Podcasts about Couples therapy

We're BACK with the most popular series of the year: COUPLES THERAPY! And we hit the ground running in this heated episode with Curt and Lindsey.They've been dating for quite some time, moving toward marriage, yet they still don't see eye to eye about some of their boundaries in the relationship. Curt feels uncomfortable with some of Lindsey's decisions and interactions, and Lindsey feels like Curt is not able to understand her perspective, nor trust her to make good choices. Is this an issue of healthy boundaries, or is this an issue of control? Debra helps them get to the root of what might actually be going on underneath their conflict, and the deeper feelings and needs that each one of them need to communicate. This conversation gets a little tense, which is exactly why healthy relationships require us to have the skills to navigate difficult topics and stay engaged. Tune into this episode, and then grab a copy of Relationship Skills to learn the skills you need to build a healthy relationship that lasts! Click here to WATCH the full episode. Podcast Extras: Relationship Skills - Pre-Order Now! Relationships don't fall apart because of a lack of love but struggle because of a lack of skill. As you and your partner move through the four seasons of a relationship each bringing its own rhythms, challenges, and opportunities for growth—how you show up will either strengthen your relationship or slowly wear it down. Originally released as Love in Every Season, this updated and expanded guide from licensed professional counselor Debra Fileta is your road map to the skills you need to strengthen your relationship at every stage. Whether you're single, dating, engaged, or married, Relationship Skills will help you in SPRING: stop ignoring red flags and build on a healthy foundation in SUMMER: build connection and intimacy without losing yourself in FALL: communicate honestly, repair, and grow through conflict in WINTER: stay intentional when things feel stagnant Let this guide help you take your relationship skills to the next level so you can grow in maturity, deepen intimacy, and build a relationship that lasts! The Debra Fileta Counselors Network: Book a counseling session at the Debra Fileta Counselors Network and get started on your healing journey from the inside out TODAY! DEBRA FILETA is a Licensed Professional Counselor, national speaker, and founder...

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Head to our PATREON for the full episode! Like the great Dr. Orna before us, we are here to HELP COUPLES HEAL! By which, of course, we mean deciding which fictional lovebirds are going to go the distance, and which are breaking up. And/or being hurled into prison by us. WE ARE NOT REAL DOCTORS THIS IS NOT MEDICAL ADVICE -- but it is all super correct and insightful, so, y'know... do with that what you will.

What happens when one partner wants sex and the other doesn’t? Mismatched desire- or desire discrepancy is one of the most common issues Dr. Jenni Skyler and Daniel Lebowitz see among couples, and it’s a topic they’re asked about again and again. For this special episode of Sex and the Psyche, we’re turning the tables and putting Jenni and Daniel in the hot seat! Our friend Karen Bigman, host of Taboo to Truth, generously invited Jenni and Daniel onto her podcast for a candid conversation about desire discrepancy, intimacy, shame, and the challenges couples face when their libidos don't match. We’re so grateful to Karen for allowing us to replay this conversation here on Sex and the Psyche, giving our listeners a chance to hear Jenni and Daniel as guests and get a behind-the-scenes look at how they answer the questions they’re usually the ones asking. In this first part of the two-part conversation, Jenni and Daniel explore why desire discrepancy happens, what it can look like in long-term relationships, and why the partner with lower desire is never simply “the problem.” They also talk about why some men shut down or go silent when they’re struggling sexually, how shame can take over in the bedroom, and how the right words can open the door to a much more honest and compassionate conversation between partners. A huge thank-you to Karen Bigman and Taboo to Truth for sharing this conversation with our Sex and the Psyche audience. Be sure to listen to Part 2 for more of Jenni and Daniel in the hot seat! And while you're at it, check out Taboo to Truth wherever you listen to podcasts. You may discover your next favorite show! Follow Karen Bigman Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taboototruth TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@taboototruth Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/taboototruth/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karenbigman Website: http://taboototruth.com Substack: https://karenbigman.substack.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You've said the forgiveness lines. You've read the passages. Underneath, you're still boiling, and you've started to wonder if you're doing this wrong. Neda Boin, A Course in Miracles teacher and voice liberator, took that exact question into two months of counseling with God, and what she found underneath her own beliefs is not what she went looking for. Most ACIM students stop one layer above it. The resistance isn't the obstacle you think it is. To learn more about ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠A Course in Miracles⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ please visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Powerofloveministry.net⁠⁠⁠⁠. For the transcript of this episode and more please visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LivingACourseinMiracles.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. We're focusing on having a great relationship with our Creator. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by Alma. Visit https://helloalma.com/dg/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=paid&utm_campaign=privatepractice to learn more Get the Couples Therapy 101 course: https://www.couplestherapistcouch.com/ Join the Couples Therapist Inner Circle: https://www.couplestherapistcouch.com/inner-circle-new Join The Couples Therapist Couch Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/295562197518469/ In this episode, Shane talks with Harriet Lerner about how to apologize. Harriet is one of the most respected voices in the psychology of women, and the "how-tos" of navigating the swamps and quicksands of difficult relationships. She is the author of 12 books published in 35 languages. Hear why apologies are so important, the ways people ruin their apologies, what a good apology requires of us, the differences in how men & women apologize, and how to navigate a client who refuses to apologize.   To learn more about Harriet Lerner, visit: HarrietLerner.com Why Won't You Apologize? Book Why Won't He Apologize? | Harriet Lerner | TEDxKC   You can also listen to Harriet Lerner on Episode 27 of The Couples Therapist Couch

This episode is brought to you by Alma. Visit https://helloalma.com/dg/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=paid&utm_campaign=privatepractice to learn more Get the Couples Therapy 101 course: https://www.couplestherapistcouch.com/ Join the Couples Therapist Inner Circle: https://www.couplestherapistcouch.com/inner-circle-new Join The Couples Therapist Couch Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/295562197518469/ In this solo episode, Shane talks why you keep reacting that way and how to stop. Hear the difference between your authentic self & your unconscious programming, how our brain creates shortcuts & patterns to protect us, how to find the real Truth of your clients, how to help your clients understand where their feelings & actions are coming from, and how to help your clients come home to themselves.

This episode is brought to you by Alma. Visit https://helloalma.com/dg/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=paid&utm_campaign=privatepractice to learn more Get the Couples Therapy 101 course: https://www.couplestherapistcouch.com/ Join the Couples Therapist Inner Circle: https://www.couplestherapistcouch.com/inner-circle-new Join The Couples Therapist Couch Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/295562197518469/ In this episode, Shane talks with Annie Chen about attachment styles. Annie is an author, therapist, consultant, and coach who holds 2 master's degrees in counseling and psychology. With over 17 years dedicated to studying the mind, nervous systems, and relationships, she has developed a unique approach to relationships and working with people. Hear why attachment theory is so important, how we develop our attachment styles, how to approach attachment styles with your clients, the danger of talking in absolutes, and how much to dive into family of origin work.   To learn more about Annie Chen, visit: AnnieChen.net AttachmentQuiz.com The Attachment Theory Workbook I Want to Connect Instagram @AnnieChenLMFT   You can also listen to Annie Chen on Episode 90 of The Couples Therapist Couch

Hope you have a good beverage with you because today's chat is extra juicy. Genevieve "Jenny" Dreizen is the COO of Fresh Starts Registry and a human who's incredibly good at being a friend. | https://freshstartsregistry.com/   We discuss: The trade-offs of being an entrepreneur: "if you don't enjoy the benefits, you're just giving up things" It's ok to redefine your boundaries Why the 8-hours workday is an invented construct When you rest, you receive Allow the business (and your dog) to be part of your lifestyle   Follow Jenny! On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/genevievedreizen/ On Threads: https://www.threads.com/@genevievedreizen On her website (make sure to check out their podcasts!): a Meeting Prep Sesh Download the free Unshrinking Workbook here And jump into my bi-weekly newsletter right here for more business real-talk and tools Let's continue this chat! Say hi on Instagram / Threads!

Today I'm chatting with Somatic Coach Mike Simon. Mike works with creative leaders who want to lead and build from the inside out.   We chat about:   The algorithmic commandments - and do we have to obey them? Identifying what we're still carrying from our previous relationships (e.g., career, businesses) into our relationship with the current business The money story - for founders selling intangible services and programs Figuring things out through the experience rather than through conceptualization Micro actions for the life you want   Follow Mike! On Instagram:https://www.threads.com/@themikegsimon Join the Create From The Core waitlist:https://mikesimon.myflodesk.com/musingsfromhome   If this resonates, you're going to want to check out my other resources for founders: Get both your strategy and nervous system prepared for your next high-stakes meeting with a Meeting Prep Sesh Download the free Unshrinking Workbook here And jump into my bi-weekly newsletter right here for more business real-talk and tools Want to add another friend to this convo? Here's a link to Couples Therapy for You and Your Biz Let's continue this chat! Say hi on Instagram / Threads!

In this episode of Hot Wife Podcast, we dive into the intriguing and often misunderstood world of orgasm control. Join us as we explore the dynamics of pleasure, power, and intimacy in relationships. We'll discuss the benefits, challenges, and techniques of orgasm control, featuring insights from experts and personal anecdotes from our listeners. Whether you're curious about incorporating this practice into your own relationship or just want to understand it better, this episode is packed with valuable information and engaging conversation. Tune in to learn how orgasm control can enhance your connection and bring new dimensions to your sexual experiences.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hot-wife-podcast-and-the-swinger-lifestyle--5343522/support.

Today I'm chatting with Eleanor (Ellie) Kime, a messaging specialist who helps small business owners put more of their personality into their business. Ellie is the rare type of person who will hype you online even if she doesn't know you (which I LOVE) and the rarer yet type of people who write sales emails that make you want to become their best friend.   We chat about: The cobbler's kid thing... and how we deal with it as founders Realizing the true worth of your work is sometimes well beyond the dry deliverable How you are the only you, for better or worse You are the only expert for you Jealousy as an entrepreneur abnd what it has to do with Neil Diamond   Follow Ellie on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/eleanor_mollie On Threads here: https://www.threads.com/@eleanor_mollie Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ellie-kime Visit her website here: https://www.eleanormollie.co.uk/ And listen to her podcast right here: http://eleanormollie.co.uk/jar   If this resonates, you're going to want to check out my other resources for founders: Get both your strategy and nervous system prepared for your next high-stakes meeting with a Meeting Prep Sesh Download the free Unshrinking Workbook here And jump into my bi-weekly newsletter right here for more business real-talk and tools Let's continue this chat! Say hi on Instagram / Threads!

Virginia Gilbert has spent over two decades working with people in high-conflict divorces — she started this specialty after going through one herself and getting nothing but platitudes from therapists who didn't understand what she was dealing with.In this episode, Evan and Virginia get into:Why family court isn't built to solve real parenting disputes — and often makes conflict worseHow social media turned every ex into a "narcissist" or a "borderline"The difference between wanting to be understood and wanting someone to agree with youWhy conflict itself isn't the problem in a relationship — it's how you fightFamily estrangement and emotional cutoff, and what actually happens after "no contact"Running skills-based divorce support groups, and why men show up differently in group than the stereotypes suggestIf you've ever wanted to hand someone a diagnosis instead of doing the actual work, this one's for you.Send us Fan Mail Support the showHave any questions or insights about this episode? Reach out to us at contactus@tellmeaboutyourmother.run

Today me and my nasally post-flu voice sat down with someone I ADORE working with, Kelsey McCormick of Coming Up Roses. Kels is the undeniable Launch Queen and someone whose work I admire (I'm a repeat client!).   We discuss: Being a squiggly entrepreneur What it takes to trust yourself, your gut, and your business - and to commit to one flagship offer Mindset, limiting beliefs, and why they are not just for coaches How to scratch the restless ADHD itch without reinventing the wheel Finding your "sound"   Follow Kels! On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cominguproses.co/ On Threads: https://www.threads.com/@cominguproses.co On her website: https://cominguproses.co/   If this resonates, you're going to want to check out my other resources for founders:   Get both your strategy and nervous system prepared for your next high-stakes meeting with a Meeting Prep Sesh Download the free Unshrinking Workbook here And jump into my bi-weekly newsletter right here for more business real-talk and tools Let's continue this chat! Say hi on Instagram / Threads!

Today I'm chatting with Emilie Nutley, a money coach + consultant for online business owners, and in her words "if it touches money, I like to talk about it". We chat about: Why we keep investing in programs that teach stuff we ALREADY know That secret unlock we're wishing for vs "what you know is enough, just keep doing the thing" Why wanting stuff is ok Ask yourself: Do you feel safe with what you have today? Focus on the missing piece, not the immediate gratification   Follow Emilie! On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emilienutley/ On Threads: https://www.threads.com/@emilienutley Visit her website here: www.emilienutley.co.uk   If this resonates, you're going to want to check out my other resources for founders: Get both your strategy and nervous system prepared for your next high-stakes meeting with a Meeting Prep Sesh (proven results, over 40 sessions conducted in the last year) Download the free Unshrinking Workbook here And jump into my bi-weekly newsletter right here for more business real-talk and tools Let's continue this chat! Say hi on Instagram / Threads!

Today I'm chatting with Lauren DeGolia, Success Coach & Chief Expansion Officer + the host of one of my favorite podcasts, Corporate F*ckery, which is in the top 10% of Careers podcasts.   We chat about: Treating your business as a person - and why you totally should Letting your future self take the wheel when it comes to decisions (that does not mean procrastinating! I see you) And so much more   Follow Lauren on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/lauren.degolia/ Visit her website here: www.laurendegolia.com And listen to her podcast right here: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/corporate-fckery-lauren-degolia-l4LmxF9uckz/   If this resonates, you're going to want to check out my other resources for founders: Meeting Prep Sesh - make sure your strategy and nervous system are both ready for your next high-stakes meeting or conversation Download the free Unshrinking Workbook here And jump into my bi-weekly newsletter right here for more business real-talk and tools Let's continue this chat! Say hi on Instagram / Threads!

Today I'm chatting with Michelle Ong, Founder / Social Media Content Strategist at Hello Lemon Media. I love Mishelle's approach to both social media and business, so it was a treat chatting with her! This is another one I recorded while I had the flu (and still naively thought it was just a cold) so sorry for the nasally voice :)   We chat about:   Infusing personality into the way you market yourself on social media Marketing with purpose, not pressure Separating your sense of self-worth from your business Boundaries, identity, and being a founder - and existing ALONGSIDE our business Creativity that transcends our business Blocking time on the calendar for rest and play   Follow Michelle! On Instagram: www.instagram.com/byhellolemon Visit her website here: www.hellolemonmedia.com If this resonates, you're going to want to check out my other resources for founders: Get into the lab for an accelerated coaching experience Download the free Unshrinking Workbook here And jump into my bi-weekly newsletter right here for more business real-talk and tools Let's continue this chat! Say hi on Instagram / Threads!

“If your business dragged you to couples therapy, what would it say?” Grab something to drink and take a seat — because you're gonna want to sit down for this. Your daily voice note from me and my favorite online founders, sharing what they've learned from being in the trenches with their biz. A gentle reminder you're not the only one navigating the ups and downs of life with your business.   If this resonates, you're going to want to check out my other resources for founders: Get into the lab for an accelerated coaching experience Download the free Unshrinking Workbook here And jump into my bi-weekly newsletter right here for more business real-talk and tools Let's continue this chat! Say hi on Instagram / Threads!

"Couples therapy. The words alone are enough to send many people running for the hills, but Orna Guralnik—star of Showtime's documentary series Couples Therapy—has people running to her office. Orna, a clinical psychologist and psychoanalyst, has become a household name: she's a watchful guide for couples as they navigate intimate and sometimes agonizing discussions, and for viewers, as they watch these couples bare their souls or refuse to do so. With her beloved dog Nico on her lap, Orna explained to me how she practices listening for the unconscious, the limits and possibilities of televised therapy, and whether the psychoanalytic interview can teach even the most adversarial pairs (like warring nations) how to make peace."See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Can a marriage truly heal after betrayal or severe disconnect? On this episode of Married and Connected, host Kameran Al-Areqi is joined by psychologist, coach, and author Dr. Bruce Chalmer, who brings over 30 years of clinical wisdom helping couples navigate being stuck, infidelity, and relational crisis.Together, they dive into Dr. Chalmer's core philosophy: "Be kind, don't panic, and have faith." They expose why standard "communication rules" (like strict I-statements) often fail when couples are in a panic, how condescension and self-doubt undermine intimacy, and how to practice true forgiveness as an "inside job." Plus, Dr. Chalmer shares his framework for discernment—helping couples navigate whether to stay together, work through deal breakers, or walk away.

In this 10-minute episode, I explore the question: Do we attract certain people, or do we choose to entertain them?Through the lens of attachment theory, I unpack why we're often drawn to what feels familiar rather than what is healthy, how childhood patterns can shape our adult relationships, and why we may unconsciously try to “change the ending” of old wounds.I also bring in an IFS perspective and share reflective questions to help you understand which parts of you become activated in certain relationship dynamics.If you keep finding yourself in similar patterns, this episode is an invitation to look inward with curiosity, compassion, and greater awareness.♾ In a fast-paced world like the one we live in, time is one of our most important assets. For a few minutes every episode, I, Tannaz Hosseinpour, will be discussing topics that aim to enhance the quality of your life, by helping you feel empowered to take inspired action on your personal growth journey.Connect with me for daily insights:InstagramFacebookTikTokMore resources available on www.minutesongrowth.comThis podcast is for educational purposes only. The host claims no responsibility to any person or entity for any liability, loss, or damage caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly as a result of the use, application, or interpretation of the information presented herein.

SYNOPSIS:What does it mean to experience yourself as a fertile body? And what happens when your body doesn't seem to be cooperating with your deepest hopes?In this wide-ranging conversation, Ali speaks with Harvard-awarded fertility specialist Gabriela Rosa about fertility as far more than a medical diagnosis. Together they explore the meaning we attach to parenthood, the relationship between fertility and creativity, the impact of trauma and relationships on reproductive health, and why infertility is never simply "a women's issue."Gabriela shares her evidence-based, integrative approach to fertility, explaining how removing obstacles to health often allows the body's innate intelligence to do what it already knows how to do. Along the way, they discuss IVF, implantation, sperm health, miscarriage, Family Constellation Work, embodiment, and the profound question of how we learn to trust the intelligence of our bodies – even when it seems to be saying "not yet."Whether you're navigating fertility challenges, considering parenthood, or simply curious about the body's remarkable capacity for intelligence and healing, this conversation offers a deeply humane perspective on one of life's most meaningful journeys.Ultimately, this episode is an invitation to reconsider one of the podcast's central questions: What becomes possible when we stop treating the body as a problem to solve and begin discovering the body's innate intelligence?To subscribe now, click hereTo be an angel to the podcast, click here To read more about the podcast, click here FOR MORE ALI MEZEY:Website: https://www.alimezey.comPersonal Geometry® and the Magic of Mat Work Course information:FREE Guided Body Mapping Taster: Heart/Sexuality SplitFive-films series (made by Ali Mezey) on renowned Family Constellation Facilitator, Stephan Hausner's work with transgenerational influences on illnessFOR MORE GABRIELA ROSA: BIO:Gabriela Rosa, DrPH (Candidate, Harvard), is a Harvard-awarded fertility specialist, founder of The Rosa Institute, and author of Fertility Breakthrough: Overcoming Infertility and Recurrent Miscarriage When Other Treatments Have Failed. She is a pioneer in telehealth-based integrative fertility care, bringing evidence-based reproductive solutions to individuals and couples around the world.Gabriela is also the creator and host of The Fertility Challenge, a free global online program that supports tens of thousands of participants each year. Through her proprietary F.E.R.T.I.L.E. Method®, she has helped more than 204,000 people across 111 countries. Published research on her signature program shows a 78.8% live birth rate among patients—even after years of infertility, recurrent miscarriage, and unsuccessful treatments.SOCIALS:Website: https://fertilitybreakthrough.com/Socials: FACEBOOKINSTAGRAMXTIKTOKRESOURCES, DEFINITIONS & INSPIRATION:Tara BrachBuddhist meditation teacher, psychologist, and bestselling author known for her work on mindfulness, self-compassion, and emotional healing.https://www.tarabrach.comMartha BeckHarvard-trained sociologist, bestselling author, and life coach whose work explores personal transformation, purpose, and living in alignment with one's deepest values.https://marthabeck.comThe Body Keeps the Score – Bessel van der Kolk, M.D.A groundbreaking book exploring how trauma affects the brain, body, and nervous system, and why healing often requires body-based as well as psychological approaches.https://www.besselvanderkolk.com/resources/the-body-keeps-the-scoreJohn GottmanPsychologist and relationship researcher whose decades of research have transformed our understanding of what helps couples build lasting, healthy relationships. He is co-founder of The Gottman Institute.https://www.gottman.comFamily Constellation WorkAn experiential therapeutic approach developed by Bert Hellinger that reveals unconscious family and relational dynamics through spatial representation. It is used worldwide to explore patterns of trauma, belonging, and connection that may influence present-day relationships and well-being.Corpus luteumA temporary hormone-producing structure that forms in the ovary after ovulation. It secretes progesterone, which prepares the uterus for pregnancy.EndometriosisA chronic condition in which tissue similar to the uterine lining grows outside the uterus, often causing pelvic pain, painful periods, and fertility challenges.Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)A common hormonal condition that can affect ovulation, menstrual cycles, fertility, metabolism, and hormone balance.ICSI (Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection)A specialized IVF procedure in which a single sperm is injected directly into an egg to achieve fertilization, often used in cases of male-factor infertility.Sperm parametersThe characteristics measured during a semen analysis, including sperm count, motility (movement), morphology (shape), and vitality, which help assess male fertility.Can eggs repair sperm DNA fragmentation?Healthy eggs possess natural DNA repair mechanisms that can repair some damage in sperm DNA after fertilization. However, this capacity depends on the quality of the egg and the extent of the sperm's DNA fragmentation.

Most people spend their lives trying to find a relationship that works, but psychotherapist and bestselling author Esther Perel believes that just living day to day isn't the same as truly feeling alive. In this deeply moving conversation from Making Space, the relationship expert sits down with Hoda Kotb to pull back the curtain on why passion often fades in partnerships and how couples can bridge the distance when they start to drift apart. She and Hoda explore the delicate balance between love and desire, discussing why the space we keep, the mystery we preserve, and the ways we ignite ourselves matter in a world that often feels contactless. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Today's episode is part two of a BONUS series on couples work AKA the things couples can do to be successful in the relationships. Talon and I are working through various workbooks (all free and not copyrighted) and activities to help explore our own relationship skills and teach about relationship skills. Today we continue the focus on communication skills. Today's free worksheet we reference can be found HERE Workbooks you might like to purchase to work through: Love More Fight Less 8 Week Couple's Therapy Workbook 7 Principles For Making Marriage Work Hold Me Tight The Gottman Method HERESend us a text message to be anonymously read and responded to! Support the showYou can find Sara on Instagram @borderlinefromhell. You can also find the podcast on IG @boldbeautifulborderlineCorey Evans is the artist for the music featured. He can be found HERE Talon Abbott created the cover art. He. can be found HERE Leave us a voicemail about your thoughts or questions on the show at boldbeautifulborderline.comIf you like the show we would love if you could rate, subscribe and support us on Patreon. Patreon info here: https://www.patreon.com/boldbeautifulborderline?fan_landing=true Purchase Sara's Exploring Your Borderline Strengths Journal at https://www.amazon.com/Exploring-Your-Borderline-Strengths-Amundson/dp/B0C522Y7QT/ref=sr_1_1?crid=IGQBWJRE3CFX&keywords=exploring+your+borderline+strengths&qid=1685383771&sprefix=exploring+your+bor%2Caps%2C164&sr=8-1 For mental health supports:National Suicide Preve...

Zach trades chairs this week. Instead of interviewing a couple, he's the one being interviewed, sitting down with Melissa Vogel of The Bomb Life for a wide-ranging conversation about what actually makes relationships work. Melissa is a health and fitness coach who works with individuals, often watching one partner transform physically and emotionally while the other stays stuck, and she brings that exact tension to Zach directly: what do you do when you're doing the work and your partner won't join you?Zach doesn't soften the answer. He tells her that healthy relationships require two functional adults, and that if one partner is investing in their growth and the other refuses, sometimes you leave them behind, not necessarily by ending the relationship, but by refusing to shrink yourself to keep the peace. From there the conversation moves through Terry Real's "good day, bad day" math for mismatched effort, the idea that couples should recalibrate roughly every three years the way you'd see a dentist or a financial advisor, and Zach's own admission that he and his wife Rebecca are technically on their fourth marriage, just to the same person. Melissa shares her own story of a 17-year marriage that ended when she kept growing and her husband didn't, and the two of them sit in how rarely anyone teaches couples to check in on whether they're still aligned.The back half gets into the mechanics: what the Gottman Method actually is (friendship, conflict management, shared meaning) versus Relational Life Therapy, which Zach calls "Relationship 501" for people who need more than tools. Zach also talks openly about his own sobriety, five and a half years in, and why he couldn't hear the truth about his drinking until he was ready to hear it. This is Zach without the therapist's chair, talking about his own marriage's near-misses, and it lands harder because of it.Key TakeawaysTwo functional adults are the baseline. If one partner is growing and the other refuses to, that's not a fixable math problem, it's a decision point.Sometimes the healthiest thing you can say to a partner is "I'm not coming back over there," while still leaving the door open for them to join you.Terry Real's framework: both partners at their best is a great day. Both at their worst is a bad day. One at their best and one not is just an okay day, and okay might be the best some seasons offer.Relationships benefit from a check-in roughly every three years, the same logic as seeing a dentist or a financial advisor on a schedule rather than waiting for a crisis.About two-thirds of relationship conflicts are perpetual and unsolvable. The goal isn't resolution, it's empathy and workable compromise.The Gottman Method breaks a relationship down into three buckets: friendship quality, how you manage difference, and shared meaning or values.Sobriety, like readiness for any change, can't be forced from the outside. Zach knew alcohol was the problem for years before he was actually ready to quit.The whole secret, per Zach: be a grownup, then do more of what your partner likes and less of what they don't.Guest InfoMelissa Vogel hosts The Bomb Life, where she coaches individuals on health, fitness, and relationships. In this episode she works with Zach in reverse, bringing her own coaching experience and her own divorce (after 17 years of marriage) into the conversation.website: https://www.itsmelissavogel.com/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Today's we're starting a new BONUS series on couple's work AKA the things couples can do to be successful in the relationships. Talon and I are working through various workbooks (all free and not copyrighted) and activities to help explore our own relationship skills and teach about relationship skills. Today we focus on communication skills. Today's free worksheet we reference can be found HERE Workbooks you might like to purchase to work through: Love More Fight Less 8 Week Couple's Therapy Workbook 7 Principles For Making Marriage Work Hold Me Tight Send us a text message to be anonymously read and responded to! Support the showYou can find Sara on Instagram @borderlinefromhell. You can also find the podcast on IG @boldbeautifulborderlineCorey Evans is the artist for the music featured. He can be found HERE Talon Abbott created the cover art. He. can be found HERE Leave us a voicemail about your thoughts or questions on the show at boldbeautifulborderline.comIf you like the show we would love if you could rate, subscribe and support us on Patreon. Patreon info here: https://www.patreon.com/boldbeautifulborderline?fan_landing=true Purchase Sara's Exploring Your Borderline Strengths Journal at https://www.amazon.com/Exploring-Your-Borderline-Strengths-Amundson/dp/B0C522Y7QT/ref=sr_1_1?crid=IGQBWJRE3CFX&keywords=exploring+your+borderline+strengths&qid=1685383771&sprefix=exploring+your+bor%2Caps%2C164&sr=8-1 For mental health supports:National Suicide Preve...

This week on Growing, we're deep in the reality of winter with little kids. Beth shares the scary experience of RSV sweeping through the family, the emotional rollercoaster of navigating ED with sick babies, and why trusting your instincts as a parent matters.Lil is navigating the less glamorous combination of postpartum and PMS, reflecting on just how much women carry, while celebrating the beautiful relief of watching Franklin settle into his happy little self.We also chat about the unexpected magic of slowing down. Sometimes the best play doesn't come from another activity it comes from boredom, imagination and letting kids create their own little worlds.This weeks R&R: Beth is loving Couples Therapy on SBS, open-ended toys and a hearty meatball soup. Lil is recommending Ottolenghi's Chicken Marbella⁠ and the L'Occitane Almond Shower Oil⁠ (or the more budget-friendly MCo Beauty Smoothing Almond Oil Body Wash⁠) for a little everyday luxury.Glimmer girls - we know you get it and god we're grateful. Follow us! @growingthepodcast @birthwithbeth_@lillian.beth

This episode is brought to you by Alma. Visit https://helloalma.com/dg/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=paid&utm_campaign=privatepractice to learn more Get the Couples Therapy 101 course: https://www.couplestherapistcouch.com/ Join the Couples Therapist Inner Circle: https://www.couplestherapistcouch.com/inner-circle-new Join The Couples Therapist Couch Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/295562197518469/ In this episode, Shane talks with LaDonna Carey about Surviving Betrayal. LaDonna is a Betrayal Recovery Specialist, Therapist, Trainer, and the Author of Surviving Betrayal: A Path to Healing from Betrayal and Abandonment. Hear why betrayal is so hard to navigate, how to help your clients have these conversations even with anger coming through, how to work with both the betrayer and the betrayed, why intensive sessions are more effective in cases of betrayal, and how to be conscious of your own biases as a couples therapist.   To learn more about LaDonna Carey & Surviving Betrayal, visit: Surviving Betrayal Book Smoky Mountains Symposium on Relational Trauma LaDonnaCarey.com LaDonnaCarey.Substack.com   You can also listen to LaDonna Carey on Episode 179 & Episode 143 of The Couples Therapist Couch  

Many couples tell us, and we've seen it in our own marriage too, that they keep running into the same arguments over and over again. Even after trying counseling, things might improve for a short time… but before long, they slip right back into the same patterns.So what actually creates lasting change in a relationship?In this episode of The Ultimate Intimacy Podcast with Nick and Amy, we talk with Austin, a therapist who often works with couples after they've already seen two or three other counselors and are feeling discouraged that nothing has worked. Instead of repeating the same approaches, Austin takes a different path, one that helps couples break out of stuck cycles and finally start moving forward.He shares what he does differently in therapy and why those shifts lead to real, lasting progress for the couples he works with.

Welcome to another episode of Late Boomers! We're your hosts, Cathy Worthington and Merry Elkins, and we're thrilled you're joining us on this journey of reinvention, connection, and growth at every stage of life.In this episode, we dive deep into the foundations of thriving, lasting relationships with our insightful guests, Bruce Chalmer and Judy Alexander, co-hosts of the “Couples Therapy in Seven Words” podcast. Bruce Chalmer, an experienced couples therapist and author of several books including “The Passion Paradox,” joins us alongside Judy Alexander, retired educator, author, and “the real person” on their podcast. Together, they blend wisdom from decades of helping couples and add a generous dose of real-world humor and humanity.We explore everything from surviving betrayal, rekindling passion, and navigating intimacy in long-term relationships, to how faith, kindness, and a willingness to face uncomfortable truths can help couples not just survive challenges but come out even stronger.Key TakeawaysForgiveness After Betrayal: Bruce Chalmer reminds us that healing from betrayal is possible, but it's not guaranteed or easy it requires immense courage and honest engagement (02:35).Betrayal Beyond Infidelity: Betrayal in relationships isn't just about sex it can involve finances, addiction, and emotional wounds between friends, siblings, and partners (03:26).The Truth About Communication: Most relationship issues aren't really about how we communicate; they're about what we're communicating hurt, mistrust, or contempt (05:41).The Seven-Word Formula: “Be kind, don't panic, and have faith.” This powerful mantra underpins lasting relationships and guides partners through life's inevitable obstacles (04:35, 26:45).Stability vs. Intimacy: All couples need both stability (reliability, predictability) and intimacy (honesty, aliveness) but these can sometimes feel at odds. The key is learning to tolerate anxiety and embrace honest vulnerability (12:27).Practical Tools for Rekindling Connection: Emotional openness, respect, and humor matter. Judy Alexander also shares her unique creative journey into biblical erotica, showing that reinvention can spice up relationships at any age (20:36).Sacred, Good, and Plain Old Sex: The distinctions between different kinds of sexual experiences as relationships mature, good sex adds intimacy; sacred sex adds meaning and connection to something bigger (35:09).Sexual Fulfillment at Any Age: True sexual and emotional connection often reaches its peak in our 60s and 70s, thanks to maturity, communication, and creativity not just hormones or acrobatics (42:03).We hope you found today's episode as inspiring and practical as we did! If you enjoyed this conversation, please share it with one friend who could use a dose of hope, humor, and wisdom in their relationships. Don't forget to subscribe to Late Boomers wherever you get your podcasts so you never miss an episode.For more from Bruce Chalmer and Judy Alexander, check out their podcast “Couples Therapy in Seven Words,” Bruce's website, or Judy's book “The Blue Tent: Erotic Tales from the Bible” (as Laria Zilber).Remember, it's never too late to grow, to connect, and to create the life and relationships you truly want.Thank you for listening. It means the world to us. See you next time on Late Boomers!Mentioned in this episode:Late Boomers is part of the eWomenPodcastNetwork. eWomenPodcastNetwork

What if the therapy that was supposed to help actually made things worse?For many survivors of coercive control, couples therapy doesn't bring clarity, it deepens confusion, self-doubt, and shame.In this episode, I'm joined by licensed marriage and family therapist Frances Russell to talk about why traditional couples therapy can be harmful when coercive control or domestic violence is present. We discuss what survivors should know, what therapists often miss, and why understanding patterns of power and control—not just isolated incidents—is essential.Whether you're a survivor wondering why couples therapy didn't work or a mental health professional wanting to better recognize coercive control, this conversation offers practical insights and compassionate validation.In this episode, we discuss:Why couples therapy can unintentionally reinforce coercive control.How neutrality can cause harm when abuse is present.The subtle signs therapists should be watching for.Why assessment for coercive control is an ongoing process—not a one-time intake questionnaire.The difference between incident-based and pattern-based thinking.What survivors can do if they're looking back and realizing therapy caused additional harm.Considerations for therapists when ending couples therapy due to safety concerns.What to know about therapy notes, confidentiality, and family court.About Frances: Frances works as a therapist for both individuals and couples, and specializes in trauma recovery, helping people rebuild trust in themselves, others and life after experiences that have shattered it. She works with clients who want to process childhood abuse and neglect as well as others who come in to process recent, traumatic experiences between themselves and their partner. She primarily uses Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) with couples and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) with individuals. In addition to being a therapist, Frances is a trauma-informed yoga instructor with Comeback Yoga, an organization that supports veterans and their families. Frances also teaches graduate students at Regis University and her courses include Crisis, Trauma and Loss and Human Growth and Development.In her free time, Frances enjoys staying active and getting outdoors through running, backpacking and skiing. She is also always on the lookout for new restaurants and recipes.Register for the Free Webinar Series - Why Co-Parenting Feels Like a Trap  here - https://mailchi.mp/risingbeyondpc/coparentingPlease leave us a review or rating and follow/subscribe to the show. This helps the show get out to more people.If you want to chat more about this topic I would love to continue our conversation over on Instagram! @risingbeyondpcIf you want to support the show you may do so here at, Buy Me A Coffee. Thank you! We love being able to make this information accessible to you and your community.If you've been looking for a supportive community of women going through the topics we cover, head over to our website to learn more about the Rising Beyond Community. - https://www.risingbeyondpc.com/Where to find more from Rising Beyond:Rising Beyond FacebookRising Beyond LinkedInRising Beyond Pinterest If you're interested in guesting on the show please fill out this form - https://forms.gle/CSvLWWyZxmJ8GGQu7Enjoy some of our freebies!Choosing Your Battles FreebieCanned Responses FreebieMic Drop Moments Freebie...

Hello hello hello!This week we talk about Dominics, Couples Therapy and chickens with very small legsALSO! We are doing a live show on October 19th in The Laughter Lounge and we would love you all to be there. Grab a ticket at this link https://laughterlounge.com/products/murder-most-irish-live-podcast-special-26th-october-2026?_pos=1&_sid=fbeb79251&_ss=r?variant=62184511471946As always Free PalestineWe shall see you next week!

The Amazon Kindle Scribe feels just like writing on paper and helps keep pages of notes organized and easy to read. Get yours here https://amzn.to/4peFOKQ What's the #1 money habit that separates winners from losers? What stops the thousand small cuts you're making every single day that you refuse to see? Caleb Hammer has reviewed thousands of financial disasters on his show Financial Audit, and he's breaking down the tactics that separates people who build wealth from people who stay stuck forever. From collections to car loans to OnlyFans subscriptions, he's seen it all. And in this episode, he's pulling back the curtain on what actually works, what's killing your future, and why most people would rather look rich than be rich. In this episode, you'll learn: Why 40% of Americans can't afford a $400 emergency and how not having an emergency fund starts the debt snowball that destroys everything The 50/30/20 rule: 50% needs, 30% fun, 20% investing, and why people think Caleb is stingy when he's actually telling you to spend a crazy amount on fun once you cut the BS The real difference between people who change and people who don't: action words versus future words, and why I'm gonna means nothing if the documents show you aren't doing it now ___________ (00:00:00) Introduction: Budgeting Is the Snowball That Starts Every Financial Disaster (00:00:52) The Red Flags: Collections, Repos, and the Death by a Thousand Cuts (00:06:14) The OnlyFans Economy: Loneliness, Parasocial Relationships, and Paying Indian Telemarketers (00:08:00) The Average American Is Broke: 40% Can't Handle a 400 Dollar Emergency (00:10:54) Budget or Die: The One Non-Negotiable Rule That Changes Everything (00:12:01) The 28 Dollar Lunch Debate: Avocado Toast, Death by a Thousand Cuts, and Owning Your Choices (00:13:45) Housing, College, and Health Care: The Three Things Actually Screwing Gen Z (00:19:38) The Car Trap: Why Americans Justify 1000 Dollar Payments for Grocery Runs (00:23:27) Dave Ramsey Is Wrong: The 1000 Dollar Emergency Fund and the 6% Withdrawal Myth (00:26:33) Bill Gates Doesn't Know the Price of Rice-A-Roni: The Disconnect of Wealth (00:27:45) The 100K Investment Blueprint: Target Date Funds, Index Funds, and Killing High-Interest Debt First (00:29:19) Pokemon Cards, Tulip Mania, and NFTs: Why Speculation Always Ends the Same Way (00:30:58) The Dumbest Investments: Gold Mines in Uganda, CDs, and Risk-Averse Spending Addicts (00:34:21) The SpaceX IPO: Trillion Dollar Valuation, NASDAQ Rule Changes, and Betting on Elon (00:37:43) Caleb's Origin Story: From Negative 90K in Debt to 250K Net Worth in Six Years (00:41:34) The Five-Step Blueprint: Budget, Find Your Market Fit, Kill Debt, Emergency Fund, Invest 20% (00:42:58) The 50-30-20 Rule: 30% on Fun Is Not Stingy, It's Generous as Hell (00:48:05) War Stories: The Streamer Who Made Two Cents a Month and Still Wouldn't Quit (00:50:49) The Car Defense: Why People Fight to the Bone Over a 40K Net Gain (00:51:31) Breaking Someone's Frame: The Kids Argument and the N-Word Incident (00:54:36) The Action Test: I'm Gonna Versus I Am—How to Tell If Someone Will Actually Change (00:55:28) 28,000 Dollars in Debt Paid Off in 12 Months: The Financial Audit Success Rate (00:56:29) The Anchor Problem: When One Partner Drags the Other Down Financially (00:57:24) Couples Therapy, Prenups, and When to Walk Away from Financial Disaster (00:58:07) Underrated Purchases and Mint Chocolate Chip: The Flavor That Tastes Like Mouthwash (01:00:59) The Money Rule Caleb Struggles to Follow: Spend More and Take a Vacation (01:02:01) Hammer Elite: 110,000 Subscribers and Building a Premium Content Empire (01:02:54) Political Audits: Governors, Senators, and Why Newsom Said No (01:04:27) The Federal Debt Crisis: Pentagon Audits, Social Security Cuts, and the 25% Haircut in Five Years (01:04:57) Centrist Economics, Right-Wing Coded Jokes, and Why Both Parties Suck at Spending (01:09:27) The Final Word: Every Day You Wake Up, You Choose to Be a Retard or Not—Choose Wisely ___________ MORE FROM BIGDEAL

Will and Melanie already have a troubled past when it comes to cheating, but did they fix the issue or just sweep it under the rug? Find out in this all-new Chantel's Roses!

When cheating happens, everyone wants a simple answer: leave or stay. But real relationships are rarely that straightforward. In this episode of Come Curious, we unpack one of the most painful questions a person can face: should you stay with someone who has cheated on you? Drawing on listener stories, expert insights, personal experiences, and relationship research, we explore why affairs happen, what cheating can reveal about a relationship, and whether trust can genuinely be rebuilt after betrayal. Tune in to hear about: Why people cheat in the first place Emotional affairs vs physical affairs When cheating is a symptom of deeper relationship problems The role of communication, accountability and therapy Signs a relationship may be repairable When leaving might be the healthiest choiceListener stories of recovery, separation and ethical non-monogamy The long-term impact of betrayal on mental health and self-worth We also examine the reality that many couples do stay together after infidelity, and why healing looks different for every relationship. Whether you've been cheated on, cheated yourself, or simply want to understand the psychology behind affairs, this conversation offers compassion, honesty and practical perspectives without reducing a deeply human experience to a simple yes-or-no answer. Shout out to therapist Jemma Hardelle who provided her insight on this topic. You can find her online at @hardelle_jemma on IG and www.jemmahardelle.com Sign the petition for 'Holding Meta Accountable for Wrongful Deletion' Watch the full video, see exclusive content and support the podcast over on ⁠⁠Patreon ⁠⁠ Follow us on Instagram: ⁠⁠@comecurious⁠⁠ and DM us your questions, stories and voicenotes! Follow Florence ⁠⁠@florencebark⁠⁠ Follow Reed ⁠⁠@reedamberx Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Summer is here and so is the quiet disconnection that comes with it. Longer days, busier schedules, kids home, and somehow you and your partner are co-managing the season instead of actually connecting. In this episode, licensed therapist Vanessa De Jesus Guzman sits down with Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Sheila Arias to talk about how couples rebuild emotional closeness through small, intentional moments, not grand gestures, not perfect timing, just presence.EPISODE DESCRIPTIONWhy emotional disconnection is common in long-term relationshipsHow judgment and comparison quietly erode intimacyThe role of curiosity and compassion in strengthening emotional bondsWhy small, consistent moments matter more than grand gesturesHow structure and intentionality support connection and intimacyThe importance of physical affection beyond sexual intimacyTUNE IN TO LEARNHow to rebuild emotional connection without blaming yourself or your partnerSimple communication tools couples can practice right awayWhy emotional intimacy fades and how to restore it intentionallyHow scheduling connection can still feel meaningful and authenticWays to reconnect that fit real life, not unrealistic relationship idealsCONNECT WITH SHEILAInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sheilaariaslmftTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sheilaariaslmftWebsite: https://www.compasiontherapy.comTAKEAWAY MESSAGERebuilding emotional connection isn't about fixing your relationship or judging where you are. It's about choosing one small, intentional shift that brings curiosity, warmth, and presence back into your connection. Over time, those moments add up and help relationships feel alive again.As always, thank you for listening. If this episode resonated, consider sharing it with a partner or someone who may need this reminder. And remember - in a world where you are free to be anything, you are always free to be mindfulSend us Fan MailSupport the showNJ RESIDENTS, WORK WITH VANESSA Book a free 15-minute therapy consultation https://www.freetobemindful.com/contact LET'S STAY CONNECTED 

In our latest TV recap special bonus (speshbon?) episode, we share our thoughts and reactions to season 5 of Couples Therapy. Head over to the Bad Queers Podcast Patreon to watch the full video episode.Share your Am I A Bad Queer? hereSupport the showPATREON: patreon.com/BadQueersPodcastSubscribe to our Youtubehttps://www.youtube.com/@BadQueersPodcast The opinions expressed during this podcast are conversational in nature and expressed only for comedic purposes. Not all of the facts will be correct but we attempt to be as accurate as possible. BQ Media LLC, the hosts, nor any guest host(s) hold no liability over the conversations on this podcast and by using this podcast you understand that it is solely for entertainment purposes. Copyright Disclaimer: Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, parody, scholarship and research.  

Yo Aunteas went completely off-script and we are NOT sorry about it. What started as Jerrell yelling across a track field like somebody's mama turned into a FULL breakdown of the Lamar Odom Netflix documentary, why therapy gets weaponized, and whether any of us would actually survive being on Couples Therapy with Dr. Orna Guralnik (spoiler: Dawon would fire a client by session two). We get into:

When Ryan and I posted about doing a 2-day couples therapy intensive, people literally started praying for us.

Text us your questions or topics for the show! We got you!Cass Morrow, Author of Disrupting Divorce: The NEW Man. Saving Struggling, Sexless, and Toxic Marriages.Kathryn Morrow, Author of Behind The White Picket Fence.Signs Your Spouse Has Emotionally Checked Out!Your partner didn't just leave. They left a long time ago.The "quiet divorce" is the emotional and psychological departure that happens years before anyone ever files legal paperwork. When a struggling marriage suddenly gets quiet, most people mistake the peace for a good sign. In reality, that calm after the storm isn't a resolution—it's resignation.In Ep456 of The 'NEW' Marriage, Cass and Kathryn Morrow unpack the hidden mechanics of emotional withdrawal, the rising wave of mid-life "gray divorce," and why a partner who stops fighting is far more dangerous than one who is still arguing.

Join world-renowned psychologist and psychoanalyst Dr. Orna Guralnik for an exclusive advance screening ahead of the Season 5 premiere of her hit docuseries, Couples Therapy, followed by a conversation. Following Dr. Guralnik as she deftly guides couples through real-life therapy sessions, Couples Therapy brings viewers into the intimate sessions to witness the conflicts – and extraordinary breakthroughs – typically hidden behind closed doors. Providing a rare, authentic look into real therapeutic, evidence-based, psychoanalytic interventions, Couples Therapy is a cultural phenomenon. Following the special advance screening of the first two episodes of Season 5, which premieres in May on Paramount+, hear Guralnik discuss her work in psychoanalysis and the inspiration for the show — bringing the private world of therapy into the open, repairing romantic relationships, what the audience can expect in Season 5, stories from behind the scenes, and more.

We're filling summer reading lists and making sure that you have plenty of beach reads ready for whatever your plans are! It's hard to believe it's July, but we've got another quarterly upcoming romance episode here to ease the pain of half the year already passed! Here's a huge list of books arriving in July, August & September 2026—historical, paranormal, speculative, contemporary, a YA or two and a romantic suspense or two, we've got something for everyone. As a reminder, we haven't read most of these, but we have big plans!If you want more recommendations and more people with whom you can discuss 2026 romance novels, maybe you want to join our Patreon? You get an extra monthly episode from us and access to the incredible readers and brilliant people on the Fated Mates Discord! Support us and learn more at fatedmates.net/patreon.Our next read along is an old school contemporary, Perfect by Judith McNaught. Sarah says it has the greatest all-is-lost moment in romance history. Read it to find out if she's right. Get it at Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Kobo, Apple Books or wherever you get your books.AUTHORS: Do you have a book coming out in 2026 that you'd like to make sure we know about? Or, are you a debut romance author who'd like to make sure we know about your debut? Fill out the forms here:2026/2027 Upcoming Romance Novels2026 Debut Romance NovelsJune Releases (Better Late Than Never)Love is a Contact Sport by Frederick SmithA Deal at Dawn by Vanessa RileyJuly ReleasesSeduced by the Werewolf Highwaymen by Eva LeighFIRE on Fire by Lukas GainesPrincess Bride with Benefits by Bella MasonAs Long as it Takes by Jill FrancisDie For Me by Shirlene ObuobiKiss, Marry, Kill by Cara TanamachiThe Paddock Club by Madge MarilAffairs of State by Calvin JamesFormula Zero by Meredith LanzenA Date with Death by Kelly CreaghDearest Beast by Felicia GrossmanFalling For You by Natasha MadisonThe Romance Revival by Christina LaurenEclipse of the Crown by AK CaggianoTheir Summer Rescue by Sera Taíno Maggie and Arthur's Magic Moment by Leslie ReneFoxx by Paisley HopeRavenous by Kresley ColeAn Education in Longing by Charlotte SteinOne Shattered Crown by Rebecca ZanettiAugust ReleasesI Punched an Alien and Now We're in Couples Therapy by Kimberly LemmingSteelborn by Taylor LaRueEmbrace by Bal KhabraThe Cozy Nook Bookshop by Jeannie ChinIn What World by Bridget MorrisseyIt's a Business Doing Pleasure With You by Lindsay LewisRoped by Saffron KentDon't Say Mafia by CR JaneSee you at the Sunset by Susan LeeOld Flames by Nadine GonzalezSex Positive by Brooklyn RoseInternational Relations by Zac HammettHer Undercover Protector by Kayla ParrinThe Marriage Rebound by Meka JamesFull Throttle by JK MaclarenVow of Eternal Night by Lily CrozierSeptember ReleasesLove Me like a Rock Song by Shelley Jay ShoreHexy Beast by Avery FlynnYou're the One that I Haunt by Katie JungA Spell of Heart and Havoc by Kristen ValeThe Alibi Club by Carrie TalickThe Invisible Roommate by Timothy JanovskyFrom Beijing With Love by Bei LinDemons and Diplomacy by Megan FramptonWith all my Haunted Heart by Isabel SterlingIsn't He Romantic by Adib KhorramHow to Ruin a Rake by Kate PearceGhost Me, Maybe by Manda CollinsSee you Next Tuesday by Kate Stayman-LondonGame Over by Bella NorthFormula He's the One by Andie J ChristopherDoomsdate by Laura Piper LeeSponsorsFelicia Grossman, author of Dearest Beast, available in print, ebook, audiobook from Amazon, Barnes & Noble,

If you've ever seen an episode of Showtime's Couples Therapy, you already know Dr. Orna Guralnik has an almost uncanny ability to get to the heart of what's really going on between two people. And if you haven't seen the show, get ready to see your own relationships a little differently. Recorded live in front of an audience at City Winery in New York City, this episode of Next Question finds Katie and Orna covering it all — splitting, the psychological pattern behind almost every fight you've ever had; why dating feels harder than ever (and it's not just the apps); how childhood wounds show up in your adult relationships; and what actually keeps love alive for the long haul. In partnership with CancerGuard. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

SPOILER: This was supposed to be out Sunday morning, but the audio was bad. So, we hit the refresh button and re-recorded. THEN, the audio was bad on that, TOO! So, this ends a little abruptly... ANYWAY, Producer Nic and his wife are BACK! They're reviewing Fathers Day, new experiences, and... WTF is up with Nic and the gym...?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's another edition of COUPLES THERAPY! This week, Johnjay and Blake are up and they're bringing in some special guests: Their son, Kemp, and his girlfriend, Cathryn!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jennifer Welch (“I've Had It” podcast) guest co-hosts. Reese Witherspoon says failure fueled her success. Khloé Kardashian on disapproving siblings' partners. A new season of relationship drama on “Couples Therapy.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After the incredible response to Dr. Delony's first appearance, we invited him back for a live event with our community. Enjoy a live counseling session with Dr.Delony at our show! If you haven't grabbed your copy yet, The Courage to Commit is officially available wherever books are sold or at the link below. https://thecouragetocommit.com/ Shop Everyday Cotton, and all of my favorite bras and underwear, at https://SKIMS.com. Go to https://kachava.com and use code EASTFAM for 15% off your first order. If you're thinking about adding a sports court or upgrading your outdoor space, head to https://americasportsconstruction.com to get started, check them out on Instagram @americasportsconstruction. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today's episode, we get into another pop culture, gay ass conversation about Dr. Orna's braid to Obsession (the movie) and everything in between, including Drake, Half Man, Bezos rocket explosion and more!To leave us a message on pop culture, or topics you would like to know about or anything Sidenote by asapSCIENCE, please visit https://www.asapscience.com/chatFor more Sidenote Podcast episodes, check out http://sidenotepodcast.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week J&J welcome Dr. Orna Guralnik from Couples Therapy to talk about the biggest mistakes couples make before they ever step into therapy! Dr. Orna explains why “agree to disagree” is usually just code for “I'm exhausted trying to change you.” The conversation gets hilarious when Jared roleplays a full couples fight about chicken vs. steak dinner and accidentally reveals his deepest relationship fears. Plus, Dr. Orna shares the biggest sign couples therapy is happening too early, the moment it's officially too late, and why respecting your partner's differences matters more than ‘winning' the argument! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices