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You Need Therapy

Kathryn DeFatta, who has earned her Masters of Education from Vanderbilt University in Human Development Counseling, is inviting you into conversations around what it’s like to live fully in a world where we’ve become accustomed to shut parts of ourselves off. Here you will find a space that welcomes in discomfort, tough questions, and hard truths, all while showing how to find joy through it all.

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37:46

Debunking Digestive Trends: Laxatives, Teas, and the...

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2024/10/21

Kat welcomes Crystal Lunenschloss MS, RDN, LDN, CEDS-C back to the podcast for a conversation about digestion and some of the trends impacting it today. They explore the resurgence of laxatives and discuss why they can do more harm than good. Crystal breaks down the truth about supplements—why overloading on them often just results in wasted nutrients, and how diet teas may dehydrate your body, making digestion even more difficult. They also highlight the importance of staying hydrated and why

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13:26

Couch Talks: The Seven Types of Rest

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2024/10/16

Couch Talks is the bonus episode of You Need Therapy that comes out every Wednesday where Kat answers questions that listeners send to kathryn@youneedtherapypodcast.com. This week, Kat dives into Onsite's newest journal, exploring the seven types of rest and what each one means for our overall well-being. She breaks down the causes that might be making you feel like you need specific kinds of rest and helps you reflect on which type of rest might be missing from your routine. Whether you're feeling

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28:15

Get in Loser, We're Going Golfing!

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2024/10/14

This week, Kat dives into the rise of golf with her husband Patrick, and its booming popularity in recent years. Is it the skill of the players or just luck that drives the excitement? Are golfers relatable, or is it all about the thrill of watching the pros in action? Kat also explores the question everyone’s been thinking: Is golf really a sport, or just an excuse for some much-needed time away from home? And out of all the sports, why has golf captured such a dedicated following? Plus, how does

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10:51

Couch Talks: From Blaming Bully to Becoming Part of...

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2024/10/09

Couch Talks is the bonus episode of You Need Therapy that comes out every Wednesday where Kat answers questions that listeners send to kathryn@youneedtherapypodcast.com. This week, Kat talks about how to confront someone without coming across as aggressive or blaming. Instead of turning into a bully during tough conversations, she explores how to handle conflicts in a way that actually works toward finding solutions. Whether it’s at home or at work, Kat shares tips on shifting your approach so you

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35:28

Burnout Breakdown: Causes, Symptoms, and Recovery

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2024/10/07

This week, Kat dives into the topic of burnout, exploring what it is and how it affects different areas of life. While burnout is commonly associated with work, she highlights that it can also arise from other sources. She helps listeners recognize the signs of burnout, from physical and emotional exhaustion to a sense of detachment. Kat also shares tips and strategies for alleviating burnout, focusing on how to prioritize self-care, set boundaries, and restore balance. Follow Kat on Instagram:

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18:10

Couch Talks: Can I Date Someone with Different...

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2024/10/02

Couch Talks is the bonus episode of You Need Therapy that comes out every Wednesday where Kat answers questions that listeners send to kathryn@youneedtherapypodcast.com. This week, Kat dives into two thought-provoking questions that touch on the current climate: Can you be in a relationship with someone who has different political views? And as a therapist, how do you navigate your own beliefs when working with clients who hold opposing views? Kat explores different perspectives and provides helpful

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36:24

Is “Normal” a Thing?

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2024/09/30

This week, Kat dives into the concept of "normal" and how certain behaviors or trends become normalized over time, even if they aren't always what's best for us. Why do we start wanting to wear or do something just because we see it everywhere? Kat unpacks the idea of fitting in and questions whether we've begun to use the word "normal" to justify things that maybe shouldn't be. She explores how, when the abnormal becomes normal, things can take a turn for the worse. With the help of listener

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10:29

Couch Talks: The Right Choice, The Wrong Choice, and...

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2024/09/25

Couch Talks is the bonus episode of You Need Therapy that comes out every Wednesday where Kat answers questions that listeners send to kathryn@youneedtherapypodcast.com. This week, Kat answers a question about handling conflict before a big celebration. After a fight with a friend, the listener is torn between addressing the issue right away or waiting to cool down, which ultimately affected their experience at the event. Kat explores how to balance processing emotions with minimizing impact on

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28:22

This One’s for the Therapists: A Therapist's Guide to...

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2024/09/23

This week, Kat brings back licensed marriage and family therapist Staci Buford from Three Cords Therapy to tackle an insightful question from a listener about self-education. The listener asks how to navigate learning about sensitive topics—such as race, sexuality, and the experiences of war veterans—without placing the burden on those who live these experiences. Kat and Staci dive into the complexities of this issue, focusing particularly on racial dynamics. Staci shares her journey of learning

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8:27

Couch Talks: Tricks To Stay In The Present

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2024/09/18

Couch Talks is the bonus episode of You Need Therapy that comes out every Wednesday where Kat answers questions that listeners send to kathryn@youneedtherapypodcast.com. This week, Kat responds to a listener question about staying present during stressful moments. She shares her favorite technique to help when feelings of overwhelm or anxiety start to creep in—the 5 Senses Technique (Something you can Taste, See, Hear, Feel & Smell). Whether you're struggling with anxiety, feeling overwhelmed,

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59:01

Dating After Divorce with Amy Brown

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2024/09/16

This week, Kat sits down with Amy Brown to talk about life after divorce. Amy shares how her marriage came together quickly, and how she once believed she was ready for it but hadn’t taken the time to understand her own wants and needs. Now after personal reflection and growth, Amy opens up about her dating life and how she discovered she had been living by others’ expectations. They break down that through therapy and self-reflection, she’s implementing the "both/and" mindset—grateful for her past

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Couch Talks: Meaning Making Overdrive

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2024/09/11

Couch Talks is the bonus episode of You Need Therapy that comes out every Wednesday where Kat answers questions that listeners send to kathryn@youneedtherapypodcast.com. This week, Kat takes a break from the usual Q&A style to explore our obsession with finding meaning in everything. She reflects on the idea that constantly trying to explain or justify every experience might disconnect us from living fully in the present. She encourages embracing uncertainty and letting go of the pressure to

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53:21

Connecting IRL: Emma McCallie on Folx Table’s New Way...

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2024/09/09

Join us this week as we sit down with Emma McCallie, founder and CEO of Folx Table—a unique platform creating real-world connections through spontaneous, in-person experiences. Known as 'The Sit Down Social Network,' Folx Table has sparked hundreds of authentic interactions across Nashville and at SXSW 2024. It’s not a members-only club, dinner party, or dating app; it’s a fresh way for people to come together. In this episode, Kat and Emma discuss the inspiration behind Folx Table, Emma’s journey

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13:17

Couch Talks: How Do I Support My New Sober Friend?

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2024/09/04

Couch Talks is the bonus episode of You Need Therapy that comes out every Wednesday where Kat answers questions that listeners send to kathryn@youneedtherapypodcast.com. This week, Kat gives some advice to a listener who is asking for some help on how to best support their friend who is on their journey to being sober. Follow Kat on Instagram: @KatVanburen Follow the podcast Instagram: @YouNeedTherapyPodcast Click HERE to see the You Need Therapy merch! Have a question, concern, guest idea,

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26:05

What Is The Fun Scale?

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2024/09/02

This week is extra fun because we are literally talking about… fun. In this episode, Kat introduces us to “The Fun Scale” which helps to widen our view on fun so we can have more of it! Sometimes the fun of an experience isn’t in the experience at all- which may sound confusing to you but we promise once you listen to this epsiode it will all start making sense! Follow Kat on Instagram: @KatVanburen Follow the podcast Instagram: @YouNeedTherapyPodcast Click HERE to see the You Need Therapy merch

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Couch Talks: Is Starting a Group Therapy Practice...

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2024/08/28

Couch Talks is the bonus episode of You Need Therapy that comes out every Wednesday where Kat answers questions that listeners send to kathryn@youneedtherapypodcast.com. This week, Kat expands on the listener question a bit, and talks about working at a private practice vs. why she created a group practice, valuing making money compared to having time outside of work, and how she has structured her business to make everyone as happy as she can. Follow Kat on Instagram: @KatVanburen Follow the

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47:30

Breaking Free From Christian Patriarchy

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2024/08/26

This week, Kat talks with Cait West, author of Rift: A Memoir of Breaking Away From Christian Patriarchy. Cait shares about her childhood growing up in the Christian patriarchy and how she found the strength to escape a life of serving the men around her. She was homeschooled and expected to live at home as a stay-at-home daughter until her father allowed her to marry a man he chose for her. No college and definitely no career. As she grew older something deep inside Cait told her this wasn’t how

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13:54

Couch Talks: My Trauma Is Being Triggered at Work

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2024/08/21

Couch Talks is the bonus episode of You Need Therapy that comes out every Wednesday where Kat answers questions that listeners send to kathryn@youneedtherapypodcast.com. This week, Kat gives some advice about how to have constructive and professional conversations at work with fellow employees and managers if their actions are triggering and bringing up wounds from childhood. Follow Kat on Instagram: @KatVanburen Follow the podcast Instagram: @YouNeedTherapyPodcast Click HERE to see the You Need

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35:34

Undefining Masculinity with Justin Baldoni

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2024/08/19

This week we revisit the chat Kat had with Justin Baldoni (@justinbaldoni) because she mentioned it on last weeks episode, and they talk about some of the harmful messages that our culture's idea of masculinity creates. Justin came out with a book, titled Man Enough: Undefining My Masculinity, and started the Man Enough Podcast in 2021 in an effort to further undefine masculinity and offer freedom to those who have been hurt by the current popular beliefs of what being a man looks like. In this

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25:24

Couch Talks: Should I Become an LPC, LCSW, MFT, or...

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2024/08/14

Couch Talks is the bonus episode of You Need Therapy that comes out every Wednesday where Kat answers questions that listeners send to kathryn@youneedtherapypodcast.com. This week Kat talks about the differences in the degrees you can get to become a therapist and how to choose the best route for YOU. Follow Kat on Instagram: @KatVanburen Follow the podcast Instagram: @YouNeedTherapyPodcast Click HERE to see the You Need Therapy merch! Have a question, concern, guest idea, something else? Reach

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