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Being a therapist is really enjoyable, meaningful work, but it can also come with some surprises. In this video, I share 5 things that have been hard on my journey as a therapist: the unexpected challenges, the moments of learning, and the human realities that perhaps don’t often get talked about.

I talk about:

* The general lack of oversight and accountability.
* The questionable ‘empathy’ I occasionally see in other therapists.
* The relative silence on the lack of male therapists.
* How deeply relational this work really is.
* And the occasional sense of being ‘discarded’ by clients.

These are honest reflections from my own experience and I’d love to hear your thoughts, whether you’re a therapist yourself, thinking of becoming one, or simply curious about what really goes on behind the scenes in this profession.

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Thinking about changing career to become a therapist? Already qualified and wanting to start up a private therapy practice? In private practice and looking to grow? Or maybe you're curious about sharing your voice on YouTube? I offer supportive, one-to-one mentoring on career change and becoming a therapist, starting and building a private practice, and creating meaningful content on YouTube. All the details are on my website: (https://www.thistrustedplace.co.uk)

✅ If you're thinking about exploring therapy generally, I’d love to hear from you and you’re very welcome to get in touch with me via my website (https://www.thistrustedplace.co.uk) to find out more or to arrange an initial conversation.

🎁 **My FREE personal development course 'Life Unlimited: 10 Steps to Real Change' is now available on this channel in a playlist on the homepage.**

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Kati Morton is one of the world’s best-known therapist–creators on YouTube, with almost 1.5 million subscribers, bestselling books and a hugely popular podcast. In this conversation we explore how she’s built such a successful platform, what she’s learned along the way, and the challenges of being such a public voice on mental health.

We cover:
– How Kati’s career as a therapist shaped her content and community
– Her journey from initial reluctance to a global audience
– Why authenticity matters more than chasing algorithms
– The balance between audience needs and personal interests
– What she’s working on now, including her new book and workshops
– Her favourite piece of life advice!

This is hopefully a thoughtful and inspiring discussion for anyone interested in mental health, content creation, or the realities of life of a professional online.

👇 Links:
📺 @Katimorton 's YouTube channel: (https://www.youtube.com/user/KatiMorton)
📚 Books by Kati Morton: (https://www.katimorton.com/books)
🎙️ Ask Kati Anything podcast: (https://open.spotify.com/show/2J1zPz2uG0HdGg7Nw8oYV3)

🎯 **1:1 Mentoring & Consultancy**
Thinking about changing career to become a therapist? Already qualified and wanting to start up a private therapy practice? In private practice and looking to grow? Or maybe you're curious about sharing your voice on YouTube? I offer supportive, one-to-one mentoring on career change and becoming a therapist, starting and building a private practice, and creating meaningful content on YouTube. All the details are on my website: (https://www.thistrustedplace.co.uk)

✅ If you're thinking about exploring therapy generally, I’d love to hear from you and you’re very welcome to get in touch with me via my website (https://www.thistrustedplace.co.uk) to find out more or to arrange an initial conversation.

📖 My book ‘Finding a Balanced Connection’ is available on Amazon here: https://mybook.to/Z8i2

🎁 **My FREE personal development course 'Life Unlimited: 10 Steps to Real Change' is now available on this channel in a playlist on the homepage.**

Whether you’re looking to move through anxiety, stress, depression, chronic anger, addictive behaviour, co-dependency, narcissism, low self-esteem/confidence, relationship problems, feeling stuck, lost or lacking in purpose – or simply want to experience more happiness, contentment and fulfilment in your life – this course is carefully designed to help you do just that.

**‘Life Unlimited’ Course testimonials include:**
"John-Paul's course Life Unlimited more than lives up to its promise as a practical and accessible guide to making meaningful, positive changes in your life."
"The course is packed with valuable content, yet John-Paul's warm, non-judgemental style makes it feel more as if a friend is sharing some wonderful wisdom. 100% recommend."

📹 More videos like this:
– Conversations Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbzuc1SEOTxiVulgcTWjDEs_azwcApTEy
– General Mental Health Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbzuc1SEOTxgkW-m76gMYwIEq_IZUv8sl
– Being and Becoming a Therapist Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbzuc1SEOTxjNIi7jqHqNHDcaHqhApCoN

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In this video, I speak with Robyn Ochs, a leading advocate for bisexuality and bi+ identities. Robyn shares her experiences and insights on bisexuality, pansexuality and the broader spectrum of non-binary sexualities, reflecting on identity, self-expression and community.

We talk about the complexities of coming out, not just as a personal step but as an act of love and authenticity that deepens our relationships. Robyn also speaks about the challenges and stigma bisexual people face, the role of supportive communities, and her ongoing work with Bi Women Quarterly, the oldest publication dedicated to bi+ women’s voices.

**Key Topics**
Understanding bisexuality and bi+ identities
Coming out as an act of love
Challenges and stigma in the bisexual community
The role of support networks
Robyn’s advocacy and activism

Resources:
@BisexualKilljoy - https://www.bisexualkilljoy.com/
Bi Women Quarterly - https://www.biwomenquarterly.com/
Bisexual Resource Center - https://biresource.org/
Bi+ World Meetups - https://biplus.nl/biplus-world-meetup/
@twobiguys podcast and YouTube channel

✅ Support for Bisexual and Bi+ Identity
As a therapist, I work with people exploring any and all aspects of a bisexual or bi+ identity — whether you’re questioning, coming out, navigating relationships, or simply wanting a space where your experience is fully seen and understood. You can find more about how I work and booking info at: (https://www.thistrustedplace.co.uk)

✅ If you're thinking about exploring therapy generally, again, I’d love to hear from you and you’re very welcome to get in touch with me via my website to find out more or to arrange an initial conversation.

🎯 **1:1 Mentoring & Consultancy**
Thinking about changing career to become a therapist? Already qualified and wanting to start up a private therapy practice? In private practice and looking to grow? Or maybe you're curious about sharing your voice on YouTube? I offer supportive, one-to-one mentoring on career change and becoming a therapist, starting and building a private practice, and creating meaningful content on YouTube. All the details are on my website: (https://www.thistrustedplace.co.uk)

🎁 **My FREE personal development course 'Life Unlimited: 10 Steps to Real Change' is now available on this channel in a playlist on the homepage.**

Whether you’re looking to move through anxiety, stress, depression, chronic anger, addictive behaviour, co-dependency, narcissism, low self-esteem and confidence, relationship problems, feeling stuck, lost or lacking in purpose – or simply want to experience more happiness, contentment and fulfilment in your life – this course is carefully designed to help you do just that.

**‘Life Unlimited’ Course testimonials include**
"John-Paul's course Life Unlimited more than lives up to its promise as a practical and accessible guide to making meaningful, positive changes in your life. He takes you on a clear path towards self-awareness and self-acceptance, helping you to set healthy boundaries in your relationships with others."
"The course is packed with valuable content, yet John-Paul's warm, non-judgemental style makes it feel more as if a friend is sharing some wonderful wisdom. 100% recommend."

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