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Not Your Therapist

Hosted by Kayla Reilly MSW, LCSW · health · EN-US

84 episodesAudience: 4
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About this Podcast:

Life is messy, relationships are complicated, and let’s be real—mental health can feel like a full-time job. If you’re looking for down-to-earth, no-BS conversations about navigating stress, relationships, and personal growth, you’re in the right place. I’m Kayla Reilly , a licensed therapist, entrepreneur, and real-life human who knows that wellness isn’t about perfection—it’s about finding what actually works for you. This show is for anyone who wants approachable mental health tools, relatable insights, and a little humor along the way. Each episode, we break down the good, the bad, and the downright frustrating parts of life— from managing anxiety and breaking toxic patterns to setting boundaries and creating balance (without the guilt). No therapy jargon, no fluff—just real talk and practical strategies to help you feel more grounded in your everyday life. Hit play, get comfortable, and let’s figure th

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What is Not Your Therapist about?

Life is messy, relationships are complicated, and let’s be real, mental health can feel like a full-time job. If you’re looking for down-to-earth, no-BS conversations about navigating stress, relationships, and personal growth, you’re in the right place.

Who hosts Not Your Therapist?

Not Your Therapist is hosted by Kayla Reilly MSW, LCSW. The show has published 84 episodes to date.

What has Not Your Therapist covered recently?

Recent episodes include "Other Mothers and Daughters Don't Have These Problems!" (19 October 2026, 19 minutes), "“That Never Happened”: When Family Minimizes Your Pain (Part 2)" (12 October 2026, 20 minutes), and "“That Never Happened”: When Family Minimizes Your Pain (Part 1)" (5 October 2026, 22 minutes).

How often does Not Your Therapist publish?

Not Your Therapist publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 16 minutes across 84 episodes.

How hard is it to get booked on Not Your Therapist?

Booking probability for Not Your Therapist is 30%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Not Your Therapist requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Not Your Therapist's contact route on record: public web form.

Who should pitch Not Your Therapist?

The strongest fits for Not Your Therapist are Family & Social Services. Not Your Therapist has a health audience.

About the host

Kayla Reilly MSW, LCSW hosts Not Your Therapist, a health podcast with 84 episodes published.

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Recent episodes

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    Other Mothers and Daughters Don't Have These Problems!

    Oct 19, 202619 min

    Send us Fan Mail Ever tried setting boundaries with your mom, only to hear, "Other mothers and daughters don't have these problems!" Oh, REALLY? And how the hell would you know?! In this episode of Not Your Therapist...

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    “That Never Happened”: When Family Minimizes Your Pain (Part 2)

    Oct 12, 202620 min

    Send us Fan Mail So you’ve realized your family is dysfunctional. You’ve started recognizing the guilt trips, minimizing, gaslighting, and roles you were expected to play. Now what the hell do you do with that...

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    “That Never Happened”: When Family Minimizes Your Pain (Part 1)

    Oct 5, 202622 min

    Send us Fan Mail What happens when the people who hurt you insist it “wasn’t that bad” —or straight-up tell you it never happened? In Part 1 of this special two-part episode of Not Your Therapist , I’m joined by...

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    Is It Guilt… or Is It Your Childhood Talking?

    Sep 28, 202611 min

    Send us Fan Mail Do you feel guilty every time you set a boundary? Say no? Choose yourself? Disappoint someone? You might not actually be experiencing healthy guilt —you might be experiencing the guilt you were...

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    The Hidden Damage of the Enabling Parent

    Sep 21, 202611 min

    Send us Fan Mail Everyone talks about the narcissistic parent, emotionally immature parent, or toxic family member. But what about the parent who stood by and did nothing? In this episode, I'm unpacking the role of the...

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    3 Ways to Become a Calmer Parent (Without Becoming a Permissive One)

    Sep 14, 202614 min

    Send us Fan Mail Are you trying to break generational cycles but still find yourself losing your patience with your kids? If you've ever yelled, felt guilty, and immediately thought, "I'm turning into my parents,"...

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    One Easy Habit That Can Improve Your Marriage

    Sep 7, 202614 min

    Send us Fan Mail Want to know one of the biggest mistakes couples make during conflict? They assume they know why their partner did something instead of getting curious. As a therapist, I've seen this one communication...

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    How to Stop Living Around Everyone Else's Feelings

    Aug 31, 202612 min

    Send us Fan Mail Do you feel responsible for everyone else's emotions? Do you change your mood based on your partner's mood? Walk on eggshells around your parents? Feel guilty when someone is disappointed in you...

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    The Biggest Mistake People Make When Setting Boundaries

    Aug 25, 202611 min

    Send us Fan Mail Think boundaries are all about finding the perfect script? Nope. One of the biggest mistakes I see people make is believing boundaries are supposed to make other people change. That's not a...

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    The Black Sheep: Why You've Always Felt Like You Didn't Belong in Your Family

    Aug 17, 202619 min

    Send us Fan Mail Have you always felt like the black sheep of your family? Like no matter what you do... you just don't fit in? Maybe you've been called too sensitive, too emotional, too dramatic, or too difficult...

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    Sibling Abuse Isn't Just a Sibling Problem (The Parent's Role No One Talks About)

    Aug 10, 202632 min

    Send us Fan Mail Your sibling may have hurt you... but where were the adults? We normalize sibling abuse all the time. "That's just brothers." "Sisters fight." "Stop tattling." "Be the bigger person." But what happens...

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    What Is Complex PTSD? (And Why So Many Adult Children Don't Realize They Have It)

    Aug 3, 202611 min

    Send us Fan Mail Think PTSD only happens to soldiers or people who have experienced one major traumatic event? Think again. If you grew up in a home where you constantly walked on eggshells, felt responsible for your...

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    The Truth About Going No Contact: I Think the New York Times Is Asking the Wrong Question

    Jul 27, 202615 min

    Send us Fan Mail Are therapists really encouraging too many people to go no contact with their parents? The New York Times recently raised that question... and I think they're asking the wrong one. As a trauma therapist...

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    Dissociation Explained: Why Your Brain "Checks Out" (And How to Come Back)

    Jul 20, 202611 min

    Send us Fan Mail What is dissociation , and why does it happen? In this episode of Not Your Therapist Podcast , licensed therapist Kayla Reilly explains dissociation in simple, relatable terms so you can understand why...

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    What Is the Gray Rock Method? (And When Should You Actually Use It?)

    Jul 13, 202612 min

    Send us Fan Mail What is the Gray Rock Method , and does it actually work? In this episode of Not Your Therapist Podcast , licensed therapist Kayla Reilly breaks down the psychology behind the Gray Rock Method, where it...

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    How to Handle Passive-Aggressive Comments From Emotionally Immature Family Members

    Jul 7, 20268 min

    Send us Fan Mail Passive-aggressive comments from emotionally immature family members can leave you questioning yourself long after the conversation is over. In this episode of Not Your Therapist Podcast , licensed...

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    Emotional Parentification: When You Became the Adult in the Room

    Jun 22, 202611 min

    Send us Fan Mail Were you the "adult" in your childhood home — managing your parent's moods, mediating fights, or holding everyone else's feelings before you were ever allowed to have your own? That's called emotional...

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    Do You Have Anxiety? Here Are the Signs Nobody Talks About

    May 25, 202613 minS0

    <p>Send us Fan Mail</p><p>Do you have anxiety… or are you just overwhelmed, overstimulated, and stuck in survival mode?</p><p>In this episode of Not Your Therapist, licensed therapist Kayla Reilly breaks down the signs...

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    5 Things Your Parents Taught You That Secretly Fuel Anxiety

    May 18, 202615 minS0

    <p>Send us Fan Mail</p><p>Why are you SO good at reading the room?<br/>Why does conflict feel like an actual threat to your body?<br/>Why do you feel guilty resting, overthink every interaction, and act like everyone...

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    The Mother Wound: 5 Ways to Deal With the Mom Stuff You’re Still Carrying

    May 4, 202642 minS0

    <p>Send us Fan Mail</p><p>Mother’s Day can bring up a lot more than brunch plans and flower deliveries. For many people, it brings up grief, guilt, resentment, anxiety, and the complicated reality of loving your mom...

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