I am doing that now...the integration. I communicate with mine, directly. It started with them communicating with me and now I can address them if I need/want to.
As I hael and process the traumatic events from my past I am growing closer to them and becoming more aware of their thoughts and feelings and we are becoming one.
Many safe adn warm hugs for you Rhiannon!! You are moving in the right direction...
They each need something....the chatter and yelling is from not being heard. As you accept them and help them get what they need, things will quiet down for you.
Knowing myself, I am too curious NOT to communicate with them, lol. I followed my gut feeling and did what I thought was needed....T told me I was right on the mark.
I am glad you have an appointment soon...