Gal Szekely is the founder of The Couples Center, a rapidly growing hub for relationship counseling and education in San Francisco area. He is an adjunct faculty at CIIS and JFK universities where he teaches couples counseling and an instructor in the Hakomi experiential therapy method. His work is especially effective since it integrates mindfulness and the wisdom of the body-mind connection. Gal and his wife, Liron, lead popular weekend premarital workshop for couples called Love Made Simple. ...
Jul 19, 2017•57 min•Ep. 104
Kristen Holbrook is a Registered Clinical Counsellor based in Coquitlam, BC. Kristen offers both individual and couples counseling in her private practice. She has specialized training in the area of trauma and has been trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing). In addition to her private practice work, Kristen provides counseling to women who have experienced historical and domestic abuse in an agency setting. In this episode we discuss relationship advice topics that incl...
Jul 12, 2017•35 min•Ep. 103
Maureen Hosier is a licensed psychologist, specializing in the troubled dynamics of individuals in their romantic relationships and in their family and work place relationships. Maureen and her sister, Berta Hosier Conger, co-authored two books titled, You'll Do Anything for Her and You'll Do Anything for Him. They look at a common issue for many in relationship, both men and women, who give up themselves to make the relationship work. They have developed a framework for understanding the dynami...
Jul 05, 2017•52 min•Ep. 102
Zev Halpern is a licensed psychotherapist and marriage coach practicing from his office in the Metro DC Area. In addition, Zev also coaches couples virtually on line across the country and world. He is a TV show and podcast host, author and speaker with over 25 years of experience. With the divorce rate climbing, Zev Halpern has turned his attention to helping couples find mutual paths to marital fulfillment and family stability. His laid back, yet straight shooting approach is the perfect combi...
Jun 28, 2017•44 min•Ep. 101
John Amodeo PhD, MFT, has been a licensed marriage and family therapist for over thirty-five years in the San Francisco Bay Area. He is the author of Dancing with Fire: A Mindful Way to Loving Relationships. His other books include The Authentic Heart and Love & Betrayal. He is a former writer and contributing editor for Yoga Journal, and has conducted workshops and lectured internationally on relationships and couples therapy. He has appeared as a featured guest on programs that included CN...
Jun 22, 2017•44 min•Ep. 100
Laura Doyle is a New York Times bestselling author whose books have been translated into 16 languages and published in 27 countries. Over 50,000 women credit her with not only saving their relationships, but also showing them how to become desired, cherished and adored for life. She has appeared on CBS Evening News, Dateline NBC, The Today Show and The View. Articles about Laura have appeared in The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, The Los Angeles Times, The Washington Post, The London T...
Jun 14, 2017•48 min•Ep. 99
Thea & Duane Harvey are marriage and family therapists specializing in Imago Relationship Therapy. They have been married 10 years and have a thriving couples therapy practice in Santa Monica, California. They believe that novelty, pleasure and romance are the keys to creating a lasting joyous connection. In this episode we discuss relationship topics that include: Why success in your relationship can be measured by the number of difficult conversations you have. The value of an organization...
Jun 07, 2017•43 min•Ep. 98
As a licensed marriage and family therapist, Robert Jameson focuses on helping clients understand and overcome issues, such as anger, hurt, depression, anxiety, love, relationships, boundaries and limiting beliefs, to name a few. Mr. Jameson is also the author of Thoughts of Pomery, an entertaining book of pictures and thoughts that guides the reader to expand their perceptions of life and relationships with others, Dont Lose Weight Give It Away, which explores the emotional aspects of weight lo...
May 31, 2017•38 min•Ep. 97
Dr. Jane Greer is a nationally renowned marriage and sex therapist, radio host of the Doctor on Call show, and creator of 'SHRINK WRAP'. Her book, What About Me? Stop Selfishness From Ruining Your Relationship, is available nationwide. In this episode we discuss relationship topics that include: How to evaluate your relationship the right way. The questions to ask before making a big step in your relationship like moving in together or becoming exclusive, ect... Why it's important to make lists ...
May 24, 2017•39 min•Ep. 96
Winifred Reilly is a marriage and family therapist, with a private practice in Berkeley, CA. In her thirty-five years of clinical practice she has treated hundreds of couples, many who were convinced they were headed for divorce. Winifred has been a guest lecturer on marriage and sexuality, and her writing has appeared on The Huffington Post, The Good Men Project, xoJane and on her relationship advice blog, Speaking of Marriage. In this episode we discuss relationship topics that include: How to...
May 17, 2017•44 min•Ep. 95
Suzanne Degges-White, PhD, is professor and chair of the Department of Counseling, Adult and Higher Education at Northern Illinois University. She earned her PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. She is a licensed counselor and has over 15 years of experience working with children, adolescents and adults, including couples and families. Her research interests include the development of identity and intimate relationships including family re...
May 10, 2017•39 min•Ep. 94
Valerie Greene is a unique relationship mentor who helps women inspire their man to fulfill their deepest needs and desires. A highly successful alternative to relationship therapy, Valerie helps women and couples create a secure emotional connection--not just problem-solving or communication skills. Valerie has been coaching for over 12 years and holds numerous certifications in coaching, NLP, and emotional healing modalities. In this episode we discuss relationship topics that include: How to ...
May 03, 2017•46 min•Ep. 93
Stephen Marche is the author of The Unmade Bed (2017), The Hunger of the Wolf (2015), Love and the Mess We’re In (2013), How Shakespeare Changed Everything (2012), Shining at the Bottom of the Sea (2007) and Raymond and Hannah (2005). He currently writes “A Thousand Words About Our Culture,” a monthly column for Esquire magazine, in addition to opinion pieces for The Atlantic Monthly, The New York Times Magazine, The New Republic, Salon.com, The Globe and Mail and The Toronto Star. He received a...
Apr 26, 2017•50 min•Ep. 92
Stacey Gorlicky is a registered Psychotherapist and author of the book "Food, Sex and You". She was also the former host of a live call in show "Mind Matters". Her areas of specialization are addiction, trauma, anxiety and depression. As an Addictions Counselor, Stacey studied at Ontario's McMasters University (CCACCF). She also studied in Transformational Arts College, graduating with honors as a Certified Psychotherapist and Spiritual Director. In this episode we discuss relationship topics th...
Apr 12, 2017•48 min•Ep. 91
In this episode we discuss relationship topics that include: The 6 step process to heal false beliefs and love yourself. Why it's so important to ask, "How am I treating myself?" How we can reduce self-judgement and show more self-compassion. Why loving ourselves will help our relationship flourish. How to take responsibility for your feelings. And much more! Dr. Margaret Paul holds a PhD in psychology, is a relationship expert, public speaker, consultant and artist. She has successfully worked ...
Apr 05, 2017•37 min•Ep. 90
Marni Battista has a Masters in Education and is a Certified Life Coach by the International Coaching Federation. She is also a Master Practitioner at administering an Energy Assessment, “The D-Factor,” that helps clients pinpoint exactly why they are, or are not date-able, and what types of messages they are unconsciously broadcasting to others based on their thoughts, feelings, actions and attitudes. Marni is also trained as a Facilitator and Mentor Trainer by the Hoffman Institute, a world-re...
Mar 22, 2017•36 min•Ep. 89
Mirel Goldstein is an expert marriage therapist in New Jersey who has been successfully lecturing and writing about marriage, as well as helping couples reignite the spark in their relationships, for the past 15 years. Her popular blog can be found on her website goldsteintherapy.com. Her YouTube video called, "How to recognize dismissive attachment behaviors in yourself and others", has inspired thousands of couples to address attachment issues that may be getting in the way of deeper closeness...
Mar 15, 2017•43 min•Ep. 88
In today's episode we cover relationship topics that include: The importance of recognizing the gender expectations we project onto our partners. How straight couples can learn from gay men's greater openness toward sexuality. The key to arguing in a productive manner. Working to become more empathetic toward your partner. How looking at your partner as an 8-year-old child can improve your relationship. Why it's important to work on what you personally want in your relationship. And much more! D...
Mar 08, 2017•47 min•Ep. 78
In today's episode we cover relationship topics that include: What her students love about her 17-year old college course, Marriage 101. How our life experiences affect how we love. Learning to be less reactive and appreciate our partner more. Why it can be valuable to have the difficult conversations with a therapist. The importance of making time and space to look within ourselves. And much more! Dr. Alexandra Solomon is a licensed clinical psychologist at The Family Institute at Northwestern ...
Mar 01, 2017•44 min•Ep. 86
In today's episode we cover relationship topics that include: How to calm your partner's or your own fierce inner critic. The tools to help your partner, or yourself, practice more self-compassion. Why it's important to simply 'be with' your partner sometimes and not try to fix every situation. The 3 steps to practicing more self-compassion. How practicing more self-compassion can help your relationship. And much more! Kristy Arbon is the founder and CEO of HeartWorks Training LLC, a business se...
Feb 22, 2017•48 min•Ep. 85
In today's episode we cover relationship topics that include: How to deal with our own, or our partner's, insecure attachment style. What to do if you or your partner has a low self-esteem. How to work on changing your attachment style to a secure attachment. Creating habits as a couple that will help the an insecure partner feel secure. How to improve your self-esteem to make your relationship better. And much more! Amanda Carver is a psychotherapist who lives and works in Ottawa, Ontario. She ...
Feb 15, 2017•40 min•Ep. 84
In today's episode we cover relationship topics that include: How to get out of the cycle of habitually picking the wrong partner. Where insecure attachment is formed and how to deal with it. Why learning about yourself can help you find the right partner. What to do if you or the person you are with has a low self esteem. Why it's important to think of yourself as a 'gift' to whoever you are in a relationship with. And much more! Kristen Craren lives and works as a relationship therapist in Sai...
Feb 08, 2017•36 min•Ep. 83
In today’s episode we discuss relationship advice topics that include: Why it’s important to know your value and that you are deserving of love. The importance of trust and respect in relationships. How the Myers Briggs assessment can help you if you are single or in a relationship. Challenging what we are socialized to believe about relationships. The importance of investing in yourself and your relationship and how to do it. And much more! Sandra Fischer is the creator of Relationship Reveal™:...
Feb 01, 2017•48 min•Ep. 82
In today’s episode we discuss relationship advice topics that include: Why you should not assume your partner wants affection. The value of asking this about your relationship, "What would I ask for if I had no fear or judgement?". How to communicate about sex in a relationship. Changing the culture of sex negativity. Treating your sexuality as a gift. And much more! Mike Domitrz is one of the leading experts for transforming our sexual culture to one being built on consent and respect. For over...
Jan 26, 2017•47 min•Ep. 81
In today’s episode we discuss relationship advice topics that include: How to set up an online dating profile that will attract the right kind of partner. Why it's important to just 'observe' online profiles of potential matches and not 'create a story' of who that person is. Why you cannot draw to you what you don't already have within. Dating right after a breakup. How to recognize the patterns of your failed relationships and fix them to create a successful relationship. Exercises to discover...
Jan 19, 2017•48 min•Ep. 80
In today’s episode we discuss relationship advice topics that include: The power dynamics involved in relationships. Some of the most interesting findings Dr. Gordon has uncovered in her relationship research and how they can help you. Why we stop seeing the good in a relationship and how to prevent this. How sleep deprivation affects relationships and how to deal with a lack of sleep besides simply sleeping more. How to focus on what you can do for your partner. And much more! Amie M. Gordon, P...
Jan 17, 2017•53 min•Ep. 70
In today’s episode we discuss relationship advice topics that include: The evolutionary processes that make us have empathy and love for others. Social brain theory and what it means for relationships. Tuning into your body to become more connected and improve your relationship. Recognizing the nature of your experience to improve yourself and your relationship. And much more! Rick Hanson, Ph.D., is a psychologist, Senior Fellow of the Greater Good Science Center at UC Berkeley and New York Time...
Jan 12, 2017•49 min•Ep. 78
In today’s episode we discuss relationship advice topics that include: The importance of creating ground rules for a working relationship. Tools for couples who work together. Separating areas of responsibility with your spouse. Balancing work, kids and a relationship. Managing your energy to help create a strong marriage or relationship. And much more! Malini Bhatia is Founder & CEO of Marriage.com, a community of experts that acts as your advisors by providing information and support for h...
Jan 10, 2017•38 min•Ep. 77
In today’s episode we discuss relationship advice topics that include: The top actionable tools for a happy relationship. Understanding the unique ways to connect with your partner. Valuable communication breakdown tools. Getting on the same relationship team. Dealing with when your expectations don't meet reality. Taking responsibility for yourself in the relationship. And much more! Tripp and Alyson Lanier have both made it their mission to help individuals improve their relationships and live...
Jan 05, 2017•56 min•Ep. 76
In today’s episode we discuss relationship advice topics that include: How to improve yourself individually to benefit your relationship. Correcting a lack of balance in your life. How to have trust in your relationship. Tools to help find meaning in your life. Why you can only be as healthy as the most unhealthy person in your relationship. The value of talking in front of a therapist as a couple. And much more! Daryl Cioffi and Jennifer Weaver-Breitenbecher are licensed psychotherapists who ow...
Jan 03, 2017•43 min•Ep. 75
