EP25 - The Psychological side of Physical Health Issues with Jodi Taub- Chronic Conversations with Katherine Rose
In this episode of Chronic Conversations, Katherine Rose is joined by Jodi Taub, a psychotherapist with nearly 30 years of experience specializing in chronic illness and rare disease. Jodi, who lives with Primary Immunodeficiency and over 30 related health conditions, joins the show to discuss the psychological landscape of life with complex health issues. Together, they explore the necessity of validation, the reality of medical gaslighting, and how to reclaim your identity when your body feels like it's taking over your life.
Host Bio
Hosted by Katherine Rose, Certified Integrative Health Practitioner, Personal Trainer, founder of Reclaimable, future published author, and someone who knows firsthand what it's like to be exhausted, dismissed, and unheard in her own health journey.
This is the go-to space for women who are navigating chronic symptoms like brain fog, burnout, autoimmunity, or hormone chaos. You've done everything right, but still don't feel right.
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If you’re navigating midlife health and feel like you’ve hit a wall, know this: it’s not “in your head,” it’s not “just stress,” and you don’t need to just work out more or eat less.
Guest Bio
Jodi Taub, LCSW, PLLC is a private practice psychotherapist with almost three decades of experience providing individual, couples, family, and group therapy. She specializes in chronic illness and rare disease, supporting patients and caregivers in managing health anxiety, medical trauma, and the psychological impact of living with complex health conditions. In addition to her clinical work, Jodi is a nationally recognized published writer, speaker, and researcher. She lectures nationally, facilitates support groups for patients and caregivers living with chronic health conditions, and contributes to professional education and advocacy within the chronic illness and rare disease communities. Jodi is recognized for her evidence-based, relationship-centered approach that fosters resilience and meaningful connections. Jodi is the author of the book, More Than a Patient, Building Relationships and Creating a Meaningful Life When You Have a Chronic Illness. Jodi is also a patient who lives with multiple complex health conditions.
Episode Main Topics
Katherine and Jodi dive deep into the emotional and relational side of chronic illness:
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The Narrative of Illness: Jodi emphasizes the power of telling your own story. After a 31-year journey to her own diagnosis, she explains how reclaiming your narrative can be an act of empowerment.
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Navigating Chronic Grief: Grief in chronic illness isn't a one-time event; it’s ongoing. Jodi discusses grieving the "expected life" and the identity lost to illness, while finding resilience in discovering what you can still do.
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Relationships & Self-Disclosure: Jodi introduces her "Three-Point Plan" for dating and new relationships: Who to tell, When to tell, and How to tell. She highlights the importance of protecting your peace and setting expectations.
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Medical Gaslighting & Advocacy: The pair discuss the "broken conveyor belt" of the healthcare system. Jodi provides practical tips for becoming your own medical case manager and knowing when to "interview" a new doctor.
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Rest as a Non-Negotiable: Katherine and Jodi reframe rest not as a luxury, but as a biological necessity. They discuss the unique burden women face as "natural caregivers" and why saying "no" is an essential part of healthcare management.
Resources Mentioned In This Episode
Connect with Jodi Taub
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"More Than a Patient": Jodi Taub’s book (released February 2026), which serves as a practical guide to navigating relationships while living with chronic conditions.
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Immunoglobulin Therapy: The plasma-based treatment Jodi receives for Primary Immunodeficiency.
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Join the Village: If you’re tired of navigating your health alone, join the CAYA Collective.
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Connect with Katherine: Have questions about the trend? Reach out on Instagram @Reclaim.able or visit Reclaim-able.com.
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