies come into the world, the hardest parts of parenting, the...2019-06-3031 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessEpisode 15: The Dad Series Part 1: Reflections on the role my dad plays in my lifeThis episode is the first in a two part series all about dads in this episode I share about my relationship with my dad, the role he has played and continues to play in my life and all the life lessons he has taught me. For more follow me @mother_more --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess/support2019-06-2326 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessEpisode 15: Ask A therapist...answers to listener’s questions!This episode features answers to a range of listener’s questions! We will cover how to identify and change your limiting beliefs, how to help a loved one through a panic attack, how to support a family member or friend going through postpartum struggles, how to tackle health anxiety, and a fun fact about me! If you want to follow along with what I’m up to during the week, get some more tips, tools, and some daily inspiration to help you live your best life follow me on instagram @mother_more --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spot...2019-06-1337 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessEpisode 14: mindfulness for busy people! The way towards less worry and more goodness...This episode talks about what mindfulness is, how I apply it in therapy and in my own life, and then gives you the experience of a short guided-meditation. The benefits of mindfulness are backed by a ton of research, and if you’ve been wondering how you might apply it to your life- this is a great place to start. I am somewhat new to meditation and gratitude practices, so I thought it would be helpful to share my real and honest journey to applying mindfulness into my busy life as a working mom, wife, and human being! Email me yo...2019-05-2930 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessEpisode 13: How to Keep your Mental and Emotional Health Strong (8 tips)May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and in honor of it (and really you) I am sharing tips and tools to help you stay strong when it comes to mental and emotional health. Just like we know we need to take care of our physical bodies to feel out best, we also need to pay equal attention to taking care of our mental and emotional well-being by being intentional around the choices we are making. Tune in to hear my top 8 mental health and wellness tips so that you can continue down the path of living and feeling better. Follow...2019-05-1630 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessEpisode 12: Shining a light on Maternal Mental Health; The Power of Writing and Sharing our StoryIn this episode, and in honor of Mental Health Awareness month, I shed a light on maternal mental health by talking about the importance of sharing our birthing and mothering stories. I share my own birthing story, with my first daughter, and reflect on our journey together thus far, and what I know to be true about motherhood. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess/support2019-05-0822 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessEpisode 11: inspired by Chicago...inside the inspired and (sometimes) anxious brain of a therapist.In this episode, I share about my trip to Chicago- how it inspired me and challenged me on a personal and professional level. While I went to Chicago for a professional conference; it was about so much more than that. Join me as I walk through topics such as the importance of getting out of your comfort zone as a couple, exploring new cities, and how we can change our complicated relationship with anxiety. I end this episode by sharing some journaling I did on the plane to help cope with my fear of flying. --- Send in a voice...2019-04-0233 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessEpisode 10: Let’s Talk Panic Attack’s- Why we Have Them and How we can Feel BetterDo you or a loved one suffer from panic attacks, or the fear of having them? If you do, you’re in good company as about 6 million adults suffer from panic attacks. In this episode we talk about what panic attacks are, how to distinguish them from other types of anxiety, including Panic Disorder, and then I give you my clinical perspective and things you can do to feel better. Suggested Resource: “Stopping the Noise in Your Head,” Reid Wilson --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/po...2019-03-2723 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessEpisode 09: Tools to Overcome Emotional Obstacles, get Unstuck and Feel BetterDo you ever feel down in the dumps, depressed, bogged down or just “stuck?” In this episode we talk about the logistical and emotional obstacles that keep us feeling stuck, or not our best and then I uncover a few tools you can try to get unstuck! This episode is for anybody who is wanting to learn how to stop allowing their emotions, or the weight of life keep them from living their best. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess/support2019-03-2019 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessEpisode 08: The Comparison Game: How it Hurts is, How to Stop Letting it Control our Next MoveDo you ever find yourself comparing yourself to others, and allowing that comparison to making you feel stuck, or not good enough? It’s natural and learned for humans to compare, but we don’t let the fear that comparison creates control us. In this episode, I have an honest conversation about How comparison has played out in my life, how I see it play out in the lives of others and how we can change our relationship with it for the better. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess/message Support this podcast: http...2019-03-0417 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessEpisode 07: People Pleasing- How it’s holding you back, and how to break the cycleIn this episode I share my views, both personally and clinically, around how people pleasing holds us back from living authentically, and ultimately from living our best lives. As always, I approach this topic in a way that’s real, and with the hope of inspiring new knowledge and change. If you like what you hear here, join me @mother_more on Instagram where I share my musings, offer up usable tools, and attempt to change the way mental health and therapy is viewed. Go to www.therapywithkaitlin.com to find out about working one-on-one with me via remote video se...2019-02-2520 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot Mess#Momlife - Reflections, and Listener’s LettersA dive into all things motherhood...the weight, the beauty, the hard stuff, the joyous moments, and the uncertainty. A discussion around unlocking our power as women by talking about our experiences, and sharing the thoughts, feelings and behaviors that often keep women stuck. I answer listeners questions, with the spin of a cognitive behavioral therapist, and a mom (me). --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess/support2019-02-1123 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessTruths About Anxiety & Facing your FearsDo you experience anxiety or panic attacks? In this episode I share some some truths about anxiety and some mottos you can use to help you face your fears. The information I share comes from “The Agoraphobia workbook” by C. Alec Pollard, Ph.D and Elke Zuercher-Whitr, Ph.D --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess/support2019-02-0713 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessEpisode 04: Answering Listeners QuestionsIn this episode I answer questions from my Instagram followers and podcast listeners. I give my perspective on topics like mom guilt, dealing with toxic family members, getting help after a traumatic event, and helping parents and children with problematic behaviors. Send in your questions, or feedback via email kaitlin@petalumacbt.org or DM me on Instagram @mother_more --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess/support2019-01-3023 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessEpisode 03: Stoping Social Anxiety From Taking the WheelThis episode is all about social anxiety, what it is and how to begin the journey of overcoming it. Social anxiety is the most common anxiety disorder and is highly treatable. I talk about how it works, why it’s important to treat, and give three CBT tools you can start using to fight back today. If you, or a loved one, struggle with excessive worry in social situations, this episode is a helpful place to start. Don’t let anxiety take the wheel! If you are looking to do more reading around a CBT approach for Social Anxiety, check out...2019-01-2321 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessAddendum to Episode 2: Feeling Anxious vs. Having a DisorderAdding on to episode 2, I distinguish the difference between feeling anxious and having a true anxiety disorder. What’s normative anxiety versus problematic anxiety. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess/support2019-01-1503 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessEpisode 02: Learn to Live Well With WorryThis one is for everyone who has struggled with the weight of anxiety. I talk about what anxiety is, and give you three usable tools that you can put into action to combat worry and stop letting fear take the wheel. The focus of this episode is on Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) Helpful reading: “Stoping the Noise in Your Head,” Dr. Reid Wilson. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess/support2019-01-1320 minA Little Less Of A Hot MessA Little Less Of A Hot MessThe BeginningIntro to who I am, why I started this podcast and what I hope for it. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alittlelesshotmess/support2019-01-0711 min