In this episode of Untamed and Unapologetic, Jeanette Lira interviews therapist Katie K. May, who shares her journey from struggling with self-destructive behaviors as a teenager to becoming a therapist specializing in high-risk teens. They discuss the importance of family involvement in therapy, the challenges of working with parents, and the personal experiences that shaped Katie's approach to mental health.

Katie emphasizes the significance of creating a life worth living and the responsibility individuals have in their healing journey. The conversation also touches on the nuances of depression, identity shifts, and the power of validation in communication with teens.

takeaways

• Katie K. May is a therapist specializing in high-risk teens.
• Family involvement is crucial in the therapeutic process.
• Therapists often lack training in engaging with parents.
• Personal struggles can lead to a passion for helping others.
• Creating a life worth living is essential for recovery.
• Depression can be managed through healthy coping strategies.
• Validation is key in communicating with struggling teens.
• Identity shifts can occur during significant life changes.
• Healing requires taking responsibility for one's own journey.
• It's important to keep moving towards what you want in life.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Katie K. May

04:54 The Importance of Family Involvement in Therapy

10:34 Personal Struggles and the Journey to Healing

19:37 Identity Shifts and New Beginnings

24:27 Taking Responsibility for Healing

28:33 Words of Wisdom for Parents and Teens

29:37 Outro.mp4