These days, many people feel overwhelmed by the stress and friction generated by how we experience politics, world events, social media and our cultural landscape. This anxiety and stress not only takes a toll on the mental health of individuals, but also on the health of relationships. It is helpful to understand where peace comes […]
32 How to Have a Vibrant Relationship for Life
with Dr. Ellyn Bader Tune in for an interview with the founder of modern couples therapy, Ellyn Bader, also a founder of the Developmental Model and The Couples Institute. Ellyn was one of the first therapists to focus on romantic adult relationships in therapy, rather than on the individual or the total family dynamic. Since then, […]
31 What is a Relational Repair?
Every relationship is a continuous cycle of connection, disconnection, and re-connection. While fights and disagreements are normal in healthy relationships, without proper resolution, these misattunements can stack up and increasingly cause romantic partners to feel hopeless about the future of the relationship. Luckily, relationship science is here to help! In this episode, my guest Morgan Johnson, […]
28 How To Find A Great Therapist
Trying to find a great couples or individual therapist can feel overwhelming, but after listening to this episode, you’ll understand how to find a highly trained professional with relevant credentials that can accommodate your specific needs or those of your relationship. Although we’ll be primarily focusing on finding a couples therapist, you’ll get some pro tips for […]