Diary of a Recovering People Pleaser17 Sep 2024

Ep 4: Breaking Free from Codependency & Low Self-Esteem: an Interview with Caitlin Steitzer

"You can give a hundred percent. And that is 50% of the relationship." -Caitlin Steitzer

In this episode of Diary of a Recovering People Pleaser , Caitlin Steitzer joins Jenny to discuss the topic of people-pleasing from her unique POV as a licensed clinical social worker, therapist, and improv performer.

They explore personal experiences, the psychological and societal underpinnings of people-pleasing, and the importance of healing your sense of self-worth. Caitlin shares insights on radical self-acceptance, codependency, and how classism and body image contribute to people pleasing tendencies.

They also touch upon the value of boundary setting and the potential for personal growth through acknowledging and managing strong emotions. Caitlin explains what codependency and how it's related to people pleasing.

The conversation includes practical affirmations and a discussion on cultural influences, offering listeners a nuanced perspective on recovering from people pleasing.

Mentioned in this episode:

Founder of Emotionally Focused Therapy - Dr. Sue Johnson - For more info about Emotionally Focused Therapy.
The Body Is Not An Apology: The Power of Radical Self-Love — Sonya Renee Taylor - This is the book we mentioned - highly recommend the audiobook version read by the author!

About the Guest:

Caitlin Steitzer

CAITLIN STEITZER is a licensed clinical social worker whose work focuses on building community and fostering confidence in people from all walks of life. Currently in private practice, she has over 20 years of experience in the mental health field and specializes in trauma, confidence, and body image issues. She is also a performer and teacher of improv comedy at Buffalo Improv House, and her research on the connections between improv and social work was published in the Journal for Social Group Work in 2010. When not nerding out about mental health she can be found hanging out with her dog and her husband, riding her bike, or creating dance music playlists. If you would like to work with her, please check out www.caitlinsteitzertherapy.com for more information or to schedule a free consultation.

Caitlin's Website

About the Host:

Interested in being a guest on the show? Email Jenny: info@meditatewithjenny.com

Jenny's offerings: Reiki healing sessions (distance or in person/Buffalo, NY), Reiki certification classes, channeled psychic readings. Visit her website.

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