My Therapy Reflections #7 - The Cognitive Overthinker (Internal Family Systems & EMDR)

In the latest instalment of The Dysregulated Podcast’s "My Therapy Reflections" series, I continue using EMDR and Internal Family Systems Therapy to help uncover the source of my constant anxiety. This session led to the discovery of a new sub-personality: the Cognitive Overthinker—a part of me that’s always on high alert, overanalysing every situation and is driven by anxiety all in an attempt to keep me safe.In this episode, I get to know this part of myself, reflecting on the overthinker’s role in my life, how it’s been looking out for me, and what it might take to rebuild trust between this part and my true self. Along the way, trains feature heavily (a classic autistic interest!), beautifully representing the anxiety and overthinking I experience in a way that I understand.Big session this one, uncovering more layers to my psyche, lots of self-discovery, examples of how anxiety has thwarted some of my best efforts over the years, and the complexities of what it's like being me. Tune in to hear how my continued embracing of my internal parts is leading to a greater understanding and opportunities for growth.-Follow my journey living with mental illness and the hard-fought lessons learned along the way. Lived experience is the driving force of this podcast, and through this lens, my stories are told. This is a raw, honest, and authentic account of how multiple psychological disorders have shaped my past and continue to influence my future.--Follow The Dysregulated Podcast: Instagram – @elliot.t.waters Facebook – The Dysregulated Podcast YouTube – The Dysregulated Podcast (Official Channel)Created by Elliot Waters — Inspired by lived experience. Mental health insights, real stories, real conversations.